Community Contra Dance in Williamstown
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WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — North Berkshire Community Dance returns to Williamstown on Saturday, Sept. 26, with a contra dance taught by caller Jeff Walker and New England-style fiddle music.
All are welcome. New dancers and families with children are encouraged to arrive early for an introductory lesson at 7:15. The dance will run from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. in the Community Hall of the First Congregational Church, 906 Main St., Williamstown.
Admission is pay-as-you-can, $12 - $20 suggested, and barter (especially help with cleanup) is also welcome.
According to a press release:
Contra dancing is a fun and living social tradition; some of the dances are hundreds of years old, some are recently composed. Jeff's hallmark clear instructions and infectious enthusiasm combine with the band's high-energy music to create an evening of dancing just right for the dancers on the floor - whoever they may be.
Kathy and Jeff Walker have been leading New England community folk dances for over 40 years.? Kathy plays fiddle and Jeff accompanies her on guitar and calls.?Their repertoire spans the Celtic world drawing tunes from Ireland, Scotland, Galicia, French Canada, Cape Breton, and Appalachia, and includes many kinds of dance music from fast, energetic jigs and reels to waltzes.
For more information, please visit www.NorthBerkshireDance.org
