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Thursday, February 25, 2010 - Contra Dance

Caller: David Smukler
Band: Confluence

Fine calling from Syracuse caller, David Smukler and great music by Nadine Dyskant-Miller on flute and feet and Barbara Dyskant on keyboard.  Who knows?  There might even be a special guest musician!

Sunday, February 21, 2010 - English Dance

Caller: David Smukler
Band: Tim Ball, Jane Knoeck & Rachel Bell

David has introduced so many great dances to our region’s repertoire – what will he have for us next?  We’ll have energetic and imaginative music by three of the region’s best musicians.  And it’s Chocolate Dessert Night!

Thursday, February 18, 2010 - Contra Dance

Caller: Pamela Goddard
Band: Montage

What a great evening with Jane Knoeck & Rachel Bell on accordions and Tom Santarsiero on mandolin and feet.  Expert calling by Ithaca favorite, Pamela Goddard.

Sunday, February 14, 2010 - English Dance

Caller: Various
Band: Recorded music

English Country dance classes begin. 3:30 – 5 pm at the Friends Meeting House. Beginner sessions Feb. 14, 21, 28 & Mar. 7 will teach the basics of English figures and style in the context of simple dances. Newcomers are urged to attend all of these.  Ball Preparation sessions continue Mar. 14, 21, 28 and Apr. 11, 18 & 25, offering a chance to learn & practice dances that will be done at the Jane Austen Ball on May 2 – strongly recommended for Ball registrants who don’t dance regularly.  $5 per class or $40 for all ten.

Thursday, February 11, 2010 - Contra Dance

Caller: Bob Nicholson
Band: Howard Blumenthal and the Flurry Friends

Planning to head to Saratoga Springs for the Dance Flurry this weekend?  Get yourself warmed up with some fine dances and music.

Sunday, February 7, 2010 - English Dance

Caller: Carmen Giunta
Band: Arugula

Great tunes from Silvia Sörensen on flute, Mike Hoeschele on fiddle, Chris DeGolyer on piano, and Fred Filbrich on bass – an experienced quartet of fine musicians.  Our caller, from Syracuse, often writes his own dances!

Great tunes from Silvia Sörensen on flute, Mike Hoeschele on
fiddle, Chris DeGolyer on piano, and Fred Filbrich on bass

Thursday, February 4, 2010 - Contra Dance

Caller: Sarah Van Norstrand
Band: Andrew and Noah Van Norstrand

Amazing music by the energetic, accomplished Van Norstrand brothers and superb calling by Sarah Van Norstrand.