This event, which includes live music, will be a communal folk dance gathering for beginners and experienced dancers alike. There will be teaching 2-2:30, and many of the dances done later will be easily followable, while many others will include walkthroughs. This event is run by younger members of the folk dance community, and is youth-focused (i.e. young adults), but certainly not youth-exclusive. It is a space for lively folk dancing and youthful energy to flourish!

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International Folk Dancing traces its origins back to at least the early 20th century, and is practiced today by communities of dancers around the world. In the Boston area, IFD mostly consists of dances from and inspired by folk dance culture from Europe and neighboring areas, with a focus on the Balkans. This vast repertoire of dances ranges from traditional to choreographed, line to partner, fast to slow, and straightforward to complex.

Teaching at this event will be carried out by various members of the folk dance community in Boston, who have been dancing for years — sometimes decades — both in recreational and performance contexts.

…it is a way to bring people together in community, enjoy beautiful music from a variety of countries, and share in the joy and energy of dance together.

Website: sites.google.com/view/ifdi/home

Contact Taylor Yeracaris: 617-631-5498 / [email protected]

Lead Musician: Tom Pixton, www.pixton.org

Bio: Tom Pixton plays traditional music for International, Balkan, and Scottish dance events. He has worked with many of today’s most accomplished dance teachers and musicians as accordionist, pianist, band leader, music arranger, singer, and CD producer.