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by Tony Parkes via Callers

Mary Collins wrote: > I am calling on April 15th....would love some ideas for "tax" related dances. Any out there? Don’t know if you’re open to including squares, but whenever a series dance falls on April 15 I trot out the ever-popular Taxes Star. Tony Parkes Billerica, Mass. www.hands4.com<http://www.hands4.com> New book! Square Dance Calling: An Old Art for a New Century (to be published Spring 2017)

7 years, 9 months

Re: [Callers] Tax Day Dances

by Don Veino via Callers

*MN-NY Happy Returns - Carol Ormand* in RPDLW Syllabus https://www.library.unh.edu/special/forms/rpdlw/syllabus2005.pdf#page=43 (yes, you can link to specific pages in these) *Last Time I Checked This Was Still a Democracy, Isn’t It? - Amy Cann* (be sure to check the back story) http://www.library.unh.edu/special/forms/rpdlw/syllabus2012.pdf#page=08 *The Amazing Return - Ken Bonner* http://lists.sharedweight.net/pipermail/callers-sharedweight.net/2015-Janua… *Close Enough For Government Work - Rich Blazej* Only title found, no easy web link to sequence? Have fun, Don On Thu, Mar 23, 2017 at 7:11 AM, Mary Collins via Callers < callers(a)lists.sharedweight.net> wrote: > I am calling on April 15th....would love some ideas for "tax" related > dances. Any out there? > > Thanks. > Mary Collins > > “Life is not about waiting for the storms to pass ... it's about learning > to dance in the rain!” ~ Unknown > > _______________________________________________ > Callers mailing list > Callers(a)lists.sharedweight.net > http://lists.sharedweight.net/listinfo.cgi/callers-sharedweight.net > >

7 years, 9 months

[Callers] Tax Day Dances

by Mary Collins via Callers

I am calling on April 15th....would love some ideas for "tax" related dances. Any out there? Thanks. Mary Collins “Life is not about waiting for the storms to pass ... it's about learning to dance in the rain!” ~ Unknown

7 years, 9 months

Re: [Callers] Looking for Author of Dance - The Cows Go Marching

by Vicki Morrison via Callers

It's called Cows are Watching by Bill Pope. Note also that it's becket. Great dance! Yes, Cary Ravitz has a "Ravitized" version of it on his site. There's a YouTube video with Cis Hinkle calling it at Mentone in 2012 that I made. Vicki Morrison Tallahassee, FL Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 22, 2017, at 10:38 AM, Meg Dedolph via Callers <callers(a)lists.sharedweight.net> wrote: > > Cary Ravitz has The Cows are Watching (which looks quite close to what you have) on a page of dances he's collected - link below. > > http://www.miscdances.ravitz.us/#cw > > Meg > >> On Wed, Mar 22, 2017 at 9:34 AM Cheryl Joyal via Callers <callers(a)lists.sharedweight.net> wrote: >> I have a wonderful dance in my box that I enjoy dancing and calling - but do not know who wrote it…. can anyone tell me who wrote it? >> >> Also - is this the correct name since another caller said they had a dance called “the Cows are Watching” ? >> >> Anyone have any other “Cow” dances since we are on a theme ? >> >> The Cows go Marching by _________________ >> >> A1 (8) Long lines, forward and back >> (8) Women allemande Right 1-1/2 >> >> A2 (16) Neighbor balance and swing >> >> B1 (8) Balance the ring >> (8) Gents Roll/Sashay Partner across set >> >> B2 (4) Zig to Left (w/Partner), >> (4) Zag to Right and Gents catch by Left >> (8) Men allemande Left 1x to Partner Swing >> >> Thanks - Cheryl >> >> Cheryl Joyal >> clmjoyal(a)gmail.com >> clmjoyal(a)aol.com >> 630-667-3284 (cell) >> Cheryl Joyal >> clmjoyal(a)gmail.com >> clmjoyal(a)aol.com >> 630-667-3284 (cell) >> >> >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> Callers mailing list >> Callers(a)lists.sharedweight.net >> http://lists.sharedweight.net/listinfo.cgi/callers-sharedweight.net > _______________________________________________ > Callers mailing list > Callers(a)lists.sharedweight.net > http://lists.sharedweight.net/listinfo.cgi/callers-sharedweight.net

7 years, 9 months

[Callers] New Dance

by Michael Barraclough via Callers

I saw a dance I liked on a mail list and tried it. However, there was one move I wanted to change. In trying to change that move I found that I had completely changed the whole dance! It works in my living room. Does it work for you? What else is similar? SLINGSHOT Longways improper A1 Balance the ring, Petronella; partner swing A2 Men pull by left and courtesy turn with neighbor; men gypsy left B1 Neighbor gypsy right; neighbor swing B2 Circle left 3 place, partner roll away; men lead partner along the set into circle left 3 places with next couple NB: The beginning of A2 is the mirror image of a ladies chain - men pull by left, courtesy turn with partner, men moving forward and ladies backward. -- Michael Barraclough www.michaelbarraclough.com

7 years, 9 months

Re: [Callers] Looking for Author of Dance - The Cows Go Marching

by Sandy Knudson via Callers

I have it, Cheryl at home, but I am in Philadelphia. Email me and I will send it when I get home!! Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 22, 2017, at 10:38 AM, Meg Dedolph via Callers <callers(a)lists.sharedweight.net> wrote: > > Cary Ravitz has The Cows are Watching (which looks quite close to what you have) on a page of dances he's collected - link below. > > http://www.miscdances.ravitz.us/#cw > > Meg > >> On Wed, Mar 22, 2017 at 9:34 AM Cheryl Joyal via Callers <callers(a)lists.sharedweight.net> wrote: >> I have a wonderful dance in my box that I enjoy dancing and calling - but do not know who wrote it…. can anyone tell me who wrote it? >> >> Also - is this the correct name since another caller said they had a dance called “the Cows are Watching” ? >> >> Anyone have any other “Cow” dances since we are on a theme ? >> >> The Cows go Marching by _________________ >> >> A1 (8) Long lines, forward and back >> (8) Women allemande Right 1-1/2 >> >> A2 (16) Neighbor balance and swing >> >> B1 (8) Balance the ring >> (8) Gents Roll/Sashay Partner across set >> >> B2 (4) Zig to Left (w/Partner), >> (4) Zag to Right and Gents catch by Left >> (8) Men allemande Left 1x to Partner Swing >> >> Thanks - Cheryl >> >> Cheryl Joyal >> clmjoyal(a)gmail.com >> clmjoyal(a)aol.com >> 630-667-3284 (cell) >> Cheryl Joyal >> clmjoyal(a)gmail.com >> clmjoyal(a)aol.com >> 630-667-3284 (cell) >> >> >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> Callers mailing list >> Callers(a)lists.sharedweight.net >> http://lists.sharedweight.net/listinfo.cgi/callers-sharedweight.net > _______________________________________________ > Callers mailing list > Callers(a)lists.sharedweight.net > http://lists.sharedweight.net/listinfo.cgi/callers-sharedweight.net

7 years, 9 months

[Callers] Advanced Contras

by Richard Green via Callers

Hello fellow callers! I am preparing a very short program of advanced or challenging contras which I will be leading at the Down East Festival next week. This will be one of many festival offerings during the weekend of March 24-25. I have done a challenging session at several past festivals and have a small collection of dances that I think are both moderately challenging and fun to dance. (I also have a few that I will never call again!) I have not added to my list for quite a while and would appreciate any suggestions that any of you would be kind enough to share. I will not be doing any other formations than duple or becket dances, although I understand that there are many other fun formations. If you could include the complete choreography and any teaching or other tips that would be very helpful. I always credit the dance authors, so please include that information as well. Thanks so much! This list is a great resource to have. Richard Green Wayne, Maine

7 years, 9 months

Re: [Callers] Modern Western Square Dance for Contra Dancers

by Bree Kalb via Callers

I'm one of the lucky people who attended Andy's workshop in Durham in 2011. Although I hit a wall 9or two) earlier than most people in the group I had a great time. Andy is an excellent teacher and made it all lots of fun, if overwhelming at times. If my August wasn't already filled up, I'd seriously consider doing this again. (Never did get to a local MWSD in the area although a few of us thought we would.) Bree Kalb Carrboro, NC On Sat, Mar 18, 2017 at 3:59 PM, Andy Shore via Callers < callers(a)lists.sharedweight.net> wrote: > I realize this post qualifies as both shameless self-promotion, as well as > possible improper use of this list for (somewhat) commercial purposes, but > I do think this topic may be of particular interest to contra and trad > callers and choreographers. Scold me if you must. > > I'll be teaching a special weeklong workshop at CDSS American Dance and > Music Week at Pinewoods (Plymouth, MA) August 8-15, 2017 titled "Modern > Western Square Dance for Contra Dancers". > > > > > > --

7 years, 9 months

Re: [Callers] Modern Western Square Dance for Contra Dancers

by Tom Hinds via Callers

I attempted to call modern western at Pinewoods and then latter Buff. Gap (in the early 90s). Unfortunately there was always one person that wasn't up for it. One person in each class had a very hard time learning the new moves while the rest of the class had no difficulty at all. So I had to drastically change my plan and expectations. Tom

7 years, 9 months

Re: [Callers] Modern Western Square Dance for Contra Dancers

by Rich Sbardella via Callers

Jeremy, I would not even attempt that. I might look at 10 popular calls that are unique to MWSD and attempt to cover those. Serving a good appetizers is better than serving a terrible buffet. Rich On Sun, Mar 19, 2017 at 4:36 AM, Jeremy Child via Callers < callers(a)lists.sharedweight.net> wrote: > Fascinating. I'm doing something similar at Eastbourne International Folk > Festival (http://eiff.org.uk/new-for-2017/149-jeremytea.html). > > I,however, only have 2 1/2 hours in which to take them through the gamut > of the Basic 1, 2 and Mainstream programmes. > > Wish me luck! > > Jeremy > www.barndancecaller.net > > On 18 March 2017 at 19:59, Andy Shore via Callers < > callers(a)lists.sharedweight.net> wrote: > >> I realize this post qualifies as both shameless self-promotion, as well >> as possible improper use of this list for (somewhat) commercial purposes, >> but I do think this topic may be of particular interest to contra and trad >> callers and choreographers. Scold me if you must. >> >> I'll be teaching a special weeklong workshop at CDSS American Dance and >> Music Week at Pinewoods (Plymouth, MA) August 8-15, 2017 titled "Modern >> Western Square Dance for Contra Dancers". >> >> This course is an intensive “blitz” exposure to Modern Western Square >> Dancing (MWSD) for experienced contra dancers, traditional square dancers, >> and contra or trad callers. If you enjoy learning new choreography and the >> unexpected delights of no-walk-thru contra medleys, this is for you. >> Starting with the 25 or so contra calls that are shared with Modern Western >> squares, we will explore much of the CALLERLAB Basic, Mainstream, and Plus >> lists. New calls will be taught and workshopped, but you’ll get plenty of >> time to “just dance” and enjoy what you have already learned in both patter >> and singing call contexts. The pace of the course will be determined by the >> students’ ability to assimilate the material, but the goal will be that you >> can dance most Mainstream calls smoothly at speed. We will cover several of >> the more popular Plus calls as well. Expect to be challenged and have lots >> of fun! >> >> Modern Western uses recorded music of various genres; the patter music is >> designed to get you moving at a continuous flow and the singing call music >> allows for a change of pace. The class time will be divided into an all >> morning workshop session where we will learn new figures, then a late >> afternoon practice and review session. You will have the middle of the day >> to relax or enjoy other workshops at American Week. >> >> >> More details at the CDSS site: http://www.cdss.org/programs/d >> ance-music-song-camps/camp-weeks/mwsd >> >> This class may be of particular interest to contra and trad callers and >> choreographers. Many MWSD moves have been "borrowed" into contra and >> several contra choreographers who have had experience with MWSD have >> written dances that have components inspired by MWSD moves. (Carol Ormand, >> Bob Isaacs, and Chris Page to name a few.) Some of the moves that come from >> MWSD are: box circulate, pass the ocean, square thru, star thru, California >> twirl, hinge... If you'd like to stir your creative juices, or just learn a >> bit more about some of the calls and their applications, this is a great >> way to do so. Learning about the added rigor of MWSD may improve your own >> teaching and presentation skills, as well as give you new insights into >> contra and trad choreography. >> >> Space in this class is limited. Registration is currently open. >> >> my site: http://site.andyshore.com/ >> >> I taught a similar weekend workshop in Durham NC in 2011 with many contra >> & trad callers in attendance. Here is my "trip report" (on facebook) from >> that weekend >> https://www.facebook.com/notes/andy-shore/trip-report-mwsd- >> for-contra-folks-blitz-or-how-i-spent-last-weekend/10150112721414483 >> >> Questions or comments - my best contact email is andyshore(a)gmail.com >> >> Thanks, >> /Andy Shore >> >> >> _______________________________________________ >> Callers mailing list >> Callers(a)lists.sharedweight.net >> http://lists.sharedweight.net/listinfo.cgi/callers-sharedweight.net >> >> > > _______________________________________________ > Callers mailing list > Callers(a)lists.sharedweight.net > http://lists.sharedweight.net/listinfo.cgi/callers-sharedweight.net > >

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