Re: [Callers] [Organizers] contra dance gypsy

Don, Excellent! I will include this w/ your Mon listing. Can you send me a link to the bus line that gets one to Concord? I'd like to start listing these items along w/ the basic info & see if it shakes anything up. I know of a few dancers somewhat locally who drive electric cars. We're not

[Callers] Our collective & individual ways of reducing our carbon footprint

Hello all, Changing the subject line to reflect the topic of discussion. Thank you, and please think and contribute if you can. This could be a game changer. Kind regards, Paul If people want to revisit the use of words, please reflect that on a different thread.

Re: [Callers] [Organizers] contra dance gypsy & fuel consumption

Hey all, This is a long email, as it includes three posts. First, I hope people don't mind, but I'm ccing, callers and musicians list here, as I think we can collectively bring about a major shift in habits w/ our concerted hive intelligence. I am including the original two posts near the top

Re: [Callers] sign up to list

The other way is to include yourself as a bcc on the email you send to the list. Happy calling, Paul ___ List Name: Callers mailing list List Address: Callers@lists.sharedweight.net Archives:

Re: [Callers] Riffing on "The Nice Combination"

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Re: [Callers] Building to Contra Corners

Hannah, I whole heatedly double the recommendation for Corner Triplet by Linda Leslie. It even works w/ 4 cpls, as the top cpl becomes the bottom cpl, (then essentially out 1 rd) everyone moving up 1. Good luck, Paul ___ List Name: Callers mailing

[Callers] Caller needed for tonight's barn dance in Westford MA

Can anyone cover this? Please contact Mike: mhar...@gmail.com 978-692-2039 Thanks, Paul This list ROCKS!!! ___ List Name: Callers mailing list List Address: Callers@lists.sharedweight.net Archives:

Re: [Callers] Circles, Crazy Circles

Rich, Twilight Deliverance (DI): no circles, has both N & P Sw. A-1 N-S LL F A-2 Star L 3/4 (Gent turns over R Sh for) P-S B-1 Gents start 1/2 hey (L sh) Gents chain B-2 Bal & Pet 2X (on 2nd turn 1/2 extra to swing new N) To end dance: Bal & Pet 1X, P-S Yours in

[Callers] Need a caller this Sat Jan 27, Wareham MA

Dearest Hive, Is anyone available to call a dance this Sat, 7-10 PM, in Wareham MA, just before the Bourne Bridge? I've been down w/ the flu for 6 days and it hasn't let go yet. No voice, just a whisper. Contact me off-list for details. It is a small dance, typically 20-30. Thanks everyone,

Re: [Callers] Tired of Screaming

Linda, Hi! Here is one option that I've used once and was very surprised by: http://www.fullcompass.com/prod/131132-Roland-MOBILE-CUBE?utm_source=googleps_medium=shopping_campaign=googleps=googleshopping-musical_instruments===131132=EAIaIQobChMIhMLT6bHY2AIVE7nACh2nmAQ0EAUYAiABEgLJwvD_BwE good

Re: [Callers] Multiple N swings / does this dance exist?

Maia, Another Second Time Around Robert Cromartie Becket A-1 Cir L 3/4 N-S A-2 Cir L 3/4 P-S B-1 LL F Lad Ch L Diag B-2 Lad Pull by R, Al L 3/4 w/ shadow P-S Enjoy, Paul W Prov RI ___ List Name: Callers mailing list List

Re: [Callers] Allen Ortep's First Contra

Mark, Hi! It seems the dance should work, but I do notice one quirk. It looks to be a becket R dance (in terms of progressing direction). So starting out in DI means the first star is shorter for the ladies than it would be (one full time around) once you swing your P in the B-2. Michael,

[Callers] Looking for a caller in RI for Fri June 16

Hey all, I'm helping a friend out who is experiencing some serious (but hopefully temporary) stress. Would anyone be interested in calling a dance in Prov RI on Fri June 16? There may be other dates available at this series in the future, for interested parties. We are hoping to expand our go

Re: [Callers] Reverse prog/becket R dances?

Maia, Culver City Contra, by James Hutson (becket R, for those who will:-) A-1 LL F R & L Thru A-2 Ladies Chain Star L 1X B-1 New N DoSiDo N-S B-2 Men Al L 1 1/2 P-S A bit more complex for a medley are: To Have & To Hold Don Flaherty Triptophane Susan Kevra (all 3

[Callers] Is This a New Dance?

Hey all, Does this dance exist already? If no, please give it a whirl and let me know what you think. Twilight Deliverance DI A-1 N - S L L F & B A-2 Star L 3/4 (to Ladies side) P - S (Men turn back to S P) B-1 1/2 Hey (Men lead, L in ctr) Men's

Re: [Callers] Just had to share this:

Amy, Thank you. Called Cotuit tonight. The evening was channeling your sentiments, exciting & outside the box. If you ever plan to get to the Prov or Cape area on a wknd and want to call or play, please give me a shout. Housing available at a few spots. I'm just starting the Jan schedules,

Re: [Callers] videos of rolling starts / musical walk thrus

lers < callers@lists.sharedweight.net> wrote: > Caller is Paul Wilde, I believe. > > -Don > > On Sat, Jun 4, 2016 at 12:12 AM, Chet Gray via Callers < > callers@lists.sharedweight.net> wrote: > >> Gallimaufry at Sandywoods (I don't know the caller): >

Re: [Callers] Recognize this dance?

Can anyone identify the name/author of this dance please? Becket A-1 L Ch L Diag 1/2 Hey (LR in ctr) A-2 N B & S (N you chained to) B-1 Cir L 3/4 Bal & CA Twrl B-2 P B Thanks, Paul

Re: [Callers] another new word idea

We've tried gyre and gimble a few times at a small local dance series. The few who responded were positive. It has a certain je ne ces't quas (even if we misrepresent the technical meaning of gimble :-) Paul

Re: [Callers] Identifying Dances (Was "Anyone know this dance?"]

I am happy w/ the present system whereby identifying requests/ answers are part of the regular forum. Thanks, Paul > First of all, I think making changes is a bit premature -- nobody AFAIK >> is complaining about the current stream of requests. That said, Mailman >> has the ability to create

[Callers] Itty-bitty dances, triplets, Timing Correction for David's Triplet #5

Quick correction on timing: David's Triplet #5 David Smuckler A-1 1s cast down own side to bottom, Back up ctr to cast w/ 2s A-2 All do si do P 1 1/4 into way line of 6, balance Balance & Al R w/ P 1/2 into new wave & B-1 Bal, Pul by P by R into hey for 6 B-2 P Gypsy &

[Callers] Fwd: Itty-bitty dances, triplets, odd numbers

Donna, Here are the figures for the three suggestions I sent. David's Triplet # 5 (David Smuckler). It has a lovely hey for 6 w/ a P Gyre & Swing to finish. A-1 1s cast to bottom, ret up inside and cast around w/ same gender 2s All face P, dsd 1 1/4 to wavy line of 6, P in RH A-2 Bal

Re: [Callers] dances in unusual formations

Donna, Levi Jackson Rag, for 10. Becoming a local favorite when numbers permit. One I really like is David's Triplet #5 by David Smuckler. (It has a hey for 6, or do it w/ hands to introduce a grand R & L). Nice dance. Another quirky one that is a hybrid contra/square is Square Line Special

[Callers] A Rededication & Renaming of a Dance Formerly Known as Jeff's Gypsy

Jeff's Gyre & GimbleDI A-1 1s Gyre & Gimble (R Sh) A-2 Down Hall Line of 4, 2s Hand Cast 1's (or trn as cpl), return B-1 Circle L 1X (all are back to orig DI) Pass N-1 by R and Gyre N-2 by L B-2 N-1 Gire & Gimble (R Sh) Notes: This dance needs room, so best to keep lines

Re: [Callers] Seeking contras for a crowded hall

Jim, I have had a lot of fun w/ mescolanzes and find them to be an efficient use of space. They require a little more room lengthwise than that of a hands 4, but considerably less in width, compared to 2 lines of hands 4. Similarly, 2 sets of 4 X 4 if 4 sets of hands 4 is too crowded across the

Re: [Callers] Itty-bitty dances, triplets, odd numbers

Kalia, I love David's Triplet # 5 (David Smuckler). It has a lovely hey for 6 w/ a P Gypsy Meltdown to finish. A-1 1s cast to bottom, ret up inside and cast around w/ same gender 2s All face P, dsd 1 1/4 to wavy line of 6, P in RH A-2 Bal wave, P Al R 1/2 reform (luv it) wave, Bal pull

Re: [Callers] Yet Another "Does this dance already exist?"

I remember dancing this in Seattle last year w/ David Kaynor calling. Didn't catch the name. Great dance. Requires everyone to be alert. best, Paul W. ___ Callers mailing list Callers@lists.sharedweight.net

Re: [Callers] Looking for someone for the 4th Saturday in May in Norwich, Vermont

Fellow Rabble Rousers, Ooops! Pressed send w/o checking the to box. Mea culpa. Paul

Re: [Callers] Looking for someone for the 4th Saturday in May in Norwich, Vermont

. I see Lois at dance festivals, and we danced together several times at NEFFA this yr. More later. warmest regards, Paul Wilde Prov RI Good luck grabbing a caller for May 24th. I'm sure something will come together from your SW post. Do keep me in the loop.

Re: [Callers] 1820s-1830s Dances

Rich, Hi! First thing that comes to mind is "Cracking Chestnuts" by David Millstone & David Smuckler. This is an excellent collection of dances w/ fine historical (and ed) notes. Paul Wilde

[Callers] End Effects

Hey all, Just wanted to reconfirm that George Marshall gets credit for "stand where you land". It was the first place I heard it. George, hope you don't mind :-) best, Paul

[Callers] End Effects

Kalia, Last month @ Pinewoods George Marshall was calling the afternoon contra sessions @ E & A. Lots of fun & really interesting dances. On some of the beckets, where the cpl out at the end (whether partners or neighbors) needed to stay right where they are, he taught/called, 'stand where you

Re: [Callers] hambo

Oh boy, there will be some disagreement on this one, from past experience of the same topic. For me as a dancer? 126-128 bpm seems just right, but I haven't tried it up a steep hill w/ wooden shoes yet, which I hear happens on occasion. Can anyone verify this rumor (-:? Paul

Re: [Callers] New contra dancers and similar figures

Jim, OMG what a great post. You have so hit the nail on the head and presented it so eloquently. I believe good dancers who are community oriented (rather than dance gypsy jaded, as Joelaine so brilliantly points out in her home page post on gmail) are going to be just fine w/ the caller

Re: [Callers] Spanish Waltz

John, Mea culpa. I stand corrected on the terminology, which I ruefully reconsidered after posting. Pt. taken. Thanks, Paul

Re: [Callers] Tampering with a classic again 3-33-33

In *Cracking Chestnuts* by David Smuckler & David Millstone, there is a humorous and most enlightening history of the evolution of Money Musk which runs 12 pages. While I completely respect the authors original intent and choreography, I do agree that there is room for variation when the need

[Callers] Dancing in the Heat

Esteemed colleagues, 2 weeks ago I called my first "period' event, a Civil War Ball for teens & their parents, most new to dancing, nearly all dressed in amazing costumes. It was a good night, with about 50 dancers attending. The highlight of the evening came during the last called dance, The

Re: [Callers] Tampering with a classis aagain 3-33-33

Hey all, I've seen it called w/ a ladies chain ending the B-2, which worked very nicely. Seemed to eliminate the confusion. I think it all depends on the crowd and walk through. Paul

[Callers] A Farewell June 1 Dance to Benefit CDSS/NEFFA, Callers & Musicians Sought, Medway MA

p; NEFFA at Christ Episcopal Church, 14 School St, Medway MA. Paul Wilde & members of the PJammers invite ALL dancers, including musicians and callers (who are welcome to dance as well as call or play). Contact Paul at zenye...@gmail.com for further info. Please come and make the final spin around th

Re: [Callers] Dance title?

Mac, This is very similar to Another Second TIme Around (I believe the author is Robert Cromartie), difference being in ASTA (as I have it) the A-1 is Cir L 3/4 and swing N, w/o the pass through. It is a GREAT dance, but very vigorous. best, Paul Here is a dance I collected a few years ago -

[Callers] Inclusivemess & Older Dancers

Hey all, Seeing the topic of inclusiveness has just popped up, I would like to start a new thread. I would like to see us share some dance choices that are best suited for older dancers, ones that are fun and interesting to dance, but not quite so physically demanding as some of the high energy

[Callers] Favorite Dances

Hey everyone, I'd like to return to Michael's original thread, before it is forgotten. The idea of posting our favorite 2 or 3 dances seems like a wonderful chance to share resources and enrich our dance communities. Thanks, Paul On Thu, Nov 29, 2012 at 10:19 PM, Michael Fuerst

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

Kalia, In Bowl of Cherries, the original calls for the cross trail without hands, which tends to make it part of the amazingly smooth & flowing dance it is. Hands help if you have beginners in the line. You can teach it with hands, and then point out that the actual dance doesn't use hands at

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

To Have & To Hold by Don Flaherty Becket R (CCW) A-1 LL F Ladies Chain R Diagonal (those who can) A-2 Pass Thru (across set) & Swing B-1 Circle L 1X Gents Al R 1X B-2 Gent 2 Al L 1/2, Gent 3 Al R 1/2 P-S Original has the 3 Allemandes happening all in second half of

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

Hey all, Three of my favorite contemporary dances are: To Have & to Hold by Don Flaherty The Second Time Around (apologies, author temporarily slipped my mind) Bowl of Cherries by Sue Rosen Not intentional, but there isn't a balance in one of them. warmest regards, Paul Wilde

Re: [Callers] Taking hands four

Kalia, LOL! A nearly universal problem, I'm guessing. Tony Parke's license plate is HANDS4. Now that I'm calling, it's taken on a whole new meaning. Paul

[Callers] Please Trim Your Posts

Hey all, Just a gentle reminder per earlier (lengthy) discussions: please trim all unnecessary posts when replying to a message. We are busy folk and don't need the extra verbiage (which we've already seen at least once) to slog through. If it's previously posted but really necessary to

[Callers] Triplets

Hey all, Anyone have some interesting easy to intermediate triplets they'd be willing to share? I've got Ted's Triplets #3, #4, #6, Linda Leslie's Corner Triplet, and David Smuckler's David's Triplet #5. Thanks, Paul W. Prov. RI

Re: [Callers] New choreo list / traffic volume

I totally agree w/ Chrissy, John, & Hilton, Please delete everything that has already been posted which is not absolutely essential to your new post. Thank you everyone, Paul

Re: [Callers] mentorship

Lynne, I have not had a formal mentor, as such, but owe a great deal of gratitude to this list, and especially to Tony Parkes & Dan Pearl for their great warmth and willingness to share. Both have taken time to answer questions and/or sit and chat on the sidelines of a dance talking w/ me about

[Callers] April 7 Gig in RI: Caller Found

Hey all, Thanks for the rapid responses and interest. This list rocks. What a great community. warmest regards, Paul

[Callers] April 7 Sweet Gig Alert in RI: TIme Sensitive

Hey Everyone, I've had a request to do a 90 minute ONS in W. Greenwich RI on Sat. April 7. I would LOVE to do this gig, but I'm already booked. Basics are: approx. 25 beginning dancers, 40-60 y.o. Start time approximately 6 PM (TBD soon) *MUST* bring own recorded music.It may be a schlep,

Re: [Callers] Family dances

Chris, I highly recommend the Suites of May. It's a 3 part dance, but as long as you keep the general phrasing matched, no one seems to notice the dance doesn't always begin on the A-1 of the music. It is a surprisingly fun and exciting dance, compared to how it looks on paper. Keep lines to 6

Re: [Callers] ricochet or push-back hey - Tapsalteerie

Tina, This doesn't look like a Becket dance, but rather simply improper, based on what I'm reading. Seems for this to work, your partner has to start across the set from you. warmest regards, Paul > > Carlson TapsalteerieBecket contra, improper > Author

Re: [Callers] waltz mixers?

Chrissy, What a sweet question. Thanks. My favorite? The Wood Duck by Fried de Metz Herman. Even the contracentrics may cave into this ECD. Done w/ proper spacing, it is a thing of total beauty, to watch and to dance. It's easy to remember from a caller's view. It has a quality of very

[Callers] Jeff's Gypsy

tempo. It might work for a bit of a breather in a hot hall. As a friend pointed out, there's no physical connection during the gypsies, so a relaxed pace keeps people from sliding around. much love, Paul Wilde PS I think the dance is gender free as called above. Comments welcome.

Re: [Callers] Dance length

Meg, My personal opinion is that 7 couples is a good minimum number for a contra line. This gives 3 sets of hands 4 dancing all the time. 6 couples will leave you with 2 hands 4 and 2 couples out every other progression. Good luck, Paul Wilde