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 Our approach
Country dances - social
dances from all historical periods and social classes
The country dance
are essentially
figure dances done by couples (who sometimes change partners during the
dance) in various formations: long lines, squares, rounds etc. Once the
figures have been learned, various steps can be taught or the dancers can
be left do their own thing.
There can either be an emphasis on the
historical techniques of the dances or modern ways of doing them.
Figures and steps can be combined to create new dances or even mixed with
other styles of dancing, there is much scope for creativity. Develops
spatial and social awareness.
You may have been to a Barn Dance (or "Ceilidh", to give it a
Celtic flavour), an evening of various country dances (of
English, Scottish, American or other origin) with a caller and band, the
emphasis very much on having fun and socialising.
Developing from the
original social dance of Tudor England and enjoyed by all walks of life
from the 16th to the 21st century. Still as much fun now as ever.
For all ages and abilities. |
