What can students expect from this class?
This event, which includes live music, will be a communal folk dance gathering for beginners and experienced dancers alike. There will be teaching 2-2:30, and many of the dances done later will be easily followable, while many others will include walkthroughs. This event is run by younger members of the folk dance community, and is youth-focused (i.e. young adults), but certainly not youth-exclusive. It is a space for lively folk dancing and youthful energy to flourish! |
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Cost of Class
$0-20 sliding scale ($10 suggested)
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What is the legacy of the genre/form/style you are teaching?
International Folk Dancing traces its origins back to at least the early 20th century, and is practiced today by communities of dancers around the world. In the Boston area, IFD mostly consists of dances from and inspired by folk dance culture from Europe and neighboring areas, with a focus on the Balkans. This vast repertoire of dances ranges from traditional to choreographed, line to partner, fast to slow, and straightforward to complex. |
What background, training, and or relationship do you have with this style/technique/class subject?
Teaching at this event will be carried out by various members of the folk dance community in Boston, who have been dancing for years — sometimes decades — both in recreational and performance contexts. |
Finish this statement: I am passionate about teaching this style because…
…it is a way to bring people together in community, enjoy beautiful music from a variety of countries, and share in the joy and energy of dance together. |
How can students learn more about this offering?
Website: sites.google.com/view/ifdi/home Facebook Event: https://fb.me/e/80PScVkZy
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Contact Information
Contact Taylor Yeracaris: 617-631-5498 / ctay@yyci.com |
Accompanists, Assistants, or Regular Substitutes
Lead Musician: Tom Pixton, www.pixton.org Bio: Tom Pixton plays traditional music for International, Balkan, and Scottish dance events. He has worked with many of today’s most accomplished dance teachers and musicians as accordionist, pianist, band leader, music arranger, singer, and CD producer. |
Studio 1
Taylor Yeracaris (he/him)
Street shoes are not allowed in the studio at any time.