Appalachian Clogging | "Big John" Bam Bam sequence at the Michigan Celtic Festival

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This Short features the beloved Bam Bam sequence from the Appalachian clogging routine, Big John, choreographed by Sheila Graziano and named after the tune Big John McNeil. The dance was originally choreographed in the 1990s to a specific arrangement of Big John McNeil for the Saline Fiddlers Philharmonic ‎@salinefiddlersphilharmonic3114 and has been taught to many of their dancers over the years in addition to members of the CDC.

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https://youtu.be/5vbWBy3aT2c?si=Aw-nfDzB5OzKVMZw

The CDC is a traditional percussive dance ensemble based in Ann Arbor, MI. Founded by Sheila Graziano in 2004, this was the 21st year the group has performed at the Michigan Celtic Festival, formerly known as the Saline Celtic Festival. The repertoire include a range of percussive dance styles, including Appalachian clogging, Irish dancing and Sean Nos, English clog dancing, Canadian step dancing, and historical Marley dances from the Vaudeville era.

Dancers: Maeve, Emily, Maeve, Meagan
Choreographer: Sheila Graziano
Musicians: Nate Jacobson, Sam Jacobson, Myron Grant, Susie Lorand

Contact: commonwealthdancecollectivemi@gmail.com

Website:
https://cwdcollective.wixsite.com/cwdc

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