Pacing the Music and Working with a Caller

Andrew talks about pacing the music and working with a caller (3:30)

New and Noteworthy

August 2019 Song of the Month

Stone cottage in Ireland August 2019 Song of the Month
This month's tune is "The Maid of Sweet Gurteen," sung in Northern Ireland and the Canadian Maritimes. Check out the song archive as well.

Now Available - Barnes III Companion Database

Barnes Volume 3 Cover Now Available! Companion Database to Barnes III
A database of the tunes and associated dances in Volume Three of the Barnes Book of English Country Dance Tunes with links to dance instruction and further information about many of the dances. Thanks to Robert Messer for this invaluable resource.

Affiliate Slide Show

Affiliate Slide Show
We recently made a slide show showcasing some of our Affiliates across North America. It features the work of some of our favorite photographers and music from Nat Keefe with The Bow Ties. Enjoy!

Roy Dommett's Morris Notes

roy dommett new note Roy Dommett's Morris Notes Now Available Online!
We are thrilled to announce that the treasure trove that is Roy Dommett's Morris Notes is now accessible online. Read more about this project and explore this incredible resource.

Meet Our New Executive Director

Meet Our Executive Director
In September 2017, Katy German joined us as Executive Director, and we are thrilled to have her with us! Read more about Katy and the experience and passion she brings to CDSS.

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