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Swing into February with Cat, Laurel, Meg, and David Smukler!
Mark your calendars for a night of music, movement, and community! Join us on Thursday, February 1, 2024, for a vibrant contradance featuring the delightful tunes of Catherine McCallen on fiddle, Laurel Sharp on winds, and Meg Grindrod on keyboard, guided by the expert calling of David Smukler.
🎶 Cat on fiddle – Cat’s fiddling will sweep you off your feet and onto the dance floor.
🎶 Laurel on winds – Laurel’s winds will create an enchanting atmosphere, perfect for an evening of dance.
🎶 Meg on keyboard – Meg’s keyboard skills will set the rhythm, making each step a joyous dance.
Caller David Smukler: David’s expert calling ensures a night of fun and engaging dances for all skill levels. Whether you’re a seasoned contradancer or a newcomer, David will guide you through the steps with joy and precision.
Sliding Scale Pricing: Our sliding scale ensures that everyone can join the dance! We suggest an average of $10 per person to support this well-attended and lively event.
No partner or experience is necessary – just bring your enthusiasm, and let’s fill the Rose Room with the joy of contradancing.
Come 15 minutes early if you would like a beginner focused workshop.
Members: It’s time to think about submitting scholarship applications for Pinewoods camp
Caller
David Smukler
I lead evenings of contras and squares, English country dances, family dances, school programs, and special events such as weddings, festivals, etc. I have also presented workshops on numerous dance related topics. My taste in dances is eclectic, and I tend to present a wide variety of dances when I call. My repertoire includes plenty of New England contras, as well as an assortment of squares, singing calls, mixers, old chestnuts and freshly minted dances. I have a special fondness for English country dances, and my English programs also blend old favorites with new gems.
Bands
Catherine, Laurel & Meg
Catherine Sloboda (violin), Laurel Sharp (many whistles & recorders & oboe), Meg Grindrod (concertina, piano)
Trillium
Catherine Sloboda (Fiddle), Laurel Sharp (Winds), Meg Grindrod (Keyboard)
Trillium is Meg on keyboard, Laurel on Winds, and Cat on Fiddle.