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Border Morris: A Brief Outline

thumbnail of publication-border-morrisThe “Border Morris: A Brief Outline” booklet presents a brief background to Border Morris dancing. If you are new to Border Morris, this booklet may help you to decide what you want to do and suggest how to go about it. If you already dance Border, it may give you some new ideas for answers to the questions “How did Border Morris start?” and “What did the original teams do?

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Title: Border Morris: A Brief Outline
Author: Andy Anderson
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This booklet by Andy Anderson, published by The Morris Federation, delves into the history and characteristics of Border Morris dancing, a traditional form originating from Shropshire, Herefordshire, and Worcestershire. Known for its energetic and boisterous style, Border Morris involves stick dances, face painting, and vibrant costumes. The text explores historical records, early 20th-century revivals, and the evolution of the dance form through contributions from various modern teams. It also offers guidance for new dancers and teams on learning and performing Border Morris, emphasizing creativity and enjoyment in maintaining this living tradition.

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Publisher: Morris Federation
ISBN: 0-948383-10-0

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