Past Events

Event Caller Band Details More Info
Jul 20, 2017
contra
Covenant
Bob Nicholson Happy Contra music this week with Knives & Forks. Calling by Bob Nicholson, a frequent visitor from Syracuse. More info
Jul 16, 2017
english
Brighton
Carmen Giunta Sister Haggis Another great musician lineup: violin, winds and piano played by three skilled, experienced musicians. Carmen will lead us in an enjoyable, satisfying program of dances, often including one of two of his own composition More info
Jul 13, 2017
contra
Covenant
Rich Sbardella New Brew WNY favorites, New Brew has a great time powering fun dances. Rich Sbardella is visiting this week with the latest dances from Connecticut. More info
Jul 9, 2017
english
First Rochester
Richard Sauvain Peregrine Road Two seasoned musicians provide an exhilarating dance experience infused with energy and variety. Soak up sounds beautifully matched to dances chosen by our own beloved Richard Sauvain. More info
Jul 7, 2017
contra
Covenant
Bob Fabinski Arugula Ring in July with Arugula! More info
Jul 2, 2017
english
First Rochester
Dan Seppeler Serendipity Dan, Barb & Laurie return! More info
Jun 29, 2017
contra
Covenant
Maxine McDonald Open Band Bring your instrument and join in the fun playing for the dance from the stage. Music selected and provided by Eric Rounds. Copies available online and at the dance. Dances will be called and taught by Maxine McDonald. More info
Jun 25, 2017
english
Dan Seppeler Serendipity Come enjoy perfectly wonderful music on flute and piano from expert musicians Laurie & Barb and enthusiastic calling from Dan. More info
Jun 22, 2017
contra
Covenant
Margaret Mathews Blue Dance Come Contra to the big band sound of Blue Dance with Margaret Mathews! Singing contras with our most musical caller and the best hits of the '80's and '90's adapted to one of our favorite dance forms. More info
Jun 18, 2017
english
First Rochester
In addition to fine music and expert calling, we will feast on just-picked strawberries, homemade shortcakes & real whipped cream. More info
Jun 15, 2017
contra
Covenant
Sherry Nevins Ginger Majority We have a great treat for this week. Sherry Nevins from Oregon is calling for us, and Casey Murray, Daphne Pickens, Liza Sommers, and Audrey Potter are back with that High Energy Fiddle and Cello dance music. More info
Jun 11, 2017
english
First Rochester
Carmen Giunta Oboe, whistles, and piano bring delightful colors to the music tonight. Good dances patiently taught. More info
Jun 8, 2017
contra
Covenant
Chuck Abell Crooked Sixpence The band is a trio comprised of fiddler Kathy Selby, flutist Gordon Bonnet and pianist John Wobus. These talented folks will provide lively music to go with Chuck's inventive dances. More info
Jun 4, 2017
english
First Rochester
Richard Sauvain Sister Haggis Eileen and Jane put such passion into their music, and dancers love it because their subtle use of phrasing and intensity encourages beautiful dancing. Richard’s programs balance new material with old favorites. More info
Jun 1, 2017
contra
Tom Calwell and Myra Hirschberg Sister Haggis A pair of musicians and a pair of callers tonight. Eileen on fiddle and Jane on keyboard and accordion, are familiar to Rochesterians but also well known traveling musicians. Tom and Myra hail from Canada. More info
May 28, 2017
english
First Rochester
Pamela Goddard Chopped Arugula Arugula players Silvia (flute), Mark (piano), and Fred (bass) are joined by a guest fiddler to play music for our dancing pleasure. Pamela’s clear teaching and engaging style make her very popular with our dance group. More info
May 25, 2017
contra
Covenant
Maxine McDonald Glenrose Maxine McDonald is known for her perfectly timed calling and her well-chosen dances. Joining her on stage tonight is Glenrose, musicians from the Sloboda family of North Rose. More info
May 18, 2017
contra
Covenant
Chuck Abell Fried Oatmeal Fried Oatmeal is a Buffalo staple! Chuck Abell is one of our own. More info