Re: [Callers] Ferry Boat Contra Ideas

Thematic searches during program preparations have led me to many delightful dances that I would likely have never encountered. In preparing for Appleseed Allemande, I discovered that several choreographers who are beekeepers have written dances that honor bees with imitative dance moves. When I introduce 'Beauty and the Bees' with a word of gratitude to pollinators, dancers nod, and some share their interest as apiarists, and connections are made, and the dance community is warmed and strengthened. When the amazing duo of Celador was coming to play for us while on their debut tour, a conversation with the guitarist revealed the source of the name - a playful search unearthed the dance 'Cellar Door' - this highly accessible triple progression dance is a delight on the floor, and it was a pleasure to give a tip of the hat to this talented and adventuresome musical duo while introducing the title. Another night, the author's inspiration [a discussion of Dorothy Parker's assertion that the phrase 'cellar door' was the most beautiful sound in English] sparked entertaining discussion while the band tuned up. The choreography of the recently shared Anderson Ferry Reel goes a long way in recognizing the skillful work of the tugs as they jockey the barges, and recollecting the feel of the current in crossing a mighty River. A reflective comment while naming the dance and choreographer, on the art of the dance writer in interpreting the pull of the water awakens memories in dancers who have fished or kayaked or traveled blue highways to cross by ferry.... It's about connections. It's about honoring artists and creativity. It's about a shared celebration of the world in which we dance. You're Among Friends Dancing Raindrops Harmony Supper Table Skinny Dippin' Centennial Reel Cranberry Muffins Smooth Sailing Winter Sleigh Ride Crickets at Night . . . Introducing the name of the dance and the author will often set thoughts to dancing, along with our feet. Karin On 7/13/2015 12:30 AM, Michael Fuerst via Callers wrote: --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software. http://www.avast.com