Workshops
( For the 2008 Romp )


 
Saturday
   
Squares Even Contra Dancers Will Love

Rick Mohr

Fun all-moving squares, lab-tested to produce euphoria in die-hard contra dancers.

Playing for Contras

Crowfoot

The ins and outs of matching tunes to dances, creating dynamic arrangements by design and on the spot. All levels. Participatory.  Q & A.

Challenging Contras

Rick Mohr

Live on the edge as we try trickier dances rarely trotted out, having big fun whether it's euphoric mastery or total breakdown.

Kerry Set Dancing Owen Morrison
Caller's Workshop

Adina Gordon

An introduction to the art of
calling.  Open to all levels of experience.

Open Calling

Crowfoot

The caller's workshop will be followed by an
open calling session where callers can put Adina's advice to use!

Dance Band Theory

Anna Patton

Music theory for contra dance band musicians.

Non-Improper Dances Adina Gordon
Fiddle Workshop Ethan Hazzard-Watkins
Guitar Workshop Owen Morrison
 
See the schedule for times and locations of workshops
   
Sunday

 

Dutch Crossing

Adina Gordon

an exciting and intricate dance for eight couples.  Come learn how it's done!

Writing Dances

ick Mohr

What makes a contra dance great, and how do you create one? We'll learn the answer, discuss the specifics, and put our energies toward creating one.

Open Couples Dancing Elixir
Sacred Harp Sing

Corey Walters

Songs from the Sacred Harp book.

 

 

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Updated: 2008: 04/14