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Half Moon Sword
Traditional English Sword Dancing |
About Half Moon Sword
Summary
Half Moon Sword is an all women’s sword team who have been dancing together since 1981. Their skillful dance displays have gained them a reputation here and in England for precision and fresh interpretations of traditional dances. Doctors, lawyers, educators, writers and mothers by day, the women of Half Moon Sword share a love of this dance form with all its ritual and mystery. The festival is their opportunity to share the excitement of sword dancing with other dancers and the public.
History
The name Half Moon is inspired by Henry Hudson's ship the Halve Maen.
Members
The team has 12 dancers plus 2 musicians.
Site Maintenance and Design
Contact the Half Moon webmaster at Jeffrey.Bary@nyu.edu
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