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
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At 07:25 AM 1/20/2011, you wrote:
Hi all,
A friend asked me if there are contra dances whose associated
melodies/tunes have lyrics.
Suggestions?
Chrissy Fowler
Belfast ME
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