Details
COVID precautions in effect. You must bring (or have brought to a previous dance) proof of being fully vaxxed and boosted and must wear an effective mask, such as Kn95, or a cloth mask over a tightly fitted surgical mask. While it’s very rare, we occasionally have to cancel a dance on short notice. Check web site before you come. Sadly, no refreshments! Or any other maskless eating in the hall. Water fountains are turned off, so please bring your own water bottles.
Caller
Richard Sauvain
Richard is the founder of Rochester’s current English dance series. His clear and persistent vision, quietly developed with his elegant, urbane style, is singularly responsible for the strong English Country Dance program Rochester has today. Beloved by all, his calling is always a pleasure to dance to.
Band
Sister Haggis
Eileen Nicholson Kalfass - fiddle, Jane Knoeck - piano, accordion
Known as Sister Haggis, Eileen Kalfass and Jane Knoeck have been making music together for over 15 years. Bringing their wealth of experience to both Contra and English dance, Eileen’s lilting fiddle and Jane’s dynamic piano provide both high energy and exceptional musicality to the dance floor. Their repertoire features both traditional and modern tunes and draws from a number of musical traditions. Together, and with other ensembles including the Groovemongers and Continental Drift and New Brew, they have travelled the US, Canada, the Caribbean and Europe, playing for numerous dance weeks, camps and festivals.