Re: [Callers] Politically Correct?

ader world of politics. Talking does/can get frustrating and circular, but it also opens minds and keeps people thinking about how to be together better. Meanwhile, together let's forge a path - maybe of many sortof parallel lanes - to move forward to dancing in joy. Dorcas Hand Houston -Origin

Re: [Callers] Colonial Dances Adapted for ONS?

Lady of the Lake? Not sure dates and not near my cards, but definitely easy. Dorcas Hand Houston Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 10, 2018, at 12:26 PM, Rich Sbardella via Callers > <callers@lists.sharedweight.net> wrote: > > Hello Folks, > > Does anyone have danc

Re: [Callers] Holiday Contra

I have been curating holiday dances every time they come up on this list (or elsewhere) and just put this program together for Saturday. They aren’t all easy, but perhaps the compilation will be useful to others. Thanks so much for the ones I’ve gotten from this list over the last while. Dorcas

Re: [Callers] Glen Echo FND beginner lesson plan

Thanks for this -and thanks to Dance Ranger Stan. Dorcas Sent from my iPad On Aug 10, 2013, at 3:57 AM, "tavi merrill" wrote: > Hi all, > > It was a real treat to utilize the lesson plan Stan Fowler and Laura Brown > developed for Glen Echo's Friday night dance.

Re: [Callers] Coconut Cream Pie: easy 4-facing-4s

tricky when there were new dancers in the hall. Also, not all bands have a 5-part tune. So far, I've never seen Coconut Cream Pie fall apart, even with a large percentage of new dancers. You can have 5 or 6 or 3 people in the stars, and as long as they get  back to where they started, it's OK. ---

Re: [Callers] Coconut Cream Pie: easy 4-facing-4s

Could you post the calls? Sounds great! Dorcas Hand Houston -Original Message- From: callers-boun...@sharedweight.net [mailto:callers-boun...@sharedweight.net] On Behalf Of Tina Fields Sent: Saturday, July 06, 2013 2:49 PM To: call...@sharedweight.net Subject: [Callers] Coconut Cream Pie

Re: [Callers] End Effect Rules / Patterns

Sounds like fun. Sent from my iPad On Jun 27, 2013, at 3:27 PM, "Jack Mitchell" wrote: > So...I've been thinking about trying to put together a workshop for > experienced dancerd that would consist of dances that have end effects, > but giving the dancers some rules

Re: [Callers] Anyone know a dance that has Contra Corners with 4 Corners?

Thanks to Keith Holmes, we just danced Walpole Cottage last night! Excellent fun. Dorcas Hand Houston, Texas -Original Message- From: callers-boun...@sharedweight.net [mailto:callers-boun...@sharedweight.net] On Behalf Of Alan Winston Sent: Saturday, May 18, 2013 7:27 PM To: call

Re: [Callers] Dances With Minimal Partner Time (Was: dances with ultimate partner time)

So Much for Romance IMP Erna-Lynne Bogue (for Dorcas Hand, after an Auction at Winter int eh Woods, c. 1990) A1 N bal and pull by R P pull by L N bal and pull by R P pull by L A2 N B B1 L chain over & back B2 Circ

Re: [Callers] WMUR History of Contra Video

I have a copy of the VHS tape. Just tripped on it hiding in a pile in the holiday cleanup effort. I know I'm many months late, but what the heck. Happy New Year to all. Dorcas Hand -Original Message- From: callers-boun...@sharedweight.net [mailto:callers-boun...@sharedweight.net

Re: [Callers] Contra Dance Caller's Nightmare (was Slices)

If the SNL writers knew anything about contradancing, they could have a heck of a good time with that one! Dorcas Hand -Original Message- From: callers-boun...@sharedweight.net [mailto:callers-boun...@sharedweight.net] On Behalf Of Mark Hillegonds Sent: Friday, December 28, 2012 11:41

Re: [Callers] What is the best contra dance(s) ever written?

dressed up the simplicity as much as our skills and energy allowed. The floor was packed with college students - fabulous fun. Dorcas Hand -Original Message- From: callers-boun...@sharedweight.net [mailto:callers-boun...@sharedweight.net] On Behalf Of Michael Fuerst Sent: Friday, November 30,

Re: [Callers] What is the best contra dance(s) ever written?

Beautifully put. One other thing I like is the Sufi dance aspect of dancing in perfect tune with the music and the set, without having to think much about what move is next. Delicious. Dorcas hand -Original Message- From: callers-boun...@sharedweight.net [mailto:callers-boun

Re: [Callers] !RE: How to Call a Petronella Turn?

That is really fun, and clever - Alle Ortep to turn the Petronella to the left. I'm glad someone noticed that! Dorcas Hand again -Original Message- From: callers-boun...@sharedweight.net [mailto:callers-boun...@sharedweight.net] On Behalf Of Mark Hillegonds Sent: Sunday, November 25

Re: [Callers] !RE: How to Call a Petronella Turn?

Perfectly stated - although I note (curiosity) that the "Alan Ortep turn moves to the left rather than the right. I still agree with the "simplicity" perspective. And I like to keep the old dances a little familiar by using the turn Petronella at least some of the ti

Re: [Callers] Unruly Reunion/Monterey Detour

I guess my day-job is showing (librarian), but the idea of a cladistic taxonomy is fabulous! Even if there were a code for the various options and we added that code to our records so that (eventually we would see the connections even without consulting the actual tree. Hmmm - if only I had

Re: [Callers] practice vs. preparation

Thanks, Andy, for the summary. The same is true of teaching - there is the immediate content which a caller/teacher/presenter must know intimately. And then there are the overall presentation skills that allow a leader to lead students through various patterns with fair ease. Both skills are

Re: [Callers] A few dances needed that .....

You could substitute a ladies dosido once and a half for the chains, and use dances you have. At least that is my first idea before I go looking deeper. Dorcas Hand Houston -Original Message- From: callers-boun...@sharedweight.net [mailto:callers-boun...@sharedweight.net] On Behalf

Re: [Callers] number of contra dancers?

not include us. What an interesting question - and what an interesting process to develop what will only ever be a best estimate but never a precise number that is correct. Fascinating, even for this non-mathematician! Dorcas Hand, Houston -Original Message- From: callers-boun

Re: [Callers] American with Style

! What a great way to avoid reality - think about dancing. The power just flickered - wonder how long without internet... Dorcas Hand Houston -Original Message- From: callers-boun...@sharedweight.net [mailto:callers-boun...@sharedweight.net] On Behalf Of Colin Hume Sent: Sunday, Ma

Re: [Callers] St. Paddy Day theme dances?

Excellent - I'll pull Ralph Page off the shelf. Thanks. -Original Message- From: callers-boun...@sharedweight.net [mailto:callers-boun...@sharedweight.net] On Behalf Of David Millstone Sent: Thursday, March 01, 2012 6:54 PM To: call...@sharedweight.net Subject: Re: [Callers] St. Paddy

Re: [Callers] St. Paddy Day theme dances?

ttp://dancevideos.childgrove.org/ecd/ecd-modern/243-sharon-of-the-green.html>, but that is an English style dance to *Green Gowned Lass*. but pretty contra friendly except for the lack of a swing. Bob On Thu, Mar 1, 2012 at 7:11 PM, Dorcas Hand <hand...@tekkmail.com> wrote: > > I

[Callers] St. Paddy Day theme dances?

could even use Snakes. I won't go overboard - but some acknowledgement seems in order. Besides wearing a green skirt! Dorcas Hand Houston TX

Re: [Callers] on being a beginner

I heard this last week - yes, fabulous. In any field. Thanks for finding the transcript. Dorcas Hand Houston -Original Message- From: callers-boun...@sharedweight.net [mailto:callers-boun...@sharedweight.net] On Behalf Of joe micheals Sent: Thursday, February 16, 2012 1:12 PM

Re: [Callers] Nelson, NH dance memories

, Dorcas Hand <hand...@tekkmail.com> wrote: > It's been maybe 10 years since I went - I learned to dance with Dudley > Laufman in South Amherst in the mid-70's, but I was so disappointed with > the Nelson dance. For an outsider, the center set syndrome was in full > force, an

Re: [Callers] celtic hey

Tropical Gentleman is sooo cool - but hard to teach. -Original Message- From: callers-boun...@sharedweight.net [mailto:callers-boun...@sharedweight.net] On Behalf Of Chris Page Sent: Thursday, December 08, 2011 7:34 PM To: Caller's discussion list Subject: Re: [Callers] celtic hey On

Re: [Callers] Nelson, NH dance memories

human", faced with all the normal issues of dance communities and undoubtedly struggling to solve them just like the rest of us. Dorcas Hand Houston TX -Original Message- From: callers-boun...@sharedweight.net [mailto:callers-boun...@sharedweight.net] On Behalf Of Richard Hart Sen

Re: [Callers] The Beginners' Lesson Tips?

probably use a figure or two to demonstrate how the foursome moves within itself, and how to move to the new four. It's a very full 30 minutes - but it works. Dorcas Hand Houston -Original Message- From: callers-boun...@sharedweight.net [mailto:callers-boun...@sharedweight.net] On Behalf Of D

Re: [Callers] When did pre-dance beginners' workshops start in YOUR area?

WOW. It certainly benefits a caller to be in area where so much dancing happens. I have been dancing longer, even calling longer - but I will never be in that upper echelon! Way to go, Dan. Dorcas -Original Message- From: callers-boun...@sharedweight.net

Re: [Callers] Firedancing/ Hooping while calling and other possible future Burning Man innovations

I've never done techno, but this lighting plan sounds well suited to some of that. So interesting. Dorcas Hand -Original Message- From: callers-boun...@sharedweight.net [mailto:callers-boun...@sharedweight.net] On Behalf Of Greg McKenzie Sent: Sunday, August 07, 2011 10:09 AM

Re: [Callers] Etymology of "Sicilian Circle"

Now that explains why I've never really been sure which was which! Thanks so much. Dorcas -Original Message- From: callers-boun...@sharedweight.net [mailto:callers-boun...@sharedweight.net] On Behalf Of Chris Page Sent: Tuesday, August 02, 2011 11:54 PM To: Caller's discussion list

[Callers] tongue twister (was alternate formations)

Great Tongue Twister, Don: A proper petronella proved pretty popular. Makes me think of the Trout Fishing kids song "All I Want is a proper cup of coffee, made in a proper copper coffee pot..." Sorry for the aside - just couldn't resist. Dorcas Hand -Original Message

Re: [Callers] Apps for callers?

Linda - you make me chuckle! Dorcas -Original Message- From: callers-boun...@sharedweight.net [mailto:callers-boun...@sharedweight.net] On Behalf Of Linda Mrosko Sent: Monday, April 11, 2011 2:14 PM To: Caller's discussion list Subject: Re: [Callers] Apps for callers? When I started

Re: [Callers] Calling medleys for the first time

I admire you, Parker. I shy away from medleys probably from laziness. I think there is no walk through, tho sometimes the caller tells the first move in advance and hints at some that might be in the mix. I think the real trick is to keep the dances straightforward without too many figures

Re: [Callers] Dances with tricky end effects

Hey, Parker I seem to have lost your direct email - but I thought I would say hello. I'm wishing for your cooler weather! Dorcas -Original Message- From: callers-boun...@sharedweight.net [mailto:callers-boun...@sharedweight.net] On Behalf Of PARKER MANN Sent: Monday, September 06,

Re: [Callers] Introductory session at dance weekends

with many answers and many variables. Dorcas Hand Houston -Original Message- From: callers-boun...@sharedweight.net [mailto:callers-boun...@sharedweight.net] On Behalf Of hgrast...@aol.com Sent: Sunday, August 15, 2010 4:23 PM To: call...@sharedweight.net Subject: Re: [Callers

Re: [Callers] Society of Callers

it as a "duty" to the group, but would have preferred to dance. Now I finally enjoy them both equally - interesting. Dorcas Hand Houston -Original Message- From: callers-boun...@sharedweight.net [mailto:callers-boun...@sharedweight.net] On Behalf Of Chrissy Fowler Sent: Tuesday, August

Re: [Callers] Sung contras

I learned this dancing in a barn in Maine during a band break. We all sang and danced, and the band could dance also! We did Simple Gifts the same way, although I don't remember that one. It was a lovely treat! Dorcas Hand Houston -Original Message- From: callers-boun

Re: [Callers] Callers Digest, Vol 72, Issue 2

Hey there, Sargon Bon jour! Ca va??? (no accents handy...) Dorcas -Original Message- From: callers-boun...@sharedweight.net [mailto:callers-boun...@sharedweight.net] On Behalf Of Sargon de Jesus Sent: Monday, August 02, 2010 2:19 PM To: call...@sharedweight.net Subject: Re: [Callers]

Re: [Callers] Ralph Page Syllabi

You are amazing! Dorcas Hand Houston -Original Message- From: callers-boun...@sharedweight.net [mailto:callers-boun...@sharedweight.net] On Behalf Of David Smukler Sent: Thursday, July 22, 2010 10:52 AM To: call...@sharedweight.net Subject: Re: [Callers] Ralph Page Syllabi Hi Bill

Re: [Callers] Online site for programming dances?

This is so cool - but I can't get it to work! Is IE the problem, or am I missing something else? Dorcas Hand Houston -Original Message- From: callers-boun...@sharedweight.net [mailto:callers-boun...@sharedweight.net] On Behalf Of Dan Black Sent: Monday, January 11, 2010 11:26 AM

Re: [Callers] Caller's opinions on non-contra music at dances

standard - but if not well done and not well supported by the caller, it is a nightmare. No matter the music, the caller needs to be ready to step back in to rescue the situation - at least IMHO. All best, especially to Parker and Marian way up north in "Canadia"!!! Dorcas Hand Houston ---

Re: [Callers] Flying Waffles by Ken Haltenhoff

With such a great title I can't wait to see the dance. :) Dorcas in Houston -Original Message- From: callers-boun...@sharedweight.net [mailto:callers-boun...@sharedweight.net] On Behalf Of Will Loving Sent: Wednesday, September 23, 2009 9:52 AM To: Caller's discussion list

Re: [Callers] dance space

Very well put, Richie. Those tight halls in Massachusetts in the 70's made learning and loving contra a piece of cake! Dorcas Hand -Original Message- From: callers-boun...@sharedweight.net [mailto:callers-boun...@sharedweight.net] On Behalf Of Richie K. Sent: Sunday, November 09, 2008 7

Re: [Callers] Admission?

during the evening. Dorcas Hand Houston -Original Message- From: callers-boun...@sharedweight.net [mailto:callers-boun...@sharedweight.net] On Behalf Of Chrissy Fowler Sent: Sunday, October 19, 2008 7:12 PM To: shared weight Subject: [Callers] Admission? Hi all, I have been wondering about