pennsicdance: preliminary class list

[Greg Lindahl]

Here's the preliminary class list. Please check over your classes.
I'll be sending nags about missing info (marked with XXX) and I'll
double check that I haven't double-scheduled. This fills every class
slot Thursday 8th through Friday from 10am until 5pm.

I hope to turn this in Thursday noon.

Field battle is Friday @ 10 am, so it should be over before
disassembly at 2pm.

Topical Beginners @ 3 pm each day

Wed 7  ECD: Adele Desfontaines (early)
Thu 8  16cI: Adele Desfontaines (early)
Fri 9, Wed 14 15cI: Judith (both have individual descriptions)
Sat 10 ECD: Victoria Pringle
Sun 11 16cI: Alina of Foxwood
Mon 12 ECD: Michela
Tue 13 Old Measures: Henry of Maldon
Thu 15 16cI: Katherine and Daria

Generic Beginners @ 4pm every day (substituted with ball prep 4 days)
(haven't assigned days yet):

Henry of Maldon
Elize de Nizza
Arglwydd Dafydd Cyhoeddwr
"Lowrie"

Date: Thu 8
Time: 10 am
Title: European Dance Organizational Meeting
Description: If you're going to be helping run dancing this war, please show up and help us get organized. The main topic will be evening dancing.
Dance Tent
Dance, European
No Limit
No Fee
Gregory Blount
1 hour

Date: Thu 8
Time: 11 am
Title: Teaching Dance
Description: XXX
Dance Tent
Dance, European
No Limit
No Fee
Gregory Blount
1 hour

Date: Wed 7, Thu 8, Wed 14, Thu 15 (4 times)
Time: 4 pm (same time each time)
Title: Introduction to Dance
Description: Don't know how to dance? Do you have two (or three) left feet? This class teaches dancing starting with the most basic basics. If you'd like to dance in the Barn during the evenings, this is a good way to learn how.
Dance Tent
Dance, European
No Limit
No Fee
Pennsic Dancemasters
1 hour

Date: Thu 15
Time: 11 am
Title: Furioso
Description: There are a few dances in Caroso's Il Ballarino (1581) which are ascribed as "d'Incerto", of uncertain origin (think period equivalent of SCA traditional,)  This class will teach the basic Furioso and then try a few of the variations that Caroso hints at.
Dance Tent
Dance, European
No Limit
No Fee
Messer Sion Andreas o Wynedd
1 hour

Date: Sun 11
Time: 1 pm
Title: Furioso
Description: There are a few dances in Caroso's Il Ballarino (1581) which are ascribed as "d'Incerto", of uncertain origin (think period equivalent of SCA traditional,)  This class will teach the basic Furioso and then try a few of the variations that Caroso hints at.
Dance Tent
Dance, European
No Limit
No Fee
Messer Sion Andreas o Wynedd
1 hour

Date: Sat 10
Time: 11 am
Title: Two-For-One Balli
Description: A quick review of the steps, and then we will cover balli where more than one dance exists to a given turn. Content may include Rostiboli (for 2 and 3), Leoncello (new and old), Belreguardo (3 versions) and Fia Guielmina (A and B). Some previous experience in 15th-c Italian dance advised.
Dance Tent
Dance, European
No Limit
No Fee
Rosina del Bosco Chiaro
2 hours

Date: Sun 11
Time: 11 am
Title: Twisted Balli
Description: A quick review of any unusual steps, and then we will learn a few balli and ways to modify them for different numbers of dancers. The class will most likely include Gioioso (Rostiboli) in Tre and also for 5, 7 ..., Rosina for 3 or 5, Jupiter for 3 or 5. (Must know 15th-c Italian steps eg Saltarello and Ripresa.)
Dance Tent
Dance, European
No Limit
No Fee
Rosina del Bosco Chiaro
2 hours

Date: Fri 9
Time: 11 am
Title: Crossing the Line
Description: A lot of country and folk dances from shortly post-period are done in the SCA, but there is little court dance done. This class will be a brief introduction to baroque dance. A minuet will be taught, and more material may be included as time permits.
Dance Tent
Dance, European
No Limit
No Fee
Rosina del Bosco Chiaro
2 hours

Date: Mon 12
Time: 11 am
Title: 15th-C Italian Step Workshop
Description: Exact material to be covered may vary, but will focus on perfecting and varying the performance of steps, ornamentation, improvisation and dancer interactions. (Previous experience in 15th-C Italian dance required.)
Dance Tent
Dance, European
No Limit
No Fee
Rosina del Bosco Chiaro
2 hours

Date: Mon 12
Time: 2 pm
Title: Renaissance Folk Dances: The Piva and the Saltarello
Description: This class, part lecture, part performance, will discuss the cultural context of the Piva and the Saltarello; the history thereof; the reconstructions of the basic step sequences, and rhythm and floor patterns will also be taught.
Dance Tent
Dance, European
No Limit
No Fee
Judith de Northumbria
1 hour

Date: Wed 7
Time: 11 am
Title: Ménages à Trois
Description: What is fun with two is even more fun with three.  This class will cover Italian dances for three people.  Some prior experience with Italian dance is recommended (steps such as singles, doubles, and riprese should sound familiar).  Dances to be covered: Gioioso in Tre, Vito di Cholino, Voltate in Ca Rosina.
Dance Tent
Dance, European
No Limit
No Fee
Judith de Northumbria
2 hours

Date: Wed 14
Time: 3 pm
Title: 15th c. Trenchmore: La Chirintana
Description: Chirintana was a very commonly performed, lengthwise dance that can be performed by as many as will.  It involves all of your favorite Trenchmore elements: multiple types of heys, arming in circles, and skipping..  This dance is simple, VERY period, and much fun.
Dance Tent
Dance, European
No Limit
No Fee
Judith de Northumbria
1 hour

Date: Fri 9
Time: 3 pm
Title: Basses Danse / Basse Danze (can be 15cI beginner)
Description: Relatively slow, low to the ground, and processional, these dances comprised the mainstay of 15th c. dancing in Italy, France, Spain, Germany and England.  This class will cover the French and Italian styles of low dances; all steps and rhythm will be covered.  Dances to be covered: Alenchon, Lauro and Gioioso Spagnuolo.
Dance Tent
Dance, European
No Limit
No Fee
Judith de Northumbria
2 hours

Date: Sat 10, Sun 11, Mon 12, Tue 13 (4 times)
Time: 4 pm (same time each time)
Title: Ball Preparation
Description: Tuesday's Pennsic Ball has no teaching. Don't know all the dances? Never fear: these series of classes will teach you all of the dances for Tuesday night.
Dance Tent
Dance, European
No Limit
No Fee
Judith de Northumbria
1 hour

Date: Sat 10
Time: 10 am
Title: Bizzarria d'Amore
Description: An intermediate dance for two couples, celebrating the bizarreness of love, from Cesare Negri's Le Gratie d'Amore, 1602. Knowledge of 16th century Italian steps is helpful, but not required.
Dance Tent
Dance, European
No Limit
No Fee
Ryan of Grey Gargoyles
1 hour

Date: Wed 7
Time: 1 pm
Title: Altezza d'Amore
Description: XXX
Dance Tent
Dance, European
No Limit
No Fee
Ryan of Grey Gargoyles
1 hour

Date: Wed 14
Time: 11 am
Title: Tesara
Description: XXX
Dance Tent
Dance, European
No Limit
No Fee
Ryan of Gregy Gargoyles
2 hours

Date: Tue 13
Time: 1 pm
Title: Galliard Technique and Variations
Description: Intermediate to advanced instruction in the 
French galliard, based on the descriptions, tabulations and pictures from 
Arbeau.
Dance Tent
Dance, European
No Limit
No Fee
Henry of Maldon
2 hours

Date: Thu 8
Time: 1 pm
Title: Weird Dances from Playford
Description: This is a chance to learn some Playford dances that don't look like Rufty Tufty or Gathering Peascods. The dances may include Jack Pudding, Mundesse, Parsons Farewell, Glory of the West, Dull Sir John, Step Stately, and Row Well, Ye Mariners.
Dance Tent
Dance, European
No Limit
No Fee
Henry of Maldon
2 hours

Date: Wed 7, Fri 9, Sun 11, Mon 12, Wed 14, Fri 15 (6 times)
Time: 10 am (same time each time)
Title: High-Impact Aerobic Dance, Period-Style
Description: High-impact aerobics using period steps, including the Galliard, the Saltarello, the Courante, the Branle du Haut Barrois, and capers. We might also do a few old traditional dance figures.
Dance Tent
Dance, European
No Limit
No Fee
Henry of Maldon
1 hour

Date: Tue 13
Time: noon
Title: Intermediate English Country Dance
Description: XXX
Dance Tent
Dance, European
No Limit
No Fee
Michela
1 hour

Date: Wed 7, Thu 15 (twice)
Time: 2 pm (same time both times)
Title: Tell us a Dance Story, Alina; or, What's my Motivation?
Description: Some dances lend themselves to a "storytelling" format - A story both makes the dance easier to remember and aids in its dramatic interpretation.  Come learn Villanicco as a tale of escalating violence, plus another dance or two as time and inclinations permit.
Dance Tent
Dance, European
No Limit
No Fee
Alina of Foxwood
1 hour

Date: Fri 16
Time: 11 am
Title: Twirling to Twisted Tunes; or, "You Can Dance If You Want To!"
Description: Period Italian dances to modern music - it's fun and silly and a pretty good test of how well you know the dances without the traditional musical cues!  Bizzaria d'Amore to Safety Dance (Men Without Hats), Villanicco to Stand (REM) and more.
Dance Tent
Dance, European
No Limit
No Fee
Alina of Foxwood
1 hour

Date: Fri 16
Time: noon
Title: European Dance Planning Meeting
Description: Help review dance at Pennsic 31, and make plans for Pennsic 32. After this meeting we'll disassemble the floor.
Dance Tent
Dance, European
No Limit
No Fee
Gregory Blount
1 hour

Date: Sat 10
Time: 5 pm
Title: A Real Caroso Ball
Description: A recreation of the ball described in Caroso's 1600 dance manual. This one will feature only 16th century Italian dancing; the Caroso Ball on Wednesday will feature more styles of dance. Spectators are welcome!
Dance Tent
Dance, European
No Limit
No Fee
Gregory Blount
2 hours

Date: Wed 14
Time: 1 pm
Title: A Caroso-Style Ball
Description: A recreation of the ball described in the etiquette sections of Carosos's 'Nobilita di Dame', 1600. Not everyone dances at once. Most dances are for one couple or one set at a time, with people taking turns choosing dances. Think of it as a formal bardic circle. Spectators are welcome!
Dance Tent
Dance, European
No Limit
No Fee
Gregory Blount
2 hours

Date: Tue 13
Time: 11 am
Title: Be a better dancer -- the period way!
Description: In this day and age many seem to have forgotten that a dancer's skill on the dance floor says much about his or her true nature.  Fortunately for us, Messer Guglielmo Ebreo of Pesaro has just written a manual to instruct those of who live far away from the courts.  Come learn how to better express yourself and impress others on the dance floor. Note: this is not a choreography class: we will focus on the performance of a single dance to various kinds of music.  Some prior knowledge of fifteenth century Italian dance is assumed.
Dance Tent
Dance, European
No Limit
No Fee
Lady Katherine Mercer
1 hour

Date: Fri 16
Time: 11 am
Title: Dancing for the Duplicitous: Italian Balli for Three
Description: Ladies, have too many men on your hands--now you can dance with both of them?  In this class we'll learn dances which call for two men and one woman including Belreguardo Novo and at least one other, probably Gioioso in Tre.  A basic knowledge of 15th century Italian balli is assumed but all steps will be reviewed.
Dance Tent
Dance, European
No Limit
No Fee
Lady Katherine Mercer
1 hour

Date: Fri 9
Time: 1 pm
Title: Dance and Be Merry:  How to Teach English Country Dance with Laughter
Description: Why should it be difficult and stressful to learn the basics of English Country dancing?  Laughter brings the steps easily.  Dance teachers will learn how to impart their knowledge with humor and understanding; novice dancers will learn the steps to Heartsease, Rufty-Tufty, and many other basic dances without self-consciousness or embarrassment.
Dance Tent
Dance, European
No Limit
No Fee
Lady Anjuli McDonald of Clanranald
2 hours

Date: Sat 10
Time: 1 pm
Title: Maraviglia d'Amore
Description: We'll try to develop a consistent style for 16th century dance as taught by Caroso in Il Ballarino, in the specific context of the Cascarde, Maraviglia d'Amore.  Significant class time will be spent concentrating on detailed reconstruction of steps and styling, with an emphasis on the Cascarde as an art form.
Dance Tent
Dance, European
No Limit
No Fee
Kieran and Emelyn XXX
2 hours

Date: Sun 11
Time: 2 pm
Title: Uncommon 2-couple ECDs
Description: Come do some of those other 2-couple ECDs that Playford took the time to write down.  These include Cuckolds all a Row, St Martins, Glory of the West (the "less wrong" way), plus others.
Dance Tent
Dance, European
No Limit
No Fee
Arglwydd Dafydd Cyhoeddwr
1 hour

Date: Mon 12
Time: 1 pm
Title: Uncommon 3-couple ECDs
Description: Learn a few 3-couple English Country Dances that don't get done every time the musicians get their instruments out. Included will be Scotch Cap, Fine Companion, Shepheards Holyday, and others.
Dance Tent
Dance, European
No Limit
No Fee
Arglwydd Dafydd Cyhoeddwr
1 hour

Date: Thu 15
Time: 1 pm
Title: Uncommon 4-couple ECDs
Description: Try out some interesting 4-couple ECDs that you may or may not have ever done before. Included will be Lull Me Beyond Thee, Gray's Inn Masque, and Carnarvon's Jigg, and  others.
Dance Tent
Dance, European
No Limit
No Fee
Arglwydd Dafydd Cyhoeddwr
1 hour

Date: Thu 15
Time: noon
Title: Evolution of Contrapasso
Description: Caroso seems to consider "Contrapasso da farsi in ruota" in his treatise Nobilta di Dame as a second edition (new, improved, and his) of the anonymous "Contrapasso ... in due" in his earlier treatise Il Bailarino. We'll dance through reconstructions of both and compare them.
Dance Tent
Dance, European
No Limit
No Fee
Mara Kolarova
1 hour

Date: Tue 13
Time: 10 am
Title: Cascarde per Due
Description: Come learn two 16th C. Italian dances for two people, Gracca Amorosa and La Castellana, from Fabritio Caroso's Il Ballarino.  Some familiarity with 16th C. Italian dance is recommended.
Dance Tent
Dance, European
No Limit
No Fee
Etienne de Clermont
1 hour

Date: Thu 15
Time: 10 am
Title: Cascarde per Tre
Description: Come learn two 16th C. Italian dances for three people, Bella Gioiosa from Il Ballarino and Allegrezza d'Amore from Nobilta di Dame, both by Fabritio Caroso.  Some familiarity with 16th C. Italian dance is recommended.
Dance Tent
Dance, European
No Limit
No Fee
Etienne de Clermont
1 hour