Medieval

Would you like to hone your 15th century footwork through systematic drills that promote grace, elegance and rhythm? Do you have issues hearing the music, or finding then beat? Then join my 15th Century Footwork Drill classes (both beginner and intermediate/advanced levels on offer) and dance your way to a happier person! :-)     Cost: $4 per person per class When: times/dates/levels detailed on registration form - Remember to double check your time zone! All times are based on New Mexico, United States

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For those who crave the rabbit hole! :)  This three-hour workshop shall not only teach a choreography, but also paint a cultural picture from primary source chronicles describing dance in context and work on drilling the refinements for every step and transition to create a truly elegant, tantalizing result for both dancers and audience. And finally, we shall examine some variations from across the sources to create a sense of variety. This workshop shall be focusing on the various versions of Amoroso (there are four, in fact...).   Cost: $17 per person  Registration: https://forms.gle/Mo2uCKwiBjndsXKy9   When: April 24, 10:00-13:00, MST Where: Zoom

For those who crave the rabbit hole! :)  This three-hour workshop shall not only teach a choreography, but also paint a cultural picture from primary source chronicles describing dance in context and work on drilling the refinements for every step and transition to create a truly elegant, tantalizing result for both dancers and audience. And finally, we shall examine some variations from across the sources to create a sense of variety. This workshop shall focus on Marchesana.   Cost: $17 per person  Registration: https://forms.gle/Mo2uCKwiBjndsXKy9   When: March 28, 10:00-13:00, MST Where: Zoom

Join the Contessa and the renowned ensemble Gaita Medieval Music for a delightful morning/afternoon/evening of live music and dance - fifteenth century style! this month's theme is a celebration of Spring! For those who wish to fully participate in the theme, accessories might include wreaths and garlands of flowers and/or greenery - but not required for you to join us! :)   To encourage maximum participation, some of the dances shall be taught or walked through, with varying levels of complexity to satisfy everyone's tastes! Note that you can find detailed instructional videos for Grene Gynger, Amoroso, Vita di Cholino and Marchesana here (don't forget to like & subscribe if you enjoy the videos :-) ):   https://www.patreon.com/thecreativecontessa   For those who wish to review dances for the ball, two Ball Prep sessions are being offered shortly before the ball:
https://forms.gle/bmoiBi1KnjvWf6Ha8   Cost: Donation to support the efforts of the musicians and dance mistress. :)   Donations can be made via: Venmo: Rachel-Lorenz-7 (phone 253-285-8050) Paypal (send money to friends): thecreativecontessa@gmail.com   Zoom link:    https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85430750111?pwd=ZzE4L1RVeDhkTjEyNW13cmg1Q3hHZ…   Date/Time: March 27, 12:00 PM MST (GMT -7)

The order of dance shall be as follows:   Opening dance: Cupido & Saltarello Petite Rose Pregionera* Filles a Marier# Leoncello* Lybens Distonys Danse de Cleves* Amoroso# Orynge* Gioliva & Saltarello# Marchesana* Vito di Cholino* Fia Guilemina* Gioioso* Grene Gynger#   # = quick walk-through review * = those who know it no mark = speed-taught  

Would you like to take your medieval and Renaissance dance to the next level? Or to learn exciting new versions of delightful dances from the glorious courts of the 15th century? Wish to hone fundamental footwork and techniques? Then join my four-part workshop series and expand your repertory! We shall be covering several dances over this series, possibly to include (rate of progress allowing):  Bassadanza Pellegrina, Bassadanza Mignotta vecchia, and Gratiosa   All classes shall be recorded and shared with participants, so no worries about missing a class, or not being able to keep up - you can review every second of class at your own pace!    Cost: $20 per person for whole series   Dates: April 18, April 25, May 9, May 16 Time: 12:15 - 13:15 pm MST (GMT -7)

Would you like to explore graceful social dance from the bygone era of the great medieval and Renaissance courts? Have no real experience, or wish to review fundamental footwork and techniques (and possibly learn new versions of dances)? Then join my four-part workshop series and walk away with a fundamental grasp of both the basics and several dances. We shall be covering several dances over this series, possibly to include:  anello for two (a completely new Contessa creation in the proper style), petits vriens, and danse de cleves.   All classes are recorded and shared with participants, so no worries about missing a class, or not being able to keep up - you can review every second at your own pace!    Cost: $20 per person    Dates: April 18, April 25, May 9, May 16 Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm MST (GMT -7)

Registration: https://forms.gle/U4oLmvdFzFuPgS8f9

Historisches Tanzfest mit Okzitanis

Ein festlicher Abend mit Tänzen aus Mittelalter & Früh-Renaissance für Freunde des historischen Tanzes und interessierte Neulinge.

Die Tanzmeiserinnen und Mittelaltermusikerinnen vom Duo Okzitanis spielen zum Tanze auf und leiten alle Tänze fachmännisch an. Getanzt werden Kreis-, Hecken- und Figuren-Tänze, die den Bogen spannen von der Ausgelassenheit dörflicher Feste bis hin zu Pracht höfischer Bälle.

Auch die Gaumenfreuden kommen nicht zu kurz. In den Tanzpausen wird ein 2-gängiges historisches Mahl kredenzt (auf Wunsch vegetarisch).
Mittelalterlicher Sang und Klang von Okzitanis erheitern dazu die Sinne.

 

Datum: Samstag, 31. Oktober 2020
Beginn: 20:00 Uhr
Veranstaltungs-Ort: Zieglersaal, Akropolis-Ziegler, Baumeisterstraße 18, 76137 Karlsruhe
Eintritt: 38,- Euro inkl. 2-gängiges Menü

 

Die Teilnehmerzahl ist begrenzt - bitte E-Tickets kaufen!
Infos & Tickets: http://www.bal-renaissance.de

• Historisches Tanzfest mit Okzitanis

  Ein festlicher Abend mit Tänzen aus Mittelalter & Früh-Renaissance für Freunde des historischen Tanzes und interessierte Neulinge.

  Die Tanzmeiserinnen und Mittelaltermusikerinnen vom Duo Okzitanis spielen zum Tanze auf und leiten alle Tänze fachmännisch an. Getanzt werden Kreis-, Hecken- und Figuren-Tänze, die den Bogen spannen von der Ausgelassenheit dörflicher Feste bis hin zu Pracht höfischer Bälle.

  Auch die Gaumenfreuden kommen nicht zu kurz. In den Tanzpausen wird ein 2-gängiges historisches Mahl kredenzt (auf Wunsch vegetarisch).
  Mittelalterlicher Sang und Klang von Okzitanis erheitern dazu die Sinne.

  Datum: Samstag, 25. Januar 2020
  Beginn: 20:00 Uhr
  Veranstaltungs-Ort: Waldheim - Festsaal, Waldheim 1, 81377 München-Großhadern
  Eintritt: 38,- Euro inkl. 2-gängiges Menü

  Die Teilnehmerzahl ist begrenzt - bitte rechtzeitig Tickets kaufen!
  Infos & Tickets: http://www.bal-renaissance.de