A new book of dances mostly by Ted Sannella. It offers a great selection of 80 squares, contras, circle dances and Ted s unique triplets. A folkloristic and historical study of dances as done by the Cajun French people of southwestern Louisiana and southeastern Texas. 75 page volume also contains dance and music descriptions, teaching hints, photos and a listing of dance halls and events. 400 choice pieces from around the world for couple dancing including waltzes, polkas, tangos, hambos, zwiefachers and others.
Tunes are from Sweden, Germany, Israel, France, Denmark, Canada, Ireland, Venezuela and more.
Music and instructions for 16 country dances, historical background, full instructions for the Congress Minuet. Minuet step, honors, pattern and steps for country dances. This expanded and revised second edition adds over 100 new pieces, and contains 436 commonly used melodies. Tunes are arranged alphabetically, indexed and cross referenced to dance instruction books. Also a guide to English dance accompaniment styles.