Greetings!
Join us this Saturday, March 7, from 8–11 p.m. in the Keith House Community Room for a contra & square dance called by
Anne Marie Walter
, with music by
The Dog Branch Cats
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Admission is $7 for adults, $5 for ages 10-18, and a youth under 10 is free.
Beginners of all ages are welcome. Come as a single or couple. If you arrive at 8, you’ll get started with basic dancing tips and instruction.
Anne Marie Walter calls regularly in the Asheville area. She has a particular appreciation for energetic dances that flow. Whether the dance requires a bit of thinking or allows you to turn off your brain and just move to the music. She sees much of her job as becoming invisible, selecting the right dances that allow the band to shine. Accomplished in both Contra and English Country dances, she also enjoys the kind of community dances that appeal to families.
The Dog Branch Cats were formed in 1992 with Bob Dalsemer and Jan Davidson, fiddles, Martha Owen, banjo and David Liden, guitar, Geraud Barralon on bass and Annie Fain Barralon on banjo uke. They play lots of danceable old time tunes along with some lively New England and Celtic reels.
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Upcoming Community Dances
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March 7
Anne Marie Walter with
the
Dog Branch Cats
March 21
Janet Shepherd with Laura Light & Mick Kinney
April 4
Seth Tepfer with
ContraForce
April 18
Scott Russell with Windmill
May 2
Clinton Ross with Mick Kinney & the Hickhoppers
May 16
Phil Jamison with Frank & Allie Lee
June 13
Bob Dalsemer with Blue Eyed Girl
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Contra & square dances are on Saturdays, from 8–11 p.m. in the Keith House Community Room.
Adults: $7, Ages 10-18: $5, Under 10: Free
Beginners of all ages are welcome. Come as a single or couple. If you arrive at 8, you’ll get started with basic dancing tips and instruction.
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March 28
April 25
May 23
June 27
July 25
August 15
September 19
October 10
November 14
No December Dance
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English Country Dances are on Saturdays, from 7:30–10 p.m. in the Keith House Community Room. General admission is $7. The dances are called by
Carl Dreher
&
Bob Dalsemer
, and the music is provided by
Margie McDonald
on violin &
Gretchen Mims
on piano.
The first half of the evening consists of easy dances suitable for everyone, and all the figures are taught. If you are a beginner and want to learn what English Country dancing is all about, be sure to come to the first half. The second half includes slightly more challenging dances for those with more dance experience.
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Tuesday Night Beginner Dance
We offer a free introduction to contra, square, and circle dances to live music. Join us almost every Tuesday night from 7-8 p.m. in the Keith House Community Room. Check
our homepage
for the current weekly schedule. Beginners, couples, and singles are welcome. Please arrive promptly at 7 p.m.
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March 27–29 •
Annie Fain Barralon
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Does listening to lively old-time music make you want to jump out of your seat and dance? It only takes knowing a few steps to dance to your heart's content, and that's exactly what you'll be doing during this weekend of Appalachian-style, percussive dance. Have a great time learning a variety of basic steps and short routines to live music.
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April 24–26 • Kalia Kliban
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Experience the joy of English country dancing from the "Playford" dances of the 17th and 18th centuries to the village dances collected during the 20th century, as well as many inventive contemporary dances in English style by choreographers from England, America, and Europe. All dancing will be to glorious live music by Bare Necessities (Earl Gaddis, Mary Lea, Kate Barnes, & Jacqueline Schwab). Previous English Country Dance experience is required.
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May 17–23 • Aubrey Atwater
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Delve into the wonders of traditional Appalachian dance, singing, and music. As a group, experience flatfooting and freestyle clogging steps, as well as traditional play-party games and dances geared to young people and older adults (wonderful for educators). We'll learn and sing beautiful and joyous traditional Appalachian songs and ballads as a means to explore the remarkable cultural history and heritage of the region. As time and access allow, try Appalachian instruments, too, such as the mountain dulcimer, limberjack, and banjo. All levels welcome.
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This workshop for beginning to intermediate callers offers a supportive environment designed to help students discover their strengths and explore new ideas. We will cover such topics as teaching techniques, recognizing good choreography, planning a program, leading effective walk-throughs, improving performance presence & vocal skills, and working with musicians.
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September 11–13 •
Kari Sickenberger
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Do you enjoy classic Country Western music and Honky Tonk? Want to learn to dance the two-step or gain techniques to improve your style? This class will offer enjoyable lessons on basic two-step, as well as several types of turns and tricks. Don your dancing boots (or shoes) and prepare to have fun kickin' up your heels to live music! Some physical fitness is required, but a partner is not.
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November 20–22 •
Bob Dalsemer & Charlotte Crittenden
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Join in the friendly fun of contra dancing and discover why so many people are enjoying this modern form of a centuries-old dance tradition. Contra dancing involves groups of couples in two long lines. After learning basic moves with expert instruction, you'll be ready to participate in the Saturday night community dance.
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December 26–January 1 •
Diane Silver & David Millstone (More TBA)
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Ring in the New Year at the Folk School! This popular year-end traditional dance and music celebration will feature American contras & squares and English country dancing with glorious live music, along with rapper and long-sword dance workshops, group singing, jam sessions, and more. Participants should have contra dance and/or English country dance experience.
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Current Catalog
If you are not already on our mailing list,
please complete our online form.
To register for a class, please call 1-800-365-5724. One of our friendly office staff members will be pleased to assist. You can also view the current
eCatalog
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Scholarships
Scholarships provide support to students who would have difficulty attending without financial assistance. Scholarships include partial or full coverage for tuition, housing, and meals. Applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
Online scholarship applications and more info can be found
on our website
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Standby Tuition for Locals & K-12 Teachers
Our Standby Program offers 50% off full tuition on a space available, standby basis. The program is open to both part- and full-time local residents and currently employed K-12 teachers with a valid teacher identification card.
Learn more about the Standby Program on our website
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See you soon on the dance floor!
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John C. Campbell Folk School
One Folk School Road
Brasstown, NC 28902
1-800.FOLK.SCH (365.5724)
828-837-2775
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