Dave Harvey to Bring Contra Dance to Water Mill

The Parrish Art Museum’s Sounds of Summer music series will take a new turn tomorrow at 6 p.m. when Dave Harvey, a professional caller and founder of New York City Barn Dance, and Dunegrass, an East End bluegrass group, will lead an evening of traditional American contra dance on the museum’s outdoor terrace.

The contra dance derives from Anglo, Irish, and Scottish traditions. As the band plays, Mr. Harvey, who has been leading such events for more than 20 years, calls the steps, which may include do-si-do, allemande right, ladies chain, circle left, pass through, and promenade.

Whether dancing or not, attendees can bring lawn chairs and blankets for the terrace and lawn. The Golden Pear Cafe will offer a traditional barbecue buffet dinner for $25, as well as local wines, craft beers, and cocktails for purchase. The contra dance program is included in the price of admission, which is $10, free for members,