Nina Berry Square Dance Calling


Ceremony pricing

Prices start at $1,600

Reception pricing

Prices start at $1,600

Category: Live Band or Ensemble

Type: Multi-piece live band

Genres: Americana, Country/Folk



About Nina Berry Square Dance Calling

Nina Berry Square Dance Calling

Square Dance Caller

I’m passionate about teaching and calling community dances that bring people together to experience joy, appreciate down home country music, and celebrate love! I come with a 3 piece live band and have lots of experience calling and coordinating dances for groups of 12 to over 300 people. I call the monthly Barn Dance at Pie Ranch as well as other community, private, and wedding dances all around the Bay Area.

I am dedicated to working with you to craft the perfect set list of dances that will get your family and friends out on the dance floor. All dances are 100% taught at the beginning and prompted along the way, meaning I’ll guide you every step of the way, even while the music is going! Square dancing is VERY beginner friendly.


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Musical genres

  • Americana
  • Country/Folk

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  • Fun, Inclusive Square Dance Caller!

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    John H.Aug 6, 2024

    My partner and I asked Nina to bring musicians and call square and contra dances at our wedding reception last November. It was wonderful. We wanted an alternative to a wedding band that was unique and interesting and affordable and charming and down-to-earth, and that went with our summer camp vibe, and Nina really delivered. Almost none of our guests had any prior experience at all square or contra dancing, but Nina knew exactly how to introduce the dance steps and keep everyone engaged. She was quick to respond to the needs of our group, and read the room brilliantly. To our amazement and delight, almost everyone participated, and multiple people told us afterwards that the square dancing was their favorite part of the wedding. Nina called the dances in a way that avoided traditional gender roles and accommodated dancers who didn't have a partner, allowing all of our guests to feel included in the fun. We are particularly appreciative of that. We only had her call for an hour, but we could have very easily and happily done more! In the weeks and days leading up to the wedding, Nina was very easy to communicate with, professional, and thoughtful. I could not recommend her higher for anyone looking for an experienced barn dance caller.

  • A big ol' YEE HAW for Nina Berry Square Dance!

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    PetrinaMay 6, 2024

    Nina Berry is a delight to work with! From our very first email exchange she was enthusiastic and professional and I felt confident she would make our dreams of a fun community square dance with all our friends and family come true! And she did indeed. It's not easy to shepherd a group of newbie dancers, but she made everyone feel comfortable and created a fun, relaxed atmosphere. There were huge smiles all around and everyone commented afterwards what a great time they had. Nina's band Gettin' Good was filled with equally as lovely and talented women, and it was a joy to be able to dance to their lively music. Nina and her band made it a truly memorable and joyful event and we whole heartedly recommend them!

  • Nina is the best!!

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    Natasha Lozanoff Mar 4, 2024

    I highly recommend hiring Nina to make your wedding the best it can be. Square dancing is such a fun activity that will be sure to make everyone smile and be happy. I have been to many square dances that Nina has called at and she is amazing and commanding the crowd and making sure everyone has the best time possible. Please hire Nina!

  • WOW, from a Wedding DJ

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    Micah PFeb 29, 2024

    Nina was such a pleasure to work with! It was a treat to see her whip the crowd into square dance delight, and I was grateful that limbs were loose for dancing, as I followed right after. People were all smiles, and I was, too! You’d be wise to book Nina for your next wedding or hootenanny (: