Mar 13
Well, a delightful surprise was in store for us last night – and that was not just good dancing – we welcomed two dancing friends whom we have not seen for some time, Cathy and Morten. The previous week we welcomed, Nicholas, a recent arrival to Sydney. Last night we polished some footwork and some …
Mar 07
Last night the Tuesday class enjoyed the first of 4 sessions with Jan McCudden who is training for her full teacher’s certificate. We all enjoyed the additional exercises focusing on footwork, technique and formations mixed in with dancing The Highland Fair, Knotwork, Miss Betty Boyle, Christine’s Fancy and Shifting Bobbins. We wish Jan all the …
Feb 15
Another night of interesting dances was enjoyed by all with much fun and laughter included. We didn’t have any visitors this week – international or otherwise – but that is the way it goes. Visitors are always a lovely surprise. This week we danced: Magic Moments (J3/6×32) 6C set, Wicked Willy (Uilliam Dona) (R4x32) 4C …
Feb 08
Congratulations to Michael Darby – a very keen dancer who attended the Camp AWEsome weekend for young dancers in Melbourne the weekend 3-4 February. Michael also entered a dance for the inaugural Camp AWEsome Dance Challenge – a strathspey called Suilean. It is a very elegant dance which encourages dancers to make the most of …
Feb 07
This week we danced: Kendall’s Hornpipe (J8x32) 2C (4C set), Red House (R8x40) 2C (4C set), May Yarker’s Strathspey (S8x32) 3C (4C set), Elusive Muse (J3x32) 3C set, Napier’s Index (J8x40) 3C (4C Set), Australian Ladies (R8x32) 3C (4C set).
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