Sponsored by: TADAMS (Traditional American Dance and Music Society)
TADAMS invites you to join us for a lively two-hour workshop designed for musicians of all instruments and skill levels who want to learn—or sharpen—the art of playing for contra dances. Led by the dynamic duo Corwin Zekley and Grace Fellows of Raven & Goose, this session will dive into the core techniques that make a […]
Location: Lewis Ginter Recreation Association Music: Raven & Goose (National Tour!) Corwin Zekley on Fiddle, Grace Fellows on piano Caller: Chole Levine Admission: $10 members/students, $15 non-members, 14 & under free. Beginner Lesson: Arrive early at 1:45pm to learn or review basic steps. Role Terms: Larks and Robins *************** MUSICIAN'S WORKSHOP: Corwin Zekley & Grace Fellows (Raven and […]
Please help us celebrate the marriage of two of our dancers and Board members with a potluck and dance on the afternoon of Sunday, December 21, from 1-6pm. We'll start with a potluck lunch, followed by barn dances, and end with contra dances. No dance experience is needed, and all dances will be taught and […]
It's the holiday SNOWFLAKE BALL!Sport your festive finery, bring a delectable treat to share, invite your friends and family for quality memories! Location: Lewis Ginter Recreation Association Music: Cutie and the Hot Wings (Norfolk, VA) with Carol Downing on fiddle, Amy Ferebee on guitar, Susan Lawlor on flutes/whistles, Gene Bowers on banjo Caller: Ben Allbrandt […]
Location: Lewis Ginter Recreation Association Music: Orion (Norfolk/Tidewater) with Joe Healey on hammered dulcimer, tenor and 5-string banjo; Ken Veazey on keyboard; and Steve Suhring on fiddle. Caller: Jack Maus (Charlottesville) Admission: $10 members/students, $15 non-members, 14 & under free. Beginner Lesson: Arrive early at 1:45pm to learn or review basic steps. *Role Terms: Gents and Ladies *Please […]
Location: Lewis Ginter Recreation Association Music: Open Band eXperience (led by Steve Suhring; Jack Maus on keyboard) Caller: Brian Hamshar Admission: $10 members/students, $15 non-members, 14 & under free. Beginner Lesson: Arrive early at 1:45pm to learn or review basic steps.
Location: Lewis Ginter Recreation Association Admission: Workshop is Free (Stay and play for the dance afterwards!) Dance Band Workshop: Participate in a music workshop on “How to be a good dance band” and then demonstrate your mastery of the material by playing for a contra dance that afternoon (2:30-5:30pm)! Band leaders are Steve Suhring on fiddle and Jack Maus […]
Please join us at the beautiful Lewis Ginter Recreation Association for the 2025 Springforth Ball, a weekend of dance, music, food, and camaraderie. Music by Playing with Fyre and calling by Bob Isaacs. Workshops will include challenging contras, english country dance, square dance, scandinavian dance, waltz and more!
1:45 pm Beginner’s Workshop: arrive early to learn or review the basics. Newcomers and experienced dancers are both appreciated. Location: Lewis Ginter Recreation Association Music: Dusty Hedgehog (Charlottesville) with Augie Fairchild on flutes and whistles, Ian Tupelo on guitar, and Alex Davis on fiddle Caller: Gwyn Williams (Yorktown) Admission: $10 members/students, $15 non-members, 14 & under free.
Location: Lewis Ginter Recreation Association Music: Chicken Feathers Caller: Janine Smith (Washington, DC) Admission: $10 members/students, $15 non-members, 14 & under free. Beginner Lesson: Arrive early at 1:45pm to learn or review basic steps.
Location: Lewis Ginter Recreation Association Music: The McKenzies (Salem, VA) with Woody McKenzie on fiddle and Marcia McKenzie on guitar. Caller: Ben Allbrandt (Norfolk, VA) Admission: $10 members/students, $15 non-members, 14 & under free. Beginner’s Workshop: Arrive early at 1:45pm to learn or review basic steps.
Location: Lewis Ginter Recreation Association Music: Go Figure (Charlottesville) with Janet Muse on piano and Mike Dunn on fiddle. Caller: Greg Frock (Baltimore, MD) Admission: $10 members/students, $15 non-members, 14 & under free. Beginner’s Workshop: Arrive early at 1:45pm to learn or review basic steps. COVID: While vaccinations are excellent for preventing disease, TADAMS no longer requires proof […]