English Country
English Country Dance is a form of social folk dance, originating in Renaissance England. It is the precursor of several other folk dances, including contra and square dance.
Most commonly, the dances are in long ways sets and progressive. Multiple sets of pairs form two long lines, pairs travel along the lines, meeting new pairs and repeating the series of dance figures a number of times. Each dance is prompted by an Instructor. The dancing is friendly and the atmosphere is informal. If you’ve seen a Jane Austen film, you’ve seen English Country Dancing. Wonderful new dances and tunes are being written all the time; this includes the work of some of our talented instructors!
Beginners are welcome: Unless otherwise noted in an announcement, beginners are always welcome. Please come a little early. Come alone or bring a friend. Anyone can ask anyone else to dance; experienced dancers are happy to help new people. It's a common practice to change partners after each dance sequence, and it works well while you're learning the basics; after that, it's up to you. Wear cool, comfortable clothes and flat shoes that aren't sticky.
Every Tuesday
Where: Concourse Hall
4531 Concourse Dr. Ann Arbor, MI 48105
When: 7:00 - 9:30pm; Beginner lesson at 6:45pm
Cost: Pay what you can; Suggested donation of $8
Performer Schedules
May-August 2023 Schedule
September-December 2023 Schedule
January-April 2024 Schedule
Tuesday ECD Programs 2004-present archive
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Advanced Dance
Where: Concourse Hall
4531 Concourse Dr, Ann Arbor, MI 48108
When: Check the AACTMAD Calendar for dates
Cost: $10/members; $12 non-members