We dance mostly New England style contras and other traditional styles every Thursday at Covenant United Methodist Church. We offer an easy and friendly pre-dance lesson every week at about 7:40 or so for newcomers.

UPCOMING Contras

Thursday, December 5, 2013 - Contra Dance

Caller:  Sharon Perry
Band:   Over and Under

It’s December and time to dance away the winter chill.  Join us tonight with wonderful local talent:  Over and Under is lead by long-time piano player Roger Cass and his assemblage of musical friends.  Sharon Perry calls well-chosen dances for an especially good time.

Thursday, December 12, 2013 - Contra Dance

Caller:  Nancy Spero
Band:   Tempest

Nancy Spero is an experienced dance caller from Ithaca who has as much fun calling as we do dancing.  The music will be outstanding tonight with Chuck Abell on guitar, Tim Ball on fiddle, Emiliano Lasansky on bass, Eric Metzger on drums.

Thursday, December 19, 2013 - Contra Dance

Caller: Sarah VanNorstrand
Band:   Food for Thought

Food for Thought is a new band with young power-house musicians Casey Murray on cello and Daphne Kanack-Pickens on fiddle.  It’s almost solstice, come on out and dance away the dark winter.

Thursday, December 26, 2013 - Contra Dance

Caller:  Open Mike Night, hosted by Bob Fabinski
Band:   Rochester Irregulars

It’s our Boxing Day dance–a perfect night to share with friends.  The band will be anchored by guitarist Chuck Abell who’ll lead the gang of musicians joining him on stage.  And our own “Tie-Dye” Bob will be hosting local callers.  Let’s make it a real community dance!  Bring your favorite treats to share.

Thursday, January 2, 2014 - Contra Dance

Caller: Bob Nicholson!
Band: Tim Ball and Sophie Orzechowski!

We dance every Thursday; you’ll always have a good time at the Contra Dance!

Thursday, January 9, 2014 - Contra Dance

Caller: David Smuckler!
Band: Great music tonight!

We dance every Thursday; you’ll always have a good time at the Contra Dance!

Thursday, January 16, 2014 - Contra Dance

Caller: Judy Greenhill!
Band: Great music tonight!

We dance every Thursday; you’ll always have a good time at the Contra Dance!

Thursday, January 23, 2014 - Contra Dance

Caller: Clear teaching and fun dances!
Band: Esteemed Clams!

We dance every Thursday; you’ll always have a good time at the Contra Dance!

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English Country dances are held every Sunday (except 5th Sundays) at First Baptist Church. Pre-dance intro to English dancing session offered at 6:10 pm for newcomers.

 

UPCOMING English DANCES

Friday, December 6, 2013 - English Dance

Caller: Bob Nicholson
Band: Happy Endings

A most experienced caller, with fine music from Eileen Nicholson on violin, Rachel Bell on accordion, and Jane Knoeck on piano. Note that this is a Friday — our usual hall is not available on Sunday.  Also, the dance will run from 7 – 10 pm, to give people a little more time for a bite to eat.

Sunday, December 15, 2013 - English Dance

Caller: Pamela Goddard
Band: Arugula with Barb Seppeler

Barb sits in on piano, with Mike, Silvia and Fred from Arugula.  Pamela adds her calling skill and sense of humor. Should be fun, and it’s Cookie Night!

Sunday, December 29, 2013 - English Dance

Callers: Richard Sauvain & Dan Seppeler
Band: Lee & Julian Shepherd with Barb Seppeler

Our annual Holiday Ball, held in the beautiful Tango Cafe Ballroom at 389 Gregory St.  An elegant, dress up affair, with refreshments and rich music on violin, cello, and piano.  8 – 11 pm, Admission $15.

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