Brant Bambery, a Scottish Sacred/Circle and Traditional Dance teacher, is hosting a one-of-a-kind event at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival 2023. Brant, who is part of the Findhorn Sacred Dance team in the Highlands of Scotland, will bring his online project “The Centrepiece” to life. With a vibrant community of dancers and international presenters, this event will be a true celebration of dance.

Brant believes in the healing powers of dance and his principles of “Surrender to Dance.” With his humour and spiritual connection to dance, he’ll create an atmosphere that is both joyful and inclusive. The event will feature a mix of dances from The Centrepiece project and local dance groups “Circle Dance for All” and “Central Scotland Circle Dance”. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or just looking to experience something new, this event is perfect for you. Book your spot now and be a part of this unforgettable celebration of dance, culture, and community!

Laura Shannon has been researching and teaching traditional Eastern European circle dances for 35 years, blending folk dance, Sacred Dance and dance/movement therapy. She focuses on the oldest and simplest dances, and teaches in more than twenty countries worldwide.

Kostantis Kourmadias is a master of the saz, the Byzantine long-necked lute, specialising in Greek music of the Aegean islands and Asia Minor, where his grandparents were born. He teaches Byzantine music at Pallini Music High School in Athens.

Laura Shannon will teach simple circle dances from Greece and the Balkans, sensitively accompanied by Kostantis Kourmadias. These gentle traditional dances create a calm and meditative atmosphere, helping dancers reconnect to their own joyful, vital life energy.

Peter Vallance will bring his unique approach to dance to the Centrepiece Sessions event. With many years of experience in dance, he will share his method of blending traditional and choreographed dances to create a “dancing field” for transformation.

Peter’s infectious energy and humor make him a beloved teacher and storyteller, and he has contributed to many other dance events. As Artistic Director of the Universal Hall and a tour leader of Scottish Sacred Sites, Peter’s passion for dance and connection to Scotland’s rich cultural heritage will add an extra layer of depth to this already exciting event. Come ready to be inspired and moved by Peter’s approach to dance.

Central Scotland Circle Dance is a vibrant and inclusive dance community, focused on promoting the joys of circle dancing. With events and classes held regularly in these areas, people of all ages and backgrounds are welcome to come and experience the benefits of this form of dance.

Circle Dancing For All encompasses Circle Dance classes held in various venues across the central belt of Scotland. The mission of the group is to further the development of Circle Dance in the community for people of all ages abilities and backgrounds through regular classes and dancing within the community. The group creates inclusive public events to raise the profile of circle dancing