Poughkeepsie Contra Dance
Date: April 16, 2005 (3rd Saturday)
Time:
Folk Dance 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Contra Dance 8:00 - 11:00 PM
Caller: Don Flaherty
Band: The Puddin' Head Wilsons: Dan Fram, guitar. Lloyd Graves, banjo-uke & bass. Danny Spur, banjo and Dan Thompson, fiddle.
Location: Arlington Reformed Church, corner Raymond
Ave and Route 44/55 East.
Prices:
Contra and Folk dance: $8
Just the Contra dance: $8
Just the Folk dance: $2
Contact: Ed, (845) 452-2483
Directions: Arlington Reformed Church
What is a contra dance?
A contra dance is a little like a square
dance, but more fun! The figures are the
same, for example, swing your partner, do-si-do,
but the arrangement of dancers is such that
you do not have to know the figures well
to do the dance. The music is traditional
New England folk music - jigs and reels, often with a jazzy twist.
A caller announces the figures as the dance progresses.
Beginners are very welcome at this dance.
We love beginners! It's a very welcoming
group, dress is very casual.