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PSDC Forums Tag: swing http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ PSDC Forums Tag: swing en Tue, 06 Jan 2009 07:27:28 +0000 2plyswing on "CATALINA JAZZ DANCE FESTIVAL - June 5-7, 2009" http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/topic/catalina-jazz-dance-festival-june-5-7-2009#post-68 Mon, 05 Jan 2009 23:50:22 +0000 2plyswing 68@http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ Believe me when I say this was a very difficult decision... It is not easy to start a new event with so much going on in the dance world, and it is impossible not to conflict with others. Circumstances have led me to make the final decision today to move Catalina to 2010. Since the addition of the FRANKIE 95 event, I have felt conflicted about starting Catalina again this year. I feel that EVERYONE should support this once in a lifetime celebration for the person who mentored us all. I do not wish to cause a conflict for anyone on the fence between going to New York or coming to Catalina. I will be in New York supporting Frankie and look forward to seeing you all there: <a href="http://www.Frankie95.com" rel="nofollow">www.Frankie95.com</a> There are also two established events just before and after the originally planned Catalina weekend: Camp Jitterbug (10th annual) on May 28-31 - <a href="http://www.campjitterbug.com" rel="nofollow">www.campjitterbug.com</a> and All Balboa Weekend (9th annual) on June 11-14 - <a href="http://www.allbalboa.com" rel="nofollow">www.allbalboa.com</a> What a fantastic time for dancers. I'm a big believer in abundance and that all events can be successful. However, the saturation of such large events in 4 straight weeks is too much for any dancer or event planner to handle financially. I know many dancers were very excited to return to Catalina this year and I apologize for the change of plans. I assure you it will be an event worth waiting for - an event like no other in the world. IN 2010 WE RETURN TO CATALINA to dance in the most beautiful ballroom in the world!!!! Stay tuned for future details at <a href="http://www.2PlySwing.com" rel="nofollow">www.2PlySwing.com</a> Sincerely, Joel Plys On another 2PlySwing Productions note: First 20 tickets for Bal Rendezvous sold out in 3 minutes. Next 40 tickets sold out in 55 minutes We are now taking registrations for the next 80 and they are going quickly... If you are interested in attending, I recommend you register soon. 2plyswing on "CATALINA JAZZ DANCE FESTIVAL - June 5-7, 2009" http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/topic/catalina-jazz-dance-festival-june-5-7-2009#post-65 Fri, 26 Dec 2008 09:50:44 +0000 2plyswing 65@http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ That's right - in 2009 we return to CATALINA... Mark your calendars for JUNE 5-7, 2009 and EVERY June from now on WEBSITE HAS BEEN UPDATED! Your main instructors will be: ** RYAN & JENNY ** STEVEN & VIRGINIE ** RICHARD POWERS *** other support instructors announced soon… REGISTRATION WILL OPEN JANUARY 5 - I need a few days after New Year's to recuperate... - At 12:01 am, JAN 5 registration goes live - Join the race to buy tickets to the most amazing event in 2009 -- 175 Follower FULL WEEKEND TICKETS -- 175 Leader FULL WEEKEND TICKETS --- Discount prices on limited tickets --- Date driven discounts are a thing of the past for 2PlySwing productions ---- FREE EVENT opportunity for the first 20 registrations ----- Special discount for attending BOTH Catalina & Bal Rendezvous ----- Available for the first 100 attendees both... FULL DETAILS AT: <a href="http://www.2PlySwing.com" rel="nofollow">www.2PlySwing.com</a> comeraincomeshine on "Come Rain Come Shine 2009" http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/topic/come-rain-come-shine-2009#post-61 Fri, 21 Nov 2008 12:25:25 +0000 comeraincomeshine 61@http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ Latest News Watch Your Step Productions is proud to present the surprise instructors for Come Rain Come Shine 2009: Arjay Centeno & Melissa Rutz This West Coast Swing couple is well known throughout the US for their precision and versatility as dancers and performers. Having professionally competed, taught and performed International Ballroom, Latin and West Coast Swing, this couple brings a vocabulary unlike any other. We are proud to count them amongst our staff. ______________________________________________________________________________________ Check out our complete list of instructors for 2009: Lindy Hop Andy Reid (watch on YouTube <a href="http://fr.youtube.com/watch?v=2HnUCa7--fI" rel="nofollow">http://fr.youtube.com/watch?v=2HnUCa7--fI</a>) Nina Gilkenson (watch on YouTube <a href="http://fr.youtube.com/watch?v=rgihtpSkREE" rel="nofollow">http://fr.youtube.com/watch?v=rgihtpSkREE</a>) Nick Williams (watch on YouTube <a href="http://fr.youtube.com/watch?v=9ZvunWjOCk0" rel="nofollow">http://fr.youtube.com/watch?v=9ZvunWjOCk0</a>) Laura Keat (watch on YouTube <a href="http://fr.youtube.com/watch?v=CQ7A9HSmclo" rel="nofollow">http://fr.youtube.com/watch?v=CQ7A9HSmclo</a>) Andrew Slac Ida Jefsen Slac Mike Lenneville (watch on YouTube <a href="http://fr.youtube.com/watch?v=b-mxEKFCFsI" rel="nofollow">http://fr.youtube.com/watch?v=b-mxEKFCFsI</a>) West Coast Swing Arjay Centeno (watch on YouTube <a href="http://fr.youtube.com/watch?v=QhhulHFuLdE" rel="nofollow">http://fr.youtube.com/watch?v=QhhulHFuLdE</a>) Melissa Rutz (watch on YouTube <a href="http://fr.youtube.com/watch?v=ZL6CQ8au-X4" rel="nofollow">http://fr.youtube.com/watch?v=ZL6CQ8au-X4</a>) Ben Morris (watch on YouTube <a href="http://fr.youtube.com/watch?v=eeWEtjyofB8" rel="nofollow">http://fr.youtube.com/watch?v=eeWEtjyofB8</a>) Melina Ramirez (watch on YouTube <a href="http://fr.youtube.com/watch?v=IvWAyVTUHaU" rel="nofollow">http://fr.youtube.com/watch?v=IvWAyVTUHaU</a>) Chuck Brown Patty Vo (watch on YouTube <a href="http://fr.youtube.com/watch?v=To9OoCcQZkI" rel="nofollow">http://fr.youtube.com/watch?v=To9OoCcQZkI</a>) ______________________________________________________________________________________ Web Site Our web site is up and running. <a href="http://www.comeraincomeshinepdx.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.comeraincomeshinepdx.com</a> Check it out for pricing and more information. Registration will open shortly. Stay tuned! ______________________________________________________________________________________ Competitions offered at Come Rain Come Shine Novice J&J (WCS) Intermediate J&J (WCS) Open J&J (Lindy Hop) Open Diversity Chances to win passes to Camp Jitterbug, Reno Dance Sensation, Chico Dance Sensation and more... _____________________________________________________________________________________ Our famous Back in the Day-Night returns With the music of Soul, Funk and Old-School beats, we promise to make you dance all night. ______________________________________________________________________________________ Giving Back Come Rain Come Shine proudly donates a portion of the profits to the American Heart Association (http://americanheart.com) ______________________________________________________________________________________ Photos Check out the photos from Come Rain Come Shine 2008 on Dennis Goetz's web site. Who knows, maybe you're even on them... <a href="http://dennisgoetz.com/2008/crcs/" rel="nofollow">http://dennisgoetz.com/2008/crcs/</a> We strongly encourage you to purchase his photo-cd, because not only is Dennis an amazing photographer, he's also just a super nice guy. ______________________________________________________________________________________ Stay tuned for more information from Watch Your Step Productions comeraincomeshine on "Come Rain Come Shine 2009" http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/topic/come-rain-come-shine-2009#post-57 Mon, 10 Nov 2008 23:48:07 +0000 comeraincomeshine 57@http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ Watch Your Step Productions LLC proudly presents Portland OR's 3rd annual Come Rain Come Shine <a href="http://www.comeraincomeshinepdx.com" rel="nofollow">www.comeraincomeshinepdx.com</a> May 15th-17th 2009 What started as a small workshop to gain publicity for up and coming instructors, is now in it's 3rd successful year offering the highest quality instruction, music and social dancing. Our mission is to dance and have a good time, and make sure that you're doing the same. For the past 2 years we've taken you suggestions, your praises and criticisms and directly applied them to the event. That's why this year we will be offering: - more than 32 different classes to choose from in Lindy Hop, West Coat Swing, African, Hip Hop and more - this year even more time to dance - over 27 hours of social dancing in 2 different rooms, so your party never stops. - 4 J&J competitions with opportunities to win passes to several national events including Camp Jitterbug, Reno and Chico Dance Sensation. Our instructors for this year will be: Lindy Hop: Andy Reid & Nina Gilkenson Nick Williams & Laura Keat Michael Lenneville Andrew Slac & Ida Jefsen Slac WCS: Ben Morris & Melina Ramirez Chuck Brown & Patty Vo Plus an awesome surprise couple that'll be revealed shortly For now the price is only $115 (until February 28th). Discount opportunities for group registration and one flat rate for all students. Registration will open shortly. We will keep you informed. Check out our website with new design and layout for more information: <a href="http://www.comeraincomeshinepdx.com" rel="nofollow">www.comeraincomeshinepdx.com</a> We're very excited to see you on May 15th-17th in Portland, OR. All the best, The staff of Come Rain Come Shine Organizers: Andrew & Ida Jefsen Slac Watch Your Step Productions LLC <a href="http://www.comeraincomeshinepdx.com" rel="nofollow">www.comeraincomeshinepdx.com</a> 971.222.9708 / 503.380.0199 comeraincomeshine on "Come Rain Come Shine 2008" http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/topic/come-rain-come-shine-2008#post-38 Mon, 02 Jun 2008 21:47:28 +0000 comeraincomeshine 38@http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ Good evening We would like to thank each and every one of you for having attended Come Rain Come Shine 2008. The weekend was an incredible success for us, and we hope that you had a fantastic time. Thank you very much to those of you who filled out the evaluation forms. We will be looking them over and taking your opinions into account for next years planning. If you did not fill out a form, please feel free to contact us and share your opinion about this years event. (comeraincomeshinepdx@gmail.com) Also a BIG BIG thank you to all of our incredible volunteers!! You guys did such a wonderful job! We have a lot in store for you for next year, so stay tuned for more information on Come Rain Come Shine 2009. Save the date: May 29th-31st. We will also be organizing other exciting events during the year with talented instructors and performers from all over the country. We'll keep you updated. Again, thank you all. We hope to see you again next year. Andrew Slac & Ida Jefsen Slac Watch Your Step Productions LLC. Come Rain Come Shine 2008 <a href="http://www.comerainorcomeshinepdx.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.comerainorcomeshinepdx.com</a> comeraincomeshine on "Come Rain Come Shine 2008" http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/topic/come-rain-come-shine-2008#post-37 Tue, 27 May 2008 12:11:20 +0000 comeraincomeshine 37@http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ Dear Portland dancers.. With 3 days to go before the event, we're in desperate need of people to house all of our out-of-towners coming for Come Rain Come Shine 2008! Please volunteer to house a fellow dancer (or several), and help us make this weekend fantastic and memorable for everyone! Our housing coordinators are: Kara Pesznecker: <a href="mailto:peszkandy@gmail.com">peszkandy@gmail.com</a> Bob Tucker: <a href="mailto:wstcstbob@hotmail.com">wstcstbob@hotmail.com</a> (541-261-9774) We deeply thank you for any help you can provide! See you this weekend! On behalf of the staff of Come Rain Come Shine 2008 Sincerely Andrew Slac & Ida Jefsen Slac Watch Your Step Productions LLC. Come Rain Come Shine 2008 <a href="http://www.comerainorcomeshinepdx.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.comerainorcomeshinepdx.com</a>) comeraincomeshine on "Come Rain Come Shine 2008" http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/topic/come-rain-come-shine-2008#post-36 Fri, 23 May 2008 13:06:58 +0000 comeraincomeshine 36@http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ Come Rain Come Shine 2008 Come Rain Come Shine is simple. A weekend dedicated to the spirit of the party and the need to do so. This weekend will give just what partner dancing needs: Workshops with some of the most amazing instructors and dancers, a few contests and hours of doing what we do best: dancing. All of this designed to preserve the spirit that dancing inspires. West Coast Swing, Lindy Hop, Slow Dancing, Hip Hop, African Movement and much much more, all in beautiful Portland, Oregon! - Hours of dancing to some of the most incredible music. - Hours of workshops some of the finest instructors and dancers we have had the privilege to know, see and work with. - Competitions that will challenge and inspire you to rise to new heights, and perhaps get you passes to national events; This year we have the honor of awarding WSDC points to our winners. Cost: Full Weekend Pass: $95 before the door / $115 at the door 1-day Workshop Pass: $50 Single Dance Pass: $10 Mark your calendars and get ready to learn something new, meet someone new and party like you know you want to. May 30th through June 1st 2008, Come Rain Come Shine returns. Check out all the details and register at <a href="http://www.comerainorcomeshinepdx.com" rel="nofollow">www.comerainorcomeshinepdx.com</a> We look forward to seeing you, dancing with you and being inspired with you. Andrew & Ida Jefsen Slac Watch Your Step Productions LLC. Come Rain Come Shine 2008 <a href="http://www.comerainorcomeshinepdx.com" rel="nofollow">www.comerainorcomeshinepdx.com</a> miller3220 on "Swing Dance America April 24-27, 2008 - Milwaukee, WI" http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/topic/swing-dance-america-april-24-27-2008-milwaukee-wi#post-30 Tue, 26 Feb 2008 00:08:19 +0000 miller3220 30@http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ Swing Dance America Start Date Thursday, April 24, 2008 End Date Sunday, April 27, 2008 "Swing Into Spring with one of America's great Dance Events - Swing Dance America!" The Elegant Hilton - Milwaukee, City Center 509 West Wisconsin Avenue Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53203 1-414-271-7250 * West Coast Swing competitions * Hustle Competitions * Two Ballrooms (1 WCS; 1 Hustle) * HUGE indoor water park inside this Hilton Hotel * Saturday Night Gala Entertainment "Show" * 10 Competitive Divisions * Classic "A" and "B" * Over 20 Great Workshops (included with weekend pass) * Inter-Club Competition * "Traveling Trophy" awarded to the Club, Group,Team, Region, or State, that has the most points at the end of the Event! * Dancing With The Stars Auction * Master's Tour Event * AANCE (Americas Amature Novice Championships Events) Tour Event * 10% Swing Dance America discount on Midwest Airlines. Use Swing Dance America code CMZ7042 when making reservations. Nearest aiport is Milwaukee International (MKE) * Thursday April 24th: Two (2) Early Bird Workshops plus Early Bird Dance after the Workshops * Friday night Pizza Party (included with Weekend Pass) * Saturday night Midnight Breakfast Buffet (included with Weekend Pass) * Elegant Five Star Hotel - Hilton, Milwaukee - City Center * $99 per night at Five Start Hotel! * HUGE Water Park inside the Hotel; yes HUGE! * Five (5) Excellent restaurants inside the Hotel including Miller Pub, and Milwaukee Chop House for fine dining. * Hotel located downtown Milwaukee - 10 minutes from Milwaukee International Airport (MKE) * Airport Shuttle available or short cab ride. THE PRO'S: ===================== - Robert & Nicola Royston - Arjay Centeno & Melissa Rutz - Parker Dearborn & Jessica Cox - Jason Miklic & Sophy Kdep - Erik Novoa & Anna Brady - Jennifer Lyons - Fred & Tina Price - Slivana Gallagher - Nino DiGiulio - Kristin Geil-Ham & Monty Ham - Jimmy Mulligan - More to come... - Early Bird Hotel = $99/Night Admission: $105 for Weekend Pass before April 1, 2008; $125 after April 1, 2008. DeeJays ================== Victor Loveira Fred Price Glen Miller Todd Paulus Tim Johnson Where: Hilton Milwaukee, City Center Address: 509 West Wisconsin Avenue Milwaukee, WI 53203 Phone 414.271.7250 Glen Miller Event Director Swing Dance America (847)382-0285 <a href="http://swingdanceamerica.com/" rel="nofollow">http://swingdanceamerica.com/</a> zenaswing on "Swing Festival in Italy - May 2008" http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/topic/swing-festival-in-italy-may-2008#post-13 Sat, 27 Oct 2007 05:55:42 +0000 zenaswing 13@http://www.portlandswing.org/forums/ Frankie Manning Chazz Young Ryan & Jenny Steven & Virginie Frida & Sackarias Joseph & Trisha Dawn Hampton Rusty Frank Melanie Stocker Buecher Judy Pritchett Filippo & Titty Bruno Rossi The Harlem Hot Shots The Swinguys The biggest vintage market in the world Live music with the Attack-a-Boogie More than 14 hours of workshops in Swing, Tap, and Jazz; free panels about Swing music and history; classes with live music; amazing shows; team show-case competitions with cash prizes... and much much more!!! Is it a dream? NO!!! This is our SWING, BROTHER, SWING! Festival When: 09th-10th-11th May 2008 Where: Palacavicchi - Via Ponte Nuovo 42 - Pieve di Cento (BO) - ITALY <a href="http://www.grandhotelbologna.com" rel="nofollow">www.grandhotelbologna.com</a> More details: <a href="mailto:info@swingdancegenova.net">info@swingdancegenova.net</a> or +393356209393 BOOK YOUR FULL PACKAGE NOW AND GET THE BEST PRICE EVER!!! Two nights in B/B in a 4 stars hotel, more than 14 hours of classes, two parties, all the shows, all the panels, everything you may think about at the following prices: FULL PACKAGE FOR EUROPEAN DANCERS: 160 € FULL PACKAGE FOR EXTRA-EUROPEAN DANCERS: 150 € INCREDIBLE BUT TRUE!!! More discounts for children and teen-agers and for "tourists" only. Soon on line our website <a href="http://www.swingfestival.it" rel="nofollow">www.swingfestival.it</a> - check it frequently... Write me for more infos Swingly yours Silvia