Details
We schedule an Open Band night on fifth Thursdays to provide an opportunity for all instrumentalists to play for our contra dance. Eric Rounds is the usual leader of the band and all tunes for Open Band nights are available online with hard copies provided at the dance. Find out more about how Open Band nights are structured. Come join the band!
Caller
Bob Nicholson
Bob is a veteran caller from Syracuse. He’s totally focussed on fun, accessible dances. His dance repertoire is deep and his memory is amazing. A versatile caller, Bob handles both Contra and English Country dances with ease, and events from advanced to weddings to introductory workshops.
Band
Open Band
Eric Rounds, fiddle, leader, Mark Henry, piano
Founded by Eric Rounds, open band nights in Rochester are now led by Daphne Pickens and Jane Knoeck. Like Eric, Jane has been an enthusiastic member of the Rochester traditional music community for many years. Daphne has grown up in the tradition and is on the faculty at the Kanack School of Music. We continue to use Eric’s original, great repertoire. Printed music is available at the dance, and you can pick up a copy online.