BALTIMORE F OLK M USIC S OCIETY

Member, Country Dance & Song Society www.bfms.org February 2007 Village Harmony, Acclaimed Youth Choir, Returns to Baltimore

Friday, March 2, 2007, 8 pm Woodbrook Baptist Church, 25 Stevenson Lane, Towson, MD Vermont’s unique youth world mu- mellifluous South African sic choir, Village Harmony, returns sound. Village Harmony direc- to Baltimore for a concert on Friday, tors Larry Gordon and Patty March 2, 8 PM, at Woodbrook Bap- Cuyler have studied traditional tist Church, 25 Stevenson Lane, in extensively with native Towson. Two years ago, there was teachers in Georgia, Bulgaria, “standing room only” for their con- Corsica, and South Africa. A cert, and the audience was awed by number of the young singers the incredible ability and energy of have also participated in sum- these teens. You won’t want to miss mer singing camps in these this event! countries. Audiences regularly remark on the “sheer agility, The concert features traditional mu- vitality and power” of the sic from Bulgaria, Caucasus Geor- group. gia and South Africa; American shape-note songs new and old; contemporary compositions; and villancicos from renaissance Gordon says, “this year’s ensemble is perhaps our finest in recent Spain. memory: motivated, highly experienced, responsive, Village Harmony’s 18 singers, age 15-19, drawn in tune, and with a range of really interesting voices.” from throughout Vermont, have earned a wide reputation for their remarkable command of var- Admission at the door is a mere $8 for BFMS mem- ied ethnic singing styles, ranging from the cutting bers, $10 for non-members, half price for kids. Doors "hard-voice” of Balkan village music to the open at 7:30. Come early to be sure and get a seat! darker sonorities of Georgian singing to the rich,

There is no more romantic Waltz Workshop and Valentine’s Extravaganza, Join us for a lovely evening if dance than the waltz! Come and waltzing and contra dancing at the learn to waltz or learn new Saturday, February 10, 2007 at St. Mark’s Annual Valentine's Extravaganza. waltz variations and refine your Gaye Fifer , Virginia's sweetheart, style with nationally known waltz instructor, Gaye Fifer . Gaye's will call to Dance du Jour . This awesome band features the ro- teaching style will have you gliding across the floor in no time. mantic and exciting sounds of Alexander Mitchell on violin, and Live music will be provided by Dance du Jour featuring the Liz Donaldson on . Special guest Henry Koretsky of Con- luscious sounds of Alexander Mitchell on violin, Liz tra Rebels fame will add extra excitement on mandolin and gui- Donaldson on piano, and special guest Henry Koretsky on man- tar. In addition to an evening of terrific contras, there will be dolin and guitar. plenty of opportunity to waltz. Don't forgot the Annual Dessert Contest at the break. Prizes and glory await The workshop is at St. Mark's on the Hill, 1620 Reisterstown you for your culinary achievements! For more Road in Pikesville. MD. It runs from 5:30 to information: Diane, 410-321-8419 or match- 6:30. Admission is $4 for members of BFMS [email protected] and affiliated groups, and $5 for non- members. A pot luck dinner will follow the St. Mark's on the Hill, 1620 Reisterstown workshop at 6:30. (The monthly BFMS Sec- Road, Pikesville, MD 21208 Admission: $7 ond Saturday Dance runs from 8 to 11.) For members, $10 non-members, $2 discount for more information: contact Alan at 410-647- full-time students 2374 or e-mail [email protected] February 2007 Somebody Scream IN MEMORIAM: RUFUS WasHINGtON Mardi Gras Dance: Steve Riley and the Mamou Playboys *

Saturday, February 10, Lesson: 8 pm, Dance 9 pm to 12 am

The Barn Theater, Community College of Baltimore County, 800 S. Rolling Rd, Catonsville

Grammy nominee Steve Riley and the Mamou Playboys are one of the top Cajun bands around. They tour worldwide while re- taining strong ties to their roots in Acadiana where they perform regularly at area festivals and night clubs, and of course, in Ma- mou the night before Mardi Gras. Steve Riley was playing ac- cordion by the age of 7, and by age 16, he was touring with

Dewey Balfa, who helped him learn to play fiddle. He has be- come the major force in Cajun Culture, bringing new vitality to the music. When Cajuns go out on the weekend looking for a band that will recharge their pride and identity, they find it in Steve Riley and the Mamou Playboys. We are so happy to bring him back for this year's Mardi Gras Party. BFMS member Rufus Washington, 58, passed away Come on out and join the at his home on January 5, 2007. Rufus was often celebration. Costumes are seen at our Wednesday night contra dances. He was always a treat. in a significant relationship with BFMS member

Admission: $20, $17 BFMS Susan Morris. Rufus is survived by his mother, 2 members w/ID,$12 CCBC/ daughters, and 6 siblings. Rufus was a relatively new CC students with ID. Spon- member to BFMS, and he enjoyed very much being a sored by BFMS and CCBC/CC Office of Student Events FFIC: part of our community. His presence will be missed [email protected],410.653.2571 wherewegotozydeco.com at our dances. BFMS sends our condolences Rufus’ From I-95, take exit 47 (Rt.1-95). Follow signs for Rt. 166. Turn family, as well as to Susan and all who knew Rufus. right onto Rt. 166 North (Rolling Road) towards Catonsville. At More information to come regarding a memorial to the second traffic light (Valley Rd/Campus Drive), turn left into Rufus. the campus. Free, well-lit parking in parking lot A. The Barn Theater is the stone building on the hill beyond.

BFMS Board News Tuesday, February 6, 8 pm The BFMS Board met on January 2, 2007. The first item of dis- We meet at the home of Jan Caughlan cussion was the purchase of a new piano. The piano at St. Mark's will no longer hold a tune and the piano at Lovely Lane is show- Board meetings are held on the first Tuesday of each month. ing its age. Various plans have been discussed, including buying Meetings are open to all BFMS members, who are encouraged to a "new" piano for Lovely Lane and moving that one to St. attend. Ice cream social after the meeting. For directions, please Mark's. We are still looking for contributions for the "Piano contact the host. For agenda or other information, please contact Fund." the President (see page 9).

The Wassail party was a success and raised enough money to Saturday, March 10, 7 pm offer a small "bonus" to the Church hosting it. ANNUAL MEETING : Save the date for the BFMS Annual The Nominations Committee will be hard at work finding candi- Membership Meeting, held to nominate candidates for the BFMS dates to fill the slots for the next Board election. Talk to Perry Board. Candidates serve from June 1, 2007 to June 30, 2008. All Shafran if you are interested in helping run BFMS in the upcom- BFMS members invited to participate. ing year. At St. Mark’s, 1620 Reisterstown Rd, Pikesville. Attend meeting and receive FREE admission to the 2nd Saturday contra dance

that night! 2 * BFMS Event † Member-sponsored event February 2007 BFMS Dance BFMS English Country Dance * BFMS American Contra & Square Dance * Monday evenings, 8–10:30 pm; New dancer workshop: 7:45 on Wednesday evenings, 8–10:30 pm the first Monday of each month New dancer orientation: 7:30 pm on the 2 nd and 4 th St. Mark’s on the Hill, 1620 Reisterstown Road, Wednesdays each month Pikesville Historic Lovely Lane Church, 2200 St. Paul St., Bal- English Country Dancing: Jane Austen did it (and wrote about timore it). George Washington did it (but not with Jane Austen). You Music and dance styles include New England, Southern Appala- can do it, too! Each dance is taught and walked through. You chian, and Celtic. Nationally-known musicians and callers ap- don’t have to bring a partner. Always live music, always pear regularly. Dances are taught and walked through. No part- friendly dancers to welcome new dancers. Admission: $10/$7 ner is necessary. New dancers are always invited. for BFMS members and affiliates. Info: [email protected] Admission: $10/$7 for BFMS members and affiliates. Full-time www.bfms.org students receive a $2 discount. Snack contributions for the break 1/2 mile inside the Beltway, Exit 20 South are welcome. Info: [email protected] www.bfms.org th February 5 From the north: Take I-83 south to the 28 Street/Druid Hill th Caller: Christopher Field . Music: Carl Friedman (violin), exit. Bear left and take 28 St. to Maryland Ave. Turn right on rd Robin Wilson (flute, concertina), and Julie Gorka ( piano ). Maryland Ave. and then left on 23 St. New dancers’ orientation promptly at 7:45. From the south: Get to Pratt St., either by taking I-95 to I-395, exiting for downtown Baltimore onto S. Howard and turning February 12 right on Pratt. Once on Pratt, turn left onto Charles and then Caller: Susan Taylor. . Music: Marty Taylor (recorders, whis- right onto 23 rd St. tle, concertina), Karin Loya (cello), Liz Donaldson (piano). Use parking lots on either side of 23 rd at St. Paul. The church February 19 is on your right. Caller: Diane Schmit. Music: Jeff Steinberg (violin) and February 7 Ralph Barthine (guitar), Robbin Schaffer calls the figures for the fine sounds of Taylor February 26 Among the Devils ( Marty Taylor , whistles, concertina, Steve Caller: Music: (violin), Hickman , fiddle, Jonathan Jensen , piano, ocarina Carl Friedman. Becky Ross Robin Wilson (flute, concertina), Jonathan Jensen (piano). February 14 Valentine’s Day Special! Ann Fallon calls to Some Assembly (Joe Klausner , fiddle, mandolin, Mary Flora , flute, Paul Classified Miller , guitar, bodhran, and Donna Boylan , piano). Ann and John Wells lead a special FREE waltz workshop at 7 pm. WANTED: Lovely hall for dancing (particularly for the balls) in the Baltimore area. Must have dancer-friendly floor!!! Please February 21 send ANY ideas to [email protected] Susan Taylor calls the figures with music supplied by the al-

FIDDLE LESSONS from Cathy Palmer (from the bands Moon- ways rockin’ Contra Rebels (Todd Clewell , fiddle, Henry Fire and Connemara.) 27 years experience teaching Irish and Koretzky , guitar, Bruce Campbell , bass).

Scottish fiddle. Private lessons and workshops. 301-865-8903, February 28 [email protected] Anna Rain does the calling to the

BALTIMOREANS tell THEIR off-the-street STORIES. Drop by dynamic music of Dave Wiesler , pi- www.stremba.us, scroll past all photos, click “Stories & Stuff ano, David Knight , fiddle, and An- …,” finally click “UP FROM THE ASPHALT.” drew Marcus, accordion. Free new dancer orientation at 7:30. BFMS accepts classified advertising from its members. Ads should be related to the purposes of BFMS, which are preserving and promoting folk music, dance, and tradition. A member’s noncommercial ad costs $5 for each 25 words or fraction (50 words maximum). Business and nonmember ads cost $10 for each 25 words Admissions do not cover the cost of (maximum 75 words). Lost and found is free (maximum 25 words). Phone BFMS events. number and email address each count as one word. Your contribution is welcome! Your ad copy and check (payable to BFMS) must be received by the Editor (see contact information on page 9) by the 8th of the month before publication. www.bfms.org 410-366-0808 3 February 2007 BFMS Music and Performance

First Thursday Cajun Concert and Dance † Monthly Community Singing in Oella †

Thursday, February 1, 7:30-10:30pm Sunday, February 11, 2-4 pm

Los Arrieros Restaurant and Night Club, 7926 Georgia Ave., Westchester Community Center, 2414 Westchester Ave, Oella Silver Spring. We gather for the joy of hearing our voices raised together. Charm City Ramblers . Enjoy Columbian, Dominican, and All are welcome - any age, experience, or comfort level with Mexican cuisines. $10. Info: 301-585-8813. Half block north of singing. Our repertoire is gospel, spirituals, rounds, etc. We Eastern Ave. Ample neighborhood parking including Montgom- work at learning the melody and harmony lines. We sing that ery County lot on King St. and in the restaurant's rear lot off song for a while, then move on to a new song. The hall has very Eastern Ave. sweet and lively acoustics. $3 donation helps cover the hall rental. At 4:30 p.m. after the singing, Peggy Adams leads the Baltimore Open Band Practice † Dances of Universal Peace in the same room until 6:00. More Sunday, February 11, 4-6 pm info: Stuart Rodes. (410) 465-1914. Directions at www.oella.org. Come toot, snap, fiddle, and plink with the ever-lovin’ Balti- more Open Band. A community gem whose members meet to Fourth at Four Storyfolk * play for dancing. Meets 2nd Sunday of each month in Catons- Sunday, February 25, 4 pm ville. All ages and instruments and levels are truly welcome. Towson Unitarian Universalist Church, 1710 Dulaney Valley Info: Susan Taylor 301-982-1107 [email protected] Rd., Towson Sacred Harp Singing † Storytellers and story enthusiasts get together to swap stories Sunday, February 11, 4-6 pm and performance ideas. It is an ideal place to try out new stories Pot luck and more singing follows in front of a supportive audience. Stony Run Meetinghouse, 5116 N. Charles St., Baltimore The Fourth at Four also plans and publicizes interesting per- formance opportunities in the greater Baltimore area. Please Join us as we sing early American hymns, anthems, and fugue bring a beverage or snack to share at the break. Everyone is wel- tunes in four-part harmony. We use the Sacred Harp , 1991 edi- come to join us, but we do appreciate RSVPs so we don’t inad- tion, and have loaner books. No experience necessary. Free. Liz vertently lock you out of the hall. Cusick 410-235-6627, [email protected] or Sharon McKinley 410-740-3250, [email protected] Info/newsletter: Barbara Woodey 410-252-1438 bell- South of Northern Parkway. Directions: www.stonyrunfriends.org/Directions.html March Issue Deadlines English Open Band Practice † February 6: Articles & classified ads Sunday, February 18, 3:30-6 pm February 8: event listings This rehearsed open band for English Country Dancing is open to all, as long as they come to practices. The band practices once a month and plays for Monday night English Country Dancing NOTE EARLIER DUE DATES THAN USUAL!!! once every 2 or 3 months. Info: Eileen Franch 410-889-3252, [email protected]

Singing for Everyone †

Sunday, February 4, 7 pm. Home of Anne & Dave Greene, 500 E. 42nd St., Baltimore. Choose from 1200 tunes you know, words are in the Rise Up BFMS-sponsored events (*) are open to the public and are Singing songbook (available to borrow or purchase). If I were a handicapped accessible. Member-hosted events (†) are held in Rich Man, Teddy Bear’s Picnic, Shenandoah are all here. member’s homes, which may not be completely accessible. Acoustic instruments welcome as are snacks to share. No ex- Please check with the host regarding access and perience necessary. Free. Dave & Anne 410-435-0967 other concerns. Unmarked events are not affilated with BFMS. Access questions? Call Mike Franch at 410-889-3252.

4 * BFMS Event † Member-sponsored event February 2007 Etc. Baldwin Station Mandolin Workshop with Orrin Almost Heaven Thursdays, 8 pm Star May 25-28, 2007

Saturday, February 3, Noon-2pm 7618 Main Street , Sykesville NEW LOCATION: Timber Ridge

February 1 - Gary Ferguson & David Cheverly, MD Camp, High View, WV (near Buf- Miner. $15 "Ashokan Farewell" is a sublime waltz falo Gap) whose haunting melody is a perfect trem- February 8 - disappear fear. $18. olo vehicle and whose exotic We're On!!! The Almost Heaven Commit- tee invites you to another exciting family More info: [email protected], yet accessible chord structure is very grati- fying to play. You'll learn both the lead affair, Almost Heaven Dance Camp, Me- www.uptownconcerts.com. morial Day Weekend, featuring Swallow- and rhythm in this workshop. For novice through intermediate players. tail and the Figments , with caller Nils Cellar Stage Fredland. We have moved down the road Includes written hand-outs and costs $40. Fridays, 8 pm For complete info see www.orrinstar.com/ to Timber Ridge where the Cacapon River Pages/MandoShops.html or email or- flows. The dancing program will include Faith Community United Methodist [email protected]. (301-773-6149). contra, swing, and waltz. The weekend Church, 5315 Harford Rd, Balti- also features a children's program, canoe- more. David LaFleur House Concert ing on the river, swimming in the pool, Saturday, February 10, Noon-2pm and late-night bonfires. Information at February 16 - Saffire, with Ann Rabson. www.contradancers.com . Contact Marti $18. Kathy & Marv Reitz, 17833 Bowie Schweitzer, registrar, at al-

February 23 - Ken Kolodner & Elke Mill Rd, Derwood, MD [email protected] or 703-437-0766 with questions. No calls before 10 am or Baker. $18.00 Guitar, dobro, mandolin, and dulcimer after 10 pm, please. Cross street: Gibbons Ave. Handicapped by,David LaFleur, performing his unique accessible. More info: 410-521-9099, mixture of folk, blues, and bluegrass for www.uptownconcerts.com. over 25 years. Open Mics Contact: 301-670-6716. Suggested Dona- Institute of Musical Traditions tion: $10 Folk Music Night Mondays, 7:30 pm Saturday, February 3, 7:30–10 pm

St. Mark Presbyterian, 10701 Old Special Events Perry Hall United Methodist Church, Georgetown Road, Rockville, MD. 9515 Belair Rd., Baltimore Mid-Atlantic Norwegian Danc- Saturday, February 17 – Dougie MacLean Free, donations welcome. and His Band. At Sylvia S. Ely Audito- ers' Spring Springar Spree www.gbgm-umc.org/perryhall March 23-25 rium, 13300 Arctic Drive, Rockville. [email protected] ,410-529-7176. $25/adv, $30/door. Washington, DC Charles St. & University Pkwy. Parking Featuring extra-long dance parties with a Info: [email protected], variety of springars and other Scandina- available behind the church, accessible www.imtfolk.org, 301-754-3611 vian dances. Music by our own Loretta from the alley. Kelley and a guest fiddler. Norway's Friendly Coffeehouse Focus Inn "national treasure," Olav Sem, will teach Friday, February 9, 8–11 pm; Telespringar and Telegangar, including Feb 11 - Julie Clark, with Big Wide Grin. Sign-up 7:30–8 styling & men's steps. And Bruce Emery 7 pm at Church of the Resurrection, 2280 of NC will review the Valdresspringar Johns Hopkins Interfaith Center, Beauregard St., Alexandria, VA. $15/$12 from last year. Beginners welcome, but members. 3509 Charles St., Baltimore best to learn basics beforehand. Info: Friendly, supportive atmosphere; good Feb 14 - Doug Alan Wilcox (CD Release Jenny Foster, [email protected], (301) 371- listening audience; coffee and refresh- Show) and Amy Speace. 8pm at O’Brien’s 4312. ments; piano on site. 410-825-0948 BBQ, 387 E. Gude Dr., Rockville. $15/ [email protected] $12 members. Chesapeake Dance Weekend Open Chantey Sing April 13-15, 2007 Feb 28 - Garnet Rogers, with Ken Avid Wednesday, February 14, 8-10 pm and Lynn Veronneau. 8 pm at O’Brien’s Camp Letts, Edgewater BBQ, 387 E. Gude Dr., Rockville. $15/ 25th Anniversary! Featuring Cis Hinkle Wharf Rat, 801 South Ann St., Bal- $12 members and the Great Bear Trio , and Kathy timore

More info: www.focusmusic.org, or Anderson with the Tractor Family . Ca- Come and lead a chantey (or other mari- Rockville: focusrock- jun music by the Pine Leaf Boys . Regis- time music), request a chantey or just en- [email protected]/301-275-7459, Alex- tration, more info: www.fsgw.org joy a chantey. Hosted by Ship's Company andria: [email protected]/703-380- Chanteymen (www.shipscompany.org). 3151 Call Myron 443-306-3706 www.bfms.org 410-366-0808 5 February 2007 Contra & Square Dances Friday Night Dancers Van Nordstram , fiddle, guitar, bass, man- Park. dolin, percussion, digeridoo, and Kim Van Nordstram , piano). Membership drive/ Laura Brown, Ann Fallon, Eva Murray, Fridays, 8:30-11:30 pm meeting. Free for FSGW members, $13 Janine Smith, and Susan Taylor call to Free new dancer class 7:30 pm for BFMS, ATDS, CDSS, $15 others. the New Southern Cowtippers (Sandy Hofferth , fiddle, Howard Zane , banjo, Spanish Ballroom, Glen Echo Park, February 18 and Jim Jones , guitar). MacArthur Blvd. & Goldsboro Rd., Susan Taylor calls to Scott Prouty , fid- dle, Ellen Hatton , guitar, Kate Brett , Admission $8. Refreshments to share are Glen Echo welcome.410-268-0231, 301-762-2231 banjo, and Kevin Enoch , bass. Contra dances, with occasional squares [email protected], and couple dances, to live music. Admis- February 25 www.hotsquares.info sion $8. Info: [email protected], Brad Sayler calls to New Hip Trio (Joe www.fridaynightdance.org. To play or DeZarn , fiddle , Ralph Gordon , bass, and Locust Lane Contra Dance Liz Donaldson , piano). call: [email protected] 2nd & 4th Fridays, 8-11 pm February 2 Elverson Contra Dance Free intro workshop at 7:30 pm Shawn Brennaman calls to Nightwatch Saturday, February 3, 7:30-10:30 (Naomi Morse , fiddle, Elvie Miller , piano Christ the Savior Orthodox Church, and accordion, and Owen Morrison , gui- pm. 5501 Locust Lane, Harrisburg, PA. tar). St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, 61 Admission $9/$8 members. Info/ February 9 Morningside Dr, Elverson, PA. directions: Dave Colestock 717-7701477, Robbin Schaffer calls to the fabulous George Mercer calling to Dancewizz. LocustLaneContra.freeservers.com. Glen Echo Open Band . Admission $8/$5students and seniors. For February 9 February 16 more information, contact Nancy Katzen at Donna Hunt calls to the Gnu Tones Duo. Laura Brown calls to Notorious (Eden 610-780-5667 or visit Ted Crane's website MacAdam-Somer , fiddle, and Larry at http://tedcrane.com/PA/ECD/ February 23 Unger , banjo, guitar). Andy Kane calls to the Contra Rebels.

Crab Contras February 23 Bluemont Dance Perry Shafran calls to Off’n Ensemble Saturday, February 3, 8-11 pm; (Heidi Hammel , hammered dulcimer, Bob workshop 7:30 Saturday, February 17, 8-11 pm; Yarbrough , flute, whistle, banjo, and bo- workshop 7:30 pm dhran, Steve Smith , guitar, and Tom Christ Episcopal Church, Whatley Grant, bass). Hall, Cambridge. Purcellville Skating Rink, 250

Perry Shafran calls to Todd Clewell, Nursery Ave, Purcellville, PA. FSGW Sunday Night Contra and guitar, and Barb Schmid , fiddle . TBA. Square Dance $7 per person, free snacks! Info/ Admission $8, $6 for Bluemont friends Sundays 7:30-10:30 pm directions: 410-546-775 or 410-901-9177. and students. More info at New dancer orientation 7 pm www.bluemont.org or call 703-777-6306 Arden Contra Dance Glen Echo Park, MacArthur Blvd. & Goldsboro Rd., Glen Echo. Sunday, February 4, 2-5 pm; work- shop 1:30 pm Contras and squares for experienced and new dancers. No partner needed. In the Arden Gild Hall, Arden, DE Spanish Ballroom. New dancers please come early. $10/$8 members/$4 age 17 Scott Higgs calls to Mat Clark and Friends. and under. Info: David Shewmaker, [email protected], www.fsgw.org. Cost: $8. Info/directions:

www.ardenclub.com, 302-478-7257. February 4 Shawn Brennaman calls to Nightwatch Hot Squares in the Olde Town (Naomi Morse , fiddle, Elvie Miller , piano Tonight and accordion, and Owen Morrison , gui- tar). Tuesday, February 13, 8:30-11 pm

February 11 Conference Center, Cherry Hill RV Gaye Fifer calls to the Great Bear Trio (Andrew Van Nordstram , fiddle, Noah Park, 9800 Cherry Hill Rd, College

6 * BFMS Event † Member-sponsored event February 2007

More Contras & Squares Other Dances

Annapolis Traditional Dance So- FSGW English Country Dancing University Campus, Baltimore. ciety Waltz, rumba, tango and more. Our 15th Wednesdays 8-10:30 pm year. All are welcome. Turn south from the Saturday, February 17, 8-11 pm; Glen Echo Town Hall, 6106 Har- jamming 4:30 pm, potluck 6 pm, intersection of 39th Street and West Uni- vard St., Glen Echo. versity Parkway onto San Martin Drive. workshop 7:30 pm, dance 8 pm Take the 3rd left turn from San Martin Dr. $9/$7 FSGW members. More info: 301- NEW LOCATION: Annapolis Bring friends and party goodies. Anne and 320-2469, 301-229-3577, or Eng- Dave Greene 410-435-0967 Quaker Friends Meetinghouse, 351 [email protected].

DuBois Rd, Annapolis February 7 Norwegian Dancing House Party

Come welcome us in our NEW LOCA- Susan Taylor calls to Jeff Steinberg Sunday, February 3, lesson/potluck TION. Anna Rain calls to the fabulous (fiddle), Dan Gillespie (recorders) , and 6:30; dancing 8 pm music of David Knight , fiddle, Julie Liz Donaldson ( piano ).

Gorka , piano, and Richard Seidel , bass. 6902 Sycamore Ave, Takoma Park February 14 Jamming and a potluck before the dance to Stephanie Smith calls to Becky Ross Norwegian springars are quite different welcome in new hall! (fiddle), Anna Rain (recorders), and Julie from the familiar Swedish hambo. Mes- Directions/info: 410-451-1791, Gorka (piano). merizing live music by Loretta Kelley on [email protected], contradancers.com/ February 21 the unique Hardanger fiddle (w/4-5 sympa- atds. Diane Schmit calls to Walter Robinson thetic strings located underneath the bowed (recorders), Bruce Edwards (concertina strings--see hfaa.org). Beginners welcome. Lancaster Traditional Dance So- and bassoon), and Liz Donaldson (piano). Bring clean shoes, food to share, and $$ for fiddler/hall. ciety February 28 .Host, Ted Hodapp: (301) 270-1875. Info/ Saturday, February 17, New dancer Tom Spilsbury calls to Colleen Reed dirs: Jenny, [email protected], (301) 371-4312. workshop 7 pm, Dance 8-11 pm. (flute), Francine Krasowska (piano), and Karin Loya (cello). Scandinavian Dance Class St. John’s Episcopal Church, 321 W. Chestnut St., Lancaser, PA International Folk Dancing Tuesdays, 7:30-9:30 pm

Featuring Contra Mantra , with Ryck Saturdays, 7:30-10:30 NIH, Bethesda, MD.

Kaiser , fiddle, Barb Schmid, fiddle and Lesson in first half hour Beginning class Feb. 6 and 20, advanced mandolin, and Jill Smith , piano. Shane Homewood Friends Meeting class Feb. 13 and 27.. In the Beginning Knudsen calls. Class, learn Hambo, Schottish, Waltz, House, 3107 N. Charles St., Balti- Admission $7/$4 students. More info: Zwiefacher, and other couple turning 717-431-7417, [email protected], more. dances. Some Hambo is done every time. . www.lancastercontra.org. Dances from Europe, Israel and other In the Advanced Class, learn dances from countries of the Near and Middle East. Boda, Orsa, Rättvick, Follinge, Viksta, Beginners welcome; no partner necessary. Varnas, Telemark, and Valdres, as well as MMFAC Frederick Contra others, including your requests. Frequently Admission $2; first time free. Al & Hildy Saturday, February 24, 8-11 pm, Saunders 410-484-9392 (check answering some live Swedish fiddle music and teach- Beginner’s workshop at 7 pm. machine message to confirm dancing is ing by Göran Ohlsson . Wear smooth- on) or Paul & Elise Kreiss ]10-367-8194 soled shoes for turning, not running shoes. Trinity Episcopal School, Freder- Air-conditioned. $5. (evenings & weekends) ick. (Near Harry Grove Stadium) [email protected] Info: Lisa Brooks at 240.731.1935,

Robbin Schaffer calls to the music of Across Charles St. from Museum Drive Devine Comedy: Steve Hickman , fiddle, (just east of Johns Hopkins). Enter down John Devine , guitar, and Marty Taylor, outside stairs from side porch. Call to ar- wind instruments. range handicapped access

Beginners welcome, no partner necessary. Free Ballroom Dancing and Les- Admission $7/$3 children under 16. More sons info: Boe Walker, 301-694-6794, Buffa- [email protected], Friday, February 2 and 16, 7:50 www.contradancers.com. pm

ROTC Building, Johns Hopkins www.bfms.org 410-366-0808 7 February 2007

Fun Stuff

This Month in BFMS History Editor’s Corner

The Valentine’s Day Extravaganza (see page 1) has Hi, everyone! A fabulous group is making their return been another long-standing BFMS tradition, with the to Baltimore. After wowing audiences in February waltz workshop and dessert contest. Let’s go back in 2005, Village Harmony makes a return trip to Charm time and see who provided the entertainment for these City. These talented youngsters sing great songs from very lovely dances. all over the world, and people who saw them last time thought they were fabulous. I suggest that if you 2006: Mid-Winter Ball held on 2nd Saturday. missed them last time (as I did, to be honest) then you 2005: Gaye Fifer with Rhapsody would not want to miss another exciting evening of 2004: Greg Frock with Waverley Station harmonies. And if you did attend their 2005 concert, 2003: Woody Lane with New Balance you know how wonderful they are and plan to attend another great concert, I am sure! 2002: Robbin Schaffer with Some Assembly 2001: Greg Frock with Findhorn Trio But before that, our thoughts turn to love and ro- 2000: Robbin Schaffer with the New Romantics mance. And what way to show that romance than 1999: Robbin Schaffer w/Carl Friedman, Susan waltzing? This month we have TWO waltz work- Brandt, and Charlie Pilzer shops, so you may attempt to be a little more graceful. 1998: No information available First, on Feb. 10, after a one-year hiatus, our Valen- 1997: Ann Fallon with Fiddlestyx tine’s Day Extravaganza is back! Waltz teacher Gaye 1996: Ann Fallon with Fiddlestyx Fifer comes on back to Baltimore to show you how to 1995: Ann Fallon with Fiddlestyx move those feet to the music. Then, on Valentine’s 1994: Ann Fallon with New Findhorn Trio Day itself, Ann Fallon and John Wells lead another Dances below were sponsored by the Baltimore Dance waltz workshop before the Wednesday night contra Council and held at Lovely Lane: dance. After this month, you will no longer have two left feet. 1993: Connie Waring with Fiddlestyx 1992: No information Finally, I need to note that in our dance community we 1991: Bob Dalsemer with Fiddlestyx are almost like family, so that when one of us passes 1990: Connie Waring with Barbara Greenberg, Paul on, we all feel it. Rufus Washington, who was rela- Prestopino, and Robert Mills tively new to our community, came often to our 1989: No dance dances with Susan Morris, and very much enjoyed 1988: Bob Dalsemer with Fiddlestyx dancing. In turn, we all enjoyed his company as well. 1987: Bob Dalsemer with Fiddlestyx (squares) Rufus left us too soon. Please dance your next dance in memory of this fine gentleman.

Perry Shafran

BFMS Newsletter Editor

8 * BFMS Event † Member-sponsored event February 2007 Baltimore Folk Music Society Folkie Interests Volunteer Interests Membership Application o Contra dancing o Greeting / ticket taking o Cajun / zydeco o Sound system Today’s Date: ______o English dancing o Refreshments Name:______o Coffeehouse / concerts o Newsletter Address: ______o Singing o Graphic design—fliers, etc. City: ______State: ____ Zip: ______o Storytelling o Hosting musicians / visitors Phone: (H) ______(W) ______o Family / kids events o Website E-mail: ______o Dance / camp weekends o Other______o New member o Renewal o Address change o Instruments / open band Do not list my: o Name o Address o Phone o E-mail o I do NOT want to receive e-mail notices of BFMS events MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES AND PRICES Individual: 1 year ($20) 2 years ($36) 3 years ($48) $______Enclose check payable to BFMS and mail to: Family: 1 year ($30) 2 years ($57) 3 years ($72) $______BFMS Newsletter only: 1 year ($12) (not available for 212 zips) $______P.O. Box 7134 Waverly Station, Donation: $______SPECIAL MEMBERSHIP: Baltimore, MD 21218 ___ Contributor ($75) ___ Supporter ($150) ___ Sustainer ($250) ___ Patron ($500) or register online at www.BFMS.org $______TOTAL ENCLOSED: $______

THE BALTIMORE FOLK MUSIC The Baltimore Folk Music Society 2006-07 Board SOCIETY is a nonprofit, educational organization dedicated to preserving and President Paul Ballard 410-987-1351 president promoting folk music, dance, and tradition. Vice President Alan Gedance 410-647-2374 vicepres Secretary Joyce Duffy-Bilanow 410-608-6731 secretary Members receive the newsletter eleven times Treasurer Tom Bryson 410-265-5386 treasurer a year and are eligible for discounts to Amer. Dance Dan Katz 410-987-1351 amdance Society events by showing their membership Cajun/Zydeco Mike Baker 410-662-1336 zydeco card. BFMS is a member of the Country English Dance Carl Friedman 410-321-8419 engdance Dance and Song Society of America, and Special Events Barbara Svoboda 410-788-2761 specialevents shares reciprocity arrangements with the Membership Martin Siemen 301-498-4011 membership Folklore Society of Greater Washington and Publicity Julia Hammid 410-254-6890 publicity the Annapolis Traditional Dance Society. Newsletter Perry Shafran 410-451-1791 newsletter 410-318-8857 mal1 Board Meetings are held on the first Members at Dorothy Ludwig Large Jan Caughlan 410-788-7611 mal2 Tuesday of each month. Meetings are open Nan Lyon 410-992-4407 mal3 to the public and members are encouraged to All emails attend. Please call or email the president @bfms.org (see right-hand column). For more information on any BFMS event, call the Committees Hotline at 410-366-0808, or visit our web Family Diane Friedman 321-8419 [email protected] site: www.bfms.org . Sat. Dances Diane Friedman 321-8419 [email protected] [email protected] Newsletter problems: Missing an issue? Zydeco Dances Patsy Yaffe 653-2571 webmaster Webmaster McGregor Yatsevitch 788-2761 Check with the Membership Officer. catoctin Catoctin Matt Bieneman 799-9180 Late delivery? Please contact the Post- archivist Archivist Diane Alberga 744-7045 master. [email protected] Hospitality Emily Aubrey/Greg Frock 433-4419 Send us letters, articles, and event [email protected] Rich Pressman 486-5240 listings . To get your event in the newsletter: Gate Committee midwinter Mid-Winter Ball Emily Aubrey/Greg Frock 433-4419 Send submission as plain text no later than Sharon McKinley/Diane Playford 740-3250 th Playford Ball Schmit the 10 of the month preceding publication. Volunteercoordinator Volunteer Mike Franch 889-3252 Email submissions to newslet- Coordinator All emails @bfms.org [email protected] . All area unless otherwise noted codes 410 The Baltimore Folk Music Society is supported in part by a grant from the Maryland State Arts Council. www.bfms.org 410-366-0808 9 PRSRT STD Baltimore Folk Music Society U.S. POSTAGE PAID P.O. Box 7134 HAGERSTOWN, MD Waverly Station PERMIT NO. 227 Baltimore, MD 21218-0134 Change Service Requested TIME VALUE

Calendar of Events February 2007 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

1 2 3 BFMS sponsored and member- Charm City Ramblers 4 Shawn Brennaman/ Mandolin Workshop w/ Gary Ferguson/David Miner Nightwatch 6 Orrin Starr 5 hosted events are in boldface . 5 Free Ballroom Dancing 7 Folk Music Night 5 See page numbers for full de- George Mercer/Dancewizz 6 tails. Perry Shafran/Todd Cle- well, Barb Schmid 6 International Folk Dancing7 Norwegian Dancing House Party 7 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Singing for Everyone 4 Christopher Field/Carl BFMS Board Meeting 2 Robbin Schaffer/Taylor Disappear fear 5 Friendly Coffeehouse 5 Waltz Workshop w/Gaye Shawn Brennaman/ Friedman, Robin Wilson, Scandinavian Dance Class 7 Among the Devils 3 Robbin Schaffer/Glen Echo Fifer 1 Nightwatch 6 Julie Gorka 3 Susan Taylor/Jeff Steinberg, Open Band 6 Gaye Fifer/Dance du Jour Scott Higgs/Mat Clark and Dan Gillsepie, Liz Donna Hunt/Gnu Tones 6 1 Friends 6 Donaldson 7 Steve Riley and the Mamou Playboys 1 David LaFleur 5 International Folk Dancing7 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Baltimore Open Band Susan Taylor/Marty Hot Square Babes/New Ann Fallon/Some Assem- Saffire/Ann Rabson 5 Dougie MacLean and His practice 4 Taylor, Karin Loya, Liz Southern Cowtippers 6 bly/Waltz Workshop 3 Laura Brown/Notorious 6 Band 5 Sacred Harp Singing 4 Donaldson 3 Scandinavian Dance Class 7 Doug Alan Wilcox/Amy Free Ballroom Dancing 7 Anna Rain/David Knight, Oella Community Sing 4 Speace 5 Julie Gorka, Richard Seidel Julie Clark/Big Wide Grin 5 Open Chantey Sing 5 7 Gaye Fifer/Great Bear Trio Stephanie Smith/Becky Shane Knudsen/Contra 6 Ross, Anna Rain, Julie Mantra 7 Gorka 7 International Folk Dancing7

18 19 20 21 22 23 24 English Open Band Diane Schmit/Jeff Scandinavian Dance Class 7 Susan Taylor/Contra Ken Kolodner/Elke Baker 5 Robbin Schaffer/Devine practice 4 Steinberg, Ralph Barthine Rebels 3 Perry Shafran/Off’n Ensem- Comedy 7 Susan Taylor/Scott Prouty, 3 Diane Schmit/Walter ble 6 International Folk Dancing7 Ellen Hatton, Kate Brett, Robinson, Bruce Edwards, Andy Kane/Contra Rebels 6 Kevin Enoch 6 Liz Donaldson 7

25 26 27 28 March 1 2 Fourth at Four Storyfolk 4 Carl Friedman/Becky Birthday of Newsletter Anna Rain/Dave Wiesler, Village Harmony 1 Brad Sayler/New Hip Trio Ross, Robin Wilson, Editor David Knight, Andrew 6 Jonathan Jensen 3 Marcus 3 Scandinavian Dance Class 7 Garnet Rogers, Ken Avid, Lynn Veronneau 5 Tom Spilsbury/Colleen Reed, Francine Krasowska, and Karin Loya 7