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Brummie Contras. PSYCHEDELIC EXPERIENCES -
ENTIRELY FROM MUSIC & DANCE !
Brummie Contras. PSYCHEDELIC EXPERIENCES -
ENTIRELY FROM MUSIC & DANCE !
- All the windows will open, AND there are ceiling FANS -
COOL CONTRAS at Elmdon Heath on Sunday afternoons -
A dry, probably cloudy late morning drive -
so don't get wet from showers, or muddy in countryside or garden -
JOIN US and ENJOY CONTRA DANCE !
COOL CONTRAS at Elmdon Heath on Sunday afternoons -
A dry, probably cloudy late morning drive -
so don't get wet from showers, or muddy in countryside or garden -
JOIN US and ENJOY CONTRA DANCE !
TODAY- Sunday- The hot blooded American lady calling for you is the legendary -
- the wonderful Kathy Anderson ! Her initial calling, many years ago brought quite a surprise to New England, and further afield. Kathy's style is now deservedly appreciated in Ohio, the UK and Denmark over several decades. !
Music is from the amazing, brilliant, versatile : Double Dichotomy Mollie and Vic.
- the wonderful Kathy Anderson ! Her initial calling, many years ago brought quite a surprise to New England, and further afield. Kathy's style is now deservedly appreciated in Ohio, the UK and Denmark over several decades. !
Music is from the amazing, brilliant, versatile : Double Dichotomy Mollie and Vic.
 Mollie of Double Dichotomy
Most dances have been and will continue to be 2:00 - 5:45pm on Sunday afternoons.
- Wonderfully energetic dancing to amazing music from superb bands such as this exceptionally talented duo - Mollie & Vic. They dependably provided an excellent, and memorably lively dance. - They are - Double Dichotomy: with a brilliant pace & versatility - Well known from Sidmouth, Broadstairs & Towersey - & enjoy them next weekend at Chippenham.! |
 Vic of Double Dichotomy
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FOR THE AMERICAN-CALLER DANCES : AT THE DOOR: ADULT £10 : STUDENT £7.
Come - join us. Dances through 2016: more superb band lineups. Contras with real "lift".
STILL to come THIS YEAR : 10+ Sunday Afternoon Brummie Contras -
see DANCE DATES
STILL to come THIS YEAR : 10+ Sunday Afternoon Brummie Contras -
see DANCE DATES
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PRICE ( for a CONTRA with one of our superb contra-bands & a caller from UK ) -
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"On the door" £9.50 Student £7.00 -
You can always buy your ticket at THIS for the NEXT DANCE to obtain a DISCOUNT
Discount is normally Adult £2 (Student £1.50).
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"On the door" £9.50 Student £7.00 -
You can always buy your ticket at THIS for the NEXT DANCE to obtain a DISCOUNT
Discount is normally Adult £2 (Student £1.50).
Do sample these lively, but sociable (mainly) American Contra Dances. Inclusive hot drinks on arrival & interval.
Aerobic dancing ! Water supplied. Bring your own small water bottle.
Aerobic dancing ! Water supplied. Bring your own small water bottle.
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7th Feb dance was :
Lynne Render
Lynne Render
Gareth on keyboard, Linda on violin. Unique & soperb for dancing. The English Contra Dance Band.
Another gem picture from Mandy features some of the skilful younger dancers. C.
In title pic also: 29Nov'15 Brummie Contra, dancing to dynamic Double Dichotomy.
Our Contras are energetic.
Dance to wonderful music from amazing bands.
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Join us and be welcomed.
You will find partners here.
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For everyone to improve, we usually change around partners after every dance.
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You need plenty of water !
Bring & refill your bottle.
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Join us and be welcomed.
Expect a range of ages :
Do dance considerately.
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Everyone really enjoys this exciting dancing to superb musicians.
Some are supple; dancing youthfully. A few - still delighting in this lively dance style - do manage their moves, in spite of injury or age.
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Inclusive tea/coffee/squash/biscuits awaits travellers from 1:30.
This selection is also available in the sociable interval: about20mins.
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Chairs by tables around the room also allow you to relax & enjoy the music there, or chat - without always being pulled-in to dance !
Dance to wonderful music from amazing bands.
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Join us and be welcomed.
You will find partners here.
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For everyone to improve, we usually change around partners after every dance.
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You need plenty of water !
Bring & refill your bottle.
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Join us and be welcomed.
Expect a range of ages :
Do dance considerately.
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Everyone really enjoys this exciting dancing to superb musicians.
Some are supple; dancing youthfully. A few - still delighting in this lively dance style - do manage their moves, in spite of injury or age.
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Inclusive tea/coffee/squash/biscuits awaits travellers from 1:30.
This selection is also available in the sociable interval: about20mins.
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Chairs by tables around the room also allow you to relax & enjoy the music there, or chat - without always being pulled-in to dance !
Any kind donations of prizes for the raffle are welcomed.
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STILL 9+ BRUMMIE CONTRA 2016 DATES. DISCOUNT if you PREPAY before deadline.
FLIERS showing all coming dances are available on THIS page
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FLIERS showing all coming dances are available on THIS page
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Barry kindly offers: Transport from University Station to Elmdon Heath Hall.
19th May - Presently 3 seats available. Barry can meet train to arrive University Rail Station at 12:30 that Sunday afternoon if requested: Contact - bselwood21ATgmailDOTcom
(Please substitute punctuation for CAPITAL letters. This stops automated-detection bringing Barry nuisance mails.)
In case your eMail may be missed: If no reply after 2 days, please contact Barry again.
[Barry it is, who now is usually collecting at the door!]
[University Station: was for 2015 venue at the Chaplaincy - a different line from Solihull: it has practicable access - especially from the line to Cheltenham.]
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19th May - Presently 3 seats available. Barry can meet train to arrive University Rail Station at 12:30 that Sunday afternoon if requested: Contact - bselwood21ATgmailDOTcom
(Please substitute punctuation for CAPITAL letters. This stops automated-detection bringing Barry nuisance mails.)
In case your eMail may be missed: If no reply after 2 days, please contact Barry again.
[Barry it is, who now is usually collecting at the door!]
[University Station: was for 2015 venue at the Chaplaincy - a different line from Solihull: it has practicable access - especially from the line to Cheltenham.]
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Contra-alt-Delete are - Nicci . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Grace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Sam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ozzy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Sun 24th Jan
We enjoyed the excellent - 
Mark Elvins. AceCaller,Dance-writer
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. . . . . . Ian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Charley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Nicky.
Calling of -
Mark Elvins & Minor Contravention. But major, dynamic music from these members of two most superbly energetic Contra-Dance Bands. Ian & Charley : we've nicked from the brilliant "Vertical Expression". And Nicky to wow-us with her wild fiddle from "The Night Before". Join us ! Share & delight in dance to this great music ! |
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Always come for a 1.30 sociable welcome for 2pm. Prospect of a wonderful afternoon of lively dance. ************************** Don't miss: Brummie Contras - |
Sun 3 Jan was - Call: Geoff Cubitt
Here's Geoff Cubitt: we wished for no better. A brilliant touch had Geoff: bringing out the best from his dancers - testing our skills - & his own. Sun 3 Jan was - Music from : "The Night Before" So: it was to Nicky, Alan & Adam's dynamic pace. 
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Action: Night Before for you to enjoy again - play - To see yourself dancin' at Alcester?
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Above, some of you "Brummie Contra
regulars may also enjoy here seeing yourselves at Meg's Alcester Contra. ********************************************************* - and - see The Night Before in daylight ! - playing here at Lichfield Folk Festival. There they concede a gentler pace. But, get zesty panache at our Brummie Gig ! |
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HERE is the view of the front of the Hall, as you approach it on Cornyx Lane.
HERE an overhead view of Elmdon Heath CC Hall and car park : icon of 966 inbound bus stop from B'HAM INTERNATIONAL RAIL STN.
(Also at same stop, catch 966 returning to Solihull Centre. 3min walk to Solihull Station, for any to return there just before dance-end.)
HERE an overhead view of Elmdon Heath CC Hall and car park : icon of 966 inbound bus stop from B'HAM INTERNATIONAL RAIL STN.
(Also at same stop, catch 966 returning to Solihull Centre. 3min walk to Solihull Station, for any to return there just before dance-end.)
Very Many THANKS -
To every one of the Superb Contra Band Players and Brilliant Callers we've had at "Brummie Contras". Genuine generosity on their parts - almost without exception - has enabled the 1st full year of our “Brummie Contras” to get gradually more lively &
Better-known by more dancers without the disincentive that a high door price brings.
To every one of the Superb Contra Band Players and Brilliant Callers we've had at "Brummie Contras". Genuine generosity on their parts - almost without exception - has enabled the 1st full year of our “Brummie Contras” to get gradually more lively &
Better-known by more dancers without the disincentive that a high door price brings.
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Another gem pic from Mandy - some of the brilliant student dancers from Warwick Uni.
C. - Title pic too: 29Nov 2015 "Brummie Contra", dancing to dynamic Double Dichotomy.
Our Contras are energetic.
Dance to wonderful music from amazing bands.
*************************************
Join us and be welcomed.
You will find partners here.
*************************************
For everyone to improve, we usually change around partners after every dance.
*********************************888888****
You need plenty of water !
Bring & refill your bottle.
*****************************************
Join us and be welcomed.
Expect a range of ages :
Do dance considerately.
*****************6666********************
Everyone really enjoys this exciting dancing to superb musicians.
Some are supple; dancing youthfully. A few - still delighting in this lively dance style - do manage their moves, in spite of injury or age.
**********************************************************************************************************
Inclusive tea/coffee/squash/biscuits await traveller-arrivals at 1:30.
This selection is also available in the sociable interval of 20-30mins.
*********************************************************************************************************************************
Chairs near / in the kitchen are for those wishing to relax.
Enjoy the music there, or chat, without being pulled-in to dance !
Dance to wonderful music from amazing bands.
*************************************
Join us and be welcomed.
You will find partners here.
*************************************
For everyone to improve, we usually change around partners after every dance.
*********************************888888****
You need plenty of water !
Bring & refill your bottle.
*****************************************
Join us and be welcomed.
Expect a range of ages :
Do dance considerately.
*****************6666********************
Everyone really enjoys this exciting dancing to superb musicians.
Some are supple; dancing youthfully. A few - still delighting in this lively dance style - do manage their moves, in spite of injury or age.
**********************************************************************************************************
Inclusive tea/coffee/squash/biscuits await traveller-arrivals at 1:30.
This selection is also available in the sociable interval of 20-30mins.
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Chairs near / in the kitchen are for those wishing to relax.
Enjoy the music there, or chat, without being pulled-in to dance !
Relax after travelling, with an inclusive hot drink from 1.30pm.
THEN OVER 3 HOURS of FUN & LIVELY DANCING. Should you prefer to take life more gently - relax instead.
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THEN OVER 3 HOURS of FUN & LIVELY DANCING. Should you prefer to take life more gently - relax instead.
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Solihull Station fortuitously convenient: then B91 2SF MAPS/PRINT page has routes -
- bus or cycle details & maps. Printout there includes Sunday bus routes/times.
Kim's Fun Xmas Party great success at Elmdon Heath. Got vote for EASY CAR ACCESS !
See NEW VENUE of Elmdon Heath Hall - why Kim's pre Xmas Party was moved.
The next Brummie Contra: Sunday afternoon 3rd January - also - at Elmdon Heath !
- bus or cycle details & maps. Printout there includes Sunday bus routes/times.
Kim's Fun Xmas Party great success at Elmdon Heath. Got vote for EASY CAR ACCESS !
See NEW VENUE of Elmdon Heath Hall - why Kim's pre Xmas Party was moved.
The next Brummie Contra: Sunday afternoon 3rd January - also - at Elmdon Heath !
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On 29:11:15 was our last dance at our earlier venue of the Chaplaincy for a while.
2015 Christmas Party was at Elmdon Heath C.C. Hall - It may become our new venue.
On 29:11:15 was our last dance at our earlier venue of the Chaplaincy for a while.
2015 Christmas Party was at Elmdon Heath C.C. Hall - It may become our new venue.
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Maybe this guy looks somewhat daunted ?
Few wouldn't be if in the chair for IVFDF Warwick in Feb 2016 ! However, Jake was his able and very capable self on 29th Nov ! ***********************************************************************************************
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American Contras are fun.
Jake
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He's invited back to call for us on Mar 6th with Contra-Alt-Delete - Jake Wood.
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Visit here - enjoy the company of the regular dancers. The style is NOT hard to pick-up.
Meet others who enjoyed having recently tried their first visit.
Meet others who enjoyed having recently tried their first visit.
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Some very helpful details about Partners in Contra Dance HERE
Brilliant rules / tips for dancers, and real insight - especially for women to appreciate a viewpoint from Steve Harris.
( Written on the Eceilidh site - where these very same rules also apply. )
Brilliant rules / tips for dancers, and real insight - especially for women to appreciate a viewpoint from Steve Harris.
( Written on the Eceilidh site - where these very same rules also apply. )
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PRICE ( for the MAIN CONTRAS with one of our superb contra-bands ) -
"On the door" £9.00 Student £7.00 -
You can always buy your ticket at THIS for the NEXT DANCE to obtain a DISCOUNT
Excepting the Party Dance, discount is normally Adult £2 (Student £1.50).
"On the door" £9.00 Student £7.00 -
You can always buy your ticket at THIS for the NEXT DANCE to obtain a DISCOUNT
Excepting the Party Dance, discount is normally Adult £2 (Student £1.50).
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The first BRUMMIE CONTRA of 2015. . . . . . picture by Mandy. Annie is with Les . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Val dancing with Harry. . . . Copyright.
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ARRIVE ACCOMPANIED OR NOT – YOU ARE MOST WELCOME !
************************************************ AT A CONTRA, YOU WILL FIND LOTS OF DANCE PARTNERS. ********************************************** MANY REGULAR DANCERS MIX WELL BETWEEN PARTNERS, - SHARING TIPS ABOUT THE DANCE MOVEMENTS. - ************************************************* ALL THIS HELPS TO MAKE THE DANCING EVEN MORE FUN. ARRIVE AT 1:30: TO SHARE AN INCLUSIVE SOCIABLE HOT DRINK .
ANOTHER AVAILABLE IN THE LOUNGE, DURING THE INTERVAL . **************************************************** **************************************************************** PRICE - "On the door" £9.00 Student £7.00 - Buy at the "dance before". DISCOUNT for all dances ( except the party ) Adult £2 (Student £1.50). Get this same discount on the - Online prepayment page. Even better value with a Season Ticket. These will next be available at the door - - from December 20th for 2016. |
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Most contra dancers like to improve skills by regular partner changes after 1 or 2 dances.
Anyone may ask anyone else to dance – Go for it !
Anyone may ask anyone else to dance – Go for it !
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Jen
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You may wish to click on this page & its picture - " But I've never really done this stuff before" page. |
 . . 25th January 2015 with Vertical Expression . .
All pictures by Mandy. Copyright.
********************** ********************** so - What is a Contra dance ? click HERE - - "blue" takes you to another page ********************** ********************** 
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ARRIVE ACCOMPANIED OR NOT – – YOU WILL BE WELCOMED ! ************************* ************************* AT CONTRAS, YOU WILL ALWAYS HAVE OPPORTUNITIES TO SHARE DANCING WITH A PLEASING VARIETY OF DIFFERENT DANCING PARTNERS. |
Why on Sunday afternoons ? Easier journey: Time for tea/coffee in the lounge / on the lawn: Fewer activity clashes.
Do sample these lively, but sociable (mainly) American Contra Dances. Hot drinks 1.30pm & interval.
Aerobic dancing ! Water supplied. Bring your own small water bottle.
Aerobic dancing ! Water supplied. Bring your own small water bottle.
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Callers - like the bands - some new, some established - offering us brilliant dances.
Contra-dancing's versatility : may that long continue.
May it unite those thankful that "they still are just about able" - with the keen and more youthful dancers -
all to enjoy fresh musical & dance dynamism from wonderful bands & callers - some yet to become recognised.
Also may our brilliant established Contra bands and callers long continue !
Contra-dancing's versatility : may that long continue.
May it unite those thankful that "they still are just about able" - with the keen and more youthful dancers -
all to enjoy fresh musical & dance dynamism from wonderful bands & callers - some yet to become recognised.
Also may our brilliant established Contra bands and callers long continue !
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Contras are a great occasion for the young and keen.
But many still are very keen on this dancing, but wishing they were younger !
Please note: A few want a gentler style.
Carefully respect those recovering from injury, or enjoying the company and music but wishing to dance at their pace.
But many still are very keen on this dancing, but wishing they were younger !
Please note: A few want a gentler style.
Carefully respect those recovering from injury, or enjoying the company and music but wishing to dance at their pace.
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Those organising are sincerely appreciative of Karen W's kind administration of emails that make FPS payments possible on the website.
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Those organising are sincerely appreciative of Karen W's kind administration of emails that make FPS payments possible on the website.
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Meg Winters organises a series (ten per year) - of excellent Friday Evening Alcester Contras: at St Benedict's School, Alcester: 8-11pm.
Keep taking a regular look at this website!
Share another great "Brummie Contra" soon.
Share another great "Brummie Contra" soon.