Details
Our caller is known for his clear, confident calling, his youthful energy, and his ability to teach dances that are challenging but rewarding. There will be a prep session starting at 6:10 for anyone who’d like a bit of practice before the dance starts. Our musicians tonight are simply two of the best, so we’ll have thrilling, makes-you-wanna-dance-well music too. No dance on July 29!
Caller
Dan Blim
Dan is a relatively young caller (as well as a superb dancer) with a Ph.D. in Musicology and over a decade of calling experience, including being staff caller at the CDSS dance week at Camp Cavell in 2017 and several appearances in Rochester in the 2017 – 2018 time period. He’s known for his efficient teaching, enthusiasm, and broad repertoire.
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.