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Comfortable and stylish dancewear: my favourite brands for swing and jazz dancers
Discover my favourite fashion brands for swing dancing. Style, comfort and movement, with exclusive discount codes!
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Blog
Welcome to our blog about the world of swing dancing at SwingDanceHome.com!
Here you'll find your corner dedicated to all things related to the exciting art of swing. From practical tips to the most authentic moves, and from local events to the rich history that surrounds swing, our blog is your travel companion.
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History
Erroll Garner: A Master of Piano and Improvisation
Erroll Garner, one of the most influential jazz pianists, captivated the world with his unmistakable style and talent for improvisation. From his innovative introductions to his masterpiece *Misty*, Garner left an indelible legacy that continues to inspire musicians and dancers.
Swing Tips
7 reasons why Lindy Hoppers should learn to dance Solo Jazz
Discover how Solo Jazz enriches your Lindy Hop: improved musicality, rhythm, improvisation and more. Learn Jazz at Swing Dance Home and enhance your style.
Choreographies
Exploring the Timeless Rhythms of Duke Ellington's "Bli-Blip"
Dive into the history of Duke Ellington’s Bli-Blip and its significance in swing. Discover the origins of the dance, the social commentary of the time, and how it continues to inspire dancers today. This article is perfect for swing lovers and anyone interested in African American art and culture.
History
Breaking Boundaries: The First Air Step in Lindy Hop
Discover the fascinating story of the first aerial in the history of the Lindy Hop, created by pioneers Frankie Manning and Frida Washington. This innovative movement transformed the swing community, adding complexity and creativity to dance. Explore the impact of this aerial and enjoy revealing anecdotes in an exciting video with Frankie Manning.
Swing Tips
What to expect from your first Swing dance class?
Are you thinking about attending your first swing dance class? Find out what you can expect in terms of a lively atmosphere, basic steps, improvisation and the opportunity to meet new people. Get ready to have a great time and learn about the origins of this vibrant African-American dance.
Competitions
1st Place in the Advance Draw competion at ILHC Europe 2022
In November 2022 I had the opportunity to attend the ILHC Europe Lindy Hop and Solo Jazz Championships. For the first time a European qualifying edition of these championships, which always took place in Washington and New York, was held in Sofia, Bulgaria.
History
Clayton “Peg Leg” Bates – A Short History
Clayton "Peg Leg" Bates, born in 1912 in rural South Carolina, was a famous swing dancer and showman known for tap dancing with a wooden prosthetic limb and a unique style. Bates had lost a leg in a farming accident at the age of six.
Choreographies
My collaboration with Swing Dance Uganda
A few months ago I made this wonderful collaboration with Okurut George and his swing dance project. In this video you can see both his Solo Jazz students and my students (from Swing Maniacs), dancing the same choreography. Separated by thousands of kilometres, and yet together.
History
Mama Lu Parks – A Short History
Louise "Mama Lou" Parks is one of the dancers who, with her company, kept Lindy Hop "alive" after the closure of the Savoy Ballroom in 1958.
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