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Swingin’ Tern Contra Dances: Contra dancing with Paul Morris

February 18, 2023 @ 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm

$5 – $15

Swingin’ Tern presents Contra Dancing to live music in Chatham, NJ the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month year-round. Beginners are welcome at the dance and are encouraged to come to the beginner’s workshop preceding the dance proper. No experience is necessary and one may come alone or with a partner.

Paul Morris has been contra dancing for over two decades, from his hometown of Berea, Kentucky to New York City where he now hangs his hat. Paul has become a regular caller on the circuit of dances in the area. Paul has found his experience as a teacher helps him effectively teach dances to newcomers and experienced dancers alike.

Having each been on the dance scene for four decades, The Contragenarians play a mix of Old Time and traditional New England tunes that are sure to warm your feet up. Collectively, their varied musical credits include Peter Szego‘s deft rhythm guitar playing, his definitive book on Martin guitar history and expertise in banjo lineage. Richard Smith penned Bill Monroe’s best known biography, and has accompanied various bluegrass stars on mandolin. Ed Jankiewicz has played bass with bands too numerous to list, including the Hunterdon Symphony’s performance in Vienna, Austria. Garry Moore has been contra dancing and playing fiddle in the area since 1980. Come on out and give it a whirl!

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

COVID-19 policy: Participants must show proof that they have been fully vaccinated for more than two weeks. Masking is optional. If Morris County’s COVID-19 Community Level goes up to Orange, then masking will be required.

Contra Dancing is an ideal form of country dancing for singles and couples alike. Contra dances use the same figures (swing, promenade, etc.) as square dancing, but you dance with more people, you do not need lessons, and you do not need to bring a partner. Many people who “can’t dance” love to Contra Dance anyway.

Contact swingintern@folkproject.org with any questions.

Details

Date:
February 18, 2023
Time:
7:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Cost:
$5 – $15
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Website:
https://folkproject.org/mec-events/paul-morris-the-contragenarians/

Organizer

The Folk Project
Email
Troubadour@folkproject.org
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Venue

St. Paul’s Episcopal Church
29 Hillview Ave.
Morris Plains, NJ United States
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