This is a long term project of mine: to teach and encourage what I call
“the physical therapist approved” way to Allemande. I don’t seem to be
making much progress so am delighted that others care about it, too.
On Fri, May 17, 2019 at 8:55 PM Martha Wild via Callers <
callers@lists.sharedweight.n
Linda Leslie wrote some really good ones. Do Si Three is always a big
hit when I call it for kids and parents (as well as at weddings and other
parties where most people have never danced.) She has many more.
http://lindalesliecaller.contracorner.com/dances/very-easy-dances.html
On Wed, May 1
I think that dancers are more open to mastering those basic skills in the
context of a workshop teaching flourishes.
On Sat, Apr 27, 2019 at 12:21 PM Jim Thaxter via Callers <
callers@lists.sharedweight.net> wrote:
> “More advanced” is a pretty vague term and could be interpreted in various
> way
This is terrific. Will you be posting this to any Contra groups on FB? If
not, would it be okay if I post to Triangle Country Dancers' page? I think
lots of people would enjoys seeing it.
On Mon, Apr 15, 2019 at 1:57 PM Luke Donforth via Callers <
callers@lists.sharedweight.net> wrote:
> I'd like
Do Si Three by Linda Leslie is another excellent dance for newbies. It has
progression and swings (I encourage elbow swings) and it doesn't matter a
bit where one ends up. It's always been a great success when I've called it.
On Fri, Mar 29, 2019 at 11:02 AM Rich Sbardella via Callers <
callers@li
Bill,
The dance is at the end of Emily’s email. Note that it is in “indecent”
formation and a little tricky. As was our dear George.
Bree
On Fri, Feb 22, 2019 at 11:15 AM Bill Olson via Callers <
callers@lists.sharedweight.net> wrote:
> Oh this is so sad.. "Suspenders George" was a good friend a
I composed this to have a fairly easy way to introduce diagonal moves to a
group that isn't familiar with them. I don’t usually write dances without a
N swing, but my attempts to include one haven’t gone well. Suggestions
welcome.
If it’s original, I’ll call it ChainChainChainImproper
A1 N do
Brilliant idea; I plan to use it, too.
Bree Kalb
Carrboro. NC
> On Nov 6, 2017 7:19 PM, "Rich Sbardella via Callers" <
> callers@lists.sharedweight.net> wrote:
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>> I had a Girl Scout Dance coming up Sunday and I was thinking how I would
>> get 150 six to n
I don’t have any additional suggestions but want to thank Maia for the
original post and appreciate all the replies. I think many of us identify
and it reassures me that I’m not the only one who has had to figure out how
to forgive my errors. I’ve found it especially helpful to notice the
mistakes
f you would like to be invited. We offer one every
few months--the next is August 26.
You can write to me directly or leave a message at the website if you want
more information or have comments/reactions.
Bree Kalb
Carrboro, NC
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A brand new baby contra band is eager to learn more. Is there a list like
this one for musicians?
Bree Kalb
Carrboro, NC
r dancers coming from out of town as
> well.
>
> Whether or not you can make it to NC, please keep Louie’s family,
> especially Robert and Thankful, in your thoughts.
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filled up, I'd
seriously consider doing this again. (Never did get to a local MWSD in the
area although a few of us thought we would.)
Bree Kalb
Carrboro, NC
On Sat, Mar 18, 2017 at 3:59 PM, Andy Shore via Callers <
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> I realize this post qua
gt; This mailing list is for callers and people who want to be callers for
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ight across by Right shoulder
> Women Do Si Do 1x
> B2
> Shadow swing
> Partner swing
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From: Linda Leslie
Sent: Mar 17, 2016 1:40 PM
To: Bree Kalb
Cc: "callers@lists.sharedweight.net"
Subject: Re: [Callers] Novelty & Gimmick Contras
Hi, Bree!That is a very novel way to get into a short wave Balance! and not al tall gimmicky, in
I wrote a dance that has a move I've not seen in a dance before. Although I'd rather not call it a gimmick. The 'reviews' so far have been good. There’s a video of Jack Mitchell
calling the dance here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eEp2vlYq1Nc&feature=youtu.be
This is My Brain on Buddha
a 12 count swing. Either option works I suppose. BobOn Fri, Mar 11, 2016 at 3:36 PM, Colin Hume via Callers <callers@lists.sharedweight.net> wrote:On Fri, 11 Mar 2016 08:27:19 -0500, Bree Kalb via Callers wrote:
> B1 Women allmd Left 1/2; Ptr Swg
Bree -
I like the dance, but I would
might
substitute a gypsy/roundabout/gyre/whatever-term-you-prefer for the N Dosido.
From: Bree Kalb via Callers
Sent: Friday, March 04, 2016 7:25 PM
To: Caller's discussion list
Subject: [Callers] Recognize this dance?
This emerged as I was driving home Wednesday night listening to a Latte
it and I
was merely remembering.
A 1 N DoSiDo; Swg
A 2 LLF&B; Pass thru to an ocean wave (women take left hands); Balance the
Wave
B1Women allmd Left 1/2; Ptr Swg
B2Circle L 3/4; Balance the ring, California Twirl
Thanks!
Bree Kalb
Carrboro NC
I've been undecided, and stayed out of this discussion. But this helps me make a decision. I have a lot of respect for Martha and Grant (and am addicted to their podcast), so I'm going to experiment with using a different term.I suspect the folk process will sort this out over time and that the mos
Linda Leslie wrote one of my favorite super easy fun dances for all ages: Do Si
Three.
When I looked for the link, I discovered that she has an entire website with
more easy dances she’s written:
http://www.lindalesliecaller.website/very-easy-dances.html
p.s. If someone brings a child under
Levi Jackson Rag is a favorite of mine but not all bands know the tune.-Original Message-
From: Donna Hunt via Callers
Sent: Nov 1, 2015 12:10 AM
To: call...@sharedweight.net
Subject: [Callers] dances in unusual formations
Hi
I'm doing a workshop on dances "outside the box
I think you've already received some good advice about how to respond to the offended dancer. You might want to let him/her know that almost every night has a dance with that move, sometimes with the same gender, sometimes with a different gender. A Facebook group about contra had a long, complex d
I have been calling this dance for years with the title Foxglove and the author
Tom Thoreau.
From: frannie via Callers
Sent: Sunday, September 13, 2015 1:39 PM
To: Maia McCormick
Cc: callers@lists.sharedweight.net
Subject: Re: [Callers] Does this dance exist? / Beginner dances with chain,
wi
ny advice for the preparation for that?
Thanks for any advice!
claire takemori
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Our main venue is air-conditioned and we also have large fans, but we
still get really hot and some dancers open the windows, thinking it will
help. It doesn't. One of our dancers suggested that keeping the
windows closed would cut down on in door humidity and prevent the stickiness. It
seems t
Hi Stephanie,The closest match I have for this is Ames Amble by George Lowrey--his dance is more complex. I have called many variations on George's dance, depending on the crowd; I suppose other callers have done the same. It's possible that you wrote down one of those variations?Ames Amble is in a
I think it's thrilling for the dancers if the last dance of the evening is
no-walk-thru. That's not always possible (i.e. a flock of brand new dancers
arrived at 10:00 PM and we already have lots of newcomers) but when it is, I
call something really easy (Nice Combination, Midwest Folklore, etc.
This feels like a good time to thank you, Chris, for setting up this list.
Although it makes for tedious reading at times, it's mostly a great asset with
good information and ideas. I don't comment much because someone usually says
what I would have, but I keep learning here.
Major Hey by Erik Hoffman. I think you can find it with a quick search; if
not, I'll write it out for you.
BTW, William, you wrote one of my favorite dances: Devil's Backbone. Thank
you!
-Original Message-
From: William Watson
Sent: Monday, December 02, 2013 3:27 AM
To: Caller's dis
this list. I've been calling for years, but
still find it educational.
Bree Kalb
Carrboro NC
ulder
Is this possibly going to show up in your program saturday? It's a
great dance and it's been a long time since I've gotten to dance it.
Jack
On 7/5/2013 12:22 PM, Bree Kalb wrote:
I apparently scribbled this on a card after dancing it, but never got the
name and author. I’m
to turn; men rejoin the star and all end up where they started
Repeat
A2 Hey for four (I assume women start by the Left?)
B1 Partner Bal and Swg
B2 Women chain, Left hand star
Thanks for even considering helping me out with this.
Bree Kalb
Carrboro, NC
dancers. I'm pretty sure that some
version of what you offered here will be part of the next dance I call.
Thanks!
Bree Kalb
Carrboro, NC
-Original Message-
From: barb kirchner
Sent: Monday, July 01, 2013 11:19 AM
To: Caller's discussion list
Subject: Re: [Callers] Caller
your thoughts.
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Sent: Sunday, May 12, 2013 2:50 PM
To: Caller's discussion list
Subject: Re: [Callers] 3-33-33 and The Hussey Bride
On Tue, May 07, 2013, Bree Kalb wrote:
I don't tell the band what tempo to use for most dances since it
might depend on the tune, but if it looks like the danc
uke.
I see you are calling here in June. We may have too many beginners for it,
but I would LOVE to dance Hussey Bride. I call it often, but other local
callers don't use it much.
Bree Kalb
Carrboro NC
-Original Message-
From: Rickey Holt
Sent: Tuesday, May 07, 2013 8:33 PM
To:
California Twirlin by Janet Levetin
You Can't Get Here from There by Carol Ormand
Hussy Bride by Bill Olson
-Original Message-
From: Mark Hillegonds
Sent: Tuesday, April 23, 2013 8:40 PM
To: Caller's discussion list
Cc: Caller's discussion list
Subject: Re: [Callers] High-energy dances
er to provide those two.
Thanks!
-- Alan
On 4/3/2013 6:00 AM, Bree Kalb wrote:
Dances that come to mind quickly are
Travels with Rick and Kim (chase ends with ptr swg) Shari Miller Johnson
Old Bob's Mixer (one of the best mixers ever written, in my opinion) Bob
Dalsemer
Hi Voltage Gyps
them on the web.
Bree Kalb
Carrboro, NC
-Original Message-
From: Alan Winston
Sent: Wednesday, April 03, 2013 6:18 AM
To: Caller's discussion list
Subject: [Callers] Suggestions for particularly flirty contra dances?
I'm supposed to do an hour of flirty contra dances at Que
Hey Tom,I don’t have your personal email, so hope you check this list often.
You posted this dance in January. I’m considering calling it soon and would
love to know if it has a name.Thanks,Bree KalbCarrboro, NCTom Wrote:I just
wrote a dance and wanted to know if it's unique. I'm pretty
sure
?
On Sun, Jan 27, 2013 at 5:05 PM, Bree Kalb wrote:
> Tom,
>
> Let us know when you name this dance. I like it and have already written
> in on a card; need only a title before I file it.
>
> Jane,
>
> I may be having a brain blip, but I don't see the progression in
Tom,
Let us know when you name this dance. I like it and have already written in
on a card; need only a title before I file it.
Jane,
I may be having a brain blip, but I don't see the progression in Mad
Masquerade and I can't find the dance with a web search.
Bree Kalb
C
I think it's enough to send the dance titles; most of us are able to do an
internet search for the details, then ask if they can't be found.
-Original Message-
From: Michael Fuerst
Sent: Friday, January 18, 2013 12:29 PM
To: Caller's discussion list
Subject: Re: [Callers] sharp corners
le dancers assume I'll happily
follow their lead and seem dismayed (even insulted) if I choose not to. This
sets up a dynamic of conflict rather than the friendly cooperation I
consider the soul of contra dancing.
Bree Kalb
Carrboro, NC
-Original Message-
From: Andrea Nettleton
The videos on this site may have too many flourishes for your needs, but I
think meets your other criteria. The website is also a really good example
of successful marketing to college students.
http://www.contradanceswithwolves.org/
Bree Kalb
-Original Message-
From: Leslie
Alan,
Your explanation is so reflective of my reasons and so vivid, I felt like I
was dancing with you. If we're ever in the same hall and that dance is on
the program.....
Bree Kalb
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Why I like it:
Whether I'm inactive or active, I like the music, I really like the way
th
3 that I am thrilled to dance and also get lots of thanks from dancers when
I call them are:
Chorus Jig
There Is No Way to Peace; Peace is the Way (Eric Hoffman)
The Devil's Backbone (William Watson)
Although they are not easy/simple dances, they all work well the 2nd half of
the night here in
#4 I recognize immediately as Sara's Journey by Gene Hubert.
Bree
-Original Message-
From: Maia McCormick
Sent: Friday, October 26, 2012 12:04 PM
To: Caller's discussion list
Subject: [Callers] Yet more mystery dances!
Since my last mystery dance question got answered in a flash:
ing a bit more suitable than a kitchen chair to
stand on while you call. Have a great time!
Bree Kalb
Carrboro, NC
On 10/19/2012 6:06 PM, Leslie Gotfrit wrote:
I am a new caller trying to log calling hours by hosting kitchen contra
parties (with live music, beer and food). Could anyone tell m
Bob Dalsemer has some good mixers here:
http://bobdalsemer.com/Bob_Dalsemers_Web_Pages/Other_Dances.html
‘Old Bob’s Mixer’ is one of my favorites but might be a bit more complex than
what you are looking for.
Please let us know what you call and how it goes.
Bree Kalb
Carrboro, NC
Thanks to Linda and Bob for confirming my assumption about Redbeard Reel; I
also appreciate Bob's historical note! Great dance, Bob.
Joy, I got Fruit Bunch from Diane a couple of years ago. Yes, it is a
Becket. The A part is correct. Here's the B:
B1 Take hands in a ring
Balance the ri
wave (Balance?) Pass thru along the set; with the next Mad
Robin while facing partner across
B2 Women pass Left; Partner swing.
Thanks,
Bree Kalb
Carrboro NC
I prefer one list that includes choreography. The list volume is not too heavy
here for my taste; I start using delete when a discussion is going on and
on.
Bree Kalb
Carrboro, NC
-Original Message-
>From: "Chris Weiler (home)"
>Sent: May 9, 2012 3:23 PM
&g
Very nice dance. Thanks for posting it here.
Bree Kalb
Carrboro
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ng to match my partner or neighbor.
Bree Kalb
-Original Message-
From: Colin Hume
Sent: Sunday, March 11, 2012 3:42 AM
To: Caller's discussion list
Subject: Re: [Callers] American with Style
On 11/03/2012 05:41, Read Weaver wrote:
I'd like to see the phrase "good contra dan
One night, when I arrived at our dance a few minutes before 8:00 , Robert
Cromartie
was calling a mixer. I don't recall what prevented the usual new comers
workshop, but I was told the mixer was in place of one. It
worked quite well and it was easy for people to jump in as they arrived.
A coup
David said this so much better than I can. I think mixers can be fun as a
dancer and I call them when I think they will add to the enjoyment and
cohesion of the group. I sometimes call in Charlottesville and think the
board is wise to try something new.
Bree Kalb
Carrboro, NC
-Original
That's a great dance, Jim. I collected it from Dick Bearman of Maryland who
called it in my area about 15 years ago. He calls it Balancing Act and I
have him as author on my much used dance card. It works very well as an easy
intro to 1/2 hey. Seems like several people were channeling the same d
Just to let you know: I'm on the fence about this. It's already going to be
a very busy weekend for me. I'd like to be kept in the loop, but I can't
commit now.
-Original Message-
From: Jack Mitchell
Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 3:17 PM
To: trianglecon...@yahoogroups.com ; fidd
hands.
Looking down from the ceiling, women are "o"; men are "x": oxxooxxo
This is a seriously fabulous dance. I like calling it best if the band has a
40 bar tune, but a band that can keep track of it's parts can repeat the B
part 3 times instead of 2.
Bree Kal
Might be Major Hey by Erik Hoffman. Here's a link to a previous discussion
and description on this list.
http://www.sharedweight.net/pipermail/callers/2007-December/001112.html
Bree Kalb
-Original Message-
From: Hanny Budnick
Sent: Monday, December 26, 2011 11:01 AM
To:
I started dancing in the Chapel Hill/Durham/Carrboro NC area in 1988. I
missed the newcomer class my first dance, but attended the classes several
times after that to feel more confident. All the dances in this area have a
pre dance lesson that are well attended by new folks as well as some lon
t the organizers pay attention and act. Our board
actually banned a guy from dancing because he was preying on teenage girls;
other dance organizers in the area followed suit.
Bree Kalb
Carrboro
What a lovely story, Jill. Although I'm a mental health professional I'm
often unsure how to include dancers with obvious problems. You've provided
an inspiration.
Bree Kalb
Carrboro NC
-Original Message-
From: jill allen
Sent: Wednesday, July 06, 2011 4
, an occasional lapse
is always forgiven graciously since we all make mistakes.
Bree Kalb
-Original Message-
>From: Chrissy Fowler
>
>Thanks Bill for bringing up this reminder of listserv courtesy!
>
Bree Kalb, LCSW
301 W. Weaver St.
Carrboro, NC 27510
919-932-
I was surprised to discover I didn't have this dance in my collection so
found it on line as well as Penn's explanation of the folk process that
created it. I'm sharing it here because I think it's such a neat story.
Author's Notes:
"Honor Among Thieves" underlines the borrowing or "stealing" t
es forward and back
>> 8Gents allem L 1?
>> A2. 4,12 Neighbor balance, & swing
>> B1. 8Ladies chain to partner
>> 8Pass thru across and turn R ? and single file promenade to next
>> couple
>> B2. 8Circle L
>&
This is how I've always taught/called this dance--partners allmd only one
time, spot your shadow and join them in a star left--and it works very well
for the reasons Richard mentioned.
Bree Kalb
Carrboro, NC
-Original Message-
From: Richard Green
Sent: Monday, January 31, 2011
re. Thanks
everyone.
Bree Kalb
Carrboro, NC
I get these emails as a digest.
I love the list and all the great ideas.
I don't love scrolling and scrolling and scrolling past previous emails.
So when you reply to a message please snip off everything but perhaps, a
portion of the one you are responding to.
Thanks,
Bree Kalb
Carrboro, NC
Thanks to everyone to replied to my query about insurance. I've considered it
off and on over the years; it probably made more sense when I was touring a
lot. I'll probably sign up any way.
Bree Kalb
Carrboro, NC
Regarding the Use of Email -- Please Note: Although I use a firew
Chris and others: can you say more about the reasons to have insurance? I've
considered it but never heard of a situation where it was needed.
Bree Kalb
Carrboro, NC
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profitable scam that comes in many
variations and fairly rational people fall for them.
Bree Kalb
Carrboro, NC
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