Contra dancing led by caller Greg Frock with live music by Good Company.

Greg Frock’s discovery of contra dance was pure accident, but it was love at first dance. He began calling in 1992 after only 2 years of dancing, and quickly became a highly sought-after caller. Through his 30-year career, Greg has remained relevant by adapting to the changing culture of the contra community, and constantly seeking new, interesting, and accessible dances. Over the changing times, two elements of Greg’s approach has remained constant: keeping dances enjoyable for groups of dancers of varied size and skill levels, while teaching figures efficiently and intuitively. His calling talents have been appreciated by dancers throughout North America.

Tonight’s band, Good Company, is a trio that primarily plays for contra dances around New England. They draw their material from Irish, Scottish, New England, and Quebecois folk traditions, as well as original material heavily influenced by those traditions. The band includes Helen Kuhar on guitar and vocals, Cecily Mills on cello and vocals, and Rohan Weeden on fiddle. They bring the playfulness and dance-ability that hallmarks good contra dance music to all of their performances, regardless of venue.

Admission: $15 General Admission, $5 Students

Beginner’s Workshop before the dance, 7:00pm – 7:30pm.

OTHER INFO

Masks and proof of vaccination are no longer required.

We once again welcome contributions of home-baked [or not] goodies to share at the break.

Please bring your own water bottle with your name on it. Water bottles may be filled at the kitchen sink.

All dances are now called to the gender-neutral terms Larks & Robins.

Contact swingintern@folkproject.org with any questions.

Funding has been made possible in part by funds from Morris Arts through the New Jersey State Council on the Arts/Department of State, a Partner Agency of the National Endowment for the Arts.