Ring in the New Year at the Folk School! This popular, year-end, traditional dance and music celebration features American contras and squares as well as English country dancing, all set to live music. The week also includes flatfoot dancing, clogging, and square dance calling workshops, group singing, jam sessions, and more. Winter Dance Week offers a unique combination of top-notch callers, instructors, and musicians – along with beautiful surroundings, delicious food, comfortable accommodations, and a friendly atmosphere. A Gala New Year’s Eve Party and New Year’s Day breakfast complete the week.
SKILL LEVEL: Participants should have previous contra dance and/or English country dance experience (such as our November 18-20, 2022 “Learn to Contra Dance” weekend class).
Instructor: Phil Jamison, Kalia Kliban, Diane Silver, Erynn Marshall, Carl Jones, Karen Axelrod, Rachel Bell, Daron Douglas, Audrey Knuth, Noah VanNorstrand
Limited work exchange scholarships are available. Email scholarships@folkschool.org to request a scholarship application.
NOTE: Winter Dance Week is subject to change. Adjustments to the typical format may be needed should COVID-19 still be a public health concern. Please email programming@folkschool.org for the most up-to-date information.
