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Listed here are materials that round out the CDSS collection but aren't so easily classified, such as notecards, postcards, whistles, jewelry, totebags, bells, hankies and swords. The Books section includes miscellaneous books and directories.
See also Archive editions of Country Dance and Song Journal.

Items added to our inventory in the last year have been coded New!. These are items which we've either never carried before (even though they may have been published more than a year ago) or which we have carried in the past and picked up again this past year.

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Artist/Author/Band Title, Subtitle, additional information, publication date, number of pages, special codes Format Price
Bannerman, Glenn Q. & M. Neil Pugsley Recreation with Dance, Movement and Music
Many dances and games for use outdoors and in mixers, square dances, musical activities and party-starters, suitable for a variety of ages and groups including special needs people. Great source material for recreation leaders. 1999 208pgs | Instruction Included |
book $13.75
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Group Directory 2004
A listing of over 600 English and Anglo-American country dance and ritual dance groups in the United States, Canada, and overseas. It's a great resource for dance and music gypsies. Published annually in November. 2003 48pgs | Reference, History or Index |
book $7.50
Country Dance and Song Society (Allison Thompson, ed.) Legacy: 50 Years of Dance and Song
A compilation of the best dances, songs, tunes and reflections contributed by our members and published in the CDSS News and its predecessors. 52 American dances, 46 English dances with music, 18 songs, 13 tunes and a miscellany of historical treasures. 2002 202pgs | Instruction Included | Written Music Included |
book $25.00
Keller, Robert M. Dance Figures Index: American Country Dances 1730-1810
An index of the basic figures in all American printed and manuscript longways country dances in 18th and early 19th century sources. Includes a detailed bibliography. 1989 120pgs | Reference, History or Index | To be discontinued
book $16.75
Keller, Robert M. The Dancing Master 1651-1728 - An Illustrated Compendium: A Data Base of Images and Indexes (CD-ROM)
A CD-ROM database containing indexes, images and figure descriptions of all the country dances, tunes and songs in The Dancing Master; published by John and Henry Playford and John Young in 18thC London. See also the online version at www.cdss.org/publications/cdss_pubs. 2001 | Reference, History or Index |
book $36.75
Kulbach, Joanna & Arthur Nitka The Recorder Guide
Basic instruction and techniques for soprano and alto recorder, including folk melodies from around the world. 1965 128pgs | Written Music Included | Reference, History or Index |
book $18.00
Mancuso, Anthony How to Form a Nonprofit Corporation in all 50 States
Provides the information needed for dealing with the technicalities of organizing as a nonprofit. Includes diskette with all necessary incorporation forms. 1997 340pgs | Reference, History or Index | Sale item
book $21.50
Mills, Bob All Mixed Up, Revised Edition: A Guide to Sound Production for Folk and Dance Music
Basic guide for running sound at dances, and other folk events, written by a musician/studio owner. Includes information on mixing, buying equipment, mic placement, and more. 1996 24pgs | Reference, History or Index |
book $5.00
Quirey, Belinda May I Have the Pleasure?: The Story of Popular Dancing
A look at the development of social dancing from its origins in ancient ring dances to the 1980s; includes Renaissance dance, waltz, morris dancing, the Twist, and the French connection. Somewhat dated but still interesting and fun to read. 1987 124pgs | Reference, History or Index |
book $22.00

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Artist/Author/Band Title, Subtitle, additional information, publication date, number of pages, special codes Format Price
----- Longsword - Wood
Overall length 37". Made in Vermont of oak or maple. |
misc $7.00
----- Morris bells - Large (1 3/8 inch diameter)
Brassed, approximately 1 3/8 inch diameter. Add more sound to your bell pads. |
misc $1.00
----- Morris bells - Medium (1 inch diameter)
OUT OF STOCK. Brassed, approximately 1 inch diameter. Size most commonly used on bell pads. |
misc $0.60
----- Morris bells - Medium plus (1 1/8 inch diameter)
Brassed, approximately 1 1/8 inch diameter. Add more sound to your bellpads. |
misc $0.75
----- Morris bells - Small (3/4 inch diameter)
Brassed, approximately 3/4 inch diameter. Popular for children's bell pads. | To be discontinued
misc $0.45
----- Morris Hankies, 18 1/2" square (set of 12)
Sturdy white 100% cotton morris hankies. Fabric similar to a heavy-quality hotel napkin. Approx. 18 1/2" square (shrunk size). Great for school groups and beginners' morris workshops. If they don't work out for morris, they make great dinner napkins. 12-pack. |
misc $8.50
----- Rapper Sword, 25"
Blade made of the finest available spring steel. Fixed elm handle secured with stainless steel screws and rivets. Beech swivel handle has lightly waxed finish. Shorter, 25" overall length [also available in 28"] may be more useful for shorter sides and easier to manage. If you intend to replace part of a set, be sure to measure before specifying length. Imported from England. |
misc $60.00
----- Rapper Sword, 28"
Same as previous item, but with a 28" overall length. Also available in 25". |
misc $60.00

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Artist/Author/Band Title, Subtitle, additional information, publication date, number of pages, special codes Format Price
Country Dance and Song Society CDSS Swordlock Earrings - Sterling Silver
The CDSS swordlock in a one-inch diameter sterling silver earring, dangling from French wires. Made especially for us by noted jewelry designer Tom Kruskal. One pair. 1996 |
misc $47.00
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CDSS Swordlock Pin - Antiqued Brass Finish
The CDSS Swordlock in an antiqued brass finish pin. Add one to your collection of accessories, give one to a friend or buy enough for your whole group! Choice of two attachments: safety pin or military clutch (butterfly clasp); please specify or we will choose for you. 2004 |
misc $5.50
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New!
CDSS Swordlock Pin - Antiqued Pewter Finish
Same as previous entry, only in antiqued pewter finish. 2004 |
misc $5.50
Country Dance and Song Society CDSS Swordlock Pin - Sterling Silver
The unique CDSS knot in an elegant sterling silver pin; perfect for your lapel or your Morris hat! A necessary accessory. By Tom Kruskal. 1996 |
misc $25.00
Country Dance and Song Society CDSS Tote Bag - The Playford Bag
Roomy and sturdy 100% heavyweight cotton canvas tote bag (10 1/2" x 14" x 5") with long shoulder straps. What better place to put your dance shoes, music and water bottle? Makes a great grocery bag, too. The words "The Playford Ball" and reproduction print of 18th century dancers are featured on front. Natural with black ink. 1997 |
misc $12.50
Notecard by Dudley Laufman Music and Dance Poems (set of 8)
Unique dance- or music-themed poems penned by celebrated New Hampshire dancing master Laufman. 2 each of 4 different poems. Cards (blank inside) are printed on heavy textured deckle edge stock. Envelopes included. 2002 | To be discontinued
misc $10.50
Notecard by Genevieve Shimer Three Christmas Carols (set of 6)
Three beautiful cards by Genevieve Shimer, each one illustrating the first line of a well-known carol. In green on cream stock; two of each design in set of 6. With envelopes. 1995 |
misc $5.00
Notecard by Randy Miller Assorted Woodcuts (set of 5)
Five notecards with charming wood engravings printed in black ink on ivory paper (3 1/2 x 4 7/8), with envelopes. Depicts dancing in halls, a happy couple balancing, etc. By New Hampshire artist and musician Randy Miller. 1977 |
misc $5.25
Notecard by Toki Oshima Dancing Celebration (set of 8)
Delightful cards by Maine musician and illustrator Oshima. Dancing vegies, people and other entities; 2 each of 4 designs. Printed with vegetable dyes on heavy stock (4 1/4 x 5 1/2) with envelopes. 2001 |
misc $10.75
Postcard (color) by Stephen Spinder A Quiet Moment at Pinewoods
Idyllic, tree-surrounded cabin scene at Pinewoods Camp. 1995 | Sale item
misc $0.25
Postcard (sepia) by Stephen Spinder Accordion Orchestra
Accordion players jamming at Pinewoods Camp. 1992 | Sale item
misc $0.15
Postcard (sepia) by Stephen Spinder English Clog
A pair of dancing feet shod in English stepping clogs. 1992 | Sale item
misc $0.15

Other Materials List

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Artist/Author/Band Title, Subtitle, additional information, publication date, number of pages, special codes Format Price
Whistle Generation D - Six-hole brass
Made in England of brass or nickel-plated brass with six holes and a plastic mouthpiece. |
misc $5.75
Whistle Generation D - Six-hole nickel | misc $6.25
Whistle Generation D Tabor Pipe - Three-Hole Brass
Made in England. Especially suitable for playing morris music (alone or with tabor or other percussion). |
misc $8.75
Whistle Generation D Tabor Pipe - Three-Hole Nickel
Same as previous item, only of nickel. |
misc $9.25

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