Re: [Callers] sing-along contras?

Interesting thread. I have considered doing something like this myself...but have not followed through. Personally, I have my own standards: - Whatever is done with vocals on stage would have to be at a very high level of performance. No half-hearted effort would be sufficient. It would have to be very smooth, polished, and endearing. - The venue and dancers would have to allow for this kind of thing. I don't see this happening at an open public contra dance. This is a special event or festival type of performance. - Obviously the band and caller would have to work very closely together. - More than enough is probably too much. Verbal vocalization requires a level of concentration to participate in and would be a distraction even to listen to. Do people attend contras to sing or to listen to singing? This could preclude some socialization activity on the dance floor that is a reason people attend. These are my own personal concerns. On the other hand, done with heart, enthusiasm, and bravado you might be able to pull this off without much preparation. I am more cautious than many other callers. - Greg ********* At 07:25 AM 1/20/2011, you wrote: