2 Jul
2010
2 Jul
'10
9:06 p.m.
If you missed it, here's a link to the story about young people and contra dance
that aired tonight on National Public Radio.
http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=128273050
I've asked Marika Partridge, the producer of the piece, if there's a way that we
can listen to the longer version that she hoped would air. Instead, NPR did a
lot of editing and ran a much shorter piece. I'll let the list know if there's a
way we can hear-- with apologies to the late Paul Harvey-- The Rest of the
Story.
David Millstone (aka "the old-time caller")
Lebanon, NH
3 Jul
3 Jul
3:39 p.m.
My sister called me from Pittsfield to tell me, so I got to hear it on the
west coast....hope you can get the longer version!
Trying to figure out how to imbed it on our website!
Leda
www.FolkWorks.org
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Sent: Friday, July 02, 2010 6:07 PM
To: David Millstone
Subject: [Callers] NPR piece
If you missed it, here's a link to the story about young people and contra
dance
that aired tonight on National Public Radio.
http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=128273050
I've asked Marika Partridge, the producer of the piece, if there's a way
that we
can listen to the longer version that she hoped would air. Instead, NPR did
a
lot of editing and ran a much shorter piece. I'll let the list know if
there's a
way we can hear-- with apologies to the late Paul Harvey-- The Rest of the
Story.
David Millstone (aka "the old-time caller")
Lebanon, NH
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4 Jul
4 Jul
3:59 p.m.
Good work David!
This is an excellent piece that catches the spirit and heart of
contras, particularly for younger dancers.
As we all tend to age it is vital that we be prepared to pass on the
traditions, the skills, and the reigns of leadership to
newcomers. This is often a traumatic experience for some. We are
loath to give up control to young people who do not seem to value the
same elements that we do. Yet we must be willing to let go of some
of our most cherished ideals as we hand over control to others. The
alternative is the stagnation and death of a powerful tool for
building community in an age when a renewed sense of community is
sorely needed.
As we move toward a sustainable society the ability to gather as a
local community for celebration and socializing is a vital element
for making this transition. Contras have a role to play in our
evolution and, dare I say, the sustainability of our species.
We all have a part to play in passing on the tools we have carefully
forged and honed for generations.
Just a thought,
Greg
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At 06:06 PM 7/2/2010, you wrote:
If you missed it, here's a link to the story about
young people and
contra dance
that aired tonight on National Public Radio.
http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=128273050
I've asked Marika Partridge, the producer of the piece, if there's a
way that we
can listen to the longer version that she hoped would air. Instead, NPR did a
lot of editing and ran a much shorter piece. I'll let the list know
if there's a
way we can hear-- with apologies to the late Paul Harvey-- The Rest of the
Story.
David Millstone (aka "the old-time caller")
Lebanon, NH
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5 Jul
5 Jul
1:47 a.m.
What you said - that would be great, David. And most important - hearing - "the rest
of the story". And so - appropriate. And it was wonderful for this mid-westerner
to hear your marvelous voice on the air.
Laur
~
When I dance, I cannot judge, I cannot hate, I cannot separate myself from life. I can
only be joyful and whole, that is why I dance. ~Hans Bos~
~
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From: David Millstone
<David.Millstone(a)valley.net>
Subject: [Callers] NPR piece
To: "David Millstone" <David.Millstone(a)valley.net>
Date: Friday, July 2, 2010, 9:06 PM
If you missed it, here's a link to
the story about young people and contra dance
that aired tonight on National Public Radio.
http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=128273050
I've asked Marika Partridge, the producer of the piece, if
there's a way that we
can listen to the longer version that she hoped would air.
Instead, NPR did a
lot of editing and ran a much shorter piece. I'll let the
list know if there's a
way we can hear-- with apologies to the late Paul Harvey--
The Rest of the
Story.
David Millstone (aka "the old-time caller")
Lebanon, NH
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7 Jul
7 Jul
12:26 p.m.
New subject: Best Squares
Recently, for a dance weekend workshop, I asked caller friends for their
"best squares", the ones that dancers like and that seem to work well
every time. Now, I'd like to add to that collection, so if any of you
would be willing to contribute your "best squares", I'm all ears.
My own preference is for squares that have most dancers moving most of
the time (in other words, not visiting couple squares), but if your
experience with a different kind of square is a good one, please send it
along.
These are the ones I have already:
Geezy Peezy by Larry Edelman
Early Autumn Express by Gene Hubert
Southern Nights by Kathy Anderson
Do Si Do Twice by Will Mentor
Shooting Stars by Tom Hinds
Petronella Square by Becky Hill
Synchromesh Square by Tony Parkes (?)
Tic Tac Toe by ?????
"anything by Gene Hubert or Tom Hinds"
Thanks in advance.
Jo Mortland
Chicago
8 Jul
8 Jul
11:34 a.m.
New subject: Best Squares
Dear All,
I am interested in collecting contemporary squares. Squares written in
the last 10 years or so.
If you have written some or know of a website - I would be much
obliged if you would email them to me.
Thank you,
Will Mentor
Huntington, Vermont
19 Jul
19 Jul
1:18 p.m.
New subject: Best Squares
Jo,
Here are a few of my favorites:
Ladies Lib by Kathy Anderson
Phillupspace (Sets in Order)
Teakettle by Ron Buchanan
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Sent: Wednesday, July 7, 2010 12:26:28 PM
Subject: Re: [Callers] Best Squares
Recently, for a dance weekend workshop, I asked caller friends for their
"best squares", the ones that dancers like and that seem to work well
every time. Now, I'd like to add to that collection, so if any of you
would be willing to contribute your "best squares", I'm all ears.
My own preference is for squares that have most dancers moving most of
the time (in other words, not visiting couple squares), but if your
experience with a different kind of square is a good one, please send it
along.
These are the ones I have already:
Geezy Peezy by Larry Edelman
Early Autumn Express by Gene Hubert
Southern Nights by Kathy Anderson
Do Si Do Twice by Will Mentor
Shooting Stars by Tom Hinds
Petronella Square by Becky Hill
Synchromesh Square by Tony Parkes (?)
Tic Tac Toe by ?????
"anything by Gene Hubert or Tom Hinds"
Thanks in advance.
Jo Mortland
Chicago
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