Charleston Folk
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Videos, Press and Photos


Contra Dance Videos We Like!

This is a great introduction to contra dance from Chattahoochie Country Dancers in Atlanta, with testimonials from local dancers.  Video by Jim Crawford.
Contra Dancing. Why We Contra Dance.

George Marshall's classic beginners' workshop at a Wild Asparagus dance in Greenfield, MA on May 7, 2011.
  We are all beginners the first time  ; )
Introductory Session with George Marshall

Video by John-Michael Seng-Wheeler at GREAT BEAR GROOVE DANCE WEEKEND, June 3-5 2011 in Oswego, NY with Great Bear Trio
Great Bear Groove - Mr. Plow


A very cool view from above!   John C. Campbell Folk School Winter Dance Week, December 30, 2008 by Trudy Strawn
Contra Dance Kaleidoscope

Hot contra dancing with twirls & flourishes adapted from swing and lindy hop at the Harlequin Masquerade New Year's Eve Ball (Old Farmers Ball Asheville, NC)

Harlequin Masquerade New Years Eve

Contra dance at Table Rock State Park Moondance 2012 by Roger Prevost

A Waltz from Moondance 2011 by Roger Prevost

New England Folk Festival Association - a good mix of ages, men wearing skirts, large crowd, traditional music, great connections between people.
Contra Dance at NEFFA 2013


Here is one that Roger likes: Instant replay with slow-motion moves from a dance in Arizona

Swings & Twirls in Prescott, Arizona - Folk Happens

Press Releases

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Charleston Folk Hosts Reunion Dance.pdf
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Charleston Folk Becomes a Nonprofit.pdf
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Press Coverage

Post & Courier Article 2004.pdf
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Contact Us for More Info

Add music and fun to your wedding or other event!  We can connect you with contra dance musicians and callers who can get your guests up and dancing!  Contact Ann Birdseye at annbirdseye@gmail.com.   

Learn about Charleston Folk history, what contra dancing is, our mission, and our board.  Please check our calendar for upcoming events.  If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at charlestonfolkcontraclub@gmail.com.

Thanks for the wonderful photos by David Frantz Cameraman!

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