NEFFA Festival Rating Codes
Each event at the Festival has assigned to it one or more event codes
to give you an idea of what to expect during the session.
Event Types
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Entertainment
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Events in which people watch or listen (concerts, performances, etc.)
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Presentation
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Events which focus on demonstrating a particular
skill or presenting educational material (as in a
lecture)
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Chat
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Events which are primarily informal discussions.
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Group participation
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Events in which audience participation is the primary focus (group singing, jam sessions, discussions, etc.)
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Teaching featured
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Events in which imparting a skill is the primary focus.
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Participatory Dancing
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Dances in which walk-thrus and prompting are provided by leader.
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No instruction/walk-thrus
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Dances in which no instruction or
walk-thrus are provided.
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Event Levels
Family-oriented
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Participatory events especially geared to families and others who enjoy being with children
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Beginner Level
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No experience assumed.
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Mixed Level
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Some experience or a variety of experience levels assumed.
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eXperienced Level
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Much experience assumed.
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New England Folk Festival Association
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