Greek Dancers of the Monterey Peninsula
Erwin "Chuck" Chernoff
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Dance experience: Chuck has danced his entire life: Ballroom, jitterbug, various folk dances, latin. He has even danced in a few shows. Favorite dance: Syrto Pyleas. Costume seen here: This is the Korinthian costume known as the Poukamisa or Kanavitsa . It is worn with a cap, the skoufi. This costume was made by Mary Jane Skopos. Non-dance hobbies: Tennis and Bridge. Profession: Retired Optometrist Quote: "Trust me!"
Here are more pictures of Chuck!
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Here, Chuck strikes a pose in his Taverna costume.