Texas Camp 2003

Texas International Folk Dancers announce their 56th annual

TEXAS CAMP

Thanksgiving Weekend: November 27 - 30, 2003
Greene Family Camp, Bruceville, Texas

This year marks the 56th annual Texas International Folk Dance camp! Texas Camp is one of the longest-running and best-loved international folk dance camps in the U.S. The setting is Greene Family Camp, a modern facility in the wooded hills of central Texas. Please join us for a wonderful holiday experience full of dancing, feasting, fellowship, music and fun.

Instructors — Music — Added Attractions — What to Bring — Registration — Contact Information

INSTRUCTORS All of our instructors are noted for top-notch material and a friendly approach that is remarkably accessible and effective for dancers and singers at all levels. With these respected experts on board, we can look forward to hours of solid learning and sparkling fun.

	John Morovich Croatian	John grew up in and remains an active member of Seattle's sizable Croatian community. In addition to extensive study and performance of Croatian folkore, he has taught traditional music and dance from all regions of Croatia to rave reviews at seminars and dance camps across the USA and Canada. John is also a wonderful singer and musician, and will be directing Croatian singing classes at camp. He currently serves as the artistic director of the Seattle Junior Tamburitzans and regularly performs with a number of Croatian and Balkan musical ensembles and with vocalist Mary Sherhart.

	Monica Caivano Argentinian Tango	An Argentinean treasure from Buenos Aires, Monica Caivano has incorporated her expertise and unique talents by developing Milongas and Tango classes in the Austin community since 1998. Ms. Caivano has produced two tango productions with the Aztlan Dance Company among other performances, demonstrations and workshops she has taught throughout the state. Monica graduated from St. Edward's University with a degree in theater/dramatic arts and has been dancing tango for over 10 years.

MUSIC
		Newcomers are enthusiastically welcomed! This year, we invite Singers to join the Camp Band! If you plan to play and sing in the Camp Band, please mark your registration form accordingly, and we will send you this year's new tunes and pre-camp reheasal dates by email. There will also be practice tapes made available on request to aid in learning tunes. Plan to attend pre-camp rehearsals in Austin, if possible, as rehearsals at Camp will be for review. Rehearsals are currently scheduled for September 13, October 11, and November 8. Contact Shirley Johnson for details on time and place. Please remember to bring your instruments, voices, sheet music, stands, and smiles!


	Thomas Yeseta, Greg Yeseta, Steve Ovanin (Tamburitza)	Thomas Yeseta began playing the accordion at age 6, eventually adding bass and organ to his repertoire. In 1964 he joined the St. Anthony's Tamburica Orchestra "Croatia" in Los Angeles, California, and eventually became Director. In 1977 Tom and his brother Greg formed the Yeseta Brothers Tamburica Orchestra, a group highly regarded for its European sound and depth of repertoire. Along with Steve Ovanin, they will be providing Croatian music at camp, and leading a special Camp Band Croatian set!

	Glover Gil and Leigh Mahoney (Argentinian Tango)	Pianist Glover Gill has accompanied Luciano Pavarotti with the Austin Lyric Opera as well as provided arrangements for Double Trouble, The Geezinslaw Brothers, Alejandro Escovedo, and others. He also formed the Austin-based Tosca Tango Orchestra. In addition to performing in Buenos Aires at the 5th annual International Tango Festival, the Orchestra has released four recordings of original modern tango music. Leigh Mahoney is first violinist with the Tosca String Quartet, formed in 1997 as part of the Tosca Tango Orchestra. This popular group performs original compositions in the nuevo tango style.

	Mockingbird (Contra)	Austin-based Mockingbird (Max Cappleman, Rich Goss, and Rick Piel) is a high-energy contra dance band in demand all over Texas and soon, Oklahoma. Their music is closer to the jigs and reels commonly played in the northeast US—a rare opportunity for Texas dancers to have a “New England” dance experience!

ADDED ATTRACTIONS From specialty dance hours to an extensive bazaar featuring music, costumes, jewelry and folkcrafts, Texas Camp provides a host of extras catering to a range of tastes and interests.

	The perennial favorite: Mezöségi	ENCORE! Balkan Blowout – Never enough Balkan? A festival of all-Balkan, all-the-time favorites, presented by skilled local programmers. Not for the faint of feet! ENCORE! Ole Oleson’s Bruceville Roadhus – All your favorite couple-dance classics from everywhere and everywhen... plus even more Scandi dances this year! ENCORE! Hungarian Táncház – It’s a Texas Camp tradition. Join our friendly local enthusiasts for a lively Hungarian dance party, Texas-style. Village Parade All the world loves a parade and this year we’ve got one planned to honor two sets of newlyweds (you know who you are). Bring your shakers, kazoos, and whistles!

	International Cuisine by Janet Diamond Bradley	The legendary Janet returns to Texas Camp! Yahoo! Long-time campers will fondly remember her fabulous cuisine and newcomers are in for a Culinary Experience.

Theme Parties	Thursday - Spaghetti Western: the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly—Go ahead, make our day! Beware of tiramisu-eating strangers in ten-gallon hats. Friday - Delightfully Dalmatian—It’ll be a sensation, the culmination of things Croatian! Strap on your spots and tail or your opanci (or both!) and come howl with us. Kolo, anyone? Saturday - La Cumparsita: Tango Masquerade Ball—Mysterious masked strangers glide across the floor. Stiletto heels, slinky skirts, and a strong lead are the theme tonight!	you never know who (or what) is going to show up at a Texas Camp party...

Silent Auction	Wonder what to do with those "perfect" dance shoes that never really fit? Is it time to acknowledge that you will never play the concertina stored in your attic? Donate your treasures and talents to the Texas Camp 2003 Silent Auction.
Family Support Program Kids trying out the obstacle course	Here’s The Goal: Happy, dancing parents and happy, busy kids. Here’s The Plan: * Infants & Toddlers 0-3—Parents, we will help you form a co-op to share child-care duties in Munchkin Land, a cozy spot just for tots. * Kids 4-6, 7-9 and 10-12—On Friday and Saturday, experienced camp counselors will supervise safe, fun activities during most adult dance sessions and part of each evening party. * Teenagers 13-16—You are welcome to join in all adult sessions and evening parties. Try it, you’ll like it! Important Note to Parents: Your children’s participation in Family Support Program activities is voluntary. However, please comply with Greene Family Camp’s wishes and make sure your children are under adult supervision at all times.

T'ai Chi Warmups	Introduced at camp seven years ago, stretch, relax and help prevent injuries with these gentle and beautiful movements.

WHAT TO BRING

Sheets, pillows, blankets, towels, etc. Extra sheets to hang as privacy curtains on bunk beds. Ear plugs. Flashlight. Umbrella. Paper fan. Clothing for any conceivable weather (25-85°F, sun/rain/ice). Clothes hangers. Several pairs of comfortable dance shoes. Costumes. Extra snacks.

REGISTRATION

Camp Rates:

Full-time

Part-time*

non-TIFD member

TIFD member

Child (age 4-16)
children under 4 are free

$240

$220

$100

$210

$190

$ 85

*Part time = after lunch Friday
through close of camp

CONTACT INFORMATION

To Volunteer to Help with Floors:
John Alexander or Robert Sampson

Registrar:
Joane Rylander

Housing:
Sue Coffman

Camp Band:
Shirley Johnson

Family Support Program:
Kathleen Yoder

Camp Co-chairs:
Donna Ellis, Shirley Johnson, and Holly Plotner

Texas International Folk Dancers, Inc. is a non-profit, educational organization serving Texas and surrounding states. Please visit our website at www.tifd.org.