Bromyard Folk Music Festival 2025

Bromyard Folk Festival

11th-14th September 2025

Category: Sat 11:45 Dancing at the Falcon: The Modern Dances

  • Shane & Julia Day

    Shane & Julia Day

    Julia and Shane are a fiddle and accordion duo who are well known for playing for social dancing all over the country. They inspire people with their creative interpretations of Playford, American, English and Scottish dance tunes. The are well known for their rapport with the caller and dancers and hope you enjoy their playing as much as they enjoy playing for you.

  • Victoria Yeomans

    Victoria Yeomans

    Victoria Yeomans is a highly regarded ceilidh dance caller known for her clear instructions, infectious enthusiasm, and ability to create a welcoming atmosphere for dancers of all experience levels. With a deep passion for traditional dance and a wealth of experience, Victoria has become a sought-after caller at ceilidhs, festivals, and community events across the UK.

    Victoria’s approach to calling is both engaging and inclusive. She has a natural talent for making even the most complex dances accessible to everyone, whether they are seasoned dancers or complete beginners. Her clear, concise instructions are delivered with a warmth and humour that puts participants at ease, ensuring that everyone feels confident and enjoys the experience. This ability to connect with people and guide them through the steps with ease has earned her a loyal following within the folk dance community.

    Her repertoire includes a wide variety of traditional English, Scottish, and Irish dances, and she is skilled at choosing dances that suit the mood and energy of the event. Victoria’s experience allows her to quickly gauge the level of the dancers and adapt her calling accordingly, ensuring that everyone can participate and have fun. Her deep understanding of the music and the dance traditions adds an extra layer of authenticity to her calling, making each ceilidh she leads both enjoyable and culturally enriching.

    In addition to her work as a caller, Victoria is also involved in promoting traditional dance through workshops and educational events. She is passionate about passing on the knowledge and joy of ceilidh dancing to new generations, and her workshops are known for being both informative and fun.