Parker wrote:
2. I'm at the point where I want to try calling a dance medley.
I'm sorry to hear that Parker. I recommend drinking lots of water and getting some sleep.
Personally, I have never reached that point. You have done the right thing by announcing your compulsion here, where there are others who might help. If these ideas persists for more than a few days I recommend the following:
1. Be sure to announce in advance your intention so that the dancers have the opportunity to sit out, or leave the dance early. There is nothing worse than being ambushed into a medley without warning.
2. Warn the band so that they can play tunes they don't want the dancers to listen to.
3. Pick an occasion where there are no beginners present, such as a festival or a dance camp. That way the dancers won't have to make excuses when they avoid beginners for this substantial chunk of the evening.
Just a few thoughts. Greg McKenzie
