News & Events
On the Light Fantastick Toe
Music and Dance from the Courts
Consort 8 with Guest Artists
Fiona Garlick & John Barnard
of The Early Dance Consort
Saturday 16 August, 6pm,
St Paul's Anglican Church,
205-207 Burwood Road, Burwood
(see flyer for travel & parking info)
PDF Flyer
Bookings:
https://events.humanitix.com/on-the-light-fantastick-toe
Tickets: $40 / $45 available online or at the door
(cash or card accepted)
Consort 8 -
www.consort8.org
on recorders, viols, lute/renaissance guitar & voice
Historic Dance Delights
invite you to a...
Winter Weekend of Baroque Dance
1-3
August, 2025
Workshops presented: by Fiona Garlick & John Barnard of the Early Dance
Consort (Sydney)
Dates: 1 August (Friday evening) - 3 August
(Sunday afternoon) - See below for schedule
Venue: Church Hall, All Saints Anglican Church, 9-15
Cowper Street, Ainslie ACT 2602
Workshops
Join us to enjoy the aristocratic elegance, technical precision and
beautiful music that is Baroque Ballet. Fiona and John will lead
participants through a weekend workshop of early 18th Century Dance from
the court of Louis XIV. The weekend will include introductory sessions
to learn technique, steps and rhythms through to more advanced sessions
to learn the various dance forms and figures of choreographies from the
era of the great Sun King.
Louis XIV of France changed the course of European dance history,
encouraging its development, written notation and ensuring that French
remains the language of classical ballet even today.
The Baroque Winter School is designed to suit both those new to baroque
dance and those with some experience. You will learn about the different
Baroque dance forms such as the Bourrée, Gavotte, Minuet, Sarabande
& Gigue and have the opportunity to learn some repertoire.
No experience or partner required.
Details & Bookings:
https://events.humanitix.com/winter-baroque-dance-weekend
2025 Classes in Court Dance
- Term 3 will begin at 6.15pm on Thursday July 24, and will run in North Sydney for
9 weeks to
September 24.
See Schedule
page for all the term dates, location & details, a
PDF Brochure. Visit
Classes page for general information.
* No prior experience or partner required, and the first class of term
is free to try, so why not give a little court dancing a go?
An Invitation ...
to our
End-of-Term, Mid-Winter Ball 2025
When: Thursday 3 July 2025, 6.15pm for 6.30
pm—9.30 pm
Where: 181 Blues Point Road, North Sydney (the
usual class venue)
Wear: Warm attire essential – festive or
period if you can
And suitable for dancing (don’t forget the shoes)
Bring: Please bring some easy finger food to
share or
something to drink (no alcohol) - cups & plates provided
Entry: Enrolled students - no charge, Guests -
$10 entry (cash/OSKO/Bank Transfer/PayID)
We’d love to see you there – for some warming dancing & good cheer.
Warmest wishes,
Fiona & John.
RSVP: please let us know by email or sms if
you'd like to join us.
2025 Classes in Court Dance
in North Sydney - Term 2 commences on Thursday May 1 (May Day), at 181 Blues Point Road, North
Sydney.
The
Term will run for 10 weeks to July 3.
No previous experience or partner required. The first class of each term
is free to try, so please let us know if you'd like to come along.
We'd love to see you.
See
Schedule
for the dates & all the details, and
PDF Brochure. Go to Classes page for general information.
2025 Classes in Court Dance
resumed on Thursday February 6, at 181 Blues Point Road, North
Sydney.
Term 1 will run for 10 weeks to April 10. See
Schedule
page for the dates & details, and
PDF Brochure. Visit
Classes page for general information.
Recent
Now the 2025 Summer Course is over - a big thank you to all who took
part with such enthusiasm and grace in dancing and in good company. The
weather was kind, and we all rose to the challenge of learning a
Bourrée, Menuet and Forlane, completing original choreographies, and
relaxing with some delightful country dances.
The Early Dance Consort's
2025
Summer Course in Early Dance
will be held from Wednesday 8 - Friday 10 January,
in North Sydney.
The theme is beautiful & ... bizarre baroque.
Do let us know if you are interested in attending.
It's a great opportunity to focus
on baroque style, technique and repertoire
especially for those too far away to attend regular classes
Summer 2025
information page
Course Brochure
Enrolment form (or just email the details)
2024
On the last class of the year, December 19, we will have a little
Christmas Party (with dancing of course) for students and friends.
At the usual class venue.
An invitation to students & friends ....
The EDC Christmas Party 2024 will be held on
Thursday 19th December, 6.30pm – 8.30pm,
at 181 Blues Point Road, North Sydney.
We’d love you to come and join us to celebrate the season,
and the end of the year’s classes - and join in the dancing.
Cool festive attire recommended, dance shoes essential!
We welcome contributions for the table
(really simple finger food, non-alcoholic drinks—cups, plates &c
provided).
Happy Festive/Christmas–New Year season of Summer and holidays!
Hope to see you soon, or in the New Year 2025.
Best wishes, Fiona & John.
Term 4 Evening Classes will begin on Thursday 17 October and run for 10 weeks to 19 December. See our 2024 Class brochure for printable information or visit Classes and Schedule pages for details. Please advise us if you'd like to join, or try the first class (free). No partner or previous experience needed.
Historic Dance Delights
invite you to a...
Winter Weekend of Baroque Dance, 2 -4
August, 2024
Workshops presented: by Fiona Garlick & John Barnard of the Early Dance
Consort (Sydney)
Dates: 2 August (Friday evening) - 4 August
(Sunday afternoon) - See below for schedule
Venue: Church Hall, All Saints Anglican Church, 9-15
Cowper Street, Ainslie ACT 2602
Bookings:
https://events.humanitix.com/host/63129d888b09f6126d4d9470
Join us to enjoy the aristocratic elegance of the Belle Danse (Beautiful
Dance) of the Baroque era. Fiona and John will lead you through
workshops in early 18th Century Dance from the court of Louis XIV.
The weekend will include introductory sessions to learn technique, steps
and rhythms through to more advanced sessions to learn the various dance
forms and figures of choreographies from the era of the great Sun King.
Louis XIV of France changed the course of European dance history,
promoting the aristocratic elegance and technical precision of French
court dance, encouraging its development and notation and ensuring that
French remains the language of classical ballet even today.
The Baroque Winter School is designed to suit both those new to baroque
dance and those with some experience. You will learn about the different
Baroque dance forms including the Bourrée, Gavotte, Minuet, Sarabande &
Gigue. No experience or partner required.
There are two ticket options available:
Ticket A (Sessions 1,
2 and 5) - For newcomers to baroque dance, the Friday evening
introductory session and first sessions on Saturday and Sunday offer an
introduction to the technique, and the chance to sample excerpts
building to a full dance.
Ticket B (All 6
Sessions) - For those with a working knowledge of baroque dance, the
afternoon sessions will be devoted to developing repertoire and style
with one or more ballroom dances, while the introductory and first
sessions on each day will provide an opportunity to work on technique.
| Day | Session | Time | Content | For |
| Friday | 6.30pm | Registration, meet & greet | All attendees | |
| Session 1 | 6.45-8.30pm | Intro & technique | Ticket A or B | |
| Saturday | Session 2 | 10-11.30am | Technique & sequences | Ticket A or B |
| Morning Tea | 11.30-11.45am | Tea/coffee provided | ||
| Session 3 | 11.45am-1.15pm | Repertoire | Ticket B | |
| Lunch | 1.15-2.15pm | BYO Lunch | ||
| Session 4 | 2.15-3.45pm | Repertoire | Ticket B | |
| Sunday | Session 5 | 12.30-2.00pm | Technique & dance/excerpt | Ticket A or B |
| Afternoon Tea | 2.00-2.30pm | Tea/coffee provided | ||
| Session 6 | 2.30-4.00pm | Repertoire | Ticket B | |
| Ticket type | Fee | Notes | For | |
| TICKET A | $85 | Sessions 1, 2 & 5 | Suitable for those
new to Baroque Dance |
|
| TICKET B | $170 | All 6 Sessions | Recommended for
those with dance experience |
Bookings:
https://events.humanitix.com/host/63129d888b09f6126d4d9470
What to wear: Light comfortable clothes (layers work well in
Canberra).
Flat, light shoes for warm-ups (such as ballet flats). Comfortable,
light, secure low-heeled shoes for Baroque dance (such as Grecian
Sandals/teaching shoes, Character shoes, or Jazz shoes).
What to bring: Water bottle. Tea/Coffee will be provided. Please bring a plate of something to share for Saturday morning tea and Sunday
afternoon tea. BYO lunch on Saturday.
Questions: contact
historicdancedelights@gmail.com
Historic Dance Delights -
https://historicdancedelights.org.au/
Early Renaisssance Dancing on the
Green - led by Fiona & John for
Petersham Bowling Club's Medieval Day,
Saturday 17 August 2024, 12 noon to 5pm
There will be Early Renaissance dancing al fresco,
led by Fiona & John, for
Petersham Bowling Club's Medieval Day
Saturday 17 August, 2024, 12noon - 5pm
*Renaissance dancing at 1pm on the top green
*Traditional garb is encouraged with best dressed prizes for young and
old
See
https://www.thepbc.org.au/medievalday for more information about the
displays of ancient martial and peaceable pursuits, and refreshments on
offer.
The day is a free event for all, presented by the not-for-profit,
community-owned, pokie-free
Petersham Bowling Club. 77 Brighton Street, Petersham
NSW 2049.
Term 3 Evening Classes in Court Dance will begin on
Thursday July 25, and run for 10 classes to September 26. We would like
to remind you that the first class is free to try. Please confirm that
you plan to come along, providing a mobile number and email address if
you are new to the class.
See our
2024 Class brochure for printable information or visit
Classes and
Schedule pages for details.
Thanks to all who attended our Mid-Winter Ball on July 4 (which brought Term 2 classes to a close) and joined in some enjoyably energetic dances to keep the Winter cold at bay. Great to catch up with old friends and meet newcomers keen to sample the pleasures of early dance.
The Early Dance Consort invites you to our
end-of-term Ball:
Thursday 4 July 2024, 6.15 for 6.30 pm—9.30 pm
181 Blues Point Road, North Sydney
(the usual class venue)
Please wear warm and festive attire
suitable for dancing,
and bring some easy finger food to share
or some drink (no alcohol).
Cups & plates provided.
Enrolled students: no charge. Guests: $10 entry (cash/OSKO)
Hope you can join us for some Winter Revelry.
Warm wishes, Fiona & John.
Term 2 Evening Classes in Court Dance began on Thursday
May 2, in North Sydney. Term 2 runs for 10 classes up to July 4, when
there will be our Mid-Winter Ball (see above). We
would like to remind you that the first class is free to try. Please
confirm that you
plan to come along, providing a mobile number and email address if you
are new to the class.
Our Evening Classes in Court Dance resumed for 2024 on Thursday
February 1, in North Sydney. Term 1 ran for 10 classes up to April
11 (with no class on February 15).
See our
2024 Class brochure for printable information or visit
Classes and
Schedule pages for full details.
Summer Post-script: We had a wonderful group for the Course, with students coming from far and near. The steps and elegant figures of a charming Passepied and a Bourree (both from original 18th C notations) emerged over the three days, along with some sweeping English Country Dances and a French Contredanse for relaxation.
Our SUMMER COURSE 2024 -
Beguiling Baroque is planned for Wednesday 3
January to Friday 5 January, 9.15am to 3.45pm, in North Sydney.
EDC Summer 2024 Brochure &
Enrolment Form are now available to peruse & download as needed.
© The Early Dance Consort 2025.
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