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The English Dance section's focus is on historical and recently-composed English country dances and English traditional barn dance (or ceilidh dance), and includes dance instruction books, tunebooks and both dance-length recordings and listening music. It also includes material of related interest such as:
  • Renaissance/Early Music
  • Early American/Colonial
  • Morris
  • Longsword and rapper sword
  • Molly and garland dance
  • May Day celebrations
  • See also Archive editions of Country Dance and Song Journal.

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Artist/Author/Band Title, Subtitle, additional information, publication date, number of pages, special codes Format Price
Allsop, Ivor (Anthony G. Barrand, ed.) Longsword Dances from Traditional and Manuscript Sources (hardcover)
A must have. Notation of 27 longsword dances and sword plays, mainly from Yorkshire, collected by the former squire of the Morris Ring. With diagrams, music and interesting background info. 1996 384pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included | Reference, History or Index |		 book $35.00
Arbeau, Thoinot Orchesography
Perhaps the most valuable source book on 16th century dance, music, and social mores; first published in 1589. Revised edition includes music and new appendix with Labanotation. 1967 266pgs | Written Music Included | Reference, History or Index |		 book $15.00
Bacon, Lionel A Handbook of Morris Dances
"The Morris Bible," this book includes common dances and music, as well as many previously unpublished dances from Sharp and other collectors. Hardcover looseleaf. First published in 1951. 1986 350pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included | Reference, History or Index |		 book $60.00
Barclay, Les & Ian Jones, eds. Community Dances Manual, Rev. Ed.
A classic, comprehensive and indispensable collection, newly revised (first volume by Peter Kennedy was published in 1947). Instructions for more than 130 English and American traditional dances with 140 tunes. Detailed notes on formations, steps and figures. See also the companion CD Welcome to the Dance by EFDSS; it has dance instructions from the book. 2005 115pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $43.50
Barlow, Jeremy, ed. The Complete Country Dance Tunes from Playford's "Dancing Master"
Over 530 tunes and their variants from the 18 original editions of Playford's The Dancing Master. Good reference for those interested in English music history. 1985 136pgs | Written Music Included | Reference, History or Index |		 book $30.00
Barnes, Peter The Barnes Book of English Country Dance Tunes
An invaluable collection of English country dance music (436 tunes with chords). With section on piano accompaniment and cross-reference to dances. 1996 178pgs | Written Music Included |		 book $20.00
Barnes, Peter The Barnes Book of English Country Dance Tunes, Vol 2
The long-awaited sequel to the first ECD Tunes book is here! This collection has a great many recently composed tunes or traditional tunes for recently composed dances, as well as music for many older dances that have become popular since the last book. Straightforward tunes and keys are represented, as well as more challenging ones with subtle phrasing, tricky rhythms and plenty of opportunity for improvisation in a variety of keys and styles. With chord suggestions and master index (incl. alternate tune titles) for both vols. 1 & 2. For dance instructions see Allison Thompson's book Dances from Barnes Two 2006 176pgs | Written Music Included |		 book $20.00
Barrand, Anthony G. English Clog Dance Steps, 3rd Ed.: Hornpipe, Waltz and Reel
Notations for reel, hornpipe, and waltz clog steps found on clog dance video #12 (for rent from CDSS), plus other steps Tony uses in his own dancing and teaching. 1991 72pgs | Instruction Included |		 book $15.00
Barrand, Anthony G. Six Fools and a Dancer: The Timeless Way of the Morris (hardcover)
A history of the morris -- origins in England and development in America, basic techniques of individual and team dancing, and dance notations for many traditions. 1991 264pgs | Instruction Included | Reference, History or Index |		 book $35.00
Barron, Marshall A Brace of Tunes Composed by Jonathan Jensen and Gary Roodman: From Gary Roodman's Dance Books
The second in a series of tunebooks inspired by Gary Roodman's dances. All tunes written by Jonathan Jensen and Gary Roodman. Arranged for three instruments. The corresponding dances can be found in Roodman's Calculated Figures series. 2005 38pgs | Written Music Included |		 book $15.00
Barron, Marshall A Cord of Trad Tunes: From Gary Roodman's Dance Books
Three-part arrangements for all the traditional tunes which are used to accompany the contra-style dances in the Calculated Figures books. 2005 34pgs | Written Music Included |		 book $15.00
Barron, Marshall Knives and Forks: The Complete Neal Collection
Arranged for three instruments. Fifty-nine country dance tunes from the John and William Neal (1726) collection. Reflects the wide scope of musical styles then current - from traditional tunes to those by known composers, and from cheerful and light-hearted to dark and somber. 2006 68pgs | Written Music Included |		 book $25.00
Barron, Marshall A Measure of Tunes by Anon and Friends: From Gary Roodman's Dance Books
The third in a series of tunebooks inspired by Gary Roodman's dances; chosen to reflect the diversity of music found in English Country Dance repertoire. Music mostly published by Playford and "Anon"; arranged for three instruments. The corresponding dances can be found in Roodman's Calculated Figures series. 2005 27pgs | Written Music Included |		 book $15.00
Barron, Marshall Minuets, Cotillions and Early American Country Dances
These "catchy tunes in easy fiddle keys" are arranged in three parts. For the 22 dances in Morrison's book Twenty-Four Early American Country Dances. See also the Playford Consort's cassette Young Widow. 1990 48pgs | Written Music Included |		 book $15.00
Barron, Marshall A Score of Tunes by Classical Composers: From Gary Roodman's Dance Books
The first in a series of tunebooks inspired by Gary Roodman's dances. These 23 tunes from Bach, Handel, Vivaldi and others were chosen to reflect the diversity of music found in English Country Dance repertoire. Arranged for three instruments.The corresponding dances can be found in Roodman's Calculated Figures series. 2004 44pgs | Written Music Included |		 book $15.00
Barron, Marshall Splendid Shilling
English Country Dances arranged by Barron Marshall. The tunes in this books are those heard on CDS-8. 1996 26pgs | Written Music Included |		 book $15.00
Barron, Marshall A Sum of the Parts - Tunes by Contemporary Composers: From Gary Roodman's Dance Books
Tunes by composers Tom Siess ("Accord for Pinewoods"), Peter Jung ("Far Away"), Dave Wiesler (adapted from Scherzo in Cminor for "Mary K") and more, to match Gary's dances. Arranged in three parts. 2005 22pgs | Written Music Included |		 book $15.00
Barron, Marshall Wallflowers at the Drancy Fess Ball, Book 3 or Peggy's Posies
Three-part arrangements (with chords) for more English country dances popular with the New Haven English Country Dancers and with Peggy Vermilya. 2006 | Written Music Included |		 book $15.00
Bentley, Bernard J., ed. Fallibroome Collection 2: English Country Dances
Seventeen English dances (12 longways and 5 set dances) from Playford's The Dancing Master 1713-1728. 1965 24pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $12.50
Bentley, Bernard J., ed. Fallibroome Collection 3: English Country Dances
Sixteen English dances (8 set dances and 8 longways) mainly from Johnson's 200 Favourite Country Dances c. 1750. 1968 16pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $12.50
Bentley, Bernard J., ed. Fallibroome Collection 5: English Country Dances
Eighteen English dances (10 set dances and 8 longways) from various sources (Rutherford, Budd, etc.) 1713-1790. 1977 18pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book currently unavailable
Bolton, Charles More Optimistic Dances
More original dances with tunes: Xanadu, The Felton Rag, A Trip to Hengrave, Harrow Howdown, Mr. Bolton's Fancy, Twenty-Five C.C., Olive's Toy, Dunwich Heath, Primrose Hill and Nora's Christmas Box. 1988 12pgs | Written Music Included | To be discontinued		 book $6.50
Bolton, Charles Round Robin
Seventeen of Mr. Bolton's newest original dances. Most are longways formations and a few mixers and circles. With helpful teaching tips. Round Robin, Cordiality, King for a day, Orliana, Fresh Fields, Ashworth, Pastures new, 16th of November, St Georges Day, Gender bender, A southerly breeze, The elixir, Moonwalk, Ruby Revelry, Moscow Nights, Springfield Court and Mr Playford's Roundabout. See also companion CD, same title, by the Flying Romanos. 2005 | Instruction Included |		 book $14.50
Bolton, Charles, ed. Retreads, Vol. 9: 17th- and 18th-Century Dances
The newest Retreads volume, including chords and bonus index of dances for volumes 1-9. The Restoration of King Charles. Linco, Drive the cold winter away, Ely Minster, Young Damon, Lord How's Jig, A trip to Nottingham, Dunkirk,'Twas o'er the hills and far away [2nd version] and Blenheim Pound. 2003 12pgs | Written Music Included |		 book $10.50
Boyes, Georgina, ed. Step Change: New Views on Traditional Dance
Seven views of English traditional dance (mostly Morris/ritual) by some of today's leading researchers. Reflects new approaches, some controversial. For the enthusiast as well as the general reader. 2001 201pgs | Reference, History or Index |		 book $19.75
Broadbridge, Nicolas M. & Marjorie Fennessy Purcell's Dancing Master
Nearly 50 dances, historical and modern, all with tunes by Henry Purcell. With original and modern interpretations of the dances, and Purcell's harmonies plus simple harmonies. Extensive historical notes. See The Assembly Players's CDs A Purcell Ball and Purcell, Encore!. 1996 119pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $52.25
Callaghan, Barry
New!		 Hardcore English
This inspired collection of 300 tunes gives an overview of our current understanding of English traditional dance music. This book includes booklists of re-published musicians manuscripts, important compilations of English traditional music. Fascinating studies of English traditional musicians, how folk music varies regionally and an up-to-date guide to the enormous resources, including thousands of tunes now available on the internet.
The double CD with the same title, also compiled by Barry Callaghan, contains thirty-two tracks of tunes played by many of the leading ceilidh bands, including The Old Swan Band, The Bismarcks, Geckoes, Florida and Pete Coe.. 		book $40
Callens, Philippe Antwerp Antics: A Third Collection of English Country Dances
Reconstructions of country dances published in early 18thC London (Walsh, Young..) plus some of well-known caller Callens' own compositions. With index for all 48 dances in this book as well as Continental Capers and Belgian Boutades. 2004 40pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $11.50
Callens, Philippe Belgian Boutades: A Second Collection of English Country Dances
Original English country dances plus five reconstructions of historical English dances from this Belgian caller. See the companion CD Red Star Line by Joyful Noise/Hold the Mustard. 2002 40pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $11.50
Callens, Philippe Continental Capers: A Collection of English Country Dances
Thirteen original English country dances and three reconstructions of historical English dances. See the companion CD Red Star Line by Joyful Noise/Hold the Mustard. 1999 40pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $9.50
Cass, Eddie The Lancashire Pace-Egg Play: A Social History
The Lancashire pace- or peace- egg play is urban folklore; related to other popular hero-combat plays but unusually associated with Easter, not Christmas. Its history is here explored in a regional and social context. 2001 256pgs | Reference, History or Index | Sale item		 book $16.00
Cass, Eddie & Steve Roud Room, Room, Ladies and Gentlemen..: An Introduction to the English Mummers' Play
A discussion of the roots and history of this captivating, living tradition. Includes a selection of play texts, performance hints for general as well as school use, and many fascinating photos. A must have. 2002 120pgs | Reference, History or Index | To be discontinued		 book $28.25
Chandler, Keith Morris Dancing in the English South Midlands, 1660-1900: A Chronological Gazetteer
Chronology of performance, participant details, and bibliography of primary sources for each of 151 English locations which had a morris side from 1660 to 1900. 1993 246pgs | Reference, History or Index | To be discontinued		 book $26.75
Chapru, Doleta A Festival of the English May
A sampler of English May folk activities, including instructions for maypole and morris dances, maypole construction and decoration, songs, recipes, and more. 1991 90pgs | Reference, History or Index |		 book $10.50
Cleaver, Bert Morris Jigs from Bledington, Headington, Longborough and Bucknell
Written in response to very popular jig workshops hosted by the Greensleeves Morris Men. Dances with tunes. 1986 34pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included | To be discontinued		 book $8.25
Cleaver, Bert Sherborne Dances and Jigs
Description of 13 dances as interpreted and performed by the Greensleeves Morris Men. With tunes. 1983 31pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included | To be discontinued		 book $8.25
Cook, Tom & Mike Wilson-Jones Grand Master, Dancing Master: A Collection of Country Dances
Material chosen from Young, Kynaston, Walsh, Thompson, Playford, plus two modern compositions. With music. See Fleming-Williams's recording of the same name. 1991 28pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $8.00
Cook, Tom, ed. Hunter's Moon: A Collection of English Country Dances
Instruction for six recently composed and nine 17th/18th century English country dances from various sources. Includes "Smithy Hill" and "Volpony." 1987 33pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $8.75
Cornelius, Helene & Francis Attanasio
 Favorites of the Boston Centre: Dances for Volume 1
Instruction book to match the music on Vol. 1 of Bare Necessities' popular CD series "The English Country Dance Collection". An eclectic mix featuring both classic chestnuts dating from 1698 to 1766 and modern classics. The dances have lovely tunes with well-matched figures, selected by the Boston Centre for their Fall Dance Party: Jack's Maggot, Sun Assembly, The Old Mill, The Female Saylor, John Tallis' Canon, Sally in our Alley, Long Live London, Round About Our Coal Fire, The Introduction, Hudson Barn, Bury Fair, Quite Carr-ied Away, Easter Morn. Written music not included. 2007 38pgs | Instruction Included |		 book $9.00
Cornelius, Helene & Francis Attanasio More Favorites of the Boston Centre: Dances for Volume 2
The instruction book to accompany the music on Vol. 2 - "More Favorites of the Boston Centre" - of Bare Necessities' popular CD series ""the English Country Dance Collection"". The fourteen favorite dances include many classic "chestnuts" from the 17th and 18th centuries, as well as some more modern compositions . Written music not included. 2006 | Instruction Included |		 book $9.00
Cornelius, Helene & Francis Attanasio
New!		 Simple Pleasures: Dances for Volume 3
Simple Pleasures: Dances for Volume 3, is the latest companion booklet to the CDS Boston English Dance Collection Series by Bare Necessities. Volume 3 is a compilation of dances particularly good for casual or less experienced dancers. The book includes dance instructions, dance tips and notes. Dances include Christina, Freeford Gardens, Lovely Nancy and Yellow Stockings. Written music not included. 2009 | Instruction Included |		 book $9.00
Cornelius, Helene & Francis Attanasio
 Strong Roots: Dances for Volume 9
The instruction book to accompany the music on Vol. 9 - "Strong Roots" - of Bare Necessities' popular CD series "the English Country Dance Collection". The fourteen easy historical dances include Apley House, Braes of Dornoch, Hop Ground, Mr. Isaac's Maggot, Portabella and Spanish Jigg. Written music not included. 2007 | Instruction Included |		 book $9.00
Cornelius, Helene & Francis Attanasio
New!		 New Roots: Dances for Volume 10
The instruction book to accompany the music on Vol. 10 - "New Shoots" - of Bare Necessities' popular CD series "the English Country Dance Collection". The dances in this volume are all compositions from the finest in American choreographers, with none of them older than 1995. This is the vibrant and ever creative next wave of English Country Dance. Written music not included. 2008 | Instruction Included |		 book $9.00
Cornelius, Helene, ed. Hudson Barn II: Dances from the Boston Centre
Ten English country dances of the first edition plus seven new ones, written by CDS Boston Centre members Claudio Buchwald, J.M. Graetz, Earl Gaddis, Jacqueline Schwab, Charles Hammond, Victor Skowronski et al. 2000 35pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $8.00
Country Dance and Song Society Dances for a Crowded Hall: Self-Contained English Dances
The latest in our CDSS Booklet Series. Six experienced English dance leaders present programming and hall management suggestions for a crowded hall. Does not include actual dance instructions. 2004 20pgs | Reference, History or Index |		 book $5.00
Country Dance and Song Society Dancing in Schools: A Series of Reprints from the Country Dance and Song NEWS
Wondering how to bring the next generation to dance and song? Read these collected NEWS reprints recounting readers' experiences, success stories and practical advice for teaching traditional country and ritual dance in school settings. 2001 26pgs | Reference, History or Index |		 book $5.00
Country Dance and Song Society Family and Community Dances
Lots of useful information on creating, programming, and organizing a family dance from contributors Dudley Laufman, Andy Davis, Bob Dalsemer, Marian Rose, and Joan Shimer. With extensive resource list. 1999 29pgs | Reference, History or Index |		 book $5.00
Country Dance and Song Society (Allison Thompson, ed.) Legacy: 50 Years of Dance and Song
A compilation of the best dances, songs, tunes and reflections contributed by our members and published in the CDSS News and its predecessors. 52 American dances, 46 English dances with music, 18 songs, 13 tunes and a miscellany of historical treasures. 2002 202pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $25.00
Dineen, Jo & Mark Bridges, eds. The Gig Bag Book of Theory and Harmony
Handy reference guide for both amateur and professional musicians. Excellent resource to learn or review all aspects of music theory. With glossary of commonly used musical terms. Compactly sized to fit in your guitar or banjo case, with sturdy spiral binding. 2000 157pgs | Reference, History or Index |		 book $13.00
Eccles, Bert, comp. Not Quite Dutch: English Dances with Some Dutch Connections
These seventeen dances interpreted or written by Pat Shaw, Cor Hogendijk, Simons, Playford, Cook and others; all have Dutch connections. The Labyrinth, Wolverton Hall, Wooden Shoes, Maiden Moor,Trip to the North and others. 20pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $9.75
Eccles, Bert, comp. Not Quite Shaw
Dances written by Pat Shaw as well as by John Stapledon and Charles Bolton. Some Playford reconstructions also. 20pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book currently unavailable
Fleming-Williams, Nan & Pat Shaw, eds. Popular Selection, Book 1: English Dance Airs
"The little girl book" has 27 tunes from 17th and 18th century sources, various editions of Playford's The Dancing Master and Thompson's country dance collection. 1982 14pgs | Written Music Included |		 book $8.50
Fleming-Williams, Nan & Pat Shaw, eds. Popular Selection, Book 2: Traditional Dance Airs for Country Dances of Today
A collection of 34 reels, hornpipes, waltzes, and jigs suitable for dances for which there is no associated tune or as alternate tunes in a medley. 1977 20pgs | Written Music Included |		 book $8.50
Fleming-Williams, Nan & Pat Shaw, eds. Popular Selection, Book 4: Sword and Ceremony
A collection of tunes for longsword, rapper, and various ceremonies and processions. 1971 20pgs | Written Music Included |		 book $6.50
Fogg, George A. and Kate Van Winkle Keller New country Dances From Maine 1795
This is a collection made by Joseph Merrill of Topsham, Maine around 1795. He copied from a small booklet filled with country dances that had been published two years earlier by the Thompson publishing house in London and added six more of his favorites. The authors have reconstructed each dance with its original tune. Historical notes and information about authentic performance style as well as tips for adapting the dances for modern dancers are included. |Instruction Included | 		book $8.00
Friendly, Brooke & Chris Sackett Impropriety: The Country Dances of Brooke Friendly & Chris Sackett
Seventeen English and five Scottish country dances; all penned by Oregon dance leaders Brooke and Chris. Dances are set to slipjigs, Playford and medieval music, as well as to modern compositions by Dave Wiesler, Dave Bartley, Ruth Ann Fraley and others. Large print, spiral binding, chords. 2006 48pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $15.00
Friendly, Brooke & Chris Sackett
New!		 Impropriety Volume 2: The Country Dances of Brooke Friendly & Chris Sackett
Hot off the press! A second collection of newly choreographed dances by Brooke Friendly and Chris Sacket. The 22 English country dances include music with chords indicated. There are also 5 Scottish country dances. It also has a Glossary, Abbreviations and Diagrams. 2008 59 pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $15.00
Garden, John The Lost Dances of Earthly Delights, Vol.1: Pleasures for Four Seasons (book/set of 4 CDs)
Revised edition. 64 social dances with notation and chords for over 200 tunes. Penned by Australian composer Garden in the style of English/ceili/barn dance. The 4 "full-band" CDs contain dance-length music, composed by Garden as well; a mix of English, Renaissance, Klezmer, you-name-it. For dancing and listening. First published in 2000. 2005 | Instruction Included | Written Music Included | Sale item		 book $50.00
Garden, John The Lost Dances of Earthly Delights, Vol.2: Favourites for Four Settings (book/set of 4 CDs)
Vol. 2 contains an additional 64 dances with notation and chords for over 200 tunes. Bourrees, hambos, jigs, polkas, schottisches, marches, mazurkas, minuets, pavans, galliards, varsoviennas, waltzes and zweifachers. The 4 CDs contain dance-length music composed by Garden; a mix of English, Renaissance, Klezmer, you-name-it. For dancing and listening. 2005 | Instruction Included | Written Music Included | Sale item		 book $50.00
Gascoigne, Margaret Discovering English Customs and Traditions
This revised and updated 3rd edition is just back in print. History and descriptions of some of the "quaint and curious" traditions which were still current when this book was first published in 1969. 1998 88pgs | Reference, History or Index |		 book $9.00
Hamilton, Bruce Notes on Teaching Country Dance
A CDSS publication. These notes are distilled from Bruce's workshops on teaching country dances. If you can't get to a camp or workshop to experience this respected dance leader's teaching up close, this is the next best thing. Thoughtful, thought-provoking and challenging to teachers at all levels. 2005 22pgs | Instruction Included |		 book $5.00
Heffer, Marjorie & William Porter Maggot Pie: A Book of Country Dances
Twenty-five contemporary dances, with 18th century tunes, in the style of Playford in unique set formations. The Baffled Knight, Parthenia, The Merry Andrew, Green Willow, The Jovial Beggars, Boys of Wexford, Cupid's Fancy, The Night Cap and more. 1980 55pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $11.75
Helwig, Christine & Marshall Barron Purcell, Playford and the English Country Dance, Vol. 1: The Dances
Thirty-seven dances from Playford, Walsh, Neal, and Bray originally choreographed to Purcell's music. Reconstructed by Christine Helwig. With extensive notes on the dances. 1995 44pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $25.00
Helwig, Christine & Marshall Barron Purcell, Playford and the English Country Dance, Vol. 2: The Music
Three-part arrangements, with chords, by Marshall Barron of 37 of Purcell's tunes (see Volume I for the dances). Research and concordance by Grace Feldman. 1995 68pgs | Written Music Included |		 book $25.00
Hogendijk, Cor Triple Dutch: Dutch Contradances in English Style
Twenty-five dances by three Dutchmen inspired by Pat Shaw's collections of English dances with references to Holland in their titles. 1981 28pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included | To be discontinued		 book $5.50
Holz, Loretta
New!		 Dancing Across the Atlantic
English dances that flow freely, and fit the music to perfection. 14 new dances from Loretta Holz, one of Americas finest choreographers of English dance! Be sure to check out the companion CD by the Flying Romanos. 2007 | Instruction Included |		 book $12.00
Hughes, Geoff Clog Steps for Beginners
English clog steps, danced to hornpipes, presented for easy recall. Written as an accurate reminder for step practice. 1975 28pgs | Instruction Included |		 book $6.00
Jensen, Jonathan Candles in the Dark: Waltzes and More...
Waltzes and other dance tunes penned by pianist/symphonic bassist Jensen, member of Reunion, Devil Among the Taylors and other bands. Spans both American and English dance repertoires. With chords. 2005 34pgs | Written Music Included |		 book $8.00
Jewitt, Diana Campbell Dancing Round the Maypole, Rev. Ed.: Maypole and Country Dance Instruction Manual
The revised edition. Clearly illustrated manual for teaching maypole and a few simple country dances. With photos, diagrams, creative tips, worksheets and historical information and background. First published in 1999. 2004 96pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $32.25
Jewitt, Diana Longsword: An Intro. to the Longsword Dance Tradition of Yorkshire
Geared especially to schoolteachers, children and beginners, this practical, well-illustrated manual covers the Kirkby Malzeard, Sleights and Flamborough longsword dances. See also the companion CD by EFDSS: Longsword: The Music. 2001 76pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included | Reference, History or Index |		 book $35.50
Judge, Roy
This revised edition of Roy Judge's classic text brings the subject of the Jack in the Green up to the present time and includes an account of the emergence of the 'Green Man' as a symbol of the modern ecological movement.1979: Revised 2000: 200 pgs | Reference, History or Index |		 book $24.00
Keller, Kate Van Winkle & Genevieve Shimer The Playford Ball, 2nd Ed.: 103 Early English Country Dances
Over 100 classic dances of the 17th/18th century, with facsimiles of the original dance and tune and modern notation of both, historical notes for each dance plus a discussion of modern English dance technique. Revised. 1994 120pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included | Reference, History or Index |		 book $25.00
Keller, Kate Van Winkle & George A. Fogg Country Dances from Colonial New York: James Alexander's Notebook, 1730
Twenty-four dances interpreted for historical performance with modern recreational alternatives. Features illustrations from original sources, bibliography, written music, and chords. 2000 64pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included | Reference, History or Index |		 book $15.00
Keller, Kate Van Winkle & George A. Fogg No Kissing Allowed in School!: A Virginia Dancing School in 1784
Capt. Benjamin Walker's class of teenage dancers were of Scottish and English origin and his dances reflect both traditions of social dance. Reconstructed as they would have been performed in 1784; includes original music (with chord suggestions added) and a full section on modern and period dance technique. 2006 44pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $9.00
Keller, Kate Van Winkle & George A. Fogg The Richmond Assemblies 1790-1797: Social Dances from 18th-Century Virginia
Reconstructions of fourteen country dances from 1797. These dances were originally collected and printed for the edification and enjoyment of the gentry of Richmond, Virginia. Includes a discussion of the Assembly rules plus a glossary of formations, figures and steps. 2003 24pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included | Reference, History or Index |		 book $6.00
Keller, Kate Van Winkle & Ralph Sweet A Choice Selection of American Country Dances of the Revolutionary Era
Thirty popular dances of the revolutionary era, collected from hand-written notes in American copy books. With tunes. See Playford Consort's recording Sweet Richard and Barron's book Successful Campaign. 1976 53pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $12.50
Keller, Robert M. The Dancing Master 1651-1728 - An Illustrated Compendium: A Data Base of Images and Indexes (CD-ROM)
A CD-ROM database containing indexes, images and figure descriptions of all the country dances, tunes and songs in The Dancing Master; published by John and Henry Playford and John Young in 18thC London. See also the online version at www.cdss.org/publications/cdss_pubs. 2001 | Reference, History or Index |		 book $35.00
Kennedy, Peter, ed. The Fiddler's Tune-Book - 200 Traditional Airs: Traditional Dance Music of Britain and Ireland
A compilation of Kennedy's two classic collections of "standards" into one volume: includes traditional reels, jigs, hornpipes, schottisches, polkas and waltzes. With chords. 1994 52pgs |		 book $16.50
Kennedy, Peter, ed. Hornpipes and Breakdowns, Clog and Step Dances: Traditional Dance Music of Britain and Ireland
The fourth in the Kennedy series: 200 hornpipe, step, and clog tunes. With chords. 1998 56pgs |		 book $13.00
Kennedy, Peter, ed. Jigs and Quicksteps, Trips and Humours: Traditional Dance Music of Britain and Ireland
The third Kennedy fiddle tune compilation, with 200 more tunes, all in 6/8 time signature. Most never published before. With chords. 1997 48pgs |		 book $13.00
Kerlee, Paul Welcome In The Spring: Morris and Sword Dances for Children (book/CD set)
Instructions and music for 14 dances, with teaching notes, written music, Orff settings, and glossary of steps. Suitable for upper elementary ages and up, or beginning adults. With CD of live music to all the dances. 1994 65pgs | Dance Length Recording | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $25.00
Knight, Wendy (Diana Jewitt, ed.) English Traditional Dancing
A fine collection of English traditional social dancing. Twenty-eight dances with basic figures plus a few supplementary dances with more advanced figures and from different parts of England. Easy to use; specially designed for teachers and community dance leaders. See companion CD of same name by EFDSS. 2002 55pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $26.00
Kulbach, Joanna & Arthur Nitka The Recorder Guide
Basic instruction and techniques for soprano and alto recorder, including folk melodies from around the world. 1965 128pgs | Written Music Included | Reference, History or Index |		 book $18.00
Lammers, Mik 4 Potatoes and a Few Notes
29 country dance tunes with chords (reels, jigs, marches, waltzes); all written by Lammers, pianist for The Little Tinkers from the Netherlands. Bonus instructions for 5 new (mostly English style) dances penned by such well-known callers as Philippe Callens and Antony Heywood, expressly for this music. 2002 40pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included | Sale item		 book $5.50
Langstaff, John Celebrate the Spring: Spring and May Day Celebrations for Schools & Communities
A "how-to" manual full of practical information for creating Revels-type celebrations. With many musical examples, dance instructions, and sample programs. 1998 80pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included | Reference, History or Index |		 book $20.00
Langstaff, John Celebrate the Winter: Winter Solstice Celebrations for Schools and Communities
Revels' second volume of seasonal music, dance and drama to assist teachers and communities in presenting participatory solstice celebrations. 2001 164pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included | Reference, History or Index |		 book $28.00
Mac, Pete, ed. Band Swing: Tunes Arranged for the Band - With Chords
This author saw a need for a book of dance tunes that are playable and that work well when medleyed. Includes reels, jigs, polkas, hornpipes and waltzes. With some simplified arrangements plus chord suggestions. 1998 48pgs | Sale item		 book $7.25
Mallinson, Dave, ed. Mally's Cotswold Morris Book, Vol. 1
Fifty-two easy to read Cotswold morris tunes from Adderbury, Bledington, Bampton, Fieldtown and much more, in keys commonly played by morris musicians of today. The intro and music theory sections are especially designed for the budding morris musician. Suitable for all instruments, with chords for melodeon, accordion and guitar. 1988 32pgs | Written Music Included |		 book $13.50
Mallinson, Dave, ed. Mally's Cotswold Morris Book, Vol. 2
The second volume in this Cotswold Morris tunebook series. Various traditions are represented. See also companion CD. 1988 32pgs | Written Music Included |		 book $13.50
McGonegal, Dianne Dougherty Dancing Injury Free: Tips for Traditional and Ethnic Dancers
Useful guide to warmups, stretches and other tips to help keep you injury-free. Based on a master's thesis on clogging injuries, but applicable to many forms of folk dancing. Small size (6X9") fits in your dance bag. 1997 60pgs | Reference, History or Index |		 book $15.00
Mills, Bob All Mixed Up, Rev. Ed.: A Guide to Sound Production for Folk and Dance Music
Basic guide for running sound at dances, and other folk events, written by a musician/studio owner. Includes information on mixing, buying equipment, mic placement, and more. 1996 24pgs | Reference, History or Index |		 book $5.00
Morrison, James Twenty-Four Early American Country Dances: Cotillions and Reels for the Year 1976
Social dances from 18th-century America, including three minuets, chosen for their interesting figures or lively tunes. Revised 1996. See Playford Consort's recording Young Widow and Barron's book Minuets, Cotillions and Early American Country Dances. 1976 72pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $14.00
New England Dancing Masters Chimes of Dunkirk: Great Dances for Children
Nineteen English and American traditional dances for school and community groups. With tips on how to create a community dancing tradition. See also NEDM's CD, VHS and DVD of same name. 1991 40pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $15.00
New England Dancing Masters Listen to the Mockingbird: More Great Dances for Children, Schools and Communities
Twenty-four more traditional dances (longways, circles, and squares). See NEDM's companion recording of the same name. 1997 64pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $15.00
Olsson, Dorothy J. & Kaspar D. Mainz Terrstepery: A Primer for Historical Dance
Pavans, galliards, bourrees and minuets - an introduction to these dances from the early and late Renaissance plus the 18th century. With bibliography and discography. 2001 40pgs | Instruction Included | Reference, History or Index |		 book $27.00
Playford, John (Hugh Mellor, ed.) The English Dancing Master
.."Plaine and easie Rules for the Dancing of Country Dances, with the Tune to each Dance". An unabridged reprint of Mellor's Playford, first published in 1933, and based on the original 1651 edition, of 104 dances. Music in modern notation. 1997 104pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included | Reference, History or Index |		 book $19.00
Porter, W.S., Marjorie Heffer & Arthur B. Heffer, eds. The Apted Book of Country Dances
Twenty-four country dances from the late 18th century (covering the Jane Austen era), gleaned from a book found by the father of Mrs. W.J. Apted of Stevenage, England. See also companion CD by Coleman, The Apted and Other Country Dances. 1978 37pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $16.75
Rippon, Hugh & Dave Mallinson The Willow Tree and other English Folk Dances
26 of Mr. Rippon's favorite country dances, with 52 tunes tailored to the dances. Chosen for their variety and interest. Useful both as a collection of good dances and as a good source for wide-ranging music repertoire. 1996 32pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included | To be discontinued		 book $12.00
Roodman, Gary Additional Calculated Figures, Vol. 2, 2nd Ed.: A Set of Fifteen English and American Country Dances
Successful dance composer Roodman presents 15 original English and American country dances, such as Belle of Northampton, The Dancing Wife, Handel with Care and Trip to Greene. New to this edition are reset music, tempo markings, chords, updated recordings list. First published in 1992. 2005 36pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $8.00
Roodman, Gary
New!		 Band of Friends: A Third Selection of Dances from Gary Roodman's books
The third in the series. Most of these dances have previously been published in the Calculated Figures books, with the exception of Band of Friends, Birthday Branle and Whiskey Before Dinner. See companion CD by Band of Friends. 2007 24pgs | Instruction Included |		 book $7.00
Roodman, Gary Calculated Figures: A Set of Twelve English and American Country Dances
Twelve original English and American country dances. Includes "Mr. Handel's Gigue" and "Square Line Special." 1987 27pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $8.00
Roodman, Gary A Finite Set of Calculated Figures, Vol. 6: A Set of Fifteen English and American Country Dances
Fifteen original English and American country dances by Roodman, including the popular "Mary K" with tune composed by Dave Wiesler. With updated index for all 6 volumes. 2003 40pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $8.00
Roodman, Gary Multiple Calculated Figures, Vol. 4: A Set of Fifteen English Country Dances
Fifteen English country dances with comments and suggestions from a well-loved composer. Birthday Jubilee, Camp House Hornpipe, Emerald Isle, A Retiring Fellow, Sarah, True Kit, The Wrights of Lichfield, more. 1999 37pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $8.00
Roodman, Gary New Friends: A Second Selection of Dances from Gary Roodman's Books
Intended as companion to CD of same title, this book has 16 selected dance instructions from all 6 of noted dance leader Roodman's Calculated Figures books. Does NOT have written music. 2004 24pgs | Instruction Included |		 book $7.00
Roodman, Gary A Number of Calculated Figures, Vol. 5: A Set of Fifteen English and American Country Dances
Fifteen English and American country dances, plus an index to all dances in the five volumes of Calculated Figures. Accord for Pinewoods, Birthday Greetings, Father's Day, Helene, Mr. Bach's Gavotte, Rowena's Waltz, Stockport Assembly, Waltham Abbey, more. 2000 52pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $8.00
Roodman, Gary
New!		 Odd Calculated Figures, Vol. 8: A Set of Fifteen English and American Country Dances
Fifteen English and American country dances, plus an index to all dances in the eight volumes of Calculated Figures. Ani's Waltz, Belle of Amherst, Hideaway, Whiskey Before Dinner and more. 2008 52pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $8.00
Roodman, Gary Old Friends: A Selection of Dances from Gary Roodman's Books
Intended as companion to CD of same title, this book has selected dance instructions from 5 of noted dance leader Roodman's books. Does NOT have the written music. 2001 21pgs | Instruction Included |		 book $7.00
Roodman, Gary Prime Calculated Figures, Vol. 7: A Set of Fifteen English Country Dances
Volume 7 of Gary's English country dances. Includes the popular "Whately Barn", "Vivaldi in Paradise", "Mr. Jensens's Gift", "Charlene's Celebration" and eleven more. With updated index for all 7 volumes. 2005 40pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $8.00
Roodman, Gary Sum Further Calculated Figures, Vol. 3, 2nd Ed.: A Set of Fifteen English Country Dances
Fifteen dances from one of the finest modern choreographers of English country dances. New to this edition are tempo markings, chords, updated recordings list and alternate versions of four of the dances. Cadger's Caper, Dovetail, Laisteridge Lane, Marching to Praetorious, Mr. Roodman's Fancy, Old Friends, and others. 2005 40pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $8.00
Seigel, Daniel English Country Dancing: An Introduction
Information for the person new to English country dancing. Includes historical notes, and rudiments of figures and style (by Christine Helwig). 1990 20pgs | Reference, History or Index |		 book $2.00
Sharp, Cecil J. Country Dance Tunes, Rev. Ed.
All the tunes for the dances in Sharp's The Country Dance Book, Parts 1-6. To make this book a manageable size, only Sharp's melody lines are included, with chords. 1994 82pgs | Written Music Included |		 book $14.50
Sharp, Cecil J. & George Butterworth The Country Dance Book, Parts 3 & 4
Part 3, first published in 1912, contains 35 country dances from The English Dancing Master 1650-1670. Part 4, first published in 1916, contains 43 country dances from the same book. Written music for Playford dances can be found in Sharp's Country Dance Tunes, Rev. Edition, as well as Barnes, Barlow or Keller and Shimer. Parts 1 & 2 out of print. 1985 211pgs | Instruction Included | Reference, History or Index |		 book $16.75
Sharp, Cecil J. & Maud Karpeles The Country Dance Book, Parts 5 & 6
Part 5, first published in 1918, describes the Kentucky Running Set, and Part 6, first published in 1922, contains 52 country dances from The English Dancing Master and a general index to all 6 volumes. Parts 1 & 2 are out of print. 1985 187pgs | Instruction Included | Reference, History or Index |		 book $16.75
Shaw, Andrew Mr. Kynaston's Famous Dance: Interpretations of Late 17th & Early 18th C English Dances
Available again! Twelve dances from the early 1700's collection of Nathaniel Kynaston, newly interpreted. 2000 34pgs | Instruction Included |		 book $12.50
Shaw, Andrew The She Favourite: Interpretations of Early 18th C English Country Dances
Available again! A second volume of 16 dances, edited and interpreted by Shaw, from the early 1700's collections of Nathaniel Kynaston, the Walsh collection and more. See companion CD,Mr. Kynaston's Famous Dance Vol. 2 by Belshazzar's Feast. 2002 44pgs | Instruction Included |		 book $16.00
Shaw, Andrew, ed. The Dances of Brian Wedgbury
The late Brian Wedgbury, admired English dance caller, referred to his own compositions as "An Ongoing if Occasional Pastime..". Here, Andrew Shaw has compiled all of Brian's twenty-two dances, including Dahlia, Dunham Oaks, Nell's Figary, Serenity and A Trip to Macclesfield. 2004 28pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $15.75
Shaw, Pat Pat Shaw's Pinewoods: Between Two Ponds and Among the Pines
Twenty-six dances and six tunes composed during and after Shaw's visit to America and Pinewoods Camp in 1974. The dances include: Another Nancy's Fancy, Round Pond, The Amazed Geneticist, Levi Jackson Rag, Little Hunsdon, Quite Carr-ied Away, more. 1985 44pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $7.00
Shaw, Pat (Marjorie Fennessey, ed.) Pat Shaw Collection, Book 1: Dances
Dances and tunes composed by influential English musician and teacher Pat Shaw and presented in three volumes. Dances in this first volume include: Anton's Surprise, Bare Necessities, Clarance House, The Dancing Dutch, Errol on the Green, Bell of Creation, more. See also Pat Shaw's tune collections. 1986 42pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book currently unavailable
Shaw, Pat (Marjorie Fennessey, ed.) Pat Shaw Collection, Book 2: Dances
This 2nd volume includes Freda's Fancy, Halsway Sicilian, Heidenroslein, John Tallis's Canon, Kennedy's Rant, Long Live London, Margaret's Waltz, Miss de Jersey's Memorial, Mr Ganiford's Maggot and more. 1986 54pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $7.75
Shaw, Pat (Marjorie Fennessey, ed.) Pat Shaw Collection, Book 3: Dances
Includes The Phoenix Rejuvenated, Princess Royal, Rant gone Wrong, The Real Princess, Shropshire Galop, Sybil's Au Revoir, Thora's Surprise, A Trip to Orpington, Walpole Cottage, more. With composite index for books 1-3. 1986 52pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $7.75
Shaw, Pat (Marjorie Fennessey, ed.) Pat Shaw Collection, Book 4: Dance Melodies
Over fifty tunes (jigs, reels, waltzes, hornpipes, country dances and strathspeys) composed by Pat Shaw, most of which can be used for dances. The first of two volumes. 1987 41pgs | Written Music Included |		 book $7.75
Shaw, Pat (Marjorie Fennessey, ed.) Pat Shaw Collection, Book 5: Dance Melodies
Over fifty more jigs, reels, marches, rants, airs and "miscellaneous" tunes composed by Pat Shaw, most of which can be used for dances. The second of two volumes. 1987 38pgs |		 book $7.75
Shaw, Pat (Marjorie Fennessy & Antony Heywood, eds.) New Wine in Old Bottles
A new much-clarified edition of 54 Pat Shaw dances which accompany old Dutch songs. The dances vary greatly in formation, style and difficulty. See The Assembly Players's recording of the same name. 1996 81pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $26.25
Shaw, Pat, ed. (Patrick Shuldham-Shaw) Holland as Seen in the English Country Dance 1713-1820, 2nd ed.
Twenty 18th and early 19thc country dances with reference to Holland in their titles, collected by Pat Shaw from various English manuscripts. Re-edited, selected and described by Antony Heywood, Marjorie Fennessy and Nicolas Broadbridge. Includes facsimiles of the original dance descriptions as well as chords for the music. 2002 43pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $17.75
Shuttleworth, Ron Introducing the Folk Plays of England
The archivist of folk plays for England's Morris Ring answers common questions about the plays and describes the Sword, Wooing, and Hero-Combat Plays. With bibliography. 1984 17pgs | Reference, History or Index | To be discontinued		 book $5.00
Simons, A. (Charles Learthart & Derek Jones, eds.) Kentish Hops
English country dances from 18th and 19th century sources, collected by A. (Bert) Simons. Includes all dances from the original Kentish Hops leaflets. 1991 47pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $9.25
Stapledon, John, comp. A Cook's Tour
A tribute to the late English caller Tom Cook. Nine of Cook's "gems" - classic interpretations of 17th and early 18thc collections of Playford, Young, Walsh, Kynaston, etc. - plus seven dances by modern composers Callens, Dale, Harnden, Sheffield and Stapledon. Selections include Scotch Morris, Ninth of May, Woodruff, Barham Down, Portabella, Devonshire House, Fair and Softly, more. 2003 25pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $9.75
Stapledon, John, comp. Not Quite Gold
Eighteen English country dances both old and new, some set to tunes by Stapledon and written by Dale, Herman, Crouch and others. Includes several made for the occasion of John and Sarina Stapledon's golden wedding anniversary. The Garter, Wot Not, Mr Ganiford's Delight, April Gold, Eyebright, Serenity, Sweet Harmony, and others. 1999 30pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $9.75
Stapledon, John, comp. Not Quite New
A compilation of sixteen contemporary English country dances, with many set to original tunes by Stapledon. Composers include Jan Dale, Bert Eccles, Fried de metz Herman and Tom Cook. Pats Pleasure, Speedwell, Golden Alexanders, Six for the Six Proud Walkers, The March Hare, more. 28pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $9.75
Stapledon, John, comp. Not Quite The Same
Seventeen historical (from Playford editions) and contemporary (Dale, Herman, Rodman, Harnden) dances. 2000 26pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $9.75
Stewart, Hugh Elements of English Country Dance
Written for beginners, with dance history, explanations of and tips for learning the steps and style and figure definitions. First published in 1992, revised in 1998. 1998 38pgs | Reference, History or Index |		 book $4.50
Stewart, Hugh
New!		 The English Country Dance Club Book
You requested it - we got it! This book is aimed at callers and those running English Country Dance Clubs. It describes a hundred dances suitable for calling at such clubs, along with introductory material giving some history of Country Dancing, advice on calling at, playing music for, and running dance clubs, along with advice on dance technique and descriptions of the various moves used in English Country Dance. 2008 154 pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $25.00
Thompson, Allison Dancing Through Time: Western Social Dance in Literature 1400-1918 (hardcover)
A survey of social dance comprised of 88 literary excerpts spanning 500 years. Divided into seven historical eras with an introduction to each. 1998 259pgs | Reference, History or Index |		 book $42.00
Thompson, Allison, ed. The Blind Harper Dances: Modern English Country Dances Set to Airs by T. O'Carolan
A collection of fifty-four English country dances by twenty-two choregraphers from four countries. All are set to lovely airs by the famous 18thC. blind harper Turloch O'Carolan. With bio, anecdotes, poems and an essay on Carolan's harp. See also the companion CD by Amarillis. 2003 158pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $28.75
Thompson, Allison, ed. Dances from Barnes Two
Dance instructions for 24 of the dances from the Barnes Book of English Country Dance Tunes Vol 2. 19 of these are modern-composed, 4 are interpreted from historical sources, and 1 is a traditional dance. 2006 60pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $18.00
Thomson, Ryan A Folk Musician's Working Guide to Chords, Keys, Scales and More
Music theory in a nutshell to make music-making more fun by answering common questions about musical principles, with examples relevant to folk musicians. 1995 85pgs | Reference, History or Index |		 book $17.00
Ticknor, Gail C. Gail's Maggots: Newly Devised Old Style English Country Dances
Twelve English dances from a member of the Williamsburg Heritage Dancers. Includes "Bonny Cuckoo," and a square in Early American cotillion style. 1996 32pgs | Instruction Included |		 book $6.00
Wright, Kathryn & David Wrights' Humours, Vol. 1: Nine Country Dances from 18th-Century Printed Collections
Dances selected from 18th century collections of Johnson, Wright, and Thompson. Music arranged by Rod Stradling. Wright's Humour, Alterations, The Review or Bellisle's March, The Delight of Sudbury, Devil among the Tailors, Hey Ding a Ding, Jack's Ramble and The Waggoner. 1981 10pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book $3.75
Wright, Kathryn & David Wrights' Humours, Vol. 2
Ten more country dances from 18th and 19th century printed collections including The Dancing Master, The Sudbury Collection, Walsh, and Rutherford. Blenheim Pound, Soulton Jigg, Cheshire Rounds, The Fumbler, Tom Jones, Trip to Richmond, Trip to the Jubilee, The Old Wigg, THe Oldenburgh Bonnet and Rural Felicity or Haste to the Wedding. 1984 12pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 book currently unavailable
Wysham, Geoff, ed. & Scott Reiss, comp. Early American Roots: Recorder Edition
Recorder edition of tunebook accompanying Hesperus's CD of same title. A selection of English and French music transplanted to America in the 17th/18th centuries. Arranged for soprano and alto recorders (tenor and bass can be substituted). With chord suggestions. 2005 88pgs | Sale item		 book $9.00
Wysham, Geoff, ed. & Tina Chancey, comp. Early American Roots: Violin Edition
Violin edition of the tunebook to accompany Hesperus's CD of same title. A selection of English and French music transplanted to America in the 17th/18th centuries. Arranged for violin, with variations for other instruments, and chord suggestions. 2002 80pgs | Sale item		 book $9.00

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Artist/Author/Band Title, Subtitle, additional information, publication date, number of pages, special codes Format Price
----- Children's Singing Games
Singing games - including skipping, ball bouncing, dipping, line and ring games. Recorded "in the field" in England, Wales, Ireland and Scotland in the 1960's. With good liner notes though instructions for games are not included. Meant as a sampler to present as much variety as possible. 1983 | Listening/Instrumental | Reference, History or Index | To be discontinued		 cd $18.25
----- Let's Dance! Vol. 1: From England to New England... and More
A great collection of community dance music gleaned from 78's on the Folkraft label. The six CD's contain 111 quadrilles, squares and mixers, longways, round and couple dances, ranging in difficulty from easy to intermediate. All are highly danceable, though perhaps not to modern taste or tempo. Included in the series are 23 dances with calls from such as Floyd Woodhull, Frank Kaltman, Al and Bob Brundage, and Rickey Holden, among others. Volume 1 is mostly English music, including 7 popular and easy Playford dances with the rest being traditional or community dances. Kaltman calls Cumberland Square. 1999 | Dance Length Recording |		 cd $17.00
----- Lost Morris: Tunes from Lost Cotswold Morris Traditions
Tunes from "lost" Cotswold morris traditions of Lower Swell, Shipston-on-Stour, Clifford's Mesne, Brill, Filkins et al. Some tunes, such as "Constant Billy" and "Maid Of the Mill", are variants of well-known morris tunes. Others don't turn up in other traditions. Many have been recorded here [the producers believe] for the first time. 2005 |		 cd $16.50
----- The Magic of Morris (set of 2)
2-cd set of morris music old and new; a collaboration of the Morris Ring and Talking Elephant Records. Over two hours of listening. Musicians include William Kimber, Fr. Kenneth Loveless, Ashley Hutchings, Albion Band, Chris Leslie, Black Pig, Cry Havoc, Silurian Border Morris, Crucible, much more. 8-page color booklet. 2005 |		 cd $28.00
----- Stepping Up: A History of the New Wave of English Country Dance Music
Reissue of Topic Records' 1988 CD Tap Roots with added tracks. Hear what the pre- and -post-WW2 generations have done with their native English country dance, i.e. traditional/ceili/barn dance. Great variety of styles and bands from 1933 to the 1990's. Walter and Daisy Bulwer, Old Swan, Tiger Moth, Whapweasel and more. 2004 | To be discontinued		 cd $13.00
Amarillis The Blind Harper Dances
Companion CD to the book of same title by Allison Thompson. A collection of modern English country dances set to tunes by the 18thC. blind harper Turloch O'Carolan. With Donna Isaac (violin), Maro Avakian (piano) and Allison Thompson (concertina, recorder, accordion). 2005 | Dance Length Recording |		 cd $12.00
Amarillis Waltzing in the Trees
English and American country dance tunes (including three waltzes), played by Pittsburgh-based Amarillis - Donna Isaac (violin), Maro Avakian (piano) and Allison Thompson (concertina, recorder, accordion). 1999 | Dance Length Recording |		 cd $15.00
Assembly Players, The Dance and Danceability: A Programme of Dances Published in Jane Austen's Time
Music for 21 dances published in Austen's lifetime (1775-1817). P.layed on violin, piano accordian and piano in the jaunty, danceable style of the Assembly Players. With dance instructions in the liner notes. 1999 | Dance Length Recording | Instruction Included |		 cd $28.00
Assembly Players, The A Kynaston Ball
Twenty-one 17thc and 18thc English country dances from the Kynaston collection, played on accordion, violin and piano. Transcriptions by Tom Cook, Pat Shaw and other notable dance leaders. Complete dance instructions included. 2004 | Dance Length Recording | Instruction Included |		 cd $29.75
Assembly Players, The Long Live London: Tunes and Dances by Pat Shaw
20 Pat Shaw dances arranged for dancing by this English band. With dance notation for two "lost" dances. Played on accordion, violin and piano.V 2002 | Dance Length Recording |		 cd currently unavailable
Assembly Players, The New Wine in Old Bottles: A Collection of Dances by Pat Shaw set to Old Dutch Tunes
Music for 21 of the dances in Pat Shaw's New Wine in Old Bottles. The tunes selected give a good overview of the dance collection. Played on accordion, violin and piano. 1996 | Dance Length Recording |		 cd currently unavailable5
Assembly Players, The Old World - New Dances
Music for 20thC modern Playford-style dances from the old world (U.K, Netherlands. etc), plus one dance written for the new millenium. With complete dance instructions. Violin, piano accordian and piano. 2001 | Dance Length Recording | Instruction Included |		 cd $25.00
Assembly Players, The Pat Shaw's Playford
Arrangements of 20 historical English country dances, reinterpreted by Pat Shaw between 1959-1972. Violin, piano accordian and piano. 2000 | Dance Length Recording | Instruction Included |		 cd $29.75
Assembly Players, The A Purcell Ball
Back in Print! A ball program of 17th/18thC and contemporary English dances set to lovely tunes by the great composer Henry Purcell. Piano, accordion, fiddle trio. See also Broadbridge's book Purcell's Dancing Master and the Assembly Players' related CD Purcell, Encore! 1996 | Dance Length Recording |		 cd $25.00
Assembly Players, The Purcell, Encore!: More Country Dances to Tunes by Henry Purcell (set of 2)
Recording of the rest of the tunes from Broadbridge's Purcell's Dancing Master. Most 7x through. See also Assembly Players' A Purcell Ball. Violin, piano accordian and piano. 1998 | Dance Length Recording |		 cd $38.50
Assembly Players, The Walpole Cottage: Tunes and Dances by Pat Shaw
19 Pat Shaw dances arranged for dancing, including the title cut "Walpole Cottage". With dance notation for one "lost" dance. Violin, piano accordian and piano. 2002 | Dance Length Recording |		 cd $25.00
Assembly Players, The A Walsh Ball
Appealing mid-18th century tunes set to Walsh's 18th century English dances. Complete dance notation included. Digitally re-mastered from the 1993 album. Violin, piano accordian and piano. 2002 | Dance Length Recording | Instruction Included |		 cd $21.50
Bag o' Tricks/Tricky Brits Bag o' Tricks/Tricky Brits: Contra Dance and English Country Dance Music
A versatile Seattle group with dual personalities - English and American country dance on one CD. Some American cuts are dance length; the English cuts are for listening. Sande Gillette (fiddle), Anita Anderson (piano) and Dave Bartley (mandolin, cittern, guitar). 2001 | Dance Length Recording | Listening/Instrumental | To be discontinued		 cd $15.00
Baltimore Consort, The The Best of The Baltimore Consort
A sampling from eight of the Consort's recordings plus previously unreleased material. Twenty-seven beguiling tracks of Elizabethan, Playford, trad. English, Scottish and other music and song. 2002 | Listening/Instrumental |		 cd $11.00
Band of Friends
New!		 Band of Friends
Music to accompany sixteen of Gary's dances [see companion book by Roodman, same title]. The musicians and the tunes represent a wide variety of styles and sensibilities. With Karen Axelrod, Peter Barnes, Doug Creighton, Lydia Ievins, Van Kaynor, Mary Lea, Margaret Ann Martin, Erica and Naomi Morse, Jessica and Gene Murrow, and Anna Patton. 2007 | Dance Length Recording |		 cd $16.00
Bangers & Mash Breakfast at Fezziwig's
This San Francisco band offers an eclectic, fun mix of English country dance and couple-dance music, presented in a "Victorian Ball" mode. Zestily played on violin, viola, recorder, flute, upright bass and piano. Recorded live. 2002 | Dance Length Recording |		 cd $15.00
Bare Necessities The CDS Boston English Dance Collection, Vol. 1: Favorites of the Boston Centre
13 favorite dances of the CDS Boston Centre on this first CD in a series of English country dance recordings. This series can be appreciated by: dance leaders when live music is not an option, or when preparing for an evening of dance; musicians, when learning tunes or to examine some fine musical examples; dancers, to have dance parties at home; and everyone who enjoys a good listen! Played with great style by a well-known band. Personnel on this and subsequent volumes is: Peter Barnes (flute, whistles), Mary Lea and Earl gaddis (violins, violas), Jacqueline Schwab (piano). 1999 | Dance Length Recording |		 cd $16.00
Bare Necessities The CDS Boston English Dance Collection, Vol. 2: More Favorites of the Boston Centre
14 English dance favorites, a few of which have not previously been recorded at dance length, the second in a series of dance recordings produced by the Boston Centre of CDSS. Lillburlero, Trip to Paris, From Aberdeen, Smithy Hill, Up with Aily, more. 1999 | Dance Length Recording |		 cd $16.00
Bare Necessities The CDS Boston English Dance Collection, Vol. 3: Simple Pleasures
Volume 3 gives us easy English country dances, chosen for their interesting choreography, lively music, and limited availability on other recordings. The selections, taken together, form an evenings program of accessible dances. Farewell Marian, Drapers Gardens, Auretti's Dutch Skipper, Hole in the Wall and others. 2000 | Dance Length Recording |		 cd $16.00
Bare Necessities The CDS Boston English Dance Collection, Vol. 4: Modern Treasures
15 of the most enjoyable English country dances composed in recent years, most recorded here for the first time. In the Bleak Midwinter, Winter Solstice, The Homecoming, O Susato, Helena, Fenterlarick, Ashford Anniversary and more. Volume 4 of the series. 2000 | Dance Length Recording |		 cd $16.00
Bare Necessities The CDS Boston English Dance Collection, Vol. 5: At Home
22 classic and contemporary English country dances, all for 2, 3, or 4 couples, so you can have a dance in your living room or kitchen. Volume 5 in the series. Argeers, Hyde Park, Leah's Waltz, Once a Night, Randolph Farewel, The Installation, Sir Watkin's Jig, etc. 2001 | Dance Length Recording |		 cd $16.00
Bare Necessities The CDS Boston English Dance Collection, Vol. 6: At the Ball
Volume 6 gives us 15 well- and not so well-known longways dances, selected from past programs of the Philadelphia Playford Ball. Red House, Amarillis, Anna Maria, Young Widow, Northdown Waltz, Bar a bar, and more. 2002 | Dance Length Recording |		 cd $16.00
Bare Necessities The CDS Boston English Dance Collection, Vol. 7: By Request
The theme is dances suggested by dance leaders (particularly those who depend on recordings in lieu of live music) and other fans. 15 tracks, both longways and set dances, in a variety of keys, moods and tempos. Includes Jacque Latin, Albany Assembly, Perpetual Motion, Ore Boggy, Midnight Ramble, etc. As always in this series, excellent source notes are included. 2003 | Dance Length Recording |		 cd $16.00
Bare Necessities The CDS Boston English Dance Collection, Vol. 8: By Choice
This volume "..has some tunes that the band really wanted to record". 13 dances in all - Easter Tuesday, Night Cap, Cockle Shells, Rufty Tufty, Angels Unawares, Muriel's Measure, The Night Cap, Softly Good Tummas and more. 2004 | Dance Length Recording |		 cd $16.00
Bare Necessities The CDS Boston English Dance Collection, Vol. 9: Strong Roots
Easy historical dances in the English country dance tradition, or what the band calls "Golden oldies - really old!..".. Apley House, Braes of Dornoch, Mr. Isaac's Maggot, Sion House, Scotch Cap, more. See also the book Strong Roots by Helene Cornelius, for the dance instructions. 2006 | Dance Length Recording |		 cd $16.00
Bare Necessities
 The CDS Boston English Dance Collection, Vol. 10: New Shoots
Thirteen selections of popular modern compositions by USA choreographers. Tunes include Impropriety, Lady Williams Delight, Key to the Cellar, Puck's Deceit, Dunsmuir Waltz, more. Stay tuned this fall for companion book of dance instructions. 2007 | Dance Length Recording |		 cd $16.00
Bare Necessities
New!		 The CDS Boston English Dance Collection, Vol. 11: A New English Ball
Fourteen selections of popular modern dances from England. Tunes include Mr. Ganiford's Maggot, Koepoort Galliard, Delia, Stepping Stones, Pride of Newcastle, and more. Stay tuned for companion book of dance instructions. 2008 | Dance Length Recording |		 cd $16.00
Bare Necessities English Country Dances
Captivating renditions of favorite English dance tunes by this well-known New England English country dance band. Their first recording and a classic. Jamaica, Waters of Holland, Maden Lane, well Hall, Juice of Barley, Barham Down, Easter Thursday, Dick's Maggot, Bare Necessities, more. For listening or dancing. 1983 |		 cd $16.75
Bare Necessities Nightcap
A third recording of favorite English country dance tunes, played in their signature improvisatory style. A delight. Ashford Anniversary, Joy After Sorrow, Grimstock, THe NIght Cap, Portsmouth, Kind of Poland, Heidenroslein, Barbarini's Tambourine and more. For listening. 1996 | Listening/Instrumental |		 cd currently unavailable
Bare Necessities Take a Dance
English country dance tunes in a style reminiscent of chamber music, with improvised harmonies and countermelodies. Take A Dance, Scotch Morris, Irish Lamentation, Fandango, Miss DeJersey's Memorial, Nonesuch, Knives and Forks, etc. For listening. 1991 | Listening/Instrumental |		 cd $16.75
Barron, Marshall, Eric Leber & Chuck Ward Step Stately: Two and Three Couple Dances from 17th- and 18th-Century England
Cassette only. Music for two- and three-couple dances, from easy to very difficult, played on harpsichord, violin, and recorders. See Keller and Shimer's The Playford Ball for dances. See Barron's The Splendid Shilling for three-part arrangements. 1997 | Dance Length Recording |		 cas $13.00
Bay Area Country Dance Society Swinging on the Gate
16 diverse samplings of American and English country dance music from 16 of the Bay Area's hottest bands - Hillbillies from Mars, Suzy's Floozies, Tipsy House, dotgals, Contrabandits, The Earls, Stump Tail Dog and more. A few of the cuts are dance length. 2001 | Listening/Instrumental | To be discontinued		 cd $15.75
Brass Monkey The Definitive Collection
Budget-priced overview of this influential band's Topic recordings. Splendid arrangements of British tunes and songs from the all-star lineup of Martin Carthy, Howard Evans, John Kirkpatrick, Martin Brinsford, Roger Williams. With concertina, accordions, guitar, and many horns. "The Doffing Mistress", Duke of Wellington's March", "Maid and the Palmer"; 11 more songs and tunes. 2005 | Listening/Instrumental |		 cd $11.25
Brass Monkey Flame of Fire
The original members (Martin Carthy, Howard Evans, John Kirkpatrick, Martin Brinsford and Roger Williams) reunite for Brass Monkey's newest album. Songs and tunes with distinctive brass, melodeon and voice-driven sound. 2004 | Listening/Instrumental |		 cd $18.50
Broadside Band, The English Country Dances from Playford's Dancing Master 1651-1703
Played in chamber music style on original instruments, tunes arranged for dancing and listening chosen by prominent English dance leaders Tom Cook and Marjorie Fennessy. Each played between 3-5 times through. 1991 | Dance Length Recording | Listening/Instrumental |		 cd $19.75
Broadside Band, The & Jeremy Barlow Danses Populaires Francaises et Anglaises du XVI siecle
A collection of pieces from the two most famous treatises on 16th/17thC dancing: Arbeau's Orchesographie and Playford's The English Dancing Master. The band plays in exquisite chamber music style on original instruments. Tunes arranged in medleys. 2003 | Listening/Instrumental |		 cd $9.00
Broadside Band, The & Jeremy Barlow Popular Tunes in 17th-Century England
Arrangements on period instruments of the 17th century's "top three" tunes, instrumentals of four Shakespearean ballads, plus more from an era particularly rich in music. 1983 | Listening/Instrumental |		 cd $9.00
Callaghan, Barry
New!		 Hardcore English This inspired collection of 32 tracks of tunes gives an overview of our current understanding of English traditional dance music. The double CD contains thirty-two tracks of tunes played by many of the leading ceilidh bands, including The Old Swan Band, The Bismarcks, Geckoes, Florida and Pete Coe. See also the book with the same title, also by Barry Callaghan. 2004 | Listening/Instrumental | cd $24.00
Childgrove Early Instincts: English Country Dance Music
Three women from Michigan merge traditional, classical and eclectic comtemporary styles, drawing on a repertoire of old and new English country dances. Instruments include violin, oboe, recorder and piano. 2004 | Dance Length Recording | Listening/Instrumental |		 cd $15.00
Childgrove Wanderlust
Childgrove (Debbie Jackson-piano, Anne Ogren- violin, viola, and Martha Stokely- oboe, recorder, pennywhistle) returns with a new collection featuring 16 traditional and contemporary English country dance tunes including six of their own newly-written tunes. Dancers, choreographers and listeners will find treasures throughout this new recording which also debuts two gems by Bob Pasquarello and Orly Krasner. 2008 | Dance Length Recording | Listening/Instrumental |		 cd $15.00
Claremont Country Dance Band, The Juice of Barley
Cassette only. Great basic repertoire for beginning English country dance groups, including longways, circle, and set dances. Played on violin, viola, English concertina, recorders, string bass, melodeon, acccordian and percussion. See Keller and Shimer's book The Playford Ball for dances. Originally released in 1984. 1999 | Dance Length Recording |		 cas $13.00
Claremont Country Dance Band, The Popular English Country Dances of the 17th and 18th Centuries
Cassette only. Music for easy and intermediate dances. Played on violin, pennywhistle, English concertina, recorders, string bass, melodeon and acccordian. See Keller and Shimer's book The Playford Ball for dances. Originally released in 1979. 1997 | Dance Length Recording |		 cas $13.00
Coleman, Jim & Denis Smith The Apted and Other Country Dances: EFDSS Archive Series #1 (set of 2)
A 2-CD set of 35 Playford style dance tunes from Porter's The Apted Book of Country Dances and The Dancing Master, 17th edition. Played on fiddle, piano accordion and piano. Reissued from the original 1970's archive recordings. 2002 | Dance Length Recording |		 cd $31.75
Cry Havoc The English Folk Dance Project - Cotswold Series, VOL. 1
24 Cotswold morris tunes for practicing your dancing, playing, or just listening. Various dances from Bampton, Headington, Fieldtown, Adderbury, Bledington, Ilmington, Botley & Lichfield. See also Bacon's Handbook of Morris Dances. 2001 | Dance Length Recording |		 cd $17.75
Donaldson, Liz, Becky Ross & Colleen Reed
New!		 English Echoes: English Country Dance Favorites
This Washington, D.C. trio of keyboard, fiddle, and flute, weaves together "sweet harmonies and melodies with lively rhythmic punctuation". Bruce Edwards guests on bassoon. Set up as a dance program with a variety of meters and formations: Take a Dance, Mr. Isacc's Maggot, Peace Be With You, Key to the Cellar, Collier's Daughter, more. 2007 | Dance Length Recording |		 cd $15.00
Douglas, Daron & Karen Axelrod
New!		 Foxfire: The Introduction
Foxfire is Karen Axelrod, piano, and Daron Douglas, violin. The Introduction features dance tunes written in the 1600s and newly composed waltzes and contradance tunes. Rich harmonies and improvisation give new life to traditional tunes.The music is in turn noble, lighthearted, and mysterious.Listen and dance. 2008 | Dance Length Recording | Listening and Intrumental |		 cd $16.00
Early Music New York Colonial Christmas
Seasonal music from the Colonies, performed by a world-class early music ensemble. Includes 18thc. New England shape-note anthems plus popular tunes of the time from The English Dancing Master and Captain George Bush's notebook. Vocal and instrumental tracks. 2004 | Listening/Instrumental |		 cd $15.00
EFDSS (English Folk Dance & Song Society)
New!		 Community Dances (set of 4)
All 81 tracks from the 7 original albums in a 4-CD set. Brings back music of the late 1970's and early 1980's from British dance bands such as the Woodley Yeomen, Orange & Blue, Four Leaf Clover and more. INstrumentation is fiddle, accordion, piano, double bass, guitar and drums. Walpole Timber Salvage Reel, Hay Maker's Jig, Winster Gallop and Belgian Waltz. Especially suited to the community dance setting. For complete dance instructions, see book Community Dances Manual, Revised Ed. by Les Barclay & Ian Jones, eds. 2007 | Dance Length Recording |		 cd $39.50
EFDSS (English Folk Dance & Song Society) English Traditional Dancing
27 tracks of dance length music to accompany the dances in the book of same title by Wendy Knight. Played by various U.K. bands in a lively and rhythmic style. Instruments include fiddle, flute, piano, accordion, melodeon and guitar. 2003 | Dance Length Recording |		 cd $28.00
EFDSS (English Folk Dance & Song Society) Keep Dancing: Celebrate the Tradition
This handy CD has complete written dance instructions to go with its rollicking dance length music. The Dance repertoire is drawn from the most popular easy/intermediate community dances, including two maypole dances. Four U.K. bands are featured, with varied instrumentation of fiddle, flute, piano, accordion, melodeon, bass, mandolin, bouzouki and guitar. 2003 | Dance Length Recording | Instruction Included |		 cd $24.00
EFDSS (English Folk Dance & Song Society)
New!		 Listen to the Band (set of 2)
A tribute to the first 50 years of recorded English dance music [1920-1964] culled from the vast archives of the Vaughan Williams Memorial Library. The 52 cuts cover a fascinating variety of musical styles, including English traditional (20), Playford (15), ceremonial (7) and American (9), plus one track of Shetland marches. Performed by brass and military bands, orchestras, and fiddle and accordian bands. Not intended for dancing but rather to allow listeners to revisit the music from the past. Sound quality is as clear as the recording techniques of its day allow. 2007 | Dance Length Recording |		 cd $32.50
EFDSS (English Folk Dance & Song Society) Longsword - The Music
Music by traditional players for the Kirkby Malzeard, Sleights and Flamborough longsword dances. Companion (in lieu of live music) to the book Longsword: An Intro.. by Diana Jewitt. Performed at various tempos - slower for practice as well as faster "performance" speeds. Useful also for musicians' practice. 2002 | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |		 cd $24.75
EFDSS (English Folk Dance & Song Society) Welcome to the Dance (set of 2): Dances from Community Dances Manual 1-7 and BR LP Series
"A complete barn dance at your fingertips!" 41 traditional English and American dances, played with fine rhythm on fiddle, piano, accordion, melodeon, acoustic and electric guitar, bass and drums. This is a great dance package, including booklet of abridged dance instructions for all 41 dances. See companion book Community Dances Manual, Revised Edition by Les Barclay. 2000 | Dance Length Recording | Instruction Included |		 cd $32.50
Flying Romanos, The Dancing Across the Atlantic
The Companion CD to Loretta Holz's Dancing Across the Atlantic. 14 English country dance tunes by the finest contemporary American composers, recorded live by the Flying Romanos. Played with lift and enthusiasm! See the Companion book by Loretta Holz 2007 | Dance Length Recording |		 cd $16.00
Flying Romanos, The Round Robin
The CD companion to Charles Bolton's newest book (same title) of original dances. Musicians are the NY-based Flying Romanos - Marnen Laibow-Koser (violin, viola, recorders), Robin Russell (piano) and Norma Castle (flute). 2005 | Dance Length Recording |		 cd $26.25
Flying Romanos, The Take Off!: English Country Dance Music
This enthusiastic New York/Jersey trio plays 17th/18thC favorites plus a few recently composed dances. Violin, flute, and piano; percussion, viola and recorders. With dance instructions for one 3-couple longways waltz. 2002 | Dance Length Recording |		 cd $15.00
Folkus Pocus Under No Illusion
Folkus Pocus, consisting of Caroline and Dan Hollinghurst, is one of the hottest new dance bands in the UK! Under No Illusion consists of 17 tracks totaling 70 minutes of some of the finest dance music you have ever heard. it is a combination of Playford favourites, new Playford-style dances and Contra dance tune sets. 2008 		cd $20.00
Hesperus An Early American Quilt
Hesperus, world renowned early music ensemble, celebrates the diversity of Early American music from the hills, towns, villages, parlors and ballrooms. A musical patchwork recalling a time of fresh ideas and vitality. Instrumentation of viola da gamba, recorder, lute, theorbo, cittern, harpsichord, baroque guitar and more. Includes newly recorded material as well as selections from previous recordings. 2003 | Listening/Instrumental |		 cd $15.00
Hutchings, Ashley, prod., et al. Grandson of Morris On
From the legendary Morris On series. Distinctive renditions of morris tunes and songs in the English folk tradition, with electric as well as acoustic instruments, performed with great artistry by Hutchings et al. With various morris sides dancing on some cuts. 2002 | Listening/Instrumental |		 cd $17.75
Hutchings, Ashley, prod., et al. Great Grandson of Morris On
Newest in the Morris On series. 2004 | Listening/Instrumental |		 cd $17.75
Hutchings, Ashley, prod., et al. Son of Morris On
The second in the series. Ashley Hutchings, Simon Nicol, Dave Mattacks, Martin Carthy, Shirley Collins, John Tams, the Albion & Adderbury Morris teams, others. Originally released on LP in 1972 and reissued in 2003. 2003 | Listening/Instrumental |		 cd $17.75
Hutchings, Ashley, Richard Thompson, et al. Morris On
Rollicking renditions of Morris tunes and traditional songs with electric as well as acoustic instruments. This 30th anniversary reissue has new sleeve notes. First released on LP in 1972. 2002 | Listening/Instrumental |		 cd $19.25
Hutchings, Ashley, prod., et al.New! Mother of All Morris
AND FINALLY here it is, the last album of the occasional series stretching back to the seminal Morris On album of 1972. Here we have the last of the six albums presenting a musical picture of the evolving English Morris Dance tradition, and what an album to finish off with!Ashley Hutchings and Simon Care, who are the producers for the album have cast the net far and wide to invite some of the finest exponents of the music to contribute tracks. From the young to the old they came and with that creativity, excitement, entertainment and outstanding musicianship encompass the album.Artists appearing include the best of the best with Eliza Carthy, Show of Hands, John Kirkpatrik, Jim Causley, Jim Moray Chris Leslie and Ric Sanders (Fairport Convention), Ken Nicol (Steeleye Span) and many more. 2007 | Listening/Instrumental |		 cd $17.00
Jewitt, Diana Campbell Dancing Round the Maypole: Maypole and Country Dance Music
Recordings to go with Diana Campbell-Jewitt's clearly illustrated manual for teaching maypole and a few simple country dances. 2004		 cd $25.00
Joyful Noise & Hold the Mustard Red Star Line - from Belgium to America: English Country Dances by Philippe Callens
Music for this well-known Belgian caller's dances and interpretations. Played by Daniel Beerbohm, Barbara Greenberg, Kathy Talvitie and Paul Prestopino, on clarinet, violin, piano, mandolin and more. 2002 | Dance Length Recording |		 cd $16.25
Kenton Ramblers, The The Dances of Pat Shaw
A compilation of 26 lively Pat Shaw tunes for which he also composed the dance, selected from this English band's LP's recorded in the late 70s and early 80s. Played on fiddle, piano, recorder, accordion, cello and flute. 1998 | Dance Length Recording |		 cd $27.25
Kimber, William, John Kirkpatrick, John Graham et al. Absolutely Classic - The Music of William Kimber
The music of William Kimber, a pivotal character in the Morris dance revival, with his favorite tunes (performed by himself on concertina, John Graham, John Kirkpatrick, and others), songs and stories. "Enhanced" CD has files of still photos and archival film clips (does not require DVD player). With 64-page booklet. 1999 | Reference, History or Index |		 cd $29.25
Kirkpatrick, John The Duck Race
The Brit melodeonmeister Kirkpatrick plays great tunes selected from the Shropshire Border (of England and Wales) Morris tradition, as danced by local teams. Many K. originals plus some oldies. 2004 |		 cd currently unavailable
Kirkpatrick, John & Ashley Hutchings The Compleat Dancing Master
A pioneering offering of "period" readings and Playford tunes for listening, using everything from early instruments (serpent, viols) to electric guitar. Huge cast of characters. New sleevenotes by Ashley. First released on LP in 1974. 2002 | Listening/Instrumental |		 cd $19.25
Legacy Trio, The New Dances Fromthe Old Dominion
New Dances from the Old Dominion features 17 English Country dances choreographed by Gail Ticknor and Louis Vosteen and performed by the Legacy Trio. Written dance instructions included. 2006 | Dance Length Recording |		 cd $16.00
Legacy Trio, The Yorktown Victory Ball: Historic Dances of 1781
Seventeen dance length cuts of popular early American music, from the Yorktown Victory Ball in Williamsburg VA. in commemoration of the Earl Cornwallis' surrender in Yorktown in 1781. Steve Hickman, violin; Lynne Mackey, keyboards; Marty Taylor, flute, recorders. Written dance instructions included. 2006 | Dance Length Recording |		 cd $16.00
Longden, Sanna More Folk Dance Music for Kids and Teachers: Music for Videos 4 and 5
Live music for the dances on the videos and DVD's #4 Maypole & Mexican Dances.. & #5 Historic & Contemporary Dances., all by same artist. Music provided by many people and bands, each suitable to the type of dance taught. 1999 |		 cd $15.00
Mallinson, Dave Mally's Cotswold Morris, Vol. 1
The companion CD to the tunebook of same title. Fifty-two tracks include dances from Adderbury, Bledington, Bampton, Fieldtown and much more, played on melodeon by Dave Mallinson. Dance tempo. Practice your morris dancing, playing, or just listen. 2001 |		 cd $16.50
Mallinson, Dave Mally's Cotswold Morris, Vol. 2
The companion CD to the tunebook of same title. Dance tempo. 2001 |		 cd $16.50
Merrill, Phil & Marshall Barron By Popular Demand
Cassette only. Phil Merrill and Marshall Barron (piano and violin) play 13 classic English country dance tunes. See Keller and Shimer's book The Playford Ball for dances; see Barron's book The Geud Man of 55th Street for arrangements. Originally released in 1978. 1999 | Dance Length Recording |		 cas $13.00
MGM and Reunion New Friends: Music for A Second Selection of Dances from Gary Roodman
Music to accompany 16 of Roodman's dances, all played at dance length and tempo by two great bands. Musicians are Mary Lea and Barbara Greenberg (violin, viola), Daniel Beerbohm (clarinet, flute, whistle), Jonathan Jensen and Margaret Ann Martin (piano) and Gene Murrow (recorder, concertina). See Roodman's book, same title. 2004 | Dance Length Recording |		 cd $16.00
MGM and Reunion Old Friends: Music from Gary Roodman's Calculated Figures
Music to accompany 17 of Roodman's dances, all played at dance length and tempo by two great bands. Musicians are Mary Lea and Barbara Greenberg (violin, viola), Daniel Beerbohm (clarinet, flute, whistle), Jonathan Jensen and Margaret Ann Martin (piano) and Gene Murrow (recorder, concertina). See Roodman's book, same title. 2001 | Dance Length Recording |		 cd $16.00
New England Dancing Masters Chimes of Dunkirk: Great Dances for Children
Dance tunes played by the Greenfield, MA grange contra dance band with the Peter and Mary Alice Amidon and Andy Davis on vocals. Instrumentation includes fiddle, piano, accordion, guitar and bass. See also NEDM's accompanying book, VHS and DVD of same name. This CD can also be used in lieu of live music for any other contra, square or circle you're teaching where lively, well phrased music is needed. 1990 | Dance Length Recording |		 cd $15.00
New England Dancing Masters Listen to the Mockingbird: More Great Dances for Children, Schools and Communities
Lively dance-length medleys, a waltz, and music with calls for a few square dances, played on fiddles, accordion, piano, and bass. To accompany NEDM's books Listen to the Mockingbird and Chimes of Dunkirk, or for other dances in lieu of live music. 1997 | Dance Length Recording |		 cd $15.00
Orange and Blue & The Ranchers The English Dancing Master: EFDSS Archive Series #2 (set of 2)
Lively "Playford Style" dance music. CD 1 accompanies 14 of the dances from Parts 2 & 3 of Sharp's Country Dance Book series. CD 2 has 14 dances from Parts 3,4 & 6. Newly composed dances to match CD 1 can be found in the book New Dances for Old by Colin Hume. Played on fiddle, accordion, piano and more; first released on vinyl in the 70's. 2004 | Dance Length Recording |		 cd $31.75
Pemberley Players, The The Pride and Prejudice Collection: A Selection of Dances Popular in the 18th & 19th Centuries
Sixteen familiar English dances popular in Jane Austen's time, played by Stephen Fellowes (flute), David Fleming-Williams, Jeanne Mann (violins), Jonathan Cohen (piano) and Isobel Walsby (cello). The musical style is appropriate to an 18thC ballroom. All 7x through, except for set dances. 1997 | Dance Length Recording |		 cd $$28.00
Pemberley Players, The The Pride and Prejudice Collection, Vol II: The Jane Austen Dance Kit
More English country dances popular in Austen's time, including "Mr. Beveridge's Maggot", and other smash hits, from the film and TV productions. BONUS: This multimedia CD includes full dance notations for both volumes I and II plus interesting tidbits - all viewable on your PC. 2004 | Dance Length Recording | Instruction Included |		 cd $26.00
Playford Consort, The Sweet Richard: Tunes from "A Choice Selection of American Country Dances"
Cassette only. Companion to Keller and Sweet's book of late 18th century dances. For arrangements see Barron's Successful Campaign. Band is Marshall Barron (violin), Jennifer Barron Southcott (soprano recorder), Grace Feldman (violin, recorders), Christopher Keevil (bassoon) and Margaret Ann Martin (harpsichord). 1990 | Dance Length Recording |		 cas $10.50
Playford Consort, The Thomas Bray's Country Dances 1699 (set of 2)
Cassette only. 20 country dances published by Bray in 1699, reconstructed by Christine Helwig. Performance length renditions of the dances in Helwig's book of the same name (temp. out of print). Played on violin, viola da gamba, recorders, bassoon and harpsichord. 1988 | Dance Length Recording |		 cas $20.00
Playford Consort, The Young Widow: Tunes from "Twenty-Four Early American Country Dances"
Cassette only. Companion to Morrison's book, played by Marshall Barron (violin), Jennifer Barron Southcott (soprano recorder), Grace Feldman (violin, recorders), Christopher Keevil (bassoon) and Margaret Ann Martin (harpsichord). For arrangements see Barron's Minuets and Cotillions. 1990 | Dance Length Recording |		 cas $10.50
Revels, The (Christmas Revels) Rose and Thistle: English and Scottish Music from The Christmas Revels
Choral and instrumental music from the best of the '01 and '03 Revels productions in Cambridge, MA. Jayne Tankersley (soprano), David Coffin (baritone), English Renaissance and Scottish Baroque ensembles on airs and lively dances. Highland pipers, childrens' chorus, brass ensemble round things out. 2005 | Listening/Instrumental |		 cd $13.00
Spare Parts
New!		 The Regency Ballroom: English Country Dance Music from the era of Jane Austen
Featuring elegant dance music suited for an early 1800's ball, Spare Parts has released this CD in response to many requests from both vintage and English country dancers. Four waltzes, two sauteuses (turning dance for couples in 2/4 time), two Country Dance Medleys, two Scotch Reels, plus: La Belle Assemblee March, Fashionable Parisian Quadrille, La Boulanger (3-couple circle), and Sir Roger de Coverley, the British precursor to the Virginia Reel. Played on flute (Liz Stell), piano (Bill Matthiesen) and violin (Eric Buddington). Full sources for the dance instructions are available at www.bfv.com/spareparts. 2007 | Dance Length Recording |		 cd $15.00
Stapledon, John & Sue (Not Quite West Kirby) A Cook's Tour
Music for all nine of Tom Cook's 17th and 18thc interpretions from the companion dance book. The Stapledons give us jaunty, danceable and straighforward music on fiddle, keyboards and English concertina. 2003 | Dance Length Recording | To be discontinued		 cd $26.75
Virginia Early Musick Handel English Country Dances
Georg Friedrich Handel's music, selected for English country dances. Played on traverso and English flutes, viola de gamba, baroque violin and spinet harpsichord. Dance directions interpreted by John Millar of the Williamsburg Heritage Dancers. 2000 | Dance Length Recording | Instruction Included |		 cd $16.00
Ward, Charles The Vital Organ: English Country Dances of the 17th & 18th Centuries
Charles "Chuck" Ward, organist and master dance musician, presents a collection of tunes from The English Dancing Master, played on the pipe organ. "..His varied harmonies illuminate the character of each tune, from lyrical sweetness to triumphant energy. " - Marshall Barron. 2006 | Listening/Instrumental |		 cd $15.00
Wild Thyme Dutch Crossing: English Country Dances with Dutch Connections
Music for 15 English-style dances, inspired by English, Dutch, American, and Belgian cultures. Played by the U.K. band Wild Thyme on violins, bass guitar, keyboards, melodeon and percussion. With complete dance instructions. 1993 18pgs | Dance Length Recording | Instruction Included |		 cd $32.25

English Dance Catalog

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Artist/Author/Band Title, Subtitle, additional information, publication date, number of pages, special codes Format Price
Lomax, Alan Oss! Oss! Wee Oss!: May Day in Padstow
This now-classic documentary (filmed by Lomax in 1951), shows English May Eve and May Day ritual community ceremonies in the little village of Padstow, Cornwall, England. A living tradition to be seen every May. Approx. running time 30 minutes. | Reference, History or Index | To be discontinued		 video $25.00
Longden, Sanna Historic and Contemporary Dances for Kids and Teachers: Video #5
Social dances from American and Mexican colonial times, Virginia Reel, a morris dance, English country dances, and two modern southwestern line dances. Great historical background to connect with school curricula. With syllabus. 97 min. To be used with companion CD More Folk Dance Music.. which contains all the music for these dances. 2001 | Instruction Included | To be discontinued		 video $33.00
Longden, Sanna Maypole and Mexican Dances for Kids and Teachers: Video #4
The basics of Maypole dance and five maypole plaiting dances. Also included are five Mexican, two 17thC English dances and an Irish ceili dance to round out this spring holidays video. With syllabus. 65 min. To be used with companion CD More Folk Dance Music.. which contains all the music for these dances. 1999 | Instruction Included | To be discontinued		 video $33.00

English Dance Catalog

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Artist/Author/Band Title, Subtitle, additional information, publication date, number of pages, special codes Format Price
EFDSS (English Folk Dance & Song Society)
New!		 Dancing Folk
Instructional DVD, CD and booklet for teaching country dance to children. Features one morris dance (Bean Setting). 2005		 DVD $40.00
Kennedy, Peter Streetshow: Seasonal Customs from the English Countryside
Footage of summer's May day, floral dances, and the hobby horse, horn dances in September, and guisers and mummers of the Christmas and Winter Solstice season. Approx. running time 31 minutes. Reissued on DVD in 2005. 2005 | Reference, History or Index |		 dvd $25.00
Lomax, Alan Oss! Oss! Wee Oss!: May Day in Padstow
This now-classic documentary (filmed by Lomax in 1951), shows English May Eve and May Day ritual community ceremonies in the little village of Padstow, Cornwall, England. A living tradition to be seen every May. Approx. running time 30 minutes. Rereleased on DVD in 2005. 2005 | Reference, History or Index |		 dvd $25.00
Longden, Sanna Historic and Contemporary Dances for Kids and Teachers: DVD #5
Social dances from American and Mexican colonial times, Virginia Reel, a morris dance, English country dances, and two modern southwestern line dances. Great historical background to connect with school curricula. With syllabus. 97 min. To be used with companion CD More Folk Dance Music.. which contains all the music for these dances. 2001 | Instruction Included |		 dvd $33.00
Longden, Sanna Maypole and Mexican Dances for Kids and Teachers: DVD #4
The basics of Maypole dance and five maypole plaiting dances. Also included are five Mexican, two 17thC English dances and an Irish ceili dance to round out this spring holidays DVD. With syllabus. 65 min. To be used with companion CD More Folk Dance Music.. which contains all the music for these dances. 1999 | Instruction Included |		 dvd $33.00
New England Dancing Masters & CDSS Chimes of Dunkirk: Teaching Dance to Children
Footage, calling, and instruction and teaching tips for eighteen of the dances from the excellent Chimes.. book. Wonderful teaching resource. Narrated and prompted by Peter Amidon along with Andy Davis and Mary Cay Brass. Co-produced by CDSS. 63 minutes. 2003 | Instruction Included |		 dvd $20.00

English Dance Catalog

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Artist/Author/Band Title, Subtitle, additional information, publication date, number of pages, special codes Format Price
----- Jingle bells - Large (1 1/4 inch diameter)
One-piece "sleigh"-type jingle bells with stamped metal loop. This large size is made of slightly thicker metal and has a deeper ring sound than the 1". Made in the USA of brass plated steel. Good for Morris. 2005 |		 misc $0.30
----- Jingle bells - Medium (1 inch diameter)
One-piece "sleigh"-type jingle bells with stamped metal loop. Medium 1". Made in the USA of brass plated steel. For Morris dancing, especially children's sides. 2005 |		 misc $0.20
----- Longsword - Wood
Overall length 36". Hand crafted in Vermont of oak or maple. Shaped at one end to form a handle. Sword type used for the Flamborough dance, as well as being suitable for general sword practice and for children. |		 misc $7.50
----- Morris bells - Large (1 1/4 inch diameter)
The "traditional English" morris bell. Brassed finish, approx. 1 1/4 inch diameter. Add more sound to your bell pads. Made in England. |		 misc $1.50
----- Morris bells - Medium plus (1 1/8 inch diameter)
The "traditional English" morris bell. Brassed finish, approx.1 1/8 inch diameter. Made in England. |		 misc $1.10
----- Morris bells - Medium (1 inch diameter)
The "traditional English" morris bell. Brassed finish, approx. 1 inch diameter. Size most commonly used on bell pads. Made in England. |		 misc $0.80
----- Morris Hankies, 18 1/2 inch square (set of 12)
OUT OF STOCK: please call for more info. |		 misc $8.50

While we no longer carry metal Longswords or rapper swords for sale, we can offer some alternate sources: check them out!

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