Maivish | Great Bear |
Adam Broome, Matthew Olwell and Jaige Trudel | Andrew VanNorstrand, Noah VanNorstrand, Kim Yerton, Rebecca Bosworth-Clemens, Dana Billings and Chris Miller |
Playing music drawn from the British Isles, Ireland and America with a mix of original compositions, Maivish performs with inspired interplay and captivating spirit. They are celebrated for a powerfully rhythmic and lyrical sound that is honed to perfection for dancing. | For more than sixteen years, GREAT BEAR has pushed the boundaries of modern contra dance music. They are known all over North America for their epic dynamics, genre-transcending arrangements and deep dance grooves. |
Luke Donforth | Sarah VanNorstrand |
Luke Donforth is becoming well-known across the US and Canada for his fun, warm, humorous, and helpful calling, and dancers enjoy the mix of dances from chestnuts to new compositions. | Sarah VanNorstrand has over 10 years’ experience organizing and calling for Contra dances, including numerous weekends. She has a clear and engaging teaching style and a great repertoire of dances to share. |