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BONUS EPISODE. This episode features Jack Jackson and a fondly remembered tradition of square dancing - the after party.  Jack Jackson a traveling caller well known for his presentation skills was also a talented folk singer, a skill which made him a hit at after parties.  After parties were once a popular feature at camps and festivals where dancers would line up chairs in front of the stage after the dancing was done so the staff could put on pantomime performances, showing a more playful side of the callers.  Some callers had the musical abilities to play and sing - Jack Jackson was one.  This is an album of songs recorded at a live after party. Keep this podcast going by making a contribution using the button below. SUPPORT THIS PODCAST

Jack Jackson of Columbus, Ohio, emerged as one of modern square dancing's nationally traveled callers during the early 1960s. He was also an accomplished singer and guitarist whose unusually musical calling style set him apart.  This is part two of a dance recorded live in New England in 1959. Keep this podcast going by making a contribution using the button below. SUPPORT THIS PODCAST

Jack Jackson of Columbus, Ohio, emerged as one of modern square dancing's nationally traveled callers during the early 1960s. He toured throughout the United States and Canada, appearing at dances, festivals, camps and institutes. He was also an accomplished singer and guitarist whose unusually musical calling style set him apart. Jack recorded for Sets In Order Records and Folkraft Records released The Singing Side of Jack Jackson, showcasing the folk singing and after-party entertainment that made him popular beyond the dance floor. Jack Jackson later moved to Florida and eventually retired from calling.  This dance was recorded live in New England in 1959. Keep this podcast going by making a contribution using the button below. SUPPORT THIS PODCAST

Three callers who have each made their mark on square dancing - Eric Henerlau, Andy Allemao, and Buddy Weaver.   Eric, frequently featured at festivals and weekends through out the country while maintaining a home program in the Bay Area of California. Andy, a popular figure throughout the western region also maintains an active home program in San Diego, California. Buddy (me), often calling festivals and weekends across the country and also maintaining an active home program in Southern California. All callers are featured in an album recorded in 2015 using the former Mainstream program. Keep this podcast going by making a contribution using the button below. SUPPORT THIS PODCAST

Beryl Main was one of the most beloved and respected callers anywhere.  He was a master at getting dancers to be successful.  His material, his timing, his delivery, all came together in fine form.  He is an excellent model for every caller today. This episode is part two of a dance called in San Jose, California around 1970.  From the George Knox collection - it was a reel-to-reel tape that was baked for digital transfer.  Many hours go into baking tapes for this podcast. Keep this podcast going by making a contribution using the button below. SUPPORT THIS PODCAST

Beryl Main was one of the most beloved and respected callers anywhere.  He started calling in 1960 and quickly established himself as a traveling caller covering festivals, camps, and special events throughout the United States and Canada. His popularity extended to the recording field where he was responsible for many square dance classics on the Wagon Wheel and Chaparral Record labels. He was a master at getting dancers to be successful.  His material, his timing, his delivery, all came together in fine form.  He is an excellent model for every caller today. This dance was called in San Jose, California around 1970.  From the George Knox collection - it was a reel-to-reel tape that was baked for digital transfer.  Many hours go into baking tapes for this podcast. Keep this podcast going by making a contribution using the button below. SUPPORT THIS PODCAST

BONUS EPISODE  The New Mainstream program is called by Buddy Weaver. This dance captures a unique style of smooth choreography, energetic delivery, and modern music that is a hallmark of a Buddy Weaver dance. All of the musical accompaniment is new on Blue Star and Hi Hat - some are future releases. Keep this podcast going by making a contribution using the button below. SUPPORT THIS PODCAST

Joe Lewis was one of the true pioneers of modern square dancing.  He transformed the caller into a showman setting the tone for generations of callers that followed.  His records spread square dancing around the world and in fact, were the foundation of his being brought to Australia in 1950 to show square dancing in department stores.  His trip was sponsored by a group of businessmen who had heard his album.  A second tour in 1951 introduced thousands to square dancing. From the start of his career in the 1940s to his retirement in the 1990s, he was a proponent for the use of a limited number of square dance calls.  He believed that a caller with personality, good timing, and imagination could do a great deal with a limited vocabulary of calls.  This album was released in 1962 and places a spotlight on the way Joe entertained dancers without overwhelming them. PLEASE HELP THIS PODCAST - Give us a 5-star rating on the service you are using to listen to us and make a contribution to keep this podcast coming your way. SUPPORT THIS PODCAST

A name that many will not be familiar with - Jim York was one of the most influential callers in modern square dancing.  Jim started calling in 1947 at a time when square dancing was done by routines and it was Jim York who created variety of movement through new routines.  Many of the movements within his routines would evolve into a separate call unto itself.   In the ten years that he was active, he wrote more new material and routines than anyone before or since.  He passed away in 1957 at the age of 43.  This dance is part two of a recording from 1956.  There are very few known recordings of Jim York but here is a good one that spotlights his enthusiasm and creativity.  . From a baked reel-to-reel tape recording for your enjoyment. Keep this podcast going by making a contribution using the button below. SUPPORT THIS PODCAST

A name that many will not be familiar with - Jim York was one of the most influential callers in modern square dancing.  Jim started calling in 1947 at a time when square dancing was done by routines and it was Jim York who created variety of movement through new routines.  Many of the movements within his routines would evolve into a separate call unto itself.  An example is his first hit routine - Suzy Q - which became a fundamental call in square dancing. In the ten years that he was active, he wrote more new material and routines than anyone before or since.  He passed away in 1957 at the age of 43.  This dance was recorded live in the San Francisco Bay-area in 1956.  There are very few known recordings of Jim York but here is a good one that spotlights his enthusiasm and creativity.  . From a baked reel-to-reel tape recording for your enjoyment. Keep this podcast going by making a contribution using the button below. SUPPORT THIS PODCAST

BONUS EPISODE  Here is a bonus episode four new singing calls featuring the modern sound of today's square dancing. Called by Buddy Weaver - "Brandy (You're A Fine Girl)", "Back To Galveston", "Honky Tonk Down A Country Road" and "Close Enough To Perfect".  On the last cut, Buddy is joined by Curt Braffet and Dan Sahlstrom.  Good for listening, great for use at demos when  a caller is not available. Keep this podcast going by making a contribution using the button below. SUPPORT THIS PODCAST

One of the most memorable voices from a classic square dance era was Bob Fisk.  A traveling full-time caller since 1961 who settled into a California-based program in 1965.  Here is PART TWO of a live dance recorded in Stockton, California- NOTE: the narration says 1971 but it is 1969. From a baked reel-to-reel tape recording for your enjoyment. Keep this podcast going by making a contribution using the button below. SUPPORT THIS PODCAST

One of the most memorable voices from a classic square dance era was Bob Fisk.  A traveling full-time caller since 1961 who settled into a California-based program in 1965.  Here is a live dance recorded in Stockton, California - NOTE: the narration says 1971 but it is 1969. From a baked reel-to-reel tape recording for your enjoyment. Keep this podcast going by making a contribution using the button below. SUPPORT THIS PODCAST

Here is part two of the live dance called by one of the most significant names in modern square dance history - Marshall Flippo. Recorded around 1963 in New England. Part one is featured in the previous episode. Keep this podcast going by making a contribution using the button below. SUPPORT THIS PODCAST

By the early 1960's, Marshall Flippo was the most recognized name in Modern Western Square Dancing.  As a traveling caller who toured from coast-to-coast and as a popular recording artist, Marshall was on his way to being the #1 caller in the world. This is a live dance from reel-to-reel tape.  The dance was held in New England around 1963. Keep this podcast going by making a contribution using the button below. SUPPORT THIS PODCAST