PUBLICATIONS OF ARTS MEMBERS
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ROUNDALAB |
This 2 hour DVD of the June 2004 Wednesday
Teachers Seminar in Brent and Judy's presentation covers:
simple tums, left turns, maneuver, heel turns, telemark, impetus, pivots and
spins. Al and Carors presentation covers: Dancing faster dances, closed
position, banjo & sidecar, dancing your own weight, lower & rise,
chasse's & locks, dancing quickstep dances, quarter turn progressive
chasse, fishtail, collecting, reverse chasse turn, open impetus/wing, and
running forward locks. The DVD has been edited to capture only
the information and tips on dancing and teaching techniques without including
all the drill sessions for the seminar attendees. |
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ROUNDALAB |
This booklet lists most common
abbreviations used in writing round dance cue sheets. The purpose of
abbreviations is to reduce the size of words, without confusing the reader,
and to conserve space within the body of the cue sheet. It also includes
guidelines that apply to the usage of abbreviations and punctuation. |
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CALLERLAB |
Contains
the definitions, timing information, and styling information for the
CALLERLAB Advanced (A-1 and A-2) Program of square dance calls. |
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CALLERLAB |
Contains
the definitions, timing information, and styling information for the
CALLERLAB Challenge (C-1) Program of square dance calls. |
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CALLERLAB |
Contains
the definitions, timing information, and styling information for the
CALLERLAB Challenge (C-2) Program of square dance calls. |
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CALLERLAB |
Contains
the definitions, timing information, and styling information for the
CALLERLAB Challenge (C-3A) Program of square dance calls. |
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CALLERLAB |
Contains
the eight chapters covering the following subjects: 1)PURPOSE, 2) SMOOTH
DANCING, 3) ANTICIPATION, 4) ACCURACY OF EXECUTION, 5) CHOREOGRAPHIC
MANAGEMENT, 6) DEGREE OF DIFFICULTY, 7) SELECTION OF MOVES, and 8) SUCCESS
WITH DIFFICULT CHOREOGRAPHY. The various chapters of this book are designed
to provide information directly related to improving the dance experience for
dancers helping callers create a smooth flowing dance with just the right
touch of excitement and challenge. This book contains a considerable amount
of information intended to help callers gain an appreciation for the factors
which contribute to a smooth dance experience for the dancers. Also
included is information on what dancers perceive as difficult and why they
view certain choreography as difficult and other dance material as not
difficult. |
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USDA |
Trifold about Class Graduation |
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USDA |
how to have a successful and fun Class Graduation PAMPHLETS (5
1/2" X 8 1/2") |
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USDA |
Trifold about Club Caller Responsibilities |
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USDA |
Trifold about Club Checklist what to do when |
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USDA |
Trifold about Club Delegate Responsibilities |
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USDA |
Club Erosion- how to keep dancers PAMPHLETS (5 1/2" X 8 1/2") |
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USDA |
Trifold about Club Incorporation |
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USDA |
a guide on how and why a club should Incorpate PAMPHLETS (5
1/2" X 8 1/2") |
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USDA |
Trifold about Club Member Responsibilities |
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USDA |
Trifold about Publishing a Club Newsletters |
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USDA |
a guide to help the club have a successful newsletter PAMPHLETS (5
1/2" X 8 1/2") |
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USDA |
Trifold - Sample Club President Calendar |
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USDA |
Trifold about Club President Responsibilities |
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USDA |
Trifold - Sample Club Secretary Calendar |
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USDA |
Trifold about Club Secretary Responsibilities |
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USDA |
Trifold about Club Specials Dances |
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USDA |
Club Specials- a guide to clubs wanting to have special
dances BOOKLETS (8
1/2" X 11") |
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USDA |
Trifold - Sample Club Treasurer Calendar |
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USDA |
Trifold about Club Treasurer Responsibilities |
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ROUNDALAB |
This booklet lists record companies and
record suppliers. It describes in minute detail the procedures for writing a
standardized cue sheet. It includes a sample cue sheet with explanations of
what each section should include. It also has sample cue sheet segments for
most rhythms. |
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ROUNDALAB |
This booklet suggests cueing techniques
that will be the least confusing for the dancers. It covers step cues, single
measure cues, jive and west coast swing cues, two measure cues, four measure
cues, defined figures that require a numerical suffix, general and optional
cues. |
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ROUNDALAB |
This manual is an outline for the minimum
items to be covered in a |
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CALLERLAB |
The
purpose of this manual is to provide useful information and standardized
curriculum guidelines to aid and assist Caller-Coaches in three areas:
(1) when conducting or serving on the staff of a caller school; (2)
when conducting a caller clinic or training seminar; or (3) when working with
a single caller student in an apprentice training program. The manual
may also serve as a guide for caller association training directors to assure
that association training programs cover the material adequately. This
document contains very technical information intended for caller-coaches or
other experienced callers who desire a technical manual. It may not be
appropriate for newer callers. |
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USDA |
Trifold about USDA Dancer Insurance Program |
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USDA |
Trifold about how to setup and use the Dancers Internet Communications Network (Email Tree) The key to keeping Dancers informed is Communications |
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USDA |
Trifold about how to use the USDA On Line Shopping Mall, and why you should use it to support your dance activity. Link to Shopping Mall http://usda.fundlinkllc.com |
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USDA |
Games, Gimmicks, Skits BOOKLETS (8 1/2" X 11") |
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ROUNDALAB |
The Glossary is a separate section of the
ROUNDALAB Standards that lists terms used in Round Dancing that are not
figures and may not have the same meaning as the common dictionary definition.
These terms may be in current usage or may be terms formerly used in Round
Dancing in which case the current term will be shown. |
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USDA |
Trifold about Handicapable Dancers Program |
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USDA |
Ian Henzel Plan for Sq. Dn. Recruitment PAMPHLETS (5
1/2" X 8 1/2") |
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ROUNDALAB |
This booklet is an index for the Glossary
and all 6 phases of round dance manuals. It lists the location of the figure
by manual and rhythm. |
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ROUNDALAB |
This manual is an index of routines and is
divided into three sections. It has an alphabetical index by dance routines,
by choreographer and rhythm. It is an index only and does not have the cue
sheet available. Record number, alternate record number and the record artist
are listed when known. |
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ROUNDALAB |
This manual is an index of routines and is
divided into three sections. It has an alphabetical index by dance routines,
by choreographer and rhythm. It is an index only and does not have the cue
sheet available. Record number, alternate record number and file record
artist are listed when known. |
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ROUNDALAB |
This manual is an index of routines and is
divided into three sections. It has an alphabetical index by dance routines,
by choreographer and rhythm. It is an index only and does not have the cue
sheet available. Record number, alternate record number and the record artist
are listed when known. |
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ROUNDALAB |
This manual is an index of routines and is
divided into three sections. It has an alphabetical index by dance routines,
by choreographer and rhythm. It is an index only and does not have the cue
sheet available. Record number, alternate record number and the record artist
are listed when known. |
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USDA |
Trifold about Installation of Officers |
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ROUNDALAB |
These DVD’s describe the different dance
figures. They are divided by phase and rhythm. The first view on each figure
shows the man and lady dancing the figure. The second view shows the man
performing the figure to his cues. The third view shows the lady performing
the figure to her cues. The fourth view shows footwork in relationship to a
direction of dance arrow on the floor. The fifth view shows the couple
dancing an introduction figure, the figure being demonstrated and an exit
figure. There are 5 different sets of two DVD’s each. You can view a more
detailed description of each DVD set on the web site at www.roundalab.org |
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CALLERLAB |
This
book is made up of jokes and words of wisdom from Square Dance Publications
and has been a big hit with callers and dancers. There are 126 spiral bound
pages containing over 400 jokes. For the caller that likes to have a fresh
joke at their dances, this joke book is a must. |
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USDA |
Trifold about USDA Longterm Care Program |
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CALLERLAB |
Contains
the definitions, timing information, and styling information for the
CALLERLAB Mainstream Program of square dance calls. |
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ROUNDALAB |
This manual will give the new instructor ideas
to help them be successful. It lists the elements of round dancing, helps
break down a cue sheet and describes some of the technique in cueing. It
lists things you should know about your sound equipment, teaching techniques
and has an example teaching sequence. It has a lesson plan for two step and
waltz as well as cueing modules to help the beginning instructor. |
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Manual
for Square Dance Callers using Rounds in the Square Dance Program |
ROUNDALAB |
This manual includes a number of things a
square dance caller should consider when including rounds in the square dance
program. It includes the five elements of round dancing, the cue sheet,
cueing, teaching techniques, example teaching sequences, selecting dance
routines, programming round dances, ROUNDALAB membership, and round dance
references. It has lesson plans, cueing modules, and teaching routines for
both two step and waltz. |
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USDA |
Trifold about being a Master of Ceremonies |
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NEC |
"National Squares" is a available by subscription and covers
the upcoming convention. |
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NSDCA |
Quarterly
Magazine |
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USDA |
Trifold about Past
President Responsibilities |
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ROUNDALAB |
This manual has a suggested teaching
progression of phase 3 figures. It includes possible dances to use to
emphasize different figures. It also includes a number of modules to use when
hash cueing to reinforce the figures you are teaching. |
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ROUNDALAB |
This manual has a suggested teaching
progression of phase 4 figures. It includes possible dances to use to
emphasize different figures. It also includes a number of modules to use when
hash cueing to reinforce the figures you are teaching. |
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ROUNDALAB |
This booklet lists all figures under each
rhythm by phase. |
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CALLERLAB |
Contains
the definitions, timing information, and styling information for the
CALLERLAB Plus Program of square dance calls. |
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USDA |
Trifold about USDA Prescription Card Program |
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USDA |
Recruiting & Keeping New Dancers BOOKLETS (8
1/2" X 11") |
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USDA |
Trifold about Recruiting New Dancers |
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USDA |
Trifold about Retaining Dancers |
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ROUNDALAB
Phase Manuals, Teaching Manuals & Cue Sheets on CD |
ROUNDALAB |
This includes the Index, Glossary, Phase
Rated Figures by Rhythm, Abbreviations, all six phase books, Manual for New
Round Dance Leaders, Phase 3 Teaching Manual, Phase 4 Teaching Manual, Cueing
Guidelines, Cue Sheet Writing Guidelines, and Standardized Cue Sheets. The
manuals will be in both Word and PDF. |
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ROUNDALAB |
These booklets describe and define the
actions, movements and figures used in the various rhythms of round dances.
The material in these booklets is divided into sections according to the
rhythm and phase. Entries appear alphabetically within each appropriate
section. Rhythm characteristics are defined at the beginning of each rhythm.
The format for each figure within that rhythm consists of the title and
abbreviation (if applicable), and the preferred cue term. Timing, basic steps
for the man, and basic steps for the woman (in parentheses) follow.
Descriptions of the figures are given for the MAN and WOMAN and explanatory
notes (if needed). The following rhythms are included depending on the phase:
Bolero, BL; Cha Cha, CH; Foxtrot, FT; Jive, JV; Mambo, MB; Merengue, MR; Paso
Doble, PD; Quickstep, QS; Rumba, RB; Samba, SB; Slow Two Step, ST; Tango, TG;
Two Step, TS; Waltz, WZ; West Coast Swing, WC. |
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ROUNDALAB |
This includes the Index, Glossary, Phase
Rated Figures by rhythm, Abbreviations, and all six phase manuals. |
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ROUNDALAB |
This three ring binder includes the Index,
Glossary, Phase Rated Figures by rhythm, Abbreviations, and all six phase
books listed above. It includes tabs to divide the sections. |
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USDA |
Trifold about Social Director Responsibilities |
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USDA |
Trifold about Square Dance Attire |
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USDA |
Square Dance Attire- who why and when BOOKLETS (8
1/2" X 11") |
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USDA |
Trifold about Square Dance Floats |
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USDA |
Trifold about Square Dance Organizations |
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ROUNDALAB |
This loose leaf booklet contains the
classic dance cues that have been standardized. They are printed one per
page. These are the same cue sheets that are available under the menu Classic
Cues, Suggested on the web page www.roundalab.org |
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CALLERLAB |
Contains
information and handouts with basic information about learning to call square
dances. This document is designed to assist newer callers or callers who work
with newer callers to learn to call. Among the contents of this document are
the Mainstream Program Definitions, the Mainstream Standard Application book,
the Plus Program Definitions, the Plus Standard Applications book, and
scholarship information. |
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CALLERLAB |
Contains
information about styling for square dance calls. |
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USDA |
Take the First Step- how to setup and run a successful set
of lessons BOOKLETS
(8 1/2" X 11") |
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USDA |
Take the Youthful Step - all about starting and
maintaining a youth club BOOKLETS (8 1/2" X 11") |
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NEC |
“The Story” is a booklet about all the |
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USDA |
Purpose: To promote visitation between
dancers in all 50 states. To encourage visitations of square dancers to
regular club dances, festivals and state or national square dance conventions
across state lines and around the United States. Goal: To attend a club dance, a state or national convention, or a local festival in all 50 states. A badge and a bar will be awarded to the
participant(s), at no charge to them, after they have visited at least 12
states, and have a form signed and returned to USDA to be verified.
Additional different colored bars will be awarded as follows: 12 states - Red
bar, 24 states - White bar, 36 states - Blue bar, 48 states - Silver bar, 50
states - Gold bar. No duplication of states is permitted. You must visit each
of the 50 states. Any participant who visits 48 or 50 states
will also be awarded paid admission(s) to the |
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USDA |
Trifold - Information about United Square Dancers of |
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USDA |
USDA Officers & Committees |
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USDA |
Trifold - Sample Vice President Calendar |
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USDA |
Trifold about Vice President Responsibilities |
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USDA |
Trifold about USDA Youth Program |
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USDA |
USDA Youth Scholarship Application |
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