| Event | Caller | Band | Details | More Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2, 2020 english First Rochester |
Dan Seppeler | Serendipity | Dan and Serendipity performing for our dancing pleasure once again! The break refreshment theme is Halftime Snacks, to go along with a certain other big event that happens that day. | More info |
| Jan 30, 2020 contra Covenant |
Hans Krackau | Open Band | Special Guest Caller from Germany: Hans Krakau will join our Open Band for your dancing pleasure! | More info |
| Jan 26, 2020 english First Rochester |
Colleen Liggett | Dames Rocket | Colleen's many years of experience as a musician give her a unique perspective on calling. Music by an ensemble featuring violin, oboe, a variety of wind instruments, piano, and (if we're lucky) concertina! | More info |
| Jan 26, 2020 demo-team First Rochester |
Lisa Brown | TBA | Rehearsal for the Meryton Assembly - our English Country dance Performance Group. Please contact Lisa Brown if you're interested in participating. | More info |
| Jan 23, 2020 contra Covenant |
Nancy Spero | Sister Haggis | Sister Haggis will entertain us with their vast repertoire of contra tunes | More info |
| Jan 19, 2020 english First Rochester |
Dan Seppeler, Richard Sauvain | Serendipity | Our annual Favorites Night! A program of dances selected by a year's worth of voting by our local dancers. Two callers for variety, and two excellent musicians who play here often and make music SO well together. | More info |
| Jan 16, 2020 contra Covenant |
Bob Nicholson | Arugula | Spicy Contra Music by Arugula, Calling by Bob Nicholson. | More info |
| Jan 12, 2020 meeting First Rochester |
Pat Donaldson | English Planning Committee | Planning for upcoming English events | More info |
| Jan 12, 2020 english First Rochester |
Carmen Giunta | Molly, Mark & Chris | Our caller (who also writes dances) has a talent for choosing material that we like. Our band has been producing lively music for years, and is actually considering acquiring a name. Refreshment theme is Cupcakes! | More info |
| Jan 9, 2020 contra Covenant |
Casey Carr | Daphne, Audrey and Tom | Daphne Pickens, Audrey Potter and Tom Santarsiero join forces to bring us Great Contra Music! | More info |
| Jan 5, 2020 meeting First Rochester |
Dave Boyer | CDR Board | All CDR planning meetings are open to the public. See the details for the exciting full agenda. | More info |
| Jan 5, 2020 english First Rochester |
Megan Wilson | Sister Haggis | Start the new year right! Come enjoy the music of a much beloved violin / piano duo that really knows how to inspire dancers to new heights. Plus we'll have a talented visiting caller from Ann Arbor. | More info |
| Jan 4, 2020 meeting Margaret Mathews |
Margaret Mathews | Contra Planning Committee | The Contra Planning Committee is open to everyone! | More info |
| Jan 2, 2020 contra Covenant |
Louise Siddons | Tim Ball and John Wobus | Our Guest Caller tonight is Louise Siddons, from Stillwater, Oklahoma. with energetic traditional dance music from two of upstate NY's favorites; Tim Ball and John Wobus. | More info |
| Dec 28, 2019 english First Rochester |
David Smukler | Serendipity Plus | Turning of the Year Ball, an elegant English dance to celebrate the old year and welcome in the new, in a beautifully decorated hall. 6 PM start. Dressy attire suggested. Pay at the door ($25 / $15); great refreshments! | More info |
| Dec 26, 2019 contra Covenant |
Evan De Smitt | The Bobbens | Last Thursday Night Contradance of 2019 Band is the Bobbens, Caller is Evan DeSmitt | More info |
| Dec 19, 2019 contra Covenant |
Chuck Abell | New Brew | Chuck Abell calling, New Brew providing music | More info |
| Dec 15, 2019 english First Rochester |
Richard Sauvain | Alyssa, Austin & Jane | Expect stirring music from a versatile violinist, an Eastman grad student in guitar performance, and our favorite local pianist -- and a program of dances to delight you. Cookie Night! No dance on Dec. 22. | More info |
| Dec 12, 2019 contra Covenant |
Casey Carr | Lake Effect | Casey Carr and Lake Effect! | More info |
| Dec 8, 2019 english Covenant |
Colleen Liggett, Richard Sauvain, Dan Seppeler | Spindrift | Held at our usual contra dance venue, this evening of contra friendly English dancing features music by a hot band with violin, guitar, trombone & sax, and a program of fun, active dances. | More info |
| Dec 7, 2019 meeting Margaret Mathews |
Margaret Mathews | Contra Planning Committee | The Contra Planning Committee is open to everyone! | More info |
| Dec 5, 2019 contra Covenant |
Margaret Mathews | Blue Dance | BLUE DANCE is back! with Margaret Mathews | More info |
| Dec 1, 2019 english First Rochester |
Judy Greenhill | Relative Harmony | Real professionals in the dance and music world, our Guelph-based performers are becoming regular visitors. Judy often favors a program of familiar dances, and the music will be energizing! Note: dance is 2 PM - 5 PM. | More info |
| Dec 1, 2019 meeting First Rochester |
Pat Donaldson | English Planning Committee | Meeting to schedule volunteers for TOTY | More info |
| Nov 29 - Nov 30, 2019 special-event Salem |
Steve Zakon-Anderson, Katy Heine | Polaris, Center Street | A fine weekend of great Contra and English Contry dancing. Keep up with the details by clicking here. | More info |
| Nov 28, 2019 contra |
No Dance! Feast with Family and Friends, then dance at our Thanksgiving Weekend! | More info | ||
| Nov 24, 2019 english First Rochester |
Colleen Liggett | Molly, Mark & Chris | Molly's dynamic fiddling, Mark's strong flute and Chris' solid accompaniment produce music that just makes you want to dance! Showing a talent for finding new and interesting dances, Colleen comes up with some good ones. | More info |
| Nov 21, 2019 contra Covenant |
Bob Isaacs | Spindrift | Bob Isaacs calling to Spindrift | More info |
| Nov 17, 2019 english First Rochester |
Carmen Giunta | Sister Haggis | Much in demand, Jane & Eileen blend expert musicianship with long experience. Carmen visits often from Syracuse with his patient teaching and carefully chosen dance programs. It's Ethnic dessert night too! | More info |
| Nov 16, 2019 meeting Margaret Mathews |
Margaret Mathews | Contra Planning Committee | The Contra Planning Committee is open to everyone! | More info |
| Nov 14, 2019 contra Covenant |
Nancy Spero | New Brew | Nancy Spero will be calling, New Brew will be playing | More info |
| Nov 10, 2019 english First Rochester |
Dan Seppeler | Serendipity | Barb, Laurie & Dan work smoothly together (from long experience) to bring you a variety of enjoyable dances and superb music! | More info |
| Nov 9, 2019 demo-team Calvary St Andrews |
Part of the Rochester Early Music Festival - a demonstration of Early Baroque dancing and English country dancing with some audience participation | More info | ||
| Nov 7, 2019 contra Covenant |
Bob Nicholson | Eileen Kalfass and Harvey Nusbaum | Tonight Bob Nicholson will be calling, Eileen Kalfass and Harvey will be playing | More info |
| Nov 3, 2019 english First Rochester |
Richard Sauvain | Eileen, Jane & Roberta | Eileen & Jane of the wildly popular Sister Haggis are joined for this dance by the talented pianist Robert Truscello for an even richer sound. Richard's programs show a careful balance of easy and challenging dances. | More info |
| Oct 31, 2019 contra Covenant |
Open Band | Open Band Halloween Dance | More info | |
| Oct 26, 2019 english First Rochester |
Pamela Goddard | Sister Haggis | Our popular Saturday night Halloween-themed Masquerade Ball. Spooky decorations, enchanting refreshments, masks and costumes admired but not required! $25, $15 students/low income; pay at the door. No dance the 27th! | More info |
| Oct 24, 2019 contra Covenant |
Alex Deis-Lauby | Tim Ball & Jane Knoeck | Alex Deis Lauby will be calling to Tim and Jane | More info |
| Oct 22, 2019 meeting |
Dave Boyer | CDR Board | The CDR Board meets quarterly to coordinate major activities and share information. All meetings are free and open to the public. | More info |
| Oct 20, 2019 english First Rochester |
David Smukler | Dames Rocket | Apple Dessert Night! Pie, Crumble, Brown Betty - so many wonderful options! | More info |
| Oct 17, 2019 contra Covenant |
Chuck Abell | DJ Chuckabell | Special Treat, DJ Luminous (Chuck Abell) will be calling this evening of TECHNO Contra | More info |
| Oct 13, 2019 meeting First Rochester |
Pat Donaldson | English Planning Committee | There will be a brief meeting during refreshments to make sure the annual Masquerade Ball is a success. | More info |
| Oct 13, 2019 english First Rochester |
Dan Seppeler | Serendipity | Dan always calls interesting dances, and is accompanied this time by the magical playing of Serendipity | More info |
| Oct 12, 2019 meeting Bob Fabinski's house |
Margaret Mathews | Contra Planning Committee | The Contra Planning Committee is open to everyone! | More info |
| Oct 10, 2019 contra Covenant |
Sarah VanNorstrand | Jesse Ball and Everest Witman | Sarah VanNorstrand calling to music by Jesse Ball and Everest Witman | More info |
| Oct 6, 2019 english First Rochester |
Katy Heine | Amity | Details TBA | More info |
| Oct 3, 2019 contra Covenant |
Craig Saunders | Arugula | Toronto's Craig Saunders calling to sharp, tasty green music from Arugula. | More info |
| Sep 29, 2019 contra |
Dan Seppeler, Bob Fabinski | Molly Jaynes Wilson | Dedication of the memorial bench in honor of Tom Bannister. | More info |
| Sep 28, 2019 english First Rochester |
Dan Seppeler | Molly & Chris | What? English dancing on Saturday? Yes, we do this sometimes in months with 5 Sundays. Energizing dance music on violin & piano, and an energetic caller too! And no getting up for work early next day. | More info |
| Sep 26, 2019 contra |
Katy Heine | New Brew | New Brew | More info |
| Sep 22, 2019 english First Rochester |
Colleen Liggett | Alyssa, Austin & Jane | Expect great music tonight from a versatile fiddler, a sophisticated guitarist, and an oh-so-experienced pianist. What with calling by our very own English dance booker, it should be a fun night. | More info |
| Sep 21, 2019 meeting Margaret Mathews |
Margaret Mathews | Contra Planning Committee | The Contra Planning Committee is open to everyone! | More info |
| Sep 19, 2019 contra |
Bob Nicholson | Over and Under | Over and Under | More info |
| Sep 15, 2019 english First Rochester |
Dan Seppeler | Serendipity | Savory Snack night at the English dance, and Dan has hinted that we may continue learning the enticing dance Tango in Toronto. In any case, Barb & Laurie can be counted on for thrilling dance music. | More info |
| Sep 12, 2019 contra Covenant |
Margaret Mathews | Esteemed Clams | Esteemed Clams will be playing | More info |
| Sep 8, 2019 english First Rochester |
Richard Sauvain | Molly, Mark & Chris | Live music is a big attraction at our dances, and tonight's violin, flute & piano trio does a fine job with it. Richard draws on his decades of calling experience to come up with an appealing mix of dances. | More info |
| Sep 5, 2019 contra Covenant |
Nancy Spero | Atlantic Crossing | Nancy Spero calling to Atlantic Crossing | More info |
| Sep 1, 2019 english First Rochester |
David Smukler | Laurel, Henry & Pat | Fill out your Labor Day weekend dancing to an all-Syracuse lineup of performers. David's efficient and effective teaching and calling makes for a fun evening. | More info |
| Sep 1, 2019 english First Rochester |
Leslie Phillips | Recorded Music | Join us before Sunday’s dance for a free in-depth beginner lesson. This class will cover the basics of English Country dancing, with enough time to learn some common figures, practice them, and dance them in real dances. | More info |
| Aug 29, 2019 contra Covenant |
Bob Nicholson | Open Band | Open Band Night! | More info |
| Aug 24, 2019 english First Rochester |
Lisa Brown, Richard Sauvain | Molly, Ben, Ben & Jane | Our annual Netherfield Ball introduces novices to English country dancing. Lisa Brown and Richard Sauvain, will teach you to enjoy dances from Jane Austen’s time. 2 - 6 PM, elegant refreshments. $10 | More info |
| Aug 22, 2019 contra Covenant |
Margaret Mathews | Birch Trio | Margaret Mathews calling to Birch Trio | More info |
| Aug 18, 2019 english First Rochester |
Dan Seppeler | Serendipity | Dan's inventive and lively calling and Barb & Laurie's heartwarming renditions of those great dance tunes grace our annual Ice Cream Sundae night at the Rochester English dance. Come and indulge! | More info |
| Aug 17, 2019 special-event Rita's |
Ice cream fundraiser for CDR at Rita's Italian Ice & Custard. | More info | ||
| Aug 17, 2019 special-event |
Gather at Emily's house to work on building the quilt we'll raffle off at Thanksgiving. | More info | ||
| Aug 15, 2019 contra Bruce Academy |
Bob Fabinski | Confluence | NOTE ALTERNATE VENUE: Bruce Academy of Music Mother Daughter Duo Barb Dyskant and Nadine Dyskant-Miller will be playing, Bob Fabinski will be calling. | More info |
| Aug 11, 2019 english First Rochester |
Pamela Goddard | Arugula | Enjoy strong and intelligent calling from a long-time Ithaca caller, and music on flute, violin, piano & bass from the versatile band Arugula, who has played for CDR contra and English dances for many years. | More info |
| Aug 8, 2019 contra Covenant |
Maxine McDonald, Colleen Liggett | The Bobbens | The Bobbens, and Maxine McDonald and Colleen Liggett | More info |
| Aug 4, 2019 meeting First Rochester |
Quarterly Board of Directors meeting. All members welcome. | More info | ||
| Aug 4, 2019 english First Rochester |
Colleen Liggett | Dames Rocket | Rich music on winds, oboe, concertina & piano by two well known local musicians, plus a fiddle player crossing over from the Irish music world! Colleen likes to include some dances that are new-to-us when she calls. | More info |
| Aug 1, 2019 contra Covenant |
Pamela Goddard | Arugula | Tonight we have Pam Goddard calling to the music of Arugula. | More info |
| Jul 28, 2019 english First Rochester |
Richard Sauvain | Eileen Kalfass and John Wobus | Eileen and John are long time musical collaborators; they always give us great music to dance to. Richard mixes easy accessible dances with those that are challenging but rewarding. | More info |
| Jul 25, 2019 contra |
Casey Carr | New Brew | Casey Carr calling to the music of New Brew. | More info |
| Jul 21, 2019 english First Rochester |
Carmen Giunta | Molly, Mark & Chris | Our dancers appreciate Carmen's kind and patient teaching manner and great dance choices. Molly's prize winning violin playing, Mark's strong flute melodies, and Chris' expert piano are additional attractions! | More info |
| Jul 18, 2019 contra Covenant |
Bob Nicholson | Colton Robbins | Bob Nicholson calling to the music of the talented Colton Robbins! | More info |
| Jul 14, 2019 english First Rochester |
Jenny Beer | Eileen, Jane & Roberta | Fruit night! Enjoy a lively and well known caller & dance composer from Philadelphia, and three absolutely wonderful musicians. Get to know Jenny at an informal bring-your-own picnic beforehand, at 5 PM. | More info |
| Jul 11, 2019 contra Covenant |
Katy Heine | Groove Effect | Katy Heine will be calling to the music of Groove Effect | More info |
| Jul 7, 2019 english First Rochester |
Dan Seppeler | Serendipity | Continue your holiday celebrations with an evening of country dances both lively and dreamy, with Dan's inventive and lively calling and Barb & Laurie's always beautiful renditions of those great dance tunes. | More info |
| Jul 4, 2019 contra |
No Dance tonight | More info | ||
| Jun 27, 2019 contra Covenant |
Margaret Mathews | Northside String Band | Ithaca music tonight! Northside String BandMargaret Mathews calling. | More info |
| Jun 23, 2019 english First Rochester |
Colleen Liggett | Sister Haggis | Crowds often break out into spontaneous applause when Sister Haggis plays a bit of the tune to help dancers get the mood of the dance. They're that good! Colleen brings us a fresh perspective on calling. No dance 6/30! | More info |
| Jun 20, 2019 contra Covenant |
Chuck Abell | New Brew | Chuck Abell will call to music of New Brew! | More info |
| Jun 16, 2019 english First Rochester |
David Smukler | Laurel, Meg & Chris | Skilled teaching of the dances and music by a new combination - Laurel on winds and oboe, Chris on piano, and Meg on concertina - will grace the year's most popular break theme night: Strawberry Shortcake! | More info |
| Jun 16, 2019 contra Brighton Market |
Margaret Mathews | Wild Root String Band | Dance at the Brighton Farm Market to show off how much fun we have dancing Contra. | More info |
| Jun 15, 2019 meeting Margaret Mathews |
Margaret Mathews | Contra Planning Committee | The Contra Planning Committee is open to everyone! | More info |
| Jun 13, 2019 contra Covenant |
Evan De Smitt, Maxine McDonald | Eileen and Chuck | Maxine McDonald and Evan DeSmit will be sharing the mic tonight. The music will be two exceptional musicians, Eileen Kalfass and Chuck Abell. | More info |
| Jun 9, 2019 english First Rochester |
Colin Hume | Calliope | Don't miss this rare opportunity to experience excellent teaching with British flair from one of the great dance composers of our time, traveling with a terrific band. | More info |
| Jun 6, 2019 contra Covenant |
Nancy Spero | Eileen Kalfass and John Wobus | Nancy Spero calling with Eileen Kalfass and John Wobus | More info |
| Jun 2, 2019 english First Rochester |
4:30 - 5:30 PM: Meeting with CDR Executive committee and any interested CDR members, in the library at First Baptist; 5:30 - 6:30 potluck for as many as will in Hubbell Hall. | More info | ||
| Jun 2, 2019 english First Rochester |
Gaye Fifer | Serendipity | Gaye has been calling dance weekends and teaching waltz workshops for many years -- her pleasant style and graceful teaching put dancers at ease. There will be a potluck dinner before the dance starting at 5:30. | More info |
| Jun 1 - Jun 2, 2019 contra First Rochester |
Gaye Fifer | Birch Trio, Serendipity | Waltz workshop, potluck dinners, contra dance, ECD with Gaye Fifer calling. | More info |
| May 30, 2019 contra Covenant |
David Smukler | Open Band | David Smukler calling to the music of Rochester's fabulous Open Band | More info |
| May 26, 2019 english First Rochester |
Pamela Goddard | Crooked Sixpence | A thoughtful and witty caller (excellent at hints for dancing well), and a lively violin/flute/piano trio (all performers imported from Ithaca for the occasion). Enjoy dancing with friends on Memorial Day weekend. | More info |
| May 23, 2019 contra Covenant |
Bob Fabinski | The Bobbens | The band is the Bobbens and the caller is Bob Fabinski | More info |
| May 19, 2019 english First Rochester |
Dan Seppeler, Richard Sauvain | Serendipity | Favorites Night rescheduled! A program of dances that our dance group ranked highly in 2018. Two callers, fine music, and dances you will almost certainly enjoy. By unrelated coincidence, it's also Cheese Night. | More info |
| May 18, 2019 meeting Margaret Mathews |
Margaret Mathews | Contra Planning Committee | The May Contra Planning Meeting is cancelled. The next meeting is Saturday, June 15. | More info |
| May 16, 2019 contra Covenant |
Katy Heine | Kingfisher | Kingfisher is Cecilia Vacanti and Jeff Kaufman. They are touring WNY in mid-May. | More info |
| May 12, 2019 english First Rochester |
Carmen Giunta | Eileen, Laurie & Jane | A popular caller with great taste in dances plus the much in demand Eileen and Jane, joined by the fine flutist from Serendipity. This dance is FREE in honor of Padraic's birthday; potluck beforehand at 5:30! | More info |
| May 9, 2019 contra Covenant |
Bob Nicholson | Lake Effect | Bob Nicholson and Lake Effect | More info |
| May 4, 2019 english |
Cavalcade of regional callers | Elegant Echoes | The experienced dance on Jane Austen Ball weekend is open to all dancers thoroughly familiar with English dancing, whether or not they are registered for the Ball. Great music, and a whole team of callers! $20. | More info |