Tag: Fishing for Cats

Techno contra brings new life to traditional dance

Techno contra brings new life to traditional dance

by Katherine Rose, KCAW | Aug 1, 2016 | ,

If you live in Sitka, you’ve definitely heard of contra dance. And if you live on planet earth, you’ve certainly heard of techno or electronic dance music (EDM). You may not expect much of a cross-section between the two communities, but once a month, at the Larkspur Cafe, that’s exactly what you’ll find. Read More
Michaels: Dance calling ‘is my calling’

Michaels: Dance calling ‘is my calling’

by KCAW News | Feb 12, 2014 |

Susan Michaels is the artist-in-residence at Keet Gooshi Heen elementary school. She's been teaching students traditional American country dancing. Her work culminates this Friday with a live barn dance for the students and general public (6:30 PM Fri Feb 14, Keet Gooshi Heen, no charge) with Sitka's contra band Fishing for Cats. Michaels hails from Los Angeles, where she's been calling dances for 30 years. Read More
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