I will be teaching two dance workshops for The Elegant Arts Society
in New York City this Sunday, June 28th. Logistical details are
below.
The first (1:00-3:45pm) will focus on the dances of the Regency era (1810-1820), including steps and figures for country dances and French quadrilles. Specifically, we will dance and look at a step-sequences to use in Le Pantalon, L'Eté, La Poule, and La Trenise (first through fourth figures of the French quadrille) and the first, second, and fourth figures of The Caledonians. Depending on available time, we will also enjoy a Spanish Dance and an 1816 version of the classic Money Musk as well as the Scotch Reel for six and -- numbers permitting -- the amazing reel for nine people (and one hat) known as the Bumpkin.
The second class (4:00-6:00pm) will focus on some of the more unusual dance fads of the mid-1910s. We'll dance the simple and delightful Lulu Fado (featuring a mix of two-step and walking sequences with finger-snapping and clapping) and work on some essential moves for the swaying Brazilian maxixe (as filtered through France and America) and the half and half, an unusual waltz in 5/4 time.
Both of the above are beginner-level classes. No experience is needed, no partner is required, and clean leather-soled flat shoes (or low heels for the ladies for the second class; no spike heels!) are recommended. Gender balance is not guaranteed.
The classes are held at Dick Shea's (a capoeira studio), 104 W. 14th Street at 6th Avenue, New York City. Ring buzzer #3, up 2 flights, first door on the right. For more information, please email EAS.
The Regency class costs $18, or $12 for people attending for the first time; the Ragtime class costs $15, or $12 if paid in advance (no later than 6/26) via Paypal cash transfer (NO CREDIT CARDS) to paypal@elegantarts.org.
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