Downeast Friends of the Folk Arts
Music and Dance for the Maine community
The Cherryfield Academy Community Center is pleased to announce a Contra Dance taking place on Saturday, November 5th from 7 to 10pm! The night will feature Gus LaCasse on fiddle and foot percussion, with the fabulous John McIntire reprising his famous role as "The Caller"!! Everyone is welcome! Even those who don't choose to […]
We are re-starting the dances in Otisfield after a too long hiatus. A bit of a change in format, we are initially going to hold the dances on Sunday afternoons. The band for these initial events will be Birds on a Wire; the Caller will tentatively be Kathryn Larson. All happening at the Otisfield Community […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
It has been 9 months that the community has made us dance. This last dance is a Big Thank You to ALL, the musicians, the callers and the dancers. Thank you.
Chris is from Maine, Jeff is from North Carolina, and Mitch is from Louisiana - together this trio of Maine musical friends cooks up a delicious blend of acoustic contemporary and traditional Americana, folk, blues, songs and instrumentals. Guitar, fiddle, mandolins, great singing and always a few surprises. This concert is part of the Peaks […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
Contradance cancelled
Belfast Flying Shoes and the Rockport Opera House present a special evening of participatory dance on Saturday, November 19. The evening kicks off at 6:00 with a warm-up session for the All Comers Band, open to all musicians, instruments, and skill levels. Tune list available on the website. At 6:30, Chrissy Fowler calls a community […]
UUCB CONCERTS FOR A CAUSE presents AN EVENING WITH CHRISTINE LAVIN Saturday, November 19 @ 7:30 pm The award-winning singer-songwriter, Christine Lavin, promoter of contemporary folk music, and author, will be performing for the UUCB Concerts for a Cause series at the UU Church of Brunswick on November 19th to raise money for the Brunswick […]
You're invited to another Common Floor Contra Dance. We've foraged the very best for you this month... it's WILD ASPARAGUS season and you'll want to savor the incredible New England dance flavor that they'll be serving up all night long. When: Sunday, November 20th, 2022 7pm lesson 7:30pm dance Where: Temple Beth El (400 Deering Ave, […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
Kennebec Contra Dance in the Hallowell City Hall Ballroom 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm: Newcomers' orientation 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm: Contra Dance Suggested donation: $15 to $25. Pay more if you can; our musicians are worth it. If you can't pay $15, pay what you can. Even if you have no money, you should […]
Kennebec Contra Dance in the Hallowell City Hall Ballroom Come dance with us on the Saturday of Thanksgiving Weekend. Share the joy! 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm: Newcomers' orientation 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm: Contra Dance Caller: Hannah Chamberlain Music: Bennett Konesni and Benjamin Foss Sound: Alex Hennings Suggested donation: $15 to $25. Pay more […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
Belfast Flying Shoes presents a special First Friday Community Dance and Contra Dance on Friday, December 2, to celebrate the 17th anniversary of the local arts nonprofit's monthly dance series. The evening kicks off at 6:00 with a warm-up session for the All Comers Band, open to all musicians, instruments, and skill levels. Tune list […]
Come for some great rollicking fun to the Cherryfield Contra Dance on Saturday, December 3rd from 7 to 10pm! The American Legion Hall in Cherryfield will see the convergence of 3 great friends and musical collaborators for this event - Shepsie Eaton, Molly Gawler, and Bennett Konesni will be playing, calling and teaching all the […]
Kennebec Contra Dance in the Hallowell City Hall Ballroom Special Boxing Day dance. In December, we always dance on the 26th. 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm: Newcomers' orientation 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm: Contra Dance Caller: Ellen Hodgin Music: John Pranio and Toki Oshima Sound: Alex Hennings Suggested donation: $15 to $25. Pay more if […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
Join us for this FREE fun-filled caroling event taking place on Sunday, December 11th from 3:30 to 5:30pm at Falmouth Congregational Church. Come sing your favorite Christmas carols, check out the live petting zoo, have some hot cocoa, watch (or enter your furry friend in!) the “Most Festive Dog” competition, and revel in holiday cheer. […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
We are restarting our Community Dances in Otisfield, the band for this month is Birds on a Wing. Plenty of parking on our newly paved parking lot at 292 State Route 121. Come enjoy an afternoon with us!
You're invited to another Common Floor Contra Dance in Portland, Maine. We have a crew full of Maine performers for your dancing and listening enjoyment! When: Sunday, December 18, 2022 6:45 Doors 7pm lesson 7:30pm dance Where: Temple Beth El (400 Deering Ave, Portland, ME) Price: $15 Suggested Donation Caller: 📢 Maggie Robinson Music: Spring Tide Willy […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
Kennebec Contra Dance in the Hallowell City Hall Ballroom Special Boxing Day dance. In December we always dance on the 26th 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm: Newcomers' orientation 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm: Contra Dance Caller: Ellen Hodgkin Music: John Pranio, Toki Oshima, and Johanna Davis Sound: Alex Hennings Suggested donation: $15 to $25. Pay […]
Belfast Flying Shoes Radio Hour, on WBFY 100.9FM in Belfast, and streaming via Belfast Community Radio. A weekly program that highlights the roots and branches of the contra dance music we love, in Belfast and beyond; the musicians who play it with and for others; and the dancers of all ages that it inspires. Every […]
An evening of contra dancing to bring in 2023. Two callers: Hannah Chamberlain Maggie Robinson. Two bands: Pam Weeks, Bill Olsen, Jim Joseph Ben Foss, Willy Clemetson $20 at the door, cash or venmo We'll have a waltz at the top of every hour, a potluck dessert table, and sparkling cider at the stroke of […]
We are not helpless as long as we can sing. CALL FOR SINGERS WINTER 2023 TO JOIN CHOIR TO SING UKRAINIAN FOLK SONGS WHO: The Huddled Masses Orchestra (Joe Niemczura), The Maine Balkan Choir (Anne Tatgenhorst) and Shana Hanson (folk dance organizer in Belfast). WHAT: first meeting to organize a choir to sing in Slavic […]
Belfast Flying Shoes presents the First Friday Community Dance and Contra Dance on Friday, January 6. The evening kicks off at 6:00 with a warm-up session for the All Comers Band, open to all musicians, instruments, and skill levels. Tune list available on the website. At 6:30, Chrissy Fowler & Lisa Newcomb call a community […]
Reel excitement is happening this Saturday, January 7th from 7 to 10pm at the First Saturday Cherryfield Contra Dance! The anticipated return to our home hall at the Cherryfield Academy has been postponed by a still unexplained accident of the sprinkler system that resulted in some significant flood damage to the beloved building. Once again, […]
At The Underground Cafe, 17 Court street, Belfast Maine. The Maine Balkan Choir (MBC) is recruiting new members in the Belfast area. MBC is working on a program of Ukrainian folk music. We plan to perform a benefit concert in spring, proceeds will go to a Ukraine children's charity. The Choir is directed by Anne […]
The Maine Balkan Choir is preparing a program of Ukrainian music to be performed at a benefit concert in spring. The main group sings every week in Belfast; there will be a Portland-area offshoot of The Maine Balkan Choir. The first meeting in the West End was so successful that there was a aprking crunch, […]
It's time for another Portland Contra Dance! Music: Emily Troll with an Open Band Caller: Chrissy Fowler YOU CAN PLAY IN THE OPEN BAND! Click for details See our website for more details including the schedule for future events. Share our event on FB! All ages and experience levels are welcome. No partner needed. Bring a water […]
Birds on A Wire will again be providing our music. Calling this month will also see a return of Kathryn Larson. Come enjoy a lively Sunday afternoon with us!
Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dancing of Scotland. We dance in sets, usually longwise, of 3, 4, or more couples. We meet Sunday evenings, September through June, to learn and practice the dances. Beginners are welcome, partners not necessary, soft, flexible shoes are good. We usually have a session for beginners and newer dancers […]
At The Underground Cafe, 17 Court street, Belfast Maine. The Maine Balkan Choir (MBC) is recruiting new members in the Belfast area. MBC is working on a program of Ukrainian folk music. We plan to perform a benefit concert in spring, proceeds will go to a Ukraine children's charity. The Choir is directed by Anne […]
The Maine Balkan Choir is preparing a program of Ukrainian music to be performed at a benefit concert in spring. The main group sings every week in Belfast; there will be a Portland-area offshoot of The Maine Balkan Choir. The first meeting in the West End was so successful that there was a aprking crunch, […]
Playing jigs, reels, hambos, waltzes, marches, etc. Music traditions include contradance tunes, Irish, Scottish, Quebecois, Swedish, Southern. Fiddles, guitars, accordions, concertinas, mandolins, dulcimers, etc. welcome. We also have a keyboard available. Many of our tunes come out of the on-the-go collections - Portland, Waltz Books, Fiddlers Fake Book, Fiddlers Repertoire. We love to try tunes […]
Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dancing of Scotland. We dance in sets, usually longwise, of 3, 4, or more couples. We meet Sunday evenings, September through June, to learn and practice the dances. Beginners are welcome, partners not necessary, soft, flexible shoes are good. We usually have a session for beginners and newer dancers […]
At The Underground Cafe, 17 Court street, Belfast Maine. The Maine Balkan Choir (MBC) is recruiting new members in the Belfast area. MBC is working on a program of Ukrainian folk music. We plan to perform a benefit concert in spring, proceeds will go to a Ukraine children's charity. The Choir is directed by Anne […]
Note New location The Maine Balkan Choir Hancock County Oblast will meet weekly on Wednesdays from 6 to 8 PM at the Unitarian Universalist Church fellowship hall in Ellsworth. 121 Bucksport Rd, Ellsworth, ME 04605 This group was started in 1998 by the late Kirsten Stockman and Joe Niemczura. We were in pandemic hibernation. This […]
The Maine Balkan Choir is preparing a program of Ukrainian music to be performed at a benefit concert in spring. The main group sings every week in Belfast; there will be a Portland-area offshoot of The Maine Balkan Choir. The first meeting in the West End was so successful that there was a aprking crunch, […]
Traditional New England contra dance with Some Reel People providing music. Allison Aldrich Smith, caller. All dances taught, no need to bring a partner. A family-friendly event. Refreshments will be served.
On Saturday January 28, from 6-9 pm, Eastport Arts Center will host the Moose Island Contradance Etc. (MICE) band, a talent pool of Washington County’s finest musicians featuring Alice Schuth on fiddle, Susan Luthin on octave mandolin and whistle, Joan Lowden on bass, Kara McCrimmon on piano accordion, guitar and Irish whistle, and Jim O’Neil […]
Kennebec Contra Dance in the Hallowell City Hall Ballroom 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm: Newcomers' orientation 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm: Contra Dance Suggested donation: $15 to $25. Pay more if you can; our musicians are worth it. If you can't pay $15, pay what you can. Even if you have no money, you should […]
Kennebec Contra Dance in the Hallowell City Hall Ballroom 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm: Newcomers' orientation 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm: Contra Dance Calling by Chris Ricciotti. Music by Willy Clemetson and Benjamin Foss. Sound by Eric Johnson. Chris Ricciotti is one of the founders of the movement to make Contra Dance gender-neutral and accessible […]
Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dancing of Scotland. We dance in sets, usually longwise, of 3, 4, or more couples. We meet Sunday evenings, September through June, to learn and practice the dances. Beginners are welcome, partners not necessary, soft, flexible shoes are good. We usually have a session for beginners and newer dancers […]
Join Alyssa Adkins and Alex Hennings for an evening of waltz! We'll teach some fun connection exercises and flourishes, followed by open waltzing. Schedule: 6:15 Show Up 6:30 Waltz Workshop Starts 7:30 Open Waltzing We'll end when the magic runs out, somewhere between 8:30 and 10. Cost: $10 to $20 suggested donation We will be […]
At The Underground Cafe, 17 Court street, Belfast Maine. The Maine Balkan Choir (MBC) is recruiting new members in the Belfast area. MBC is working on a program of Ukrainian folk music. We plan to perform a benefit concert in spring, proceeds will go to a Ukraine children's charity. The Choir is directed by Anne […]
Class covers basic Cape Breton step dance movements that are built into steps, in the context of a routine done to selected tunes. Level will respond to participants. No experience necessary! Cape Breton step dance is percussive rhythmic dance, generally done solo, to Scottish music. Some of our routines may involve moving with/around another dancer. […]
Note New location The Maine Balkan Choir Hancock County Oblast will meet weekly on Wednesdays from 6 to 8 PM at the Unitarian Universalist Church fellowship hall in Ellsworth. 121 Bucksport Rd, Ellsworth, ME 04605 This group was started in 1998 by the late Kirsten Stockman and Joe Niemczura. We were in pandemic hibernation. This […]
The Maine Balkan Choir is preparing a program of Ukrainian music to be performed at a benefit concert in spring. The main group sings every week in Belfast; there will be a Portland-area offshoot of The Maine Balkan Choir. The first meeting in the West End was so successful that there was a aprking crunch, […]
Belfast Flying Shoes presents the First Friday Community Dance and Contra Dance Series. 6:00 warm-up session for the All Comers Band, led by Willy Clemetson & Benjamin Foss and open to all musicians, instruments, and skill levels. Tune list available on the website. 6:30 Community Dance (Chrissy Fowler & Lisa Newcomb calling with music by […]
Here is something to put on your calendar that should pull you away from that hungry woodstove. Get on out and bring yourself to another First Saturday Cherryfield Contra Dance happening February 4th from 7 to 10pm! The host venue for the Dance is still uncertain but the two candidates are right next door to […]
UUCB Concerts for a Cause presents Bold Riley Saturday, February 4 @ 7:30 pm UUCB Concerts for a Cause will host Bold Riley on Saturday, February 4, 2023 at 7:30 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Brunswick. Concerts for a Cause brings top-notch concerts to the Greater Brunswick area while raising money for […]
Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dancing of Scotland. We dance in sets, usually longwise, of 3, 4, or more couples. We meet Sunday evenings, September through June, to learn and practice the dances. Beginners are welcome, partners not necessary, soft, flexible shoes are good. We usually have a session for beginners and newer dancers […]
At The Underground Cafe, 17 Court street, Belfast Maine. The Maine Balkan Choir (MBC) is recruiting new members in the Belfast area. MBC is working on a program of Ukrainian folk music. We plan to perform a benefit concert in spring, proceeds will go to a Ukraine children's charity. The Choir is directed by Anne […]
Class covers basic Cape Breton step dance movements that are built into steps, in the context of a routine done to selected tunes. Level will respond to participants. No experience necessary! Cape Breton step dance is percussive rhythmic dance, generally done solo, to Scottish music. Some of our routines may involve moving with/around another dancer. […]
Note New location The Maine Balkan Choir Hancock County Oblast will meet weekly on Wednesdays from 6 to 8 PM at the Unitarian Universalist Church fellowship hall in Ellsworth. 121 Bucksport Rd, Ellsworth, ME 04605 This group was started in 1998 by the late Kirsten Stockman and Joe Niemczura. We were in pandemic hibernation. This […]
The Maine Balkan Choir is preparing a program of Ukrainian music to be performed at a benefit concert in spring. The main group sings every week in Belfast; there will be a Portland-area offshoot of The Maine Balkan Choir. The first meeting in the West End was so successful that there was a aprking crunch, […]
Traditional New England contra dance with Some Reel People providing music. Allison Aldrich Smith, caller. All dances taught, no need to bring a partner. A family-friendly event. Refreshments will be served.
Join us every Second Saturday from 3-5pm at the Old Sow Grill, 31 Water St in Eastport. In the warm tradition of Irish pubs, musicians and listeners are invited to the monthly jam - come to play music or come simply to listen and enjoy. Music books are provided and all levels are welcome - […]
Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dancing of Scotland. We dance in sets, usually longwise, of 3, 4, or more couples. We meet Sunday evenings, September through June, to learn and practice the dances. Beginners are welcome, partners not necessary, soft, flexible shoes are good. We usually have a session for beginners and newer dancers […]
At The Underground Cafe, 17 Court street, Belfast Maine. The Maine Balkan Choir (MBC) is recruiting new members in the Belfast area. MBC is working on a program of Ukrainian folk music. We plan to perform a benefit concert in spring, proceeds will go to a Ukraine children's charity. The Choir is directed by Anne […]
Class covers basic Cape Breton step dance movements that are built into steps, in the context of a routine done to selected tunes. Level will respond to participants. No experience necessary! Cape Breton step dance is percussive rhythmic dance, generally done solo, to Scottish music. Some of our routines may involve moving with/around another dancer. […]
Note New location The Maine Balkan Choir Hancock County Oblast will meet weekly on Wednesdays from 6 to 8 PM at the Unitarian Universalist Church fellowship hall in Ellsworth. 121 Bucksport Rd, Ellsworth, ME 04605 This group was started in 1998 by the late Kirsten Stockman and Joe Niemczura. We were in pandemic hibernation. This […]
The Maine Balkan Choir is preparing a program of Ukrainian music to be performed at a benefit concert in spring. The main group sings every week in Belfast; there will be a Portland-area offshoot of The Maine Balkan Choir. The first meeting in the West End was so successful that there was a aprking crunch, […]
A Portland church is hosting a one-off contra dance this Friday. It might be more on the casual/family end of the spectrum. Live band, Hannah Chamberlain calling, and it's free!
Community Contra Dance, Otisfield community hall at 292 State Route 121. Plenty of parking. Music provided by Birds on a Wire, dances are called by Kathryn Larson. Instruction at 3, followed by the dance. Bring your dancing shoes, friends, and enjoy a rousing afternoon!
Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dancing of Scotland. We dance in sets, usually longwise, of 3, 4, or more couples. We meet Sunday evenings, September through June, to learn and practice the dances. Beginners are welcome, partners not necessary, soft, flexible shoes are good. We usually have a session for beginners and newer dancers […]
Class covers basic Cape Breton step dance movements that are built into steps, in the context of a routine done to selected tunes. Level will respond to participants. No experience necessary! Cape Breton step dance is percussive rhythmic dance, generally done solo, to Scottish music. Some of our routines may involve moving with/around another dancer. […]
Note New location The Maine Balkan Choir Hancock County Oblast will meet weekly on Wednesdays from 6 to 8 PM at the Unitarian Universalist Church fellowship hall in Ellsworth. 121 Bucksport Rd, Ellsworth, ME 04605 This group was started in 1998 by the late Kirsten Stockman and Joe Niemczura. We were in pandemic hibernation. This […]
The Maine Balkan Choir is preparing a program of Ukrainian music to be performed at a benefit concert in spring. The main group sings every week in Belfast; there will be a Portland-area offshoot of The Maine Balkan Choir. The first meeting in the West End was so successful that there was a aprking crunch, […]
Kennebec Contra Dance in the Hallowell City Ballroom Come dance to Cojiro: a duo of folk musicians from Massachusetts creating modern trad music. 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm: Newcomers' orientation 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm: Contra Dance Calling by Hannah Chamberlain Music by Cojiro (Jess Newman and Mark Price) Sound by Alex Hennings Suggested donation: […]
Kennebec Contra Dance in the Hallowell City Hall Ballroom 7:00 pm to 7:30 pm: Newcomers' orientation 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm: Contra Dance Suggested donation: $15 to $25. Pay more if you can; our musicians are worth it. If you can't pay $15, pay what you can. Even if you have no money, you should […]
Playing jigs, reels, hambos, waltzes, marches, etc. Music traditions include contradance tunes, Irish, Scottish, Quebecois, Swedish, Southern. Fiddles, guitars, accordions, concertinas, mandolins, dulcimers, etc. welcome. We also have a keyboard available. Many of our tunes come out of the on-the-go collections - Portland, Waltz Books, Fiddlers Fake Book, Fiddlers Repertoire. We love to try tunes […]
Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dancing of Scotland. We dance in sets, usually longwise, of 3, 4, or more couples. We meet Sunday evenings, September through June, to learn and practice the dances. Beginners are welcome, partners not necessary, soft, flexible shoes are good. We usually have a session for beginners and newer dancers […]
Dearest Dancers, You're invited to another Common Floor Contra Dance in Portland, Maine. We’re thrilled to welcome Chimney Swift from Boston! Farthest Field farmer Alyssa Adkins will be calling some spicy dances. When: Sunday, February 26, 20236:45pm Doors Open7:00pm Lesson7:30pm Dance10:00pm Go HomeWhere: Temple Beth El (400 Deering Ave, Portland, ME)Price: $15 Suggested Donation (at the door, […]
Class covers basic Cape Breton step dance movements that are built into steps, in the context of a routine done to selected tunes. Level will respond to participants. No experience necessary! Cape Breton step dance is percussive rhythmic dance, generally done solo, to Scottish music. Some of our routines may involve moving with/around another dancer. […]
Note New location The Maine Balkan Choir Hancock County Oblast will meet weekly on Wednesdays from 6 to 8 PM at the Unitarian Universalist Church fellowship hall in Ellsworth. 121 Bucksport Rd, Ellsworth, ME 04605 This group was started in 1998 by the late Kirsten Stockman and Joe Niemczura. We were in pandemic hibernation. This […]
The Maine Balkan Choir is preparing a program of Ukrainian music to be performed at a benefit concert in spring. The main group sings every week in Belfast; there will be a Portland-area offshoot of The Maine Balkan Choir. The first meeting in the West End was so successful that there was a aprking crunch, […]
Belfast Flying Shoes presents the First Friday Community Dance and Contra Dance Series. 6:00 warm-up session for the All Comers Band, led by Willy Clemetson & Benjamin Foss and open to all musicians, instruments, and skill levels. Tune list available on the website. 6:30 Community Dance (Chrissy Fowler & Lisa Newcomb calling with music by […]
Building community in the funnest of ways! We would be so happy to have you join us for the Cherryfield Contra Dance taking place on Saturday, March 4th from 7 to 10pm at the Cherryfield American Legion Hall! The inimitable Gus LaCasse will be setting the place on fire with his kinetic fiddle playing and […]
Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dancing of Scotland. We dance in sets, usually longwise, of 3, 4, or more couples. We meet Sunday evenings, September through June, to learn and practice the dances. Beginners are welcome, partners not necessary, soft, flexible shoes are good. We usually have a session for beginners and newer dancers […]
Class covers basic Cape Breton step dance movements that are built into steps, in the context of a routine done to selected tunes. Level will respond to participants. No experience necessary! Cape Breton step dance is percussive rhythmic dance, generally done solo, to Scottish music. Some of our routines may involve moving with/around another dancer. […]
Note New location The Maine Balkan Choir Hancock County Oblast will meet weekly on Wednesdays from 6 to 8 PM at the Unitarian Universalist Church fellowship hall in Ellsworth. 121 Bucksport Rd, Ellsworth, ME 04605 This group was started in 1998 by the late Kirsten Stockman and Joe Niemczura. We were in pandemic hibernation. This […]
The Maine Balkan Choir is preparing a program of Ukrainian music to be performed at a benefit concert in spring. The main group sings every week in Belfast; there will be a Portland-area offshoot of The Maine Balkan Choir. The first meeting in the West End was so successful that there was a aprking crunch, […]
Traditional New England contra dance with Some Reel People providing music. Allison Aldrich Smith, caller. All dances taught, no need to bring a partner. A family-friendly event. Suggested donation $10, under 18 free, no one turned away for lack of funds. Refreshments will be served.
Join us every Second Saturday from 3-5pm at the Old Sow Grill, 31 Water St in Eastport. In the warm tradition of Irish pubs, musicians and listeners are invited to the monthly jam - come to play music or come simply to listen and enjoy. Music books are provided and all levels are welcome - […]
Class covers basic Cape Breton step dance movements that are built into steps, in the context of a routine done to selected tunes. Level will respond to participants. No experience necessary! Cape Breton step dance is percussive rhythmic dance, generally done solo, to Scottish music. Some of our routines may involve moving with/around another dancer. […]
Note New location The Maine Balkan Choir Hancock County Oblast will meet weekly on Wednesdays from 6 to 8 PM at the Unitarian Universalist Church fellowship hall in Ellsworth. 121 Bucksport Rd, Ellsworth, ME 04605 This group was started in 1998 by the late Kirsten Stockman and Joe Niemczura. We were in pandemic hibernation. This […]
The Maine Balkan Choir is preparing a program of Ukrainian music to be performed at a benefit concert in spring. The main group sings every week in Belfast; there will be a Portland-area offshoot of The Maine Balkan Choir. The first meeting in the West End was so successful that there was a aprking crunch, […]
Traditional Irish music group Fódhla, along with Mia Bertelli with Benjamin Foss, are pleased to announce they’ll be joining forces to ring in Saint Patrick’s Day with a co-bill concert in Portland Maine. Favorite listening room, One Longfellow Square, will be hosting both groups in a spectacular night of music of the season. Fiddles, flute, guitars, whistles, bouzouki, and […]
Music is an integral part of Scottish Country Dancing, and it consists of more than just strathspeys, jigs and reels! Through dancing, listening, and discussion, the workshop will explore, compare and contrast the different types of Scottish music to which we dance and enhance our ability to appreciate musical aspects of Scottish Country Dancing. Basic […]
Music by Puckerbrush Band, Called by Kathryn Larson. Come enjoy a rousing afternoon with your friends, family, date, or just come over. Plenty of parking.
Scottish Country Dance is the ballroom dancing of Scotland. We dance in sets, usually longwise, of 3, 4, or more couples. We meet Sunday evenings, September through June, to learn and practice the dances. Beginners are welcome, partners not necessary, soft, flexible shoes are good. We usually have a session for beginners and newer dancers […]
You're invited to another Common Floor Contra Dance in Portland, Maine. Caller: Lisa Greenleaf Band: Stomp Rocket ♬♫ ♬ ♪ ♩ 𝅗𝅥 Bethany Waickman Dave Langford Glen Loper When: Sunday, March 19th, 2023 6:45pm Doors Open 7:00pm Lesson 7:30pm Dance 10:00pm Go Home Where: Temple Beth El (400 Deering Ave, Portland, ME) Price: $15 Suggested Donation (at the […]
Class covers basic Cape Breton step dance movements that are built into steps, in the context of a routine done to selected tunes. Level will respond to participants. No experience necessary! Cape Breton step dance is percussive rhythmic dance, generally done solo, to Scottish music. Some of our routines may involve moving with/around another dancer. […]
Note New location The Maine Balkan Choir Hancock County Oblast will meet weekly on Wednesdays from 6 to 8 PM at the Unitarian Universalist Church fellowship hall in Ellsworth. 121 Bucksport Rd, Ellsworth, ME 04605 This group was started in 1998 by the late Kirsten Stockman and Joe Niemczura. We were in pandemic hibernation. This […]
Kennebec Contra Dance in the Hallowell City Ballroom Come join this dynamic group of young fiddlers, with two-time Scottish fiddle Champion Owen Kennedy, and fabulous Ben Foss on guitar, led by well known fiddler Ellen Gawler. Let them lift you off the dance floor with their sparkly collection of tunes with feisty delivery. Come early for […]
The Finnish Farmers Club of Monson presents a combined traditional Finn/Contra Dance at the Monson Gymnasium. The Finn dances will be accompanied by Alexandra Bennett and friends on accordion, fiddle and more! The contra dances will be taught by Allison Aldrich Smith, with music by the band Some Reel People. Refreshments will be served. This […]