Ukrainian dance in Canada is wonderful because the choreographers are allowed to get really creative within the framework of the country, rather than the homeland. Although traditions are fiercely upheld in most dance groups, there is more room for flexibility…
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“Vesna” means spring in Ukrainian and every spring in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan the Vesna Festival kicks off the season. Last year I flew there to take part in the Ukrainian dance portion and left feeling quite inspired. Artistic Director Serhij Koroliuk…
During my weekend hanging out at the John Arcand Fiddle Festival, I had the pleasure of listening to the Fiddle Finale. This is where all of the finalists in the competition get up on stage and do a few tunes…
My metaphorical dance card was full, as I seemed to have promised everyone I met this weekend with a swing around the stage. But that’s just what you do at an old time dance. On the Friday and Saturday nights…
As I wrote yesterday about the jigging workshops, I am at the John Arcand Fiddle Festival to learn about the traditional Métis Red River Jig. After learning quite a few steps, I found myself agreeing to sign up for the…
My heart was racing and we still had 10 more steps to do. The constant hopping in this Métis jigging festival was more of a workout than I had anticipated. The fiddler starts playing the traditional Red River Jig here…
