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As a result of the highly successful Ceilidhs organised by Dorset Traditional Arts Cooperative (TRAC) last year and earlier this year, TRAC are pleased to announce yet another opportunity to learn some new skills, brush-up on some old ones AND to have a great time into the bargain! the Ceilidh (pronounced 'Kaylee') is a great traditional way to have a good time. Basically it's a barn dance, but with song and instrumental interludes to provide a break between dances, and the whole thing is ideal for all ages. The difference with Ceilidhs organised by TRAC is that they all come complete with a preceding workshop. If you're a musician, you can have a practise-run to prepare for your own 'instrumental spot' during the evening, or prepare for joining the band who will play for the evening's dancing.
The aim is to make each TRAC Ceilidh Community based. If you enjoy singing, it's highly likely you'll get the chance to have your own 'songspot' during the evening and, if you like the idea of a musician accompanying you, then the workshop will provide an ideal opportunity for you to try it out. Alternatively, if you'd like the chance to "call" a particular favourite dance during the evening, you can give that a try too! On the other hand, if you simply want to come and enjoy the Ceilidh without attending the workshop, you're more than welcome. And why not bring your friends and family too: even if you feel as though you have three left feet, this is no obstacle whatsoever to the sheer enjoyment of Folk Dance! Who's 'on board'? TRAC is organised by Graham Moore and Ray Sargent. Graham
Ceilidh
from
Dorset Traditional Arts Cooperative (TRAC):
Saturday, 14th. September 2002, at:
Fontmell Magna Village Hall,
near
Shaftesbury, Dorset.
Ray
is from Poole and is an actor and musician, but has filled spaces between theatre engagements as an English Folk Dance 'caller' for over twenty years; recently assisting in the choreography of a Costume Drama produced by London Weekend Television. His style of calling is very much in the fun vein, and he firmly believes that the spirit and fun of folk dance is far more important than any precise footwork.Donation of Instruments
Do you possibly have any old instruments lying around the house which no-one plays? TRAC would make good use of these, for people with musical talents that don't possess instruments: please bring them along to the Ceilidh or contact Graham.
The Ceilidh kicks-off at 7.30pm whilst the workshops start at 5pm.
Admission to the Ceilidh is just £5.00 for Adults, £2.00 for children aged 8-15, whilst under 8's enter free.
Admission to the Workshops is free, but prior registration is strongly recommended. Food will be available: just bring your own beer and cider for the evening!
TRAC Ceilidh, Fontmell Magna, 14th. September 2002
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