Rebecca Lay with Anadama (Sunday Contra)

Anadama is a Boston-based contra dance band comprised of Amelia Mason (fiddle), Emily Troll (accordion), and Bethany Waickman (guitar). Anadama finds its roots in the traditional music of New England, Ireland, and Quebec. Held aloft by the dark pulse of Bethany?s open-tuned guitar, the trio has no need for a bass or drums. They infuse old and new tunes alike with a distinctly modern kick, fiddle and accordion woven together in tight, driving harmony. It is dynamic, earthy music, all?from sweetly rolling jigs to breathless, freewheeling reels?played with vigor and honesty, and dance at its heart.