Re: [Callers] What is a contra?

Hi Colin Interesting question. I have similar questions looking at this from Australia. I have started running workshops titled something like "Modern New England Contra Dance". (This is not to alienate folk from other parts of the US, but most of my exposure to contra has been in New England).

Re: [Callers] Looking for a CD that would have full length contra tunes for calling

Wild Asparagus Live at the Guiding Star Grange is perfect as it was recorded at a dance. And it's Wild Asparagus :-) cheersJeanette Jeanette Mill Contra dance caller, musician, workshop facilitator Canberra, Australia Phone: +61 (0)449 686 077 Email: jeanette_m...@yahoo.com.au Skype:

[Callers] Leading, consent in embellishments

Hello I am devising a workshop for a festival here in Australia, and have long been of the opinion that there are no "leaders" in contra dance couples. Moves should be executed with mutual consent, especially embellishments such as turning under out of a ladies' chain. Conventions such as waltz

[Callers] Resume examples

I am putting together a resume/CV with emphasis on my calling and music skills. I would be interested in seeing some models of how this is done, so if anyone is happy to share theirs with me, I would be very grateful Kind regardsJeanette Jeanette Mill Contra dance caller, musician, workshop

[Callers] Website development

Can anyone recommend an open source website development tool that is appropriate for touring dance callers and musicians? cheersJeanette Jeanette MillContra dance caller, musician and workshop convenor+61 (0)449 686 077Canberra, Australia "The piano - 88 little mistakes waiting to happen" Kate

[Callers] Callers workshops

I am based in Australia and hoping to travel to the US and attend some contra dance calling workshops in 2018. I would be grateful for any information about upcoming workshops, including workhshops at festivals, to assist with an itinerary. Many thanks in advance for your suggestions Jeanette 

[Callers] festival gigs

Any hints for quick and efficient ways to include the new dancers who join at the bottom of sets at festivals? If they have a good experience they are future regular dancers.