Details
Tonight’s band is Lake Effect Duo: Chuck Abell and Matt Sloboda. Our caller is Evan DeSmit.
Introduction to contra at 7:00, and the dance starts at 7:30.
Caller
Evan De Smitt
Evan has recently joined the ranks of callers here in Rochester. A seasoned marching band musician (saxophone), Evan has great timing, a lovely, clear, resonant voice, and he is very attentive to the dancers.
Band
Lake Effect
Matt Sloboda (fiddle), Chuck Abell (guitar)
For nearly five years, Lake Effect has been honing its sound while playing for dances and concerts both locally and in New England and along the Eastern Seaboard. Founded initially by Matt Sloboda and Chuck Abell, the band has grown to include Eastman Jazz graduates Grace Frarey and frequent collaborator Jack Courtright. With a shared vision that encompasses the best in folk, Celtic, swing, and World Music, the band has melded seamlessly into a unique and soulful ensemble which values both precision and musical variety.