The Dancing Master, 1651-1728: An Illustrated Compendium - Coded figures, facsimiles and other data for all of the 1,053 known dances published in various editions of Playford. Also includes some background information. Merri Pryanksters - Information about rehearsals in California, plus descriptions of the dances from the first edition of Playford, with abbreviations expanded and spellings modernized. Estienne's Country Dance Book - Descriptions of steps, and reconstructions of selected dances. Dafydd's Collection of Playford's English Country Dances - Reconstructions of a selection of dances, mainly from the first edition. Nicolas Broadbridge - Caller, teacher, musician and researcher based in Scotland. Information about dance groups in Edinburgh and Glasgow, music groups, and books and CDs for sale. The English Dancing Master by John Playford 1651 - The complete text of the first edition. Includes links to some of the music. The Strafford Ball - Annual Playford-style ball in Strafford, Vermont. Includes dance instructions for previous and upcoming balls. The British Library: John Playford - From Country Dance to Contradanse - Virtual exhibition covering Playford's publications and influence, illustrated with items from the Library's collection.