Sue Gola & A Band With No Name
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On the first part of the contraI was looking at all the lifeThere were heys and stars and spins and thingsThere was box the gnat and swings.The first thing I met was a Tern passing throughAnd no frowns to be foundThe floor was full and the spirit highAnd the air was full of sound.I’ve been to the contra with A Band With No NameIt felt good to be out of the rainAt the contra, Sue will remember your name‘Cause for to dance at Tern will give you no pain
Swingin' Tern presents
Sue Gola
with
A Band With No Name
Sue Gola
Sue Gola calling at Swingin' Tern
A long-time contra dancer, Sue Gola was drawn into calling contras in 2014. Since then, she has called at dances both large and small throughout the Northeast. Sue gives instructions concisely and clearly and has a friendly way about her that makes dancers feel welcome.
A Band With No Name
A Band With No Name features Michael Gorin on fiddle; and Helen White on flute and percussion. The third musician currently being confirmed is likely to be Mark Ettinger on piano.
USEFUL INFORMATION:
- We have a sliding admission scale of $15 to $20+ for adults. If you are able, you can allow us to continue booking this amazing talent by paying $20 or more at the door. If that’s a stretch, stay at the regular $15 or volunteer and get in for free. Student admission is $5. We accept Apple/Google Pay and credit cards.
- Newcomers are welcome to come at 7pm for an introductory lesson on the basics of contra dancing. No partner is necessary. All dances are taught with a “walk-through” by the caller.
- Masks and vaccines are optional.
- All dances at Swingin’ Tern are called to the gender-neutral terms Larks & Robins.
- Our hall is air-conditioned with the option to open windows on all four sides.
- Our dance is two blocks from the Chatham station on the Morris/Essex line out of Penn Station, NYC.
- We welcome contributions of home-baked [or not] goodies to share at the break.
- Please bring your own water bottle. Water bottles may be filled at the orange Igloo cooler.
- Wear comfortable clothing. Contra dancing is aerobic. We prefer you carry in your shoes.
- We are a friendly, inclusive group. Pack plenty of smiles!
Hourly Schedule
Dance Schedule
- 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM
- Beginner's Workshop
- Learn the basics or help the newcomers.
- 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM
- Dance
- The main event.