2006 Season
2006 Season
New Year's Eve Hot Jazz and Burlesque Party
Sunday, December 31st.
Cercle Rouge 241 W. Broadway Band: Michael Arenella & His Dreamland Orchestra
The boys in the band and the beautiful babes of Dreamland have planned a fabulous floorshow for your enjoyment. Hot Jazz Age pulse, plus pasties; the best of both worlds for music-loving hepcats and kittens, as well as plenty for connoisseurs of boas, rubies, gams.... And if you are to dance, we'll find a corner of the rug just for you and your baby. No cover charge! Prix-fixe menu (exquisite French fare and wines) 9pm-2am Live Band Starts at 9pm. Floorshow begins at 10:30 and feel free to just hang out at the bar, too. Champagne toast at midnight. We'd be charmed if you joined us! Cercle Rouge is at 241 W. Broadway, New York, NY 10013 (at N. Moore St). RSVP 212-226-6252 or http://www.cerclerougeresto.com/
Holiday Swing Ball
December 27
The Supper Club in Times Square
Tickets are on sale now for The 2006 Holiday Swing Ball at The Supper Club. This historic venue dates back to the 1940's with a 1000 square foot dance floor and Art Deco decor that captures a bygone era. Featured bands are the City Rhythm Orchestra, Eight to the Bar and Ron Sunshine PLUS DJs "P Lindy" Paolo on Main Floor and Mr. Swank in the Lounge. Advanced Tickets are $25 until December 1 and $30 after. Tickets at the Door: $40
more info: www.lofientertainment.com or call 212-868-4444
Alhambra Dance and Competiton
The Alhambra Ballroom (2116 Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd. and 126th St.)
Sunday, Dec. 10th Band: Harlem Renaissance Orchestra with lead singer Kym Lawrence
Only TEN Couples allowed to enter and ONE winning couple takes all the CASH. Harvest Moon Ball Champions Margaret Batiuchok and Sonny Allen will be judging. Frankie Manning and Dawn Hampton will also be in attendance. The Dance is Sunday, Dec. 10th, 8 - 11pm (Dress up, No jeans) Tickets are $25 (125 available) Competitors pay an additional $10 per person. If you are interested in competing you must pre-register by contacting Evita. e-mail: ative523@hotmail.com or call 917-710-4805
Special Wednesday Evening at Connolly’s
Connolly’s in Times Square (121 West 45 Street, between 6th Ave/Broadway 3d floor)
Wednesday November 7th 2006 band: Ron Sunshine & his Orchestra
Ron informs us that this will be the only show this month with the 10-piece band. Pleasecome check it out!
Ron Sunshine & his Orchestra starts at 8:30pm Price: $10.00 That is only $1 per musician in the band. What a bargain! Eat, drink, dance, listen. Have fun. info @ (212) 714-4510 or email ron@ronsunshine.com
Iguana Swings
Iguana 240 W. 54th St., West of Broadway
Sunday, November 19th 7-11:30PM
This is billed as the hot alternative swing event. Eric Silvey and Carlos Cardona are the DJs playing music for Lindy, Shag and West Coast Swing. They focus on a 40ís-60ís sock hop style mix 7PM-11:30PM Iguana is at 240 W. 54th St., West of Broadway. A great time is promised! Full Bar and food available. Entrance $10 more info call Eric 212-486-9517 or http://www.nyswingdance.com
NY Swing Dance Society
St. Cyril and St. Methodius Croatian Church 502 W41st St (10th Ave)
Sunday February 25th 2007 Band: Vince Giordano and his Nighthawks (Music spanning 1920's-1940's)
Sunday January 21st 2007 Band: City Rhythm Orchestra
Saturday Dec 9th 2006 Band: The San Antones 8-10pm, Lil' Cliff and the Cliffhangers (Blues) 10pm - 12am
Sunday Nov 5th 2006 Band: Ron Sunshine and Full Swing
Don't forget that NYSDS has moved! Their new venue is equally spacious and located just West of Times Square. NYSDS is the longest running Social Swing Dance in NYC and the largest monthly dance in town. General admission (includes all programs and dancing) $15, $11 for students. members and seniors. www.nysds.org
East-West Boogie Bump
Stepping Out Studios 37 West 26th 9th Fl
Friday November 3, 2006
Dylan informs us that there's a new dance starting at Stepping Out Studios. 2 Rooms, West Coast Swing and Lindy Music DJ. For more info: Call Stepping Out Studios
The Fourth Annual Halloween Ball
Swing 46 - 349 West 46th Street
You’re No Angel October 31, 2006 9pm to 2am
Swing 46 and The Lounge Goddess present Featuring two live bands: Double Down And Then NYC Blues Devils Straight-up Swing and Dirty Blues: how could you ask for more?Tickets $20 more info at: swing46 212-262-9554 or loungegoddess
Swingin New England
Falmouth Mass, Nov. 10-12 2006
Swingin New England Dance Camp has got what you're looking for in a dance weekend. They are beginner friendly. They've got Lindy Hop, West Coast Swing, and Balboa too. Two huge, larger-than-last-year ballrooms! Lots of Lindy and WCS DJs from all over the country (including your's truly), spinning tunes until the cows come home. The event is held in Beautiful Cape Cod at the Seacrest Resort and it's right on the water. The weekend has a great pace including all night social dancing in 2 huge (larger-than-last-year) ballrooms. Fantastic Competitions: Jack and Jills, Routines, Strictly Swing, Bookends, Lindy Hop, West Coast Swing, Balboa! info: www.dancingfeats.com or 617-52-SWING
Iguana Swings
Iguana 240 W. 54th St., West of Broadway
Sunday, October 15th 7-11:30PM
This is billed as the hot alternative swing event. Eric Silvey and Carlos Cardona are the DJs playing music for Lindy, Shag and West Coast Swing. They focus on a 40ís-60ís sock hop style mix 7PM-11:30PM Iguana is at 240 W. 54th St., West of Broadway. A great time is promised! Full Bar and food available. Entrance $10 more info call Eric 212-486-9517 or http://www.nyswingdance.com
Swingin' at Connolly’s
Connolly’s in Times Square (121 West 45 Street, between 6th Ave/Broadway 3d floor)
Friday Sept 15 band: LADY LUCK AND THE SUICIDE KINGS
Friday Sept 22 band: SWINGADELIC
Friday Sept 29 band: CRESCENT CITY MAULERS
Friday Oct 6 band: RON SUNSHINE & FULL SWING
Connolly's is located in Times Square. Dance lesson 9pm, live music from 10pm to 1:30am. P Lindy DJ’s during the breaks. $15 admission. $12 with invite http://www.lofientertainment.com/nyc-swing 212-597-5126
Yehoodi Eighth Anniversary Celebration
September 29 - October 1, 2006 in New York
FRIDAY September 29
Jelly Roll Productions will be kicking things off with a special event Friday night: Double the Swing, Double the Fun! The Earl May Quintet & The Roy Meriwether Trio
Location: Il Campanello Ristorante, 136 W 31st St (bet 6th and 7th) Time: 9pm - 2am
Cover: at the door: $25; in advance: $20, $15 for students
SATURDAY September 30
The Main Event! featuring live music by Ernestine Anderson & Junior Mance Trio
Locastion: 502 W 41st Street at 10th Avenue Time 9pm - 3am Ticket prices: $35 - General Admission / $25 - Students (must show ID at door) Details and Tickets
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St. Cyril and St. Methodius Croatian Church 502 W41st St (10th Ave)
Sunday Oct 1st 2006 Band: George Gee and his Orchestra
Don't forget that NYSDS has moved! Their new venue is equally spacious and located just West of Times Square. NYSDS is the longest running Social Swing Dance in NYC and the largest monthly dance in town. General admission (includes all programs and dancing) $15, $11 for students. members and seniors. www.nysds.org
Pier 54 Blues & BBQ
Pier 54 Hudson River Park (Just south of 14th Street on the Hudson River see map)
Sunday, Aug 20, 2006 2-9pm
Heather informs us of this wonderful Blues event on Pier 54. This year’s 7th Annual Blues and BBQ Festival features hot blues artisits Watermelon Slim & The Workers <http://www.watermelonslim.com , Nora Jean Bruso <http://www.norajeanblues.com , Tutu Jones <http://jwblues.com/TutuJones/TutuJones.htm , and Zac Harmon <http://www.zacharmon.com , along with New York’s best BBQ. Sit back and chill at New York City’s premiere waterfront venue while you listen to the blues and amazing local BBQ restaurants fire up their grills and prepare their specialties. Come on down and enjoy the sights, sounds and smells of this premier Hudson River Park event. for more info 212-627-2020 or visit www.hudsonriverpark.org
Swingin' at Connolly’s
Connolly’s in Times Square (121 West 45 Street, between 6th Ave/Broadway 3d floor)
Friday Aug 4th band: Ron Sunshine and Full Swing
Friday Aug 11th band: Ron Sunshine and Full Swing
Friday Aug 18th band: Felix and the Cats
Friday Aug 25 band: Ron Sunshine and Full Swing
Connolly's is located in Times Square. Dance lesson 9pm, live music from 10pm to 1:30am. P Lindy DJ’s during the breaks. $15 admission. $12 with invite http://www.lofientertainment.com/nyc-swing 212-597-5126
Pier 54 Moondance
Pier 54 Hudson River Park (Just south of 14th Street on the Hudson River see map)
Sunday Aug 13th Band: George Gee and his Orchestra
This is the final date of moondance, the free outdoor concerts on the Hudson held at Pier 54. These fun and free dance events are sponsored by the Hudson River Park Trust and feature live bands and a big dance floor. The two dates for swing are noted above. Subway to 14th St, walk west, cross highway. for more info visit www.hudsonriverpark.org
Jazz Age Saturday On The Island
Governor's Island
Saturday, August 5th Noon-4pm band: Michael Arenella & His Dreamland Orchestra
Governor's Island is that enchanting little Island in the middle of New York Harbor; the one you've always been curious about. Well, here's your chance to see what it's all about. This will be a marvelous afternoon of hot jazz, dance, vintage automoblies, vintage clothing, and food. To get you off on the right foot, Roddy Caravella, Chad Fasca and company will show you how to Charleston and Peabody. An expansive green shaded by century-old oak trees will be your speakeasy, with a 20x30 parquet dancefloor. Live Music provided by Michael Arenella & His Dreamland Orchestra. Vintage clothing dealers will peddle their wares, and period automobiles will clatter and sputter for your pleasure, as well. Even getting out to the island is fun! Just hop on the ferry, and we'll usher you into the Golden Age of partying! Ferry and event are FREE! Governor's Island Ferry - 10 South Street, in lower Manhattan (N.E. of the Staten Island Ferry R train to Whitehall St) www.govisland.com
Balboa Crash Course
Saturday July 15th 1-3pm 2006
This Balboa Dance Workshop will cover basics of this California born Swing Dance. There will be a 1/2 hour open floor for practice following the class (3pm - 3:30pm) $30 fee ($20 if you sign up before July 15th) see classes for all the details!
Swingin' at Connolly’s
Connolly’s in Times Square (121 West 45 Street, between 6th Ave/Broadway 3d floor)
Friday July 14th CANCELLED due to private party
Friday July 21th band: Ron Sunshine and Full Swing
July 21 may feature a Balboa class at 8pm for an additional fee. Please reply to this email if you are interested! Connolly's is located in Times Square. Dance lesson 9pm, live music from 10pm to 1:30am. P Lindy DJ’s during the breaks in July. $15 admission. $12 with invite: http://www.lofientertainment.com/nyc-swing 212-597-5126
JazzMobile
Grant's Tomb - 122nd Street & Riverside Drive/Host: Jazzmobile, Inc.
Wednesday, July 19th 7:00 pm Band: Houston Person
This night will be an evening of Swing! Bring Your Dancing Shoes! This event takes place outdoors by Grant's Tomb. Check the weather before you go! "Jazzmobile provides arts education program of the highest quality via workshops, master classes, lecture demonstrations, arts enrichment programs, outdoor summer mobile concerts, special indoor concerts and special projects.....................Jazz is a phenomenon that is intricately bound to the history of America and inextricably linked with the lives of large groups of Americans, particularly African-Americans." Jazzmobile Organization. There are lots more events this summer so check out their web site www.jazzmobile.org
Rainbow Room
The Rainbow Room (30 Rockefeller Plaza, 65th Floor)
Friday, July 14 band: Ron Sunshine and his Orchestra featuring Sarah Tolar as second vocalist
Saturday July 22 band: Ron Sunshine and his Orchestra featuring Queen Esther as second vocalist
Friday July 28 band: Ron Sunshine and his Orchestra featuring Queen Esther as second vocalist
Check this out! The Rainbow Room opens again on selected Friday and Saturday Nights for dancing. The band plays from 8PM to 1AM. The first few sets are for the dinner crowd, but then the room opens for dancing, cocktails and dessert at 10PM. If you have never been to the Rainbow Room and you can handle posh and rich, check it out. It is a classic New York experience, and the views are high in the sky. Call 212-632-5100 for dinner reservations. After 11PM you can get in for drinks and dancing for a $40 cover charge and a 2-drink minimum. Visit their web site and read the dress code carefully. Reservations recommended. band plays til 1AM. http://www.rainbowroom.com/rainbow_room.htm
Midsummer Night Swing 2005
Josie Robertson Plaza (Lincoln Center at 65th Street)
Tuesday July 11th Rhythm City Orchestra
Thursday July 13 Boilermakers (includes a late night acoustic set!)
Friday July 14th Jump Blues
Tuesday July 18th Tommy Dorsey Orchestra
Saturday July 22nd Harlem Renaissance Orchestra (finale)
Tuesday July 11th features the Rhythm City Orchestra and Paolo & Doriana will be the guest instructors. This outdoor dance party features a month of dance-filled nights with energetic bands playing everything from swing to salsa and more. Events are scheduled from June 20 - July 22, 2005. Dance lessons are included at 6:30 and the music begins at 7:30pm. more info at www.lincolncenter.org
Free Concert in Harlem
The Arturo O'Farrill Quintet
St. Nicholas Park 135th Street and St. Nicholas Ave.
Friday June 30 7pm
FREE CONCERT! Bring your chairs, blankets, neighbors, family and friends to enjoy salsa at sunset! This concert is made possible by support from: Cadillac, Hallelujah Harlem Public Art Festival, City Parks, & Sugar Hill Brewery, Getting there: Take the A express to 125th and transfer to the B/C to 135th www.jalc.org
Iguana Swings
Iguana 240 W. 54th St., West of Broadway
Sunday, July 16 7-11:30PM (PLEASE NOTE THIS IS JULY 16th not JULY 23)
This is billed as the hot alternative swing event. Eric Silvey and Carlos Cardona are the DJs playing music for Lindy, Shag and West Coast Swing. They focus on a 40ís-60ís sock hop style mix 7PM-11:30PM Iguana is at 240 W. 54th St., West of Broadway. A great time is promised! Full Bar and food available. Entrance $10 more info call Eric 212-486-9517 or http://www.nyswingdance.com
Swingin' at Connolly’s
Connolly’s in Times Square (121 West 45 Street, between 6th Ave/Broadway 3d floor)
Friday July 7th band: J Walter Hawkes Quartet
Friday July 14th CANCELLED due to private party
Friday July 21th band: Ron Sunshine and Full Swing
July 7th features a special dance performance by the BalBusters and Broads at 10:45pm (a student balboa performance). July 21 a featured Balboa class at 8pm for an additional fee. Please reply to this email if you are interested! Connolly's is located in Times Square. Dance lesson 9pm, live music from 10pm to 1:30am. P Lindy DJ’s during the breaks in July. $15 admission. $12 with invite: http://www.lofientertainment.com/nyc-swing 212-597-5126
Midsummer Night Swing Josie Robertson Plaza (Lincoln Center at 65th Street)
Tuesday June 20 - July 22
Midsummer Night Swing returns to Lincoln Center's Josie Robertson Plaza for its 18th season. This outdoor dance party features a month of dance-filled nights with energetic bands playing everything from swing to salsa and more. Events are schedule from June 20 - July 22, 2006. Dance lessons are included at 6:30 and the bands begin at 7:30pm. more info at www.lincolncenter.org
Ernestine Anderson
Dizzy's Coca Cola Room at Jazz at Lincoln Center (Broadway at 60th Street)
Thru Sun May 21
Ms. Anderson has recorded more than 30 albums, performed at major jazz festivals, and has received four Grammy nominations. From intimate trio formats to big band, she does it all with seductive sophistication. Few musicians have the experience that she can boast. Featuring Ernestine Anderson (vocals), and the Jiulliard Jazz Orchestra!
Note: although this is not a dance, I'm posting this event because Ernestine Anderson is an absolute must in our music for dancers. She's played by all the best DeeJays on the Lindy Scene and she is one of my all time favorites. If you get a chance to see her, you'll truly enjoy and perhaps the dancers who show up can try to can take over the joint. more details
Rainbow Room
The Rainbow Room (30 Rockefeller Plaza, 65th Floor) Band: Ron Sunshine & Tim Ouimette Band
Friday, May 26th, 2006 New York, NY 10112
Check this out! The Rainbow Room opens again on selected Friday and Saturday Nights for dancing. The band plays from 8PM to 1AM. The first few sets are for the dinner crowd, but then the room opens for dancing, cocktails and dessert at 10PM. Admission $40. If you have never been to the Rainbow Room and you can handle posh and rich, check it out. It is a classic New York experience, and the views are high in the sky. Call 212-632-5100 for dinner reservations. After 11PM you can get in for drinks and dancing for a $40 cover charge and a 2-drink minimum. Visit their web site and read the dress code carefully. Reservations recommended. band plays til 1AM. http://www.rainbowroom.com/rainbow_room.htm
An Intimate Evening with the Great Clark Terry
Il Campanello Ristorante, 136 W 31st St (bet 6th and 7th)
Saturday, May 20th
Jelly Roll and Yehoodi present one of the greatest living jazz legends, Clark Terry. Whether it's on a Count Basie cd, Ellington cd, Oscar Peterson cd, or one of the countless other cds under his name, swing dancers have been dancing to his swingin' trumpet, cornet (and mumblin'!) for years. This event will be limited to 150 people. Presented in conjunction with Yehoodi.com Doors Open: 9pm - 2am Cover: $25, $20 for students http://www.jellyrollproductions.org
2006's first Outdoor Concert
Forest Hills Festival of the Arts - Queens, NY (Austin Street, between 69th and 72nd Rd)
Sunday, May 21st 4pm to 6pm Band: George Gee Big Band
George Gee reports that this Sunday is supposed to be the next nice sunny day, so come on out and help them celebrateThe Forest Hill Festival of The Arts in Queens. Lots of booths, food, and entertainment at this annual outdoor festival in this quaint part of Queens. It'll be fun, don't miss it! info at: www.GeorgeGee.com www.ForestHillsChamber.org
Swingin at Connolly's
Connolly’s 121 West 45 Street, between 6th Ave/Broadway 3d floor
Friday May 19th band: Ron Sunshine and Full Swing
Connolly's Friday night dances continue throughout May of 2006. These fun dances are located at Connolly's in Times Square featuring local swing bands. DJ Keith Hughes Friday April 14th, “P Lindy” Paolo spinning tunes during the remainder of May. Dance lesson 9pm, live music from 10pm to 1:30am. $15 admission. $12 with invite: http://www.lofientertainment.com/nyc-swing 212-597-5126
Harlem Renaissance Orchestra
Il Campanello Ristorante, 136 W 31st Street (6th/7th Ave)
Saturday April 29th band: Harlem Renaissance Orchestra
First Well's, then Luci's, and now Swing 46, HRO has been keeping big band swing for dancers alive on Monday nights for years. Now the band will be kickin' it on a Saturday night. Doors open 9:30 - 2am. http://www.jellyrollproductions.org
Swingin at Connolly's
Connolly’s 121 West 45 Street, between 6th Ave/Broadway 3d floor
Fridays April14th band: Ron Sunshine and Full Swing
Connolly's Friday night dances continue throughout April of 2006. These fun dances are located at Connolly's in Times Square featuring local swing bands. DJ Keith Hughes Friday April 14th, “P Lindy” Paolo spinning tunes during the remainder of April. Dance lesson 9pm, live music from 10pm to 1:30am. $15 admission. $12 with invite: http://www.lofientertainment.com/nyc-swing 212-597-5126
Johnny Blowers 95th Birthday Celebration
Club Iguana 240 W 54th Street between 8th Avenue & Broadway, NYC
Saturday, April 22, 2006 6:00pm to 10pm Band: Harlem Renaissance Orchestra
Johnny Blowers who powered the Louis Armstrong Orchestra and was Frank Sinatra's drummer for 11 years will appear as Birthday Guest with The HARLEM BLUES & JAZZ BAND. There will be space for dancing. The HARLEM BLUES & JAZZ BAND was founded by Dr. Al Vollmer in 1973 and has toured ever since as the world's most authentic swing band . These originals actually jumped at the Woodside and stomped at the Savoy These are the artists who created a new genre of music for America and have been called a national treasure as they continue to perform throughout the world. Advance Reservation Tix: $25.00 (includes $15.00 towards food or drink) Contact Dan Kassell (866) 411-JASS
NY Swing Dance Society
St. Cyril and St. Methodius Croatian Church 502 W41st St (10th Ave)
Sunday April 2th 2006 Band: Roy Gerson Big Band
This Sunday two incredible tap dancers to perform - Kendrick Jones and Warren Craft! They recently performed at a tribute concert to Fayard Nicholas. Hope you'll join us to see them work their magic! They are simply amazing and don't want anyone to miss them. Don't forget that NYSDS has moved! Their new venue is equally spacious and located just West of Times Square. NYSDS is the longest running Social Swing Dance in NYC and the largest monthly dance in town. General admission (includes all programs and dancing) $15, $11 for students. members and seniors. www.nysds.org
Rainbow Room Dancing
The Rainbow Room, 30 Rockefeller Plaza New York , NY 10112 Phone: (212) 632-5000
Thursday/Friday Nights March 16, 17, 24, 25
Band: Ron Sunshine & his Orchestra
The Rainbow Room is offering a special dinner and dancing event Thursday and Friday (March 16, 17, 24, 25 ) 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. If you’ve never been here you will be impressed with the spectacular views and the revolving dance floor. Careful as the formal dress code is strictly enforced. info: (212) 632-5100 http://www.rainbowroom.com/rainbow_room.htm
Swingin at Connolly's
Connolly’s 121 West 45 Street, between 6th Ave/Broadway 3d floor
Fridays March 10, 24, 31 band: vary from Walter J Hawkes to Swing Society featuring Sarah Hayes
Connolly's Friday night dances continue throughout March and April of 2006. These fun dances are located at Connolly's in Times Square featuring local swing bands. DJ “P Lindy” Paolo spinning tunes during the breaks. Dance lesson 9pm, live music from 10pm to 1:30am. $15 admission. $12 with invite: http://www.lofientertainment.com/nyc-swing 212-597-5126
Savoy Ballroom 80th Anniversary Celebration
Alhambra Ballroom 2116 Adam Clayton Powell Blvd.(126th Street)
Sunday March 12th 2006 Band: Harlem Renaissance Orchestra
This Anniversary Celebration will be an all day affair kicking off with the Savoy Plaque rededication at noon. There will be a walking tour in the afternoon followed by discussions and lectures at the Alhambra Ballroom. The evening will be highlighted with dinner and dancing featuring the Harlem Renaissance Orchestra. For all the details and for tickets see www.savoy80.org
NY Swing Dance Society
St. Cyril and St. Methodius Croatian Church 502 W41st St (10th Ave)
Saturday March 11th 2006 Band: City Rhythm Orchestra
NYSDS has moved! Their new venue is equally spacious and located just West of Times Square. This Saturday marks the 80th Anniversary of the Savoy Ballroom so there will be a host of interesting features to the evenings festivities. See below for schedule. NYSDS is the longest running Social Swing Dance in NYC and certainly the largest monthly dance in town.
5:50 Panel Discussion on the Resurgence of Swing in the 80's, 6:30 Norma Miller talk, 6:45 - 8 rare film footage of Swing through the years to the present
8-12 City Rhythm Orchestra with DJ Tomo and special performances including national champions Todd and Naomi and tap dancer JosephWiggan. General admission (includes all programs and dancing) $15, $11 for students. members and seniors. www.nysds.org for more information.
Tuesday Dance Party
SWING46 Jazz & Supper Club (349 W 46 St/Restaurant Row/NYC (212) 262-9554)
Tuesdays Beginning in March 2006 Band: Make-Believe Ballroom Orchestra and the 10pc Jump, Jivin' Wailers
The Return of The George Gee Swing Dance Party at SWING46 Jazz & Supper Club (349 W 46 St/Restaurant Row/NYC (212) 262-9554)
830pm-1130pm $10 cover/ $5 after 1030pm w/card. Dance lesson at 8pm Classic Authenic Big Band Jump Swing. Alternating Tuesdays with the 15pc. Make-Believe Ballroom Orchestra and the 10pc Jump, Jivin' Wailers info at: www.Swing46.com, www.GeorgeGee.com <http://www.GeorgeGee.com
Iguana Swings
Iguana 240 W. 54th St., West of Broadway
Sunday February 19th, March 19th, 7-11:30PM
This is billed as the hot “alternative” swing event. Eric Silvey and Carlos Cardona are the DJs playing music for Lindy, Shag and West Coast Swing. They focus on a 40’s-60’s sock hop style mix 7PM-11:30PM Iguana is at 240 W. 54th St., West of Broadway. A great time is promised! Full Bar and food available. Entrance $10 more info call Eric 212-486-9517 or http://www.nyswingdance.com
Joe Battaglia and the 18 Piece NY Big Band
The Star Club 246 Columbus Avenue (between 71st & 72nd Streets)
Wednesdays, In February 2006 8 - 11 pm Joe Battaglia and the 18 Piece NY Big Band
This event is every Wednesday (it's been going on since September) where there is plenty of room to dance - bar and couches for lounging or just listening.
The Joe Battaglia and the 18 Piece NY Big Band is "Acclaimed as one of the finest Big Bands in the Country today. The quality of this band is reminiscent of the bands from the 30's and 40's...." www.nybigband.com info at 212 579-4040 The Star Club 246 Columbus Avenue (between 71st & 72nd Streets) Admission $15
Iguana Swings
Iguana 240 W. 54th St., West of Broadway
Sunday January 29th, 7-11:30PM
This is billed as the hot “alternative” swing event. Eric Silvey and Carlos Cardona are the DJs playing music for Lindy, Shag and West Coast Swing. They focus on a 40’s-60’s sock hop style mix 7PM-11:30PM Iguana is at 240 W. 54th St., West of Broadway. A great time is promised! Full Bar and food available. Entrance $10 more info call Eric 212-486-9517 or http://www.nyswingdance.com
Jelly Roll Event
Il Campanello Ristorante, 136 W 31st Street (between 6th and 7th Avenue)
Saturday, January 28th
Jelly Roll Productions is excited to kick off 2006 with some live Blues music with Sweet Georgia Brown. Born in South Carolina, Sweet Georgia Brown has performed with many greats including, Dizzy Gillespie, George Benson and Stanley Turrentine. Additionally, two of the best Blues instructors in the country, Ogden Sawyer and Amanda Gruhl, will also be teaching workshops that day at Dance Manhattan (www.dancemanhattan.com). So get ready for some Jelly Roll Blues! 10pm to 3am Admission: $12 ($7 Student Discount) DJ Devona Cartier
Lavay in NYC
Swing 46 (349 W. 46th Street @ 8th Avenue)
Saturday, January 21
Hilton Hotel Trianon Ballroom, 3rd Floor, (Hilton Towers, 1335 Avenue Of The Americas)
Sunday, January 22
Lavay Smith and her Red Hot Skillet Lickers have got lots of fun dates in the works in 2006 and here are the NYC events.
Saturday, January 21 Swing 46 (Supper Club) Come see Lavay in this fancer & intimate NYC Supper Club! Info: 212-262-9554 Showtime 9:30pm
Sunday, January 22 They perform at the Annual Association of Performing Arts Presenters. Located at the Trianon Ballroom, 3rd Floor, Hilton Towers, 1335 Avenue Of The Americas, NYC Two 20-minutes shows at 5pm & 9:30pm Feel free to join them as they perform in a showcase setting at this free and fun conference of music from around the world. http://lavaysmith.com/
Utah Lindy Exchange
Salt Lake City
January 12-15th 2006
For those of you who ski or just love to be around snow, here is one fantastic national event that we would like to post. The Utah Lindy Exchange is firing up to be one wintry fun weekend. They are putting together a killer program for this year like dancing at the historic Utah State Fairpark Grand Building and the Apollo Ballroom, skiing and boarding at Solitude, Alta, Snowbird. and if you make it out there you’ll have one of those rare opportunities to hear some of my sets as well (certainly an opportunity that’s becoming hard to come by here in NYC). Want to know more? Feel free to browse their site and see what's being planned. http://ulx.swingutah.com
Swingin at Connolly's Back to Friday!
Connolly’s 121 West 45 Street, between 6th Ave/Broadway 3d floor
Friday, January 6th Swingin’ Jive Patrol (www.jivepatrol.com)
This is the first dance at Connolly's for 2006. Please note that due to a scheduling error, this event has been changed back to Friday! These fun dances are located at Connolly's in Times Square featuring local swing bands. DJ “P Lindy” Paolo spinning tunes during the breaks. Dance lesson 9pm, live music from 10pm to 1:30am. $15 admission. $12 with invite: http://www.lofientertainment.com/nyc-swing 212-597-5126
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Dizzy's Club Coca-Cola
Tue-Sun, Jan 3-8
Joey DeFrancesco Trio
Joey DeFrancesco, the 34-year-old B-3 phenom who almost single-handedly jumpstarted the revival of jazz organ in the 1990s, is featured this week at Dizzy's Club at J@LC. A scintillating B-3 Organist, Joey runs the gamut from juicy funk and grooving blues to Latin-charged cookers and coolly swinging straight-ahead beauties. Joey's music is played by all the best swing DJ's around the nation and we're posting this event because of this very special opportunity to hear this musician live. If you are thinking of going, let us know. Joey Defrancesco (Hammond B-3 organ), Jake Langley (guitar), Byron Landham (drums) info at: www.jalc.org
The Cotton Club m
Mondays 7:30pm -12pm 125th street one block West of Broadway. ( One block W of 1/9 Train 125th stop) The Cotton Club All Stars Band every Monday Night! It's got a decent dance floor and it's always well attended by the uptown dancers. sorry no further info.
Frim Fram
Thursdays 412 Eighth Avenue, 4th Floor (near 31st St & Penn Station) 9pm til 1am. www.yehoodi.com
Swingin
at Connolly's
Fridays 9pm - 1:30am Connolly's 121 West 45 Street, between 6th Ave/Broadway For more
info: http://www.lofientertainment.com/nyc-swing/
New York Swing Dance Society
Selected Sundays 7:30pm -12pm Irving Plaza, 17 Irving Place (at 15th St, 1 block East of Park Ave) http://www.nysds.org
http://www.nysds.org
Swing 46
Every Night 349 W 46th www.swing46.com for latest information.
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