Contra Pulse Episode 3: Charlie Pilzer – Part 2 June 5, 2020 - The second part of Julie's conversation with Charlie Pilzer about how he accompanies tunes, how that's changed over the past few decades, what makes a great contra tune, music theory and more! ➤ Audio, show notes, and more!
Contra Pulse Episode 2: Charlie Pilzer – Part 1 April 24, 2020 - Julie interviews Charlie Pilzer at the NEFFA, the New England Folk Festival, in 2019. They talk about this history of the contra dance scene, Charlie's diverse musical experience, and even dive into some music theory on what makes a great contra dance tune! ➤ Audio, show notes, and more!
Contra Pulse Episode 1: Dudley Laufman March 9, 2020 - Julie interviews Dudley at Maine Fiddle Camp - filled with classic stories from Dudley's long career as both a contra dance caller and musician. Diving into what makes the perfect contra dance band sound, tune. And medleys? Who needs 'em. ➤ Audio, show notes, and more!
