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PSDC Forums: Last 35 Posts http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ PSDC Forums: Last 35 Posts en Sat, 31 Jul 2010 18:11:11 +0000 Showdown on "Ultimate Lindy Hop Showdown - NEW ORLEANS - Oct 1-4 2010" http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/topic/ultimate-lindy-hop-showdown-new-orleans-oct-1-4-2010#post-182 Fri, 30 Jul 2010 17:41:26 +0000 Showdown 182@http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ The New Orleans Swing Dance Festival & The Ultimate Lindy Hop Showdown September 30th- October 4th 2010 NEW ORLEANS, LA <a href="http://www.lindyshowdown.net" rel="nofollow">www.lindyshowdown.net</a> ------------------------------------------------------------------- Dear Friends, We are pleased to announce the official musical lineup for The Ultimate Lindy Hop Showdown 2010! Palmetto Bug Stompers, Loose Marbles, Cotton Mouth Kings, Meschiya Lake & Dem Little Big Horns, Washboard Chaz Blues Trio, The Tomcats 12-Piece Dance Orchestra, Tuba Skinny, Luke Winslow-King. That's 8 bands for your dancing pleasure! With a line-up like this the floor is guaranteed to be packed. We are also pleased to announce the teacher line-up for Sundays Swing Dance workshops. Weekend ticket holders can drop-in on several classes in various styles of swing & jazz dances as well as question an answer sessions with our dance masters. Here they are... Norma Miller, Sugar Sullivan, Chazz Young, Judy Pritchett, Lennart Westerlund, Jenny Deurell, Peter Loggins, Mia Goldsmith, Mike Faltesek, Juan Villafane, DancinMan 504 (Darryl Young) and more to be added soon. After class, club hop like a local on the hottest street in New Orleans - FRENCHMEN STREET! NEW THIS YEAR! 1....BIGGER after hours venue! After getting some complaints about not enough space during after hours last year, we are are happy to announce The Maison on Frenchmen Street as our official Late Night venue. Two floors of hardwood, full bar, cheap FOOD, pool tables, balcony overlooking the stage & dance floor, and LOTS of Room for DANCING. 2....Below You will find some EXTRA PARTIES for those who purchase a weekend ticket to ULHS BEFORE August 1st. YOU CANNOT BUY TICKETS FOR THESE ACTIVITIES. Entrance into these "extras" will be at random draw. *Coffee & Tea Party Saturday at noon with free food and drink in a historic New Orleans home on Royal Street. * Vintage Hair & Make Up Session before the Saturday night dance for Ladies Only. Food will be provided. * Saturday (Pre-Dance) Poolside Coffee & Cocktail Party. 3.....The ULTIMATE Lindy Hop SHOP. On St Ann Between Bourbon & Dauphine. The OFFICIAL ULHS Store! Event information, maps, ULHS Merchandise; T-Shirts, Posters, Postcards, Band Cd's, Shoes, and more. Open all Day Friday-Sunday 11am-7pm. SIT TIGHT! Contest Registration coming soon! AND don't forget to book those hotel rooms ASAP. They will definitely sell out. To purchase a ticket to The Ultimate Lindy Hop Showdown please visit our website. Website updates coming this week <a href="http://www.lindyshowdown.net" rel="nofollow">http://www.lindyshowdown.net</a> Be our FRIEND on FACEBOOK! Show some love and tell your friends you've registered for The Ultimate Lindy Hop Showdown. We appreciate it! p.s. Can we send you some flyers to put out at your weekly classes, dances, or national events? Send a note to <a href="mailto:lindyshowdown@gmail.com">lindyshowdown@gmail.com</a> with your snail mail address. p.s.s A few other things to keep in mind; arrive early on Thursday to dance to The Palmetto Bug Stompers that night, enjoy a fashion show, and to be around for the Second Line Parade that will happen Friday afternoon. 2plyswing on "CATALINA REGISTRATION OPENS JULY 12" http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/topic/catalina-registration-opens-july-12#post-181 Wed, 14 Jul 2010 15:49:39 +0000 2plyswing 181@http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ FIRST 50 TICKETS SOLD OUT IN 9 MINUTES! Tickets are selling fast! Don't delay, register today at <a href="http://www.2plyswing.com" rel="nofollow">www.2plyswing.com</a> atlantajazzdance on "Atlanta Varsity Showdown - October 8-10th" http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/topic/atlanta-varsity-showdown-october-8-10th#post-180 Wed, 14 Jul 2010 00:33:10 +0000 atlantajazzdance 180@http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ AVS 2010 Registration opens Thursday, July 15th! This event is not to be missed! $70 full weekend passes (includes Saturday's Rhythmic Rhapsody Showcase) to the first 20 people to register. These passes will go fast, so hurry and register to save the big bucks! AVS Full-access passes: $70 - First 20 people registered $85 - "Summer Special Early Registration (until Aug 31st) $100 - Regular Registration (Sept 1st-Oct 6th) $115 - At the Door Registration $60 - Dance Only Pass [url]www.atlantavarsityshowdown.com[/url][/b] 2plyswing on "CATALINA REGISTRATION OPENS JULY 12" http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/topic/catalina-registration-opens-july-12#post-179 Mon, 12 Jul 2010 08:43:35 +0000 2plyswing 179@http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ REGISTRATION OPENS TODAY!!! Bal Rendezvous TIER 1 tickets sold out in 2 minutes – we expect TIER 1 to sell out in less than that for CATALINA! Be ready at NOON (San Diego Time – PT) to get online and register at <a href="http://www.2plyswing.com" rel="nofollow">www.2plyswing.com</a> atlantajazzdance on "Atlanta Varsity Showdown - October 8-10th" http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/topic/atlanta-varsity-showdown-october-8-10th#post-178 Fri, 09 Jul 2010 22:58:16 +0000 atlantajazzdance 178@http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ Atlanta Varsity Showdown October 8th-10th, 2010 Presented by: the Atlanta Swing Era Dance Association & Atlanta Jazz Dance Preservation Society Early Registration Opens July 15th! $70 passes to the first 20 people registered Join us for a weekend devoted to the celebration of Jazz Dance History! World-Class Instruction – More than 25 Classes 4 Track Levels – Beginner to Masters Lindy Hop - Charleston - Authentic Jazz - Balboa - Blues + NEW Rhythm Tap Track! - Historical Presentations & Lectures - Jack and Jill Competitions - Live Swing and Jazz Music **Rhythmic Rhapsody Performance Showcase** @ the historic Rialto Center for the Arts - Special Guests Performances - Saturday Gala Dance & Reception Featuring: Jazz Dance Legend & Historian Chester Whitmore Bobby White & Kate Hedin Andrew Thigpen & Karen Thurman Terrence "Taps" Bennett & Tre McClendon <a href="http://www.atlantavarsityshowdown.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.atlantavarsityshowdown.com</a> 2plyswing on "CATALINA REGISTRATION OPENS JULY 12" http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/topic/catalina-registration-opens-july-12#post-177 Mon, 05 Jul 2010 18:54:05 +0000 2plyswing 177@http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ THIS WEEKEND ONLY! JULY 10-11 = SATURDAY NIGHT SPECIAL OFFER JULY 12 = FULL EVENT REGISTRATION OPENS If you cannot afford the full weekend event, you must take advantage of this special COUPLE EARLY PAY opportunity! SAT NIGHT SPECIAL PACKAGE INCLUDES: * ROUND TRIP BOAT from LONG BEACH * Saturday night DINNER * Saturday night DANCE featuring the Jonathan Stout Orchestra Regular price for the above package is: $185 JULY 10-11 the price for the above package is: $110 ***** $75 DISCOUNT ***** Offer only available on JULY 10 (12:01am) - JULY 11 (11:59pm) * Offer must have a minimum of 30 COUPLES * Offer only available for a maximum of 50 COUPLES *** (2 people = COUPLE) *** HOW DO I PURCHASE THIS PACKAGE: * Make sure you have a friend, relative, partner - offer for COUPLES * Be ready to PAY with PAYPAL (Credit Card) on JULY 12 * Go to <a href="http://WWW.2PLYSWING.COM" rel="nofollow">WWW.2PLYSWING.COM</a> this weekend and click on the link * Joel will be notified and will keep all informed of the status * 30 COUPLES must purchase this package (60 people) – if not A La Carte for all * 50 COUPLES MAX - once that hits, link will be removed, then A La Carte * Joel will send REGISTRATION & PAYMENT page on July 12 * On July 12 - REGISTER & PAY and save $75... Please see <a href="http://www.2PlySwing.com" rel="nofollow">www.2PlySwing.com</a> for up to date details and REGISTRATION information. 2plyswing on "CATALINA REGISTRATION OPENS JULY 12" http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/topic/catalina-registration-opens-july-12#post-176 Fri, 25 Jun 2010 18:49:24 +0000 2plyswing 176@http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ That's right - in NOVEMBER we return to CATALINA... Mark your calendars for NOVEMBER 12-14, 2010 and EVERY November from now on. WEBSITE HAS BEEN UPDATED! REGISTRATION WILL OPEN JULY 12 - SPECIAL OFFERS JULY 10-11 - see website - Join the race to buy tickets to the most amazing event in 2010 -- 200 Follower FULL WEEKEND TICKETS -- 200 Leader FULL WEEKEND TICKETS --- Discount prices on limited tickets - REGISTER EARLY! ---- FREE 2PlySwing EVENT opportunity for the first 50 registrations FULL DETAILS AT: <a href="http://www.2PlySwing.com" rel="nofollow">www.2PlySwing.com</a> POIRIER11 on "New York - The best place to tango" http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/topic/new-york-the-best-place-to-tango#post-175 Mon, 21 Jun 2010 01:33:55 +0000 POIRIER11 175@http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ Learning the Argentine tango is what most people really enjoy these days. This dance form was invented in Argentina and Uruguay. While travelling every county and era this dance went through many changes not only in style, but, in clothing as well. North America and Europe had a great influence on the Argentine tango. Argentine tango is a partner dance, which mainly consists of a male and female. This tango looks more like the partners striding together on the music beats. When searching for a good dance academy to learn <a href="http://www.youshouldbedancing.net/">The Argentine Tango NYC</a> is where dance aspirants find all the answers. New York City has the best of dance schools and studios that are well-equipped for all sorts of dance forms. A learner has plenty of learning opportunities with the guidance of well-trained dance instructors. This dance form relies greatly on improvisation; there are no basic steps in this tango. Most steps are invented on the dance floor; this gives the dance instructors an opportunity to create new moves every day. Argentine tango is very different from the ballroom tango, which happens to follow every step to the T. Another difference between these two tango styles is the way of holding the partner. Argentine tango embrace is warm and friendly as the partners are connected at the hip and chest whereas in the ballroom version the couple is joined at the hip only. The music on Argentine tango is of fast beats, a variety of orchestras combine together to make this tango music possible. WILKINSON21 on "The Right Way To tango!" http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/topic/the-right-way-to-tango#post-174 Sat, 22 May 2010 00:40:34 +0000 WILKINSON21 174@http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ Dancing! A desire that is somewhere buried within everybody’s hearts. Some people manage to fulfill this desire and many don’t. If you are one of those who is still thinking about dancing then stop doing that and join a dance school soon. Salsa, mambo, samba, jazz, Lindy hop, Argentine tango and many more dance styles are available at your door step. However, among so many dance forms which one should you go for might be a tough choice. Why don’t you try learning the Argentine tango, which is quite easy to learn with very basic steps. Uruguay and Argentina were the inventors of Argentine tango. Argentine tango is a dance for couples like ballroom dance, salsa and Lindy hop. This dance type has various styles depending on the era, regions and fashions. This dance form is very unique in its own way, the couple tramp rather than swaying to the music. In this form of tango, the expert couples usually dance on the outer ring of the dance floor. The center of the dance floor is left for couples who are in the beginning stage of dance and have a little problem with direction-finding. In America, especially New York has many dance schools that teach many of the dances. <a href="http://www.youshouldbedancing.net/">Argentine Tango NYC</a> is being improvised by professionals from all over the world. Every passing day ensures that the beginners gain control of direction and control on their movements. Dance classes teach you all the above steps making you a pro in the dancing field. To encourage argentine tango dance, professional competitions are held with great pomp and show. miller3220 on "Swing Dance America 2010" http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/topic/swing-dance-america-2010#post-173 Wed, 14 Apr 2010 16:44:05 +0000 miller3220 173@http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ * Champions Strictly Swing has been added to the schedule on Saturday night. * There will be at least one ballroom with open dancing during all comps in the Grand Ballroom. * Updated Event Schedule can be found here: <a href="http://swingdanceamerica.com/schedule.html" rel="nofollow">http://swingdanceamerica.com/schedule.html</a> * Workshop Schedule can be found here: <a href="http://swingdanceamerica.com/workshop_schedule.html" rel="nofollow">http://swingdanceamerica.com/workshop_schedule.html</a> miller3220 on "Swing Dance America 2010" http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/topic/swing-dance-america-2010#post-172 Thu, 01 Apr 2010 16:19:32 +0000 miller3220 172@http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ The Event Hotel, The Grand Geneva Resort & Spa is SOLD OUT. We do have a great OVER FLOW Hotel for Swing Dance America, The Timber Ridge Lodge, that is now taking reservations for Swing Dance America. NOTE: The Timber Ridge Logde is an ALL SUITES Hotel with full kitchens, full sized refrigerators, stoves, and microwave ovens. They are honoring the Swing Dance America rate of $109/night, and there is complimentary shuttle service between the two hotels. HOTEL RESERVATIONS ==================== Can be made at: <a href="http://www.grandgeneva.com/swingdance/" rel="nofollow">http://www.grandgeneva.com/swingdance/</a> or by calling 1-800-558-3417 and asking for the Swing Dance America rate of $109/night. EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT WEEKEND PASSES ==================================== Can be obtained here: <a href="http://swingdanceamerica.com/" rel="nofollow">http://swingdanceamerica.com/</a> Click the "Register Online" link on the left. DISCOUNT AIR FARES ON MIDWEST AIRLINES ======================================== Swing Dance America has partnered with Midwest Airlines and you can take up to 6% off your airfare if you are traveling to the Swing Dance America 2010 Three easy ways to save when booking your flight: 1. Visit Midwest Airlines' web site at <a href="http://www.midwestairlines.com/Default.aspx" rel="nofollow">http://www.midwestairlines.com/Default.aspx</a> and enter promo code CMZ7212, or 2. Call Midwest at 800-452-2022 and provide agent with CMZ7212, or 3. Purchase ticket through a travel agent and mention CMZ7212 * A 6% discount for tickets purchased within 45 days of travel. * Discount is valid from any city served by Midwest Airlines to the Event City, Milwaukee International Airport (Symbol MKE). Any issues with Hotel reservations, weekend passes, event schedule, please drop us note, or send us an e-mail at <a href="mailto:miller3220@aol.com">miller3220@aol.com</a> You can also give us a call at (847)382-0285. MIDWEST AIRLINES ALSO HAS A SPECIAL CALLED "MASTERCARD MONDAYS." IF YOU PURCHASE YOUR AIRLINE TICKET ON A MONDAY, AND USE A MASTERCARD, MIDWEST AIRLINES WILL TAKE $50 OFF SELECTED FLIGHTS 2plyswing on "BALBOA RENDEZVOUS 2010" http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/topic/balboa-rendezvous-2010#post-171 Tue, 30 Mar 2010 15:03:18 +0000 2plyswing 171@http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ TICKETS FOR BR AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR: $300 FULL EVENT - all workshops and dances (including Thursday night dance) $20 - THURSDAY NIGHT DANCE with the Sonny Leland Trio $30 - FRIDAY NIGHT DANCE with Hal Smith and the RHYTHMAKERS $40 - SATURDAY NIGHT DANCE with Sacha Boutros and the BR FOUR $50 - SUNDAY NIGHT DANCE with the SOLOMON DOUGLAS SWINGTET (DOES NOT INCLUDE DINNER) - MUST BUY IN ADVANCE - NO DOOR SALES AT THE PAVILION ARE ALLOWED!!! - EMAIL or CALL JOEL TO GET ON THE LIST AND PAY BEFORE $130 - DANCE ONLY PASS - Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun dances DOOR DAY OPTIONS: $95 - FRIDAY ONLY - 3 workshops / 1 evening workshop / 1 dance $140 - SATURDAY ONLY - 5 workshops / 1 evening workshop / 1 dance $90 - SUNDAY ONLY - 2 workshops / Q&A with masters / 1 dance (DOES NOT INCLUDE DINNER) - MUST BUY IN ADVANCE - NO DOOR SALES AT THE PAVILION ARE ALLOWED!!! - EMAIL or CALL JOEL TO GET ON THE LIST AND PAY BEFORE Hope to see you soon at Bal Rendezvous. Joel 2plyswing on "BALBOA RENDEZVOUS 2010" http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/topic/balboa-rendezvous-2010#post-170 Mon, 22 Mar 2010 16:02:18 +0000 2plyswing 170@http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ [img]http://www.2plyswing.com/images/HOME/BR_WEB.jpg[/img] [size=24]APRIL 8-11, 2010[/size] For all you last minute Bal dancers, the last minute is here… Pre-registration for Bal Rendezvous 2010 ends THURSDAY, MARCH 25. Treat yourself to a UNIQUE Balboa experience. There are 18 instructors teaching this year – some you will not see again in the states for a while! There are 16 IN CLASS INSTRUCTORS to help Level 1-4 dancers get the moves where you need it – IN CLASS!!! Bottom line – there is no other Balboa event like Balboa Rendezvous. You can go to countless Bal events this year with the same teachers and same format, so TREAT YOURSELF to this special weekend. This is also your ONE CHANCE a year to dance where it all began – THE HISTORIC BALBOA PAVILION and to meet all the living legends of Balboa. Full details and registration at: <a href="http://www.2PlySwing.com" rel="nofollow">www.2PlySwing.com</a> miller3220 on "Swing Dance America 2010" http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/topic/swing-dance-america-2010#post-169 Wed, 10 Mar 2010 13:14:44 +0000 miller3220 169@http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ We are pleased to announce that Benji Schwimmer will be joining us at Swing Dance America, April 22-25, 2010. Book Hotel Rooms by calling 1-800-558-3417 and ask for the Swing Dance America rate of $109/night. Early Bird pricing ends April 1, 2010. Prices change on April 2, 2010. miller3220 on "Swing Dance America 2010" http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/topic/swing-dance-america-2010#post-168 Tue, 02 Mar 2010 14:21:08 +0000 miller3220 168@http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ Tybalt Ulrich and Hazel Mede Ulrich will be joining us at Swing Dance America, April 22 - 25, 2010. Both Tybalt and Hazel is available for Pro-Ams in both West Coast Swing and Hustle and Hustle at the Event. They also are available for Private lessons throughout the weekend at Swing Dance America. 2plyswing on "BALBOA RENDEZVOUS 2010" http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/topic/balboa-rendezvous-2010#post-167 Wed, 24 Feb 2010 17:30:28 +0000 2plyswing 167@http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ BR INSTRUCTOR PROMO: If you have not registered for the Balboa Rendezvous yet, here are 34 AMAZING reasons to do so. No other Balboa event offers this variety of down-to-earth teachers or the diversity of locations. We all gather in San Diego and celebrate at the historic BALBOA PAVILION where it all began… Full event details and tickets still available at: <a href="http://www.2PlySwing.com" rel="nofollow">www.2PlySwing.com</a> This year at the Balboa Rendezvous; we of course have our familiar faces, welcome back some teachers from years past, and introduce some NEW FACES to the Balboa world: Dan Guest (London, UK) & Sophie Yesberg (Perth, Australia) We welcome Dan back after a few years away from BR. His passion for Balboa led to organizing the highly successful London Balboa Festival and teaching all over Europe. Sophie is a new addition to the main teacher lineup and will inspire the followers with her fluid movement, dynamic styling and wonderful teaching skills. Jason Herron & Andree-Anne Tremblay (Montreal, Canada) Jason & Andy run the Canadian Balboa Championships and are fierce competitors. Their classes and dancing are sure to inspire your Balboa dancing. Steve Garrett & Heidi Salerno (Glendale, CA) Two of the current 'masters' of the dance. After learning and dancing in the LA area this team of amazing dancers are second to none when it comes to creativity and charisma on the dance floor. Andy Spitz (Lyon, France) & Valerie Salstrom (Cleveland, OH) We welcome Andy back after a few years away from BR. In his absence, Andy has taught all over Europe and has organized many events. Partnering with Andy is Valerie Salstrom who runs the most popular Balboa event in the world: The original All Balboa Weekend. Valerie has taught Balboa all over the world and worked directly with Maxie Dorf to hone her craft. Mickey Fortanasce & Kelly Arsenault (Montreal, Canada & San Francisco, CA) Simply the most sought after Balboa couple in the world. Their dancing has inspired hundreds of new Balboa dancers and they almost never leave the dance floor at any event. Constantly pushing the boundaries of the dance, they have recently worked a lot on 'performance' Balboa pieces. Jeremy Otth & Laura Keat (Los Angeles, CA) You want old school, LA style Bal dancing – well, you got it with Jeremy & Laura... Jeremy is a true 'jitterbug' and partnering with Laura makes them one of the best Bal couples on the planet. Plus, they are two of the nicest people you will ever meet in the Swing dance community. Max Pitruzella & Dominique Blouin (Montreal, Canada) Look out Balboa world! - here comes Max. This will be Max's teaching debut for Balboa – what happens when you take the most inspiring and creative Lindy Hopper on the globe and give him the Balboa bug – come and see... Who tamed that Lindy energy into an amazing Bal talent? None other than the amazing Dominique Blouin who constantly strives for followers to be showcased. Her styling and teaching are simply fantastic. Marcus Koch & Barbl Kaufer (Munich, Germany) Without a doubt, two of the finest TEACHERS of dance in the world. Not only are they amazing Balboa dancers, but their attention to detail on HOW they teach makes for some of the best classes you can take. Zack Richard & Maryse LeBeau (Montreal, Canada) A dynamic competitive couple with dazzling moves and technique to share with you. It is not often that these two make it out to the West Coast, so enjoy them while they are here. Along with the amazing list of MAIN TEACHERS, the Balboa Rendezvous also offers something no other camp does: IN CLASS INSTRUCTORS. These fine Balboa dancers & teachers will be assisting on Saturday during the track classes to help students pinpoint their needs right there where they need it – in class. We are proud to welcome the following: Adam Speen & Nelle Cherry (Philadelphia, PA) Adam Vallus & Janene Nelson (Detroit, MI) Andy Clark & Daisy Robinson (Suffolk, UK) Jeff Kroll & Partner TBD (San Francisco, CA) Jon Callahan & Heather Ballew (Denver, CO) Josh & Emily McLaughlin (Portland, OR) Nathan Sartain & Tertia Miyashiro (San Diego, CA) Paul Salter & Sasha Newberg (Philadelphia, PA) Don’t delay – register today at: <a href="http://www.2PlySwing.com" rel="nofollow">www.2PlySwing.com</a> miller3220 on "Swing Dance America 2010" http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/topic/swing-dance-america-2010#post-166 Sat, 20 Feb 2010 17:14:25 +0000 miller3220 166@http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ Highlights of each day at Swing Dance America are listed below: THURSDAY ======== 1) Golf Tournament (Swing on the golf course, then Swing on the dance floor)! 2) Two (2) Early Bird Workshops 3) Early Bird Dance till the wee hours.. FRIDAY ====== 1) Showcase Division 2) "Dancing With The (Swing Dance America) Stars" Auction. 3) "Midnight Gourmet Ice Cream" Buffet (Ice Cream Factory on site)! 4) Open Dancing in Two (2) ballrooms till daylight.. SATURDAY ======== 1) AANCE Novice Tour Qualifying Contests 2) Cocktail Hour from 7-8 PM 3) Classic Divisions (Rising Star, Pro-Am, Open Classic) 4) MASTER'S Tour Qualifying Contest 5) Professional Exhibition Show...The Best Of The Best... 6) "Hustle Team Challenge" Tourney (4 Teams - 8 Dancers/Team) 8) Midnight "Hungry Man's Breakfast Buffet" 9) Open Dancing in Two (2) ballrooms till daylight.. SUNDAY ====== 1) Inter-Club "Dance Challenge" Finals..Texas/Louisiana current Champs 2) All Star Jack & Jill Finals 3) Champions/Invitational Jack & Jill (2 Dance) Championships 4) Awards 5) Post-dance party beginning at 7 PM Full schedule is located here: <a href="http://swingdanceamerica.com/schedule.html" rel="nofollow">http://swingdanceamerica.com/schedule.html</a> miller3220 on "Swing Dance America 2010" http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/topic/swing-dance-america-2010#post-165 Mon, 08 Feb 2010 09:50:33 +0000 miller3220 165@http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ The Weekend Event Schedule for Swing Dance America is posted. Highlights include: * Early Bird Golf Outing On Thursday. Open to everyone. * Two (2) Early Bird Workshops And An Early Bird Dance On Thursday Evening. * Showcase Division on Friday Night * Classic Divisions On Saturday Night * Four (4) Classic Divisions (Rising Star, Open, Pro-Am Mixed, Master's) * Professional/Invitational Cross Over (2 Dance) Jack & Jill On Sunday Complete Event Schedule can be obtained here: <a href="http://swingdanceamerica.com/schedule.html" rel="nofollow">http://swingdanceamerica.com/schedule.html</a> 2plyswing on "BALBOA RENDEZVOUS 2010" http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/topic/balboa-rendezvous-2010#post-164 Mon, 04 Jan 2010 14:44:36 +0000 2plyswing 164@http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ [b]REGISTRATION OPENS TONIGHT at 7pm!!![/b] [img]http://www.2plyswing.com/images/HOME/BR_WEB.jpg[/img] [size=24]APRIL 8-11, 2010[/size] That's right, now it's time to get fired up for BALBOA RENDEZVOUS 2010 - one of the premier dance events in the world. FULL DETAILS are now available on the website. Last year, the first TWO TIERS of disount tickets sold out in less than ONE HOUR!!!! Don't miss your chance at an amazing weekend at a hugely discounted rate. REGISTER TONIGHT AT: <a href="http://www.2PlySwing.com" rel="nofollow">www.2PlySwing.com</a> miller3220 on "Swing Dance America 2010" http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/topic/swing-dance-america-2010#post-163 Wed, 23 Dec 2009 16:29:54 +0000 miller3220 163@http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ The 4th annual Swing Dance America dance convention is set for April 22 - 25, 2010, at a fabulous 4 diamond resort known as The Grand Geneva Resort & Spa, in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. Largest WEST COAST SWING and HUSTLE Dance Convention Event in the Midwest USA. Venue is one of the best venues on the circuit - The Grand Geneva Resort & Spa - a Four (4) Diamond Resort with FREE PARKING!!! <a href="http://swingdanceamerica.com/" rel="nofollow">http://swingdanceamerica.com/</a> * Three (3) elegant) Ballrooms - West Coast Swing, Hustle, & Privates. * Early Bird Dance on Thursday evening along with Two (2) workshops. * After Event Dance on Sunday Evening. * Social dancing in Two (2) ballrooms till daylight the next day. NEW FOR 2010: ============= * Showcase Division. * Hustle "Team Match" Tounament. * Early Bird golf outing Thursday afternoon on Championship course. * FREE VALET PARKING for Swing Dance America attendees!!! WEST COAST SWING STAFF ======================= Robert & Nicola Royston Angel & Debbie Figueroa Brent & Kellese Key Michael & LeAnn Norris Brennar Goree & Torri Smith Paul Warden & Catriona Wiles (UK Champions) Terry Roseborough Kara Przybyla Mike Topel More to come...... HUSTLE STAFF ========== Kelvin Roche & Lori Ann Greenhouse Angel & Debbie Figueroa Nino DiGuilio Stephanie Risser Joe Kerner More to come... Visit us on Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/home.php?ref=logo#/event.php?eid=172773395767&ref=ts" rel="nofollow">http://www.facebook.com/home.php?ref=logo#/event.php?eid=172773395767&ref=ts</a> Questions, please e-mail Glen Miller (Event Director) at <a href="mailto:miller3220@aol.com">miller3220@aol.com</a>, or give us a call at (847)382-0285. We look forward to welcoming you to the Heartland! swinginstyle on "Rocky Mtn Balboa Blowout 2/26-28" http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/topic/rocky-mtn-balboa-blowout-226-28#post-162 Sun, 29 Nov 2009 13:37:21 +0000 swinginstyle 162@http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ The Rocky Mountain Balboa Blowout's next price break ends on Monday November 30th. The price will go up to $139. In other news, Mickey & Kelly and Bobby & Kate have been added to the instructor list. We have Jonathan Stout and his Campus Five featuring Hilary Alexander. Check out the <a href="http://www.cmdance.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=40&Itemid=75">website</a> for further information. <a href="http://cmdance.org/index.php?option=com_virtuemart&Itemid=166&vmcchk=1&Itemid=166">Register here for $125.</a> 2plyswing on "Swingin' the New Year (with SOUL)" http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/topic/swingin-the-new-year-with-soul#post-161 Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:43:58 +0000 2plyswing 161@http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ NYE STIMULUS PACKAGE PRICE UPDATES!!!! Register today at: <a href="http://www.2PlySwing.com" rel="nofollow">www.2PlySwing.com</a> Hey everyone - Most NYE events are $100+ for ONE NIGHT – this is an AMAZING DEAL for 4 nights of LIVE MUSIC!!!! I've tried to make this event as affordable as possible so here are the NEW prices available: NYE FULL EVENT PACKAGE - ALL WORKSHOPS & DANCES & AFTER-HOURS: $200 - [SAVE $75] - PRE-REGISTRATION FOR FULL EVENT $240 - [SAVE $35] - AT THE DOOR (cash or check) - after DEC 28 DANCE ONLY PACKAGES: *** ALL PRICES INCLUDE LATE NIGHT DANCING $120 - [SAVE $35] - ALL DANCES $80 - [SAVE $25] - WEEKENDER (JAN 1, 2, and 3) $45 - Thursday, DEC 31 DANCE ONLY - Hal Smith & The Rhythmakers $35 - Friday, JAN 1 DANCE ONLY - Missy Andersen $30 - Saturday, JAN 2 DANCE ONLY - Sonny Leland Trio $25 - Sunday, JAN 3 DANCE ONLY - Mercedes Moore & Crew AT THE DOOR A LA CARTE EVENT PRICING: $50 - Thursday, DEC 31 DANCE (includes LATE NIGHT) $40 - Friday, JAN 1 DANCE (includes LATE NIGHT) $35 - Saturday, JAN 2 DANCE (includes LATE NIGHT) $30 - Sunday, JAN 3 DANCE (includes LATE NIGHT) $120 - CLASSES ($20/class * 6) ====== $275 FULL EVENT VALUE A La Carte ($240 if you purchase FULL WEEKEND) 2plyswing on "Swingin' the New Year (with SOUL)" http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/topic/swingin-the-new-year-with-soul#post-160 Mon, 09 Nov 2009 19:11:16 +0000 2plyswing 160@http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ PRE-PAY DANCE ONLY PACKAGES now available: $150 - ALL DANCES (includes LATE NIGHT) $100 - WEEKENDER (JAN 1, 2, and 3 dances and LATE NIGHT) $50 - Thursday, DEC 31 DANCE ONLY (includes LATE NIGHT) $40 - Friday, JAN 1 DANCE ONLY (includes LATE NIGHT) $35 - Saturday, JAN 2 DANCE ONLY (includes LATE NIGHT) $30 - Sunday, JAN 3 DANCE ONLY (includes LATE NIGHT) Go to <code><a href="http://www.2plyswing.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.2plyswing.com</a></code> to register today!!! swinginstyle on "Rocky Mtn Balboa Blowout 2/26-28" http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/topic/rocky-mtn-balboa-blowout-226-28#post-159 Sat, 31 Oct 2009 15:28:34 +0000 swinginstyle 159@http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ The legend continues...Denver's <a href="http://www.balboablowout.com/">Rocky Balboa Blowout</a> is back for 2010!! Life is happy, fights have seemed easy. Now a young upstart is going to make you prove just how far you can still go... 2009 was a great time and the competition was Hot as well as the live music! Again, CMDance will be bringing in Jonathan Stout and His Campus Five featuring Hilary Alexander for your feet to go fast to! So come on out to the Mile High City to enjoy some top notch instruction, live and dj'ed music, social dancing, and lets not forget the fierce competitions. Discount pricing deadlines below: Registration page is being revamped....to register by November 2nd for the online price of $114.00, ($109.00 plus on-line processing fee), go to <a href="http://www.paypal.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.paypal.com</a> , log in, and pay email address <a href="mailto:cmcserve@ecentral.com.">cmcserve@ecentral.com.</a> Be sure to add all your contact information. OR, you can mail a check for $109.00 to CMDance, 421 S. Monaco Parkway, Denver, CO 80224. Please note: All checks and paypal payments must be received by posted discounts dates or you will have to pay the balance due to complete your registration. $109.00 until November 2nd, 2009 $125.00 until November 30th, 2009 $139.00 until January 10th 2010 $149.00 until February 24th, 2010 $159.00 at the door Special Features: Instructors- Denise Phelan Nick Williams David Rehm Sylvia Sykes Laura Keat Heather Ballew Jeremy Otth DJs- Brian Begun - Head DJ (Woodland Hills, CA) Kate Hedin (Washington DC) Laura Windley (Chapel Hill, NC) Allen Kerr (Falls Church, VA) and a host of special guests. This is gearing up to be an awesome weekend. Check our <a href="http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/event.php?eid=320539135081">facebook page here</a> SwingCha on "Our site ABOUT DANCING…" http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/topic/our-site-about-dancing%e2%80%a6#post-158 Mon, 26 Oct 2009 17:41:17 +0000 SwingCha 158@http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ …has a new URL: <a href="http://AboutDancing.info/" rel="nofollow">http://AboutDancing.info/</a> Please change your links/bookmarks/favorites from <a href="http://geocities.com/dancefest/" rel="nofollow">http://geocities.com/dancefest/</a> that Yahoo! is closing. The site includes: LINKS to: * Dance Clubs (including yours!) * Competition results (including yours!) and standings. EXPLANATIONS: * Jack 'n' Jill competition * Relative Placement scoring system ARTICLES: * Essentials for Ballroom Dance Competition * How to Dress for Dancing * How to Play for Dancing * How to Install and Maintain Dance Floors * Top Hits of the 1950s * Generalizing Followers * It's Too LOUD Ears About Pain/Music, Dancing, and Tinnitus Complain & Explain * Sabotaged by Sound How Sweet The Sound * Vignettes Pssst . . . Wanna see my dance scars? Saint Croix Steel * Bizet * Lionel Hampton Mahler * Moten Swing * Bar Con Dancin' on The Road * My Kinda Woman Sixty Minute Man? * Theft? * "Sweat" - The best Swing dance song ever? CALENDARS: * Events Around The World lasting at least three days and two nights * At least two hours of of Social Dancing in San Francisco and Environs * Ballroom * Country/Western * Hustle * Latin-American ("Salsa") * Music dancers enjoy * Senior * Swing * Tango Argentino SPECIAL EVENTS: Dancing and Music in San Francisco and environs. ____________________ A site ABOUT DANCING: <a href="http://AboutDancing.info/" rel="nofollow">http://AboutDancing.info/</a> swinginstyle on "Lindy Diversion Wknd Oct 16-18: Frida Virginie Skye Steven" http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/topic/lindy-diversion-wknd-oct-16-18-frida-virginie-skye-steven#post-157 Mon, 12 Oct 2009 21:28:15 +0000 swinginstyle 157@http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ Still deciding on whether you can attend Lindy Diversion? Lots of reasons to change maybe to a YES!!!! Be a part of this historic, fun, great dancing, live music and friends event! On top of that, Denver Colorado in the fall is pristine! And airfares are cheap right now!!! Live music with the Cangelosi Cards and Gordon and Friends. WE WILL HOST YOU - contact us by Tuesday! History of Lindy Hop in Denver, with a tribute to Frankie Manning. RELAX, no Competitions this weekend, just Lindy Hop Heaven. Discounts on weekend pass still available, or go ala carte with dances and classes. Oct 16-18th. WE TAKE CARE OF OUR GUESTS, and TREAT THEM WELL, OFFERING THE BEST IN ALL CATEGORIES so EVERYONE HAS A GREAT EXPERIENCE! Instructors, DJ's and Guests: Chazz Young, Steven Mitchell Virginie Jensen, Skye Humpries, Frida Seg, Mike Roberts, Laura Glaess, Joe Demers, Nelle Hatley, Lexi Keeton, Chris Härm, Rachel Demers, Adeoye Mabogunje , Chris Lee, Bobby Bonsey, Mary Freitag, Harry Saito, Shana Worel, the ALBQ Kids and a whole lot more... See you next weekend. Email <a href="mailto:info@cmdance.org">info@cmdance.org</a> <a href="http://www.lindydiversion.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.lindydiversion.com</a> swingoutsistah on "VX 2009 Enter The Swingout October 2-4 2009" http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/topic/vx-2009-enter-the-swingout-october-2-4-2009#post-156 Mon, 28 Sep 2009 09:44:24 +0000 swingoutsistah 156@http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ FOUR days until VX 2009 and only THREE days to get the whole weekend for $30!!! Friday is Far East Night! Channel your inner Kung Fu Panda or Bruce Lee!! Saturday is the ALHC Qualifier! This is your last chance to qualify before ALHC! Questions The Las Vegas Lindy Exchange (VX) is hosted by <a href="http://www.SwingDanceVegas.com." rel="nofollow">www.SwingDanceVegas.com.</a> For more information email <a href="mailto:info@SwingDanceVegas.com">info@SwingDanceVegas.com</a> swinginstyle on "Lindy on the Rocks 2010 Aug 6-8" http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/topic/lindy-on-the-rocks-2010-aug-6-8#post-155 Sun, 27 Sep 2009 21:30:53 +0000 swinginstyle 155@http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ Save the Date! Lindy on the Rocks 2010 August 6-8 <a href="http://www.lindyontherocks.com" rel="nofollow">www.lindyontherocks.com</a> swinginstyle on "Lindy Diversion Wknd Oct 16-18: Frida Virginie Skye Steven" http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/topic/lindy-diversion-wknd-oct-16-18-frida-virginie-skye-steven#post-154 Sun, 27 Sep 2009 14:12:24 +0000 swinginstyle 154@http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ Lindy Diversion Highlights! More reasons to visit Denver for this workshop weekend: Great instructors such as Steven & Virginie, Skye & Frida, Mike Roberts & Laura Glaess, and Chris Härm (Adelaide) teaching some sweet classes. <a href="http://cmdance.org/new/diversion.php?content=25">Check out the schedule!</a> Excellent live music showcasing the Cangelosi Cards, Gordon Webster & Friends featuring New York based jazz vocalist Brianna Thomas. Frankie Manning tribute video and panel discussion. Cool Denver venues. Great flight deals found at <a href="http://www.farecast.com." rel="nofollow">www.farecast.com.</a> See below. So, what more are you waiting for? <a href="http://www.cmdance.org/index.php?option=com_virtuemart&page=shop.browse&category_id=5&Itemid=30&vmcchk=1&Itemid=30">Register Now</a> Kansas City: $159 (Buy) Salt Lake City: $119 (Buy) Portland, Oregon: $217 (Wait) Seattle: $199 (Wait) San Francisco: $180 (Buy) Minneapolis:$179 (Buy) Austin: $169 (Buy) San Diego: $209 (Buy) Atlanta: $279 (Wait) Cleveland: $286 (Buy) Boston: $340 (wait) New York: $259 (Wait) Washington, DC: $250 (Wait) Raleigh: $230 (Buy) Orlando: $229 (Wait) New Orleans: $250 (Buy) Chicago: $239 (Wait) Pittsburgh: $300 (Buy) Phoenix: $139 (Buy) Las Vegas: $177 (Buy) Omaha: $145 (Buy) San Jose: $169 (Buy) San Antonio: $161 (Buy) Oklahoma City: $198 (Buy) Tulsa: $178 (Buy) Indianapolis: $199 (Buy) Boise: $229 (Wait) Rapid City: $249 Milwaukee: $146 (Buy) Cincinnati: $198 (Buy) swinginstyle on "Lindy Diversion Wknd Oct 16-18: Frida Virginie Skye Steven" http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/topic/lindy-diversion-wknd-oct-16-18-frida-virginie-skye-steven#post-153 Wed, 16 Sep 2009 19:55:16 +0000 swinginstyle 153@http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ [b]Chazz Young comes to Denver for the Lindy Diversion Dance weekend, October 16-18! [/b] Dancing in Colorado gets better each year! We have an amazing dance community here; cooperation, teamwork, friendship, and trust make this possible. Each venue, dance instructor, organizer, work in harmony to create a wonderful community. Words cannot express my gratitude. Over the past 10 years we our dance community has thrived. We danced a lot, had a great time, made lifetime friends, and have good memories growing in our dance and advancing our lives. I was recently watching some videos from events in Colorado from 11 years ago. My we have all grown so much! Some are now national and international dance champions and instructors. We are so fortunate to continually have all the Lindy Hop Greats join us in Denver each year. As a result, dancers from all across the country come here to dance….this event is no exception. Dancers from NY, CA, CO, NC, AZ, TX, WA, NM, CT, NV are converging in Denver for this event! Like I said, each year it just gets better and better. This year, with the support of CSDC, we are presenting a tribute to Frankie Manning, featuring special guest Chazz Young, (son of the late and great Frankie Manning)! Don’t miss out – Please Join Us October 16-18, <a href="http://www.cmdance.org/index.php?option=com_virtuemart&page=shop.browse&category_id=5&Itemid=30&vmcchk=1&Itemid=30">a Bargain at $125,</a> until September 17th Can you believe it? In addition to Steven, Virginie, Skye, Frida, Chris, Laura, Mike, Joe, Nelle, Rachael, Lexi, we also have Chazz Young? How lucky can one town be??? The Diversion weekend will be a gathering of good friends in a dancer-friendly atmosphere, with tons of great social dancing, the highest quality classes in Lindy Hop, Jazz, Blues, and Tap, and fantastic live music with NYC Cangelosi Cards and Gordon Webster and Friends, and top-notch national DJ’s spinning tunes for you all weekend long and into the late night, early morning. NO COMPETITIONS, JUST PURE DANCE BLISS!!!! Don’t miss out on this reunion and union of Lindy Hop past, present and future! Register now at <a href="http://www.lindydiversion.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.lindydiversion.com</a> Caryn and the Crew at CMDance : <a href="mailto:info@cmdance.org">info@cmdance.org</a> : 303-831-0499 and 303-883-6691 CmDance is a not-for profit organization dedicated to fostering the next generation of artist, focusing on music and dance preservation. ALL proceeds are donated to dance and music school programming for our youth, so your participation and enjoyment at all CmDance events also supports a great cause. <a href="http://www.cmdance.org/index.php?option=com_virtuemart&page=shop.browse&category_id=5&Itemid=30&vmcchk=1&Itemid=30">Register NOW!</a> Finally... flights are still rated a buy at <a href="http://www.farecast.com." rel="nofollow">http://www.farecast.com.</a> Also check <a href="http://www.sidekick.com." rel="nofollow">http://www.sidekick.com.</a> For the love of Lindy, Caryn and the CmDance crew LindyShowdown on "Ultimate Lindy Hop Showdown New Orleans Oct 8-12" http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/topic/ultimate-lindy-hop-showdown-new-orleans-oct-8-12#post-152 Wed, 09 Sep 2009 13:44:54 +0000 LindyShowdown 152@http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ In less than a month The Ultimate Lindy Hop Showdown will take over the city of New Orleans - the jazz music & dance capitol of the world. Come be inspired by a city built on jazz and blues! Learn a new jazz dance style, mingle with old timers and jazz musicians, social dance with people from all over the world, eat amazing food, and watch as the greatest lindy hoppers battle for bragging rights and a $1000 cash prize. Join us and dancers from all over the US, Canada, France, Italy, Spain, Sweden, England, Germany, Russia, Korea and Australia. We promise, you'll feel like you've died and gone to jazz, swing, & blues dance heaven. -------------------------- The weekend ticket price will go up 2 more times before the event. That means there is still money to be saved. Get your ticket today and avoid paying more. And tell your friends! <a href="http://www.lindyshowdown.net" rel="nofollow">http://www.lindyshowdown.net</a> Badger on "Boogie By the Bay" http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/topic/boogie-by-the-bay-1#post-151 Sat, 05 Sep 2009 09:49:47 +0000 Badger 151@http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ Any PNW people headed to Boogie By the Bay 09 in SF? Looking for room-mates. Non-smoking, quiet room, serious fun dancers. LindyShowdown on "Ultimate Lindy Hop Showdown New Orleans Oct 8-12" http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/topic/ultimate-lindy-hop-showdown-new-orleans-oct-8-12#post-150 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 10:05:20 +0000 LindyShowdown 150@http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ Hello Hello~! [b]Its almost Ultimate Lindy Hop Showdown time![/b] Please read through this entire email as there are some extremely important updates regarding the housing waiting list, hotel blocks, and choreography deadlines. [b] Trust us, you DO NOT want to miss Showdown’s first year in New Orleans. Its guaranteed to be one of the most unique events you've ever attended.[/b] You don’t have to compete (unless you want to), you don’t have to take classes (unless you want to), and there will be LOTS of social dancing to be done (and we know all of you want to do that!). [b]Secure your spot at a - still reasonable price - by purchasing a ticket TODAY! The next price increase is on Sept 7th.[/b] <a href="http://www.lindyshowdown.net/register.php" rel="nofollow">http://www.lindyshowdown.net/register.php</a> [b]Some VERY IMPORTANT updates:[/b] 1) If you are doing the choreography showcase, it is now mandatory that you send us a video of your routine along with an audio recording. You have until September 10th to sign up for showcase and send us recordings and videos. After this time we will no longer accept entries into the showcase. This is extremely important, as the band needs sufficient time to learn new songs. 2) All members of your showcase team must purchase a weekend pass. 3) Anyone requesting housing from now on will be put on a waiting list. If you have the means, please reserve a hotel room. 4) The $119 Holiday Inn room rate is only good until Sept 8th!!!!! 5) There is no video pass required this year. Please be respectful when filming. 6) The Sunday night venue (House of Blues) strictly prohibits video recording (Its their rule, not a ULHS rule. Sorry!) 7) The House of Blues is 18+. If you are under 18 and attending ULHS please email us for alternative ticket packages. <a href="mailto:lindyshowdown@gmail.com">lindyshowdown@gmail.com</a> 8) If you haven’t heard, Norma Miller, Chazz Young & Judy Pritchett are all coming to New Orleans to celebrate with us. 9) And lastly, at the after hours parties, or anytime you are dancing in a bar where there is no cover charge, you must buy at least one drink (it can be water or juice) and please please please, don't forget to TIP THE BAND. They appreciate it! [b]Check out some of the highlights from the 2009 schedule [/b] [b]Thursday Oct 8th [/b] - Cruise on the Creole Queen Riverboat with Loose Marbles. [b]Friday Oct 9th[/b] - Welcome Dance and Street Swing Dance Contest (free to enter, any style goes, you just have to do it on concrete) featuring New Orleans street musicians. - Opening Ceremony and TERPSICHORE: A Jazz Dancers Parade! - Evening swing dance with Dancin’ Fools: A Jazz & Swing Dance Choreography Showcase. Dance the night away with some of the best New Orleans jazz musicians featuring vocalist Meschiya Lake. - After Hours at Fritzels with Loose Marbles [b]Saturday Oct 10th[/b] - Second Line: A New Orleans Style Jazz Dance demonstration & class at the New Orleans Jazz Historic National Park. - Outdoor Concert & Dance at the French Market. Live music by The Palmetto Bug Stompers & New Orleans Moonshiners. Featuring The Ultimate Lindy Hop Showdown prelims & Quarter Finals & Solo Jazz Prelims. - The BIG Swing Dance at The Smithsonian’s National World War II Museum. Live music by Uncle Jack’s New Orleans Dance Orchestra and special guests. Featuring The Ultimate Lindy Hop Showdown semi-finals & finals & Solo Jazz finals. - After Hours Party at Fritzels with Loose Marbles and special guests [b]Sunday Oct 11th[/b] - Jazz Dance Classes and Historical Presentations for ALL LEVELS at Maison de la Musique: Moves in honor of Frankie Manning with Lennart Westerlund, Collegiate Fox Trot with Peter Loggins and Mia Goldsmith, First Stops: A Savoy Ballroom Routine with Sugar Sullivan and Peter Loggins, Big Apple Presentation with Judy Pritchett, Big Apple Steps with Chazz Young, Panel Discussion: Differentiating Traditional Jazz, Dixieland, Swing, and Modern styles of Jazz. - Frenchman Street Club Crawl featuring two blocks of clubs with various Jazz & Blues artists. Palmetto Bug Stompers, Luke Winslow King & more to be announced. - Burlesque & Blues at The House of Blues. Live music by Washboard Chaz Blues Trio & Loose Marbles. Performances by Trixie Minx & Bella Blue of Fleur de Tease Burlesque Revue. Featuring Solo Blues Contest and the Slow Swing & Blues Contest. [b]Monday Oct 12th[/b] - Jazz Musicians vs Swing Dancers Baseball Game [b]Brace yourself for an event like no other in a city like no other![/b] <a href="http://www.lindyshowdown.net" rel="nofollow">http://www.lindyshowdown.net</a> Questions? Email us at <a href="mailto:lindyshowdown@gmail.com">lindyshowdown@gmail.com</a> swinginstyle on "Lindy Diversion Wknd Oct 16-18: Frida Virginie Skye Steven" http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/topic/lindy-diversion-wknd-oct-16-18-frida-virginie-skye-steven#post-149 Wed, 02 Sep 2009 14:57:50 +0000 swinginstyle 149@http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ <a href="http://www.lindydiversion.com">A LINDY DIVERSION WEEKEND!!!</a>October 16-18, 2009. 10th Anniversary of CmDance Special presentations/performances and tribute to Frankie Manning With Steven & Virginie, Skye & Frida, more awesome instructors tba! Live Music with Cangelosi Cards and Gordon Webster and friends!!! A weekend dedicated to Swing Dancing, focusing on the pure enjoyment of social dance! Come dance your cares away, revive your life and dancing….we are going to have an awesome, amazing good time! Early and traditional Swing Music…music to suit all your dancing needs!!!! Take your dancing and spirit to the highest level! Classes in Lindy Hop, Jazz, Tap, Blues and Soul in a good-time roll atmosphere! Visiting DJ's Chris Lee, Harry Saito, Mike Roberts, Mary Freitag! 3 nights of dancing with National DJ's and Saturday Night live music! Late night dances on Friday and Saturday. Sunday evening dance party at "Mattie Silks"! Diversion Sales and more! <a href="http://www.cmdance.org/index.php?option=com_virtuemart&page=shop.browse&category_id=5&Itemid=28&vmcchk=1&Itemid=28">Early bird price of $114 ends tonight at midnight.</a> If you pay by check or other non-paypal method, it's $109. Frontier is having a airfare sale which ends today, September 2. <a href="http://www.frontierairlines.com/frontier/specials/online-deals-details.do?name=schoolsale">Check here for more info.</a> Badger on "Thumbs up video policy" http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/topic/thumbs-up-video-policy#post-148 Wed, 02 Sep 2009 11:08:06 +0000 Badger 148@http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ There's still a lot of reasons why it should be included: Outside of Bridgetown, it doesn't work very well if you go to an event where you don't know anyone, does it? (Hey stranger...will you take this $500 video camera and record me?) Nor are we up high on a plinth like his camera, nor does everyone even have a video camera...which you have to run back to your room or some place secure if you worry about it "growing legs and walking away". He's recorded novice prelims in most previous events...I find it hard to understand why suddenly it's not included. One usually get's good video footage of oneself, even in a crowd, of at least one preliminary dance...and to not record semis? naw...it won't wash.