Square dance is no longer just an American phenomenon. In numerous countries around the world, fans have discovered the joys of dancing together. The formation of dance has found numerous followers in different regions of the world. That is also the case in Germany, where square dance is now also intensively cultivated. One of these…
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Least Known Facts About Square Dancing – Barn Dances
The square dance is a kind of dance that utilizes four couple dancing in a square formation. It originated from European settlers which developed the dance form from the popular dances of the nobility during the 16th century. Square dancing developed and evolved in America to gain the recognition of American folk dance. It is…
The Roostertail Music Festival Keeps Country Music Alive
In faraway hills of the southern side of Indiana and on the shores of the Ohio River which separates Kentucky and Indiana is a little nest called Madison.
Lived and Living As A Music Legend – The Frank Dean Story
There are music artists who have dedicated their lives to performing for the public. Some of them even decide to sell their music purely and are in the music business for the money or fame. However, now and then you come across artists who are in the music business because of the love they have…
Bringing Music Back to The Heart of Indiana
The Indiana public is acutely aware of the food and the best pubs in the city of Indianapolis. Similar to the trend that is taking over the world these days, the food culture is taking prime and front stage in the minds and hearts of people. The times when the love for music was at…
From The Heart of Indiana Come Sensational Country Musicians
In almost every state in the United States, unique brand and blend of musical genres are produced continuously in addition to hundreds of musicians and aspiring artists. However, when it comes to country music and country musicians, the state of Indiana arguably produces some of the finest and well-known names. Here some of Indiana’s sensational…
Top Things to Know About Indianapolis – Capital City of Indiana
Indianapolis or Indy, being Indiana state’s capital, is the most populous city. It is a stunning metropolis that is unique and stands out from all the other Midwestern states. Here are a few reasons why Indianapolis stands out and some vital information that you may need to know before visiting the city. Knowing the Local…
The History of Country Music’s Bluegrass in Indiana
Bluegrass is one of the music genres that have the roots in entirely America. It was developed in the 1940s in the Appalachian region of the United States. Many artists have contributed to this unique musical genre. However, it cannot be denied that Bluegrass finds its origins in Indiana, the state where Bill Monroe, the…
The History of Barn Dancing
Dances, depending on the place and community of origin, can serve a lot of purposes. It can be considered as an art form, a carrier of cultural significance, and a means of communication or expression. They can also be meaningful sources of entertainment during community and social gatherings, as it was during the Regency and…
The Beginnings of The Greatest Bluegrass Music Festival in Indiana
Almost half a decade ago, Bill Monroe, the father of bluegrass music, founded the biggest music festival that celebrates this musical genre – the Bean Blossom Bluegrass Festival. The festival does not only cater to fans located in Southern Indiana, but it is also open to all the lovers of bluegrass music worldwide. In 2011,…