| Contra Dancing is a form of American Folk Dance, quite the rage in the 1800's. Usually danced to live music of Celtic origin. Althought it has been done since the eighteenth century, it is still a living tradition. Thousands of people contra dance every week all over the country. It is an easy form of dancing. The music is lively and the dancing aerobic. Contra dances are community events. At almost any contra dance you will find people of all ages, and dancers of all skill levels, from beginner to expert. |