Mendocino English Country Dance
Jul 27, 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Free – $15
This month’s dances will be programmed, taught and prompted by caller Lea Smith, who, at 7:30 (immediately preceding the main dance at 8:00), will lead an introductory session for newcomers and old hands alike to learn (or refresh) basic ECD figures, including any featured in the evening’s dance program. No partner required; come as you are; if you can walk, you can dance. All dances will be taught and prompted.
The Evening’s Events
- 7:30–8:00 Newcomer ECD instruction
- 8:00–10:00 English Country Dance
Normally the fourth Saturday, this dance shifted to Sunday to avoid conflicting with the closing concert of the 2025 Mendocino Music Festival.
Details
- Admission $15 per person; age 30 and under free
- Face coverings are optional. If you don’t feel well, please come next month instead.
- Dances are fragrance-free. Please avoid personal care products not labeled “fragrance-free.”
- Bring your own cup or water bottle. No communal snack table; BYO treats.
We’re excited about the return of LIVE MUSIC! Members of our beloved long-time house band, Take a Dance, are now providing great music at monthly dances.
Dance Programme:
La Gavre, DML, 6/8, ABCD, B3, p 80.
Apley House
Key to the Cellar, TML, 3/2, B2, p 40.
the Prince of Westborough, DML, 3/4, B3, p 113, tune; The Middle of Night by Peter Barnes.
Paul’s Alley, DML, 6/8, B3, p 108.
Orange Nan, DML, 3/2, B2, p 98.
Parson Upon Dorothy, 2 cu. long., 2/2, B2, p 99.
Omai, 3 cu. long., N.I.B., “Captain Cook’s Country Dances,” Heather Blasdale Clarke.
Wibsey Roundabout, 5 cu. round, B1, p 138.
Dance order and content may vary at caller discretion based on circumstances.
