The New York Baroque Dance Co.

Gregory Youdan and Meggi Sweeney Smith

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January 5, 2019 Dance of the Month with Meggi Sweeney Smith

Continuing her lesson on the gavotte, Meggi says: “We will use our physical practice to help one another confidently embody the weight shifts and quality of ease that are part of this form while expanding our listening practice and understanding of Bach’s French Suites!”

Have you recently googled gavotte? There are so many descriptions of the dance as a kissing dance, a dance from the Alps, a moderate dance, a fast dance, a dance which was usually followed by the minuet…but what is it, really? Looking at a particular time period and composer helps to bring clarity and this is what Meggi will be offering on January 5th. Class will begin with a warm-up and then move into step sequences and patterns. This will be an energetic class and a good way to start the New Year! All are welcome. Pay at the front desk.

Time: January 5, 2019 from 3:30-5:30, Studio B

Place: Mark Morris Dance Center at 3 Lafayette Avenue in Brooklyn

Cost: $17