Family Bush Dance Page
The VFMC inc. holds a family bush dance on the first Saturday of each month (except in January). Each month features live music from one of our favourite bush bands.
Family Bush Dance 5th December 2020
| Admission: Member $10 Non-member $12 Accompanied child Free The VFMC has a family bush dance on the first Saturday of each month (excluding January). Dances are called so these events are suitable for all ages. A different band is featured each month and everyone is welcome. East Ringwood Elderly Citizens Hall Lawrence Grove Melway ref. 50B8 A light supper of tea, coffee and biscuits is provided. |
The Billabong Band is the Victorian Folk Music Club's own performance group and is probably the longest established band in Australia playing traditional music for Bush / Colonial dances and for concerts. The line-up is variable and depends on which musicians are available at the time. |
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Information for Prospective Bands
Several bush bands perform at our monthly dances. We welcome additional bands to join us. Towards the end of each year, our dance convenor organises a schedule for the next year in consultation with the bands.
If your band is interested in joining us, please contact Jane, the dance convenor for details.
Corona Virus Arrangements
VFMC regret that due to the Covid-19 virus, all our normal, face-to-face dance events are suspended until further notice.
But you can still dance! Dance convenor Jane has organised dances which can be be done at home using a Zoom Connection.
From Saturday 1st August, at 7.30 pm, VFMC will be conducting on-line bush dance sessions twice a month using Zoom. Please contact Jane, the dance convenor for details.
Join us for a family bush dance at your home on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month at 7.30pm. There is no charge. Just contact Jane for the meeting code and password.