welcome to the Brattleboro dance!
The Brattleboro contra dance is a twice monthly dance party featuring fantastic live music, excellent calling, and a lively group of friendly dancers. We feature talented performers from Brattleboro and the surrounding areas, where we are fortunate to live amongst some of the best dance musicians and callers in the country. We welcome new and experienced dancers and dancers of all ages. No experience is necessary, all dances are taught and called, and you don't need to come with a partner. We hope to see you there!
Next Dance: George Marshall w/ Becky Tracy, David Cantieni, Ann Percival, and Jeremiah McLane on 12/28/08
the venue
The dance takes place in the Stone Church at the corner of Main and Grove Streets, just north of the post office in downtown Brattleboro, VT. The Stone Church features a lovely wooden dance floor and excellent acoustics in a convenient location.
timing/pricing
The dance begins at 7:00 PM and ends at 10:00 PM. Admission is $10 ($7 students/seniors/low income). Beginners are welcome; all the dances will be taught. You don't need to come with a partner, other friendly dancers will dance with you. For more info email or call 802-257-9234.
email list
Enter your email address to join the Brattleboro dance email list. You will receive an email reminder before each dance.
upcoming dances
December 28, 2008
George Marshall, calling
Becky Tracy, fiddle
David Cantieni, winds
Ann Percival, piano/guitar/ukelele
Jeremiah McLane, piano/accordion
January 11, 2008
Steve Zakon-Anderson, calling
Ethan Hazzard-Watkins, fiddle
Anna Patton, clarinet
Karen Axelrod, piano
January 25, 2008
Rebecca Lay, calling
Mary Lea, fiddle
Mary Cay Brass, accordion/piano
and friends
February 8, 2008
Jeff Petrovitch, calling
band TBA
February 22, 2008
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