3411 Willamette Street
Eugene, OR 97405
USA
Special dance with Anadama and Gaye Fifer
Newcomers’ session at 7:00 pm, dance from 7:30 to 10:30 pm!
Come enjoy the special talent from the Cascade Contras dance weekend! Dance with some of the weekend attendees who come in early.
Note that this dance will take place at our usual location and is open to ALL,
not just folks here to dance their feet off.
Anadama is a Boston-based contra dance band that finds its roots in the traditional music of New England, Ireland, and Quebec. Infusing both old and new tunes with a distinctly modern kick, this trio plays dynamic, earthy music with vigor and honesty. Dance is at its heart. The band features Amelia Mason on fiddle, Emily Troll on accordion, and Bethany Waickman on guitar.
Amelia has a highly rhythmic style and serves up a thoroughly original flavor of New England fiddling. Emily’s accordion licks add texture and drama (and silliness) that inspires dancers to kick up their heels. The dark pulse of Bethany’s guitar provides the driving rhythm.
Gaye Fifer is an accomplished contra caller from Pittsburgh, PA. Her delightful personality makes everyone happy to be dancing, and her clear and charming explanations makes it easy. An active dancer herself, Gaye understands the subtleties of making contra dances particularly satisfying for dancers. She is also an enthusiastic advocate and instructor of the contra-style waltz.
