
The Choreographers
Patron of the Festival since the first edition, David is world-renowned for his Catalan style.
David Villellas
American choreographer and owner of the famous "Mishnock Barn" in Rhode Island, Dan Albro teaches country dancing alongside his wife Kelly around the world and will also accompany you in couple dances.
Dan & Kelly Albro
Passionate about Line Dance since 2011, David has more than a hundred choreographies to his credit including Speedy Cowboy, All Day All Night, No promise...
This year, David joins the Santa Susanna International Country Festival team for the first time!
David Lecaillon
A tireless choreographer, Marie-Claude has been giving us her infectious energy since the beginning of the Festival
Marie-Claude Gil
A dancer since I was little, my FCWDA, NTA, CDIT training allowed me to obtain my dance teacher diploma from the FFD.
I am a choreographer and travel to clubs all over France and abroad for courses and workshops.
Agnès Gauthier
Passionate about Country music since adolescence, Sandra is a patient and smiling instructor, Country dance host and choreographer.
Country Line dancer since 1994. Country Line Dance Champion in the "Saxony Team Cup" 2000
French Championship in Paris
"City Of Light" 2005 individual.
Sandra Souillard
Passionate about country dancing for over 15 years, we met on a dance floor in 2015. We started learning TwoStep in Spain and wrote our first couple choreography "Boot Boogie" in 2019. We are very happy to be able to share our passion for the 3rd year in Santa Susanna.
Sonia et Norbert Genty
Our deans Christian and Marie-France will teach you the "Partner" dances every afternoon, always with a smile and good humor!
Christian Brugnet & M.F Bonin
Séverine Fillon
The program of the week


Monday to Friday
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
5 Dance Places
WORKSHOPS


Monday to Friday
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Aperitif concerts on the terrace
with all the country hits to dance again or take a break always with music!
APERITIF-CONCERTS


Monday to Friday
3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
PARTNERS
DANCE "PARTNER"


Monday to Friday
4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
1h30 of non-stop dancing
with your
DJs and choreographers
BALLS


Monday to Friday
6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Workshop reviews with your choreographers
REVIEWS


Sunday to Friday
9:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Exceptional live concerts
with international artists
CONCERTS


Sunday to Friday
11:00 p.m. - 12:30 a.m.
1h30 of non-stop dancing
animated by your
DJs and choreographers
GRAND BALL


Monday to Friday
2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Learn the basics of country dancing while having fun!
BEGINNERS COURSES


Friday evening
9:00 p.m.
For the closing night, David Villellas and his dancers offer us an exceptional show
SHOW DAVID VILLELLAS
The concerts
Craig Campbell has long been admired for his patience and perseverance on musical paths less traveled. A constant balance between traditional values and modern trends in the music industry, Campbell is also considered by many to be one of the most talented stars in any genre. He has had a string of Top 10 hits on two labels before launching Grindstone Recordings in 2020.
craig campbell
Kinsey Rose is a Nashville-based singer-songwriter whose powerful voice and poignant lyrics have captivated audiences around the world. She has been an artist-in-residence at some of Music City’s most iconic venues, including the famed Legend’s Corner on Broadway, and regularly performs at Bridgestone Arena during NHL Predators games.
kinsey rose
In 2008, renowned Dutch guitarist Albert Rumengan formed the band Music Road Pilots. From the outset, the mission was to create a modern country sound mixed with classic American styles. The music is still rooted in authentic, warm and raw folk sounds, sung by artists such as Hank Williams, Ray Price, Merle Haggard, Buck Owens and George Jones. In 2023, Music Road Pilot won their tenth “Best Modern Country Band/Cover” award with their song “Callin'Caroline” at the 4th International Red Carpet Music Award Show.
music road pilots
buffalo hill billy
Stomp Box Band is a brand-new group born in Provence on the initiative of MrJay.
A breath of fresh air that will delight dance enthusiasts and Country Music fans alike.
Stay tuned for more info...;-)
stomp box band
With more than 50 concerts per year since 2010, across France and Europe, the group has built up solid stage experience.
The repertoire to dance and listen to, is composed of standards of Country & Rock'n Roll music but also of the current style called New Country. Festivals, American days, big balls, concert halls are the favorite places of BACKWEST.
It is a show for everyone, fans of country music and dancing, but also for an "uninitiated" audience always very enthusiastic about discovering this music.