Spring Class Schedule 2015 We’re excited that you’re going to join us for classes at on Monday Nights! When: Mondays Where: The Lindy Lab Why you should come: You enjoy swing dancing! You want to learn to lead/follow the opposite role of what you normally do! You want some planned exercise each week! You want toContinue reading “April and May Class Sign-Ups!”
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Lindy Series Starts in November!
We’re excited that you’re going to join us for classes at 8pm on Monday Nights! This 6-week class will be great for anyone who wants to improve their skills as a swing dancer. Dates: Nov. 3, 10, 17, 24, Dec.1, 8. When: Monday @8pm Where: The Lindy Lab Why you should come: You want toContinue reading “Lindy Series Starts in November!”
Dance Dance YouTube Revolution
Why Swing Dance Organizers Should Give Up DVDs Since the beginning of the YouTube Era, as long as weekend recaps and contest DVDs have been available, dancers have complained for having to buy the DVDs. But is there anything behind the desire other than just the drive to see oneself immediately on the big screen,Continue reading “Dance Dance YouTube Revolution”
1920’s Dress at Design Archives
Lindy Shopper and I went on over to one of our favorite Vintage shops here in Greensboro this weekend, Design Archives, to check out their 50% off sale! She went away with a fabulous novelty print skirt, and I scored a beautiful yellow 1920’s slip dress. I also tried on this Navy 1920’s drop waistContinue reading “1920’s Dress at Design Archives”
Pin Up Inspiration
I’ve always considered doing a Pin-Up shoot, and so when I bought a Living Social Deal on some photography, I did a lot of prep work. First, I started looking at the greats such as Elvgren and Vargas, and considered different kinds of looks by compiling these sample pages. If you are preparing for aContinue reading “Pin Up Inspiration”
Battle of the Bands DCLX 2012
Settling the Score: Battle of the Bands DCLX, April 21, 2012 Last year, for the 10th Anniversary of DCLX, we witnessed a true battle royale, featuring The Jonathan Stout Orchestra and Crytzer’s Blue Rhythm Band. This year, Glenn Crytzer is back from the west coast, and local big band, The Tom Cunningham Orchestra will takeContinue reading “Battle of the Bands DCLX 2012”
Interview With Glenn Crytzer
DCLX 2012 Battle of the Bands: An Authentic ApproachInterview with Bandleader, Glenn Crytzer Saturday night at DCLX, we will witness one of the few true Big Band Battles in the lindy hop community. Glenn Crytzer was generous to agree to an interview giving insight to his “authentic approach,” what he looks for in his musicians,Continue reading “Interview With Glenn Crytzer”
Why My Home is AWESOME
Moving back to North Carolina, to a city 45 minutes from where I grew up, was not something I imagined I would do before I was ready to “settle down.” However, getting into the excellent MFA in Creative Writing Program at UNCG accelerated my return to one of the best states in the US. OneContinue reading “Why My Home is AWESOME”
What Happens When Swing DJs Stay Up Late on Facebook
As a swing DJ, this pretty much takes the cake for geeking out. Great people, great DJs, impossible puns. My heaven…my blue heaven. Unfortunately, perhaps because of our awesomeness or complete contempt for puns, Facebook deleted the post. Here’s as far as I got in saving it before it disappeared. Michael Gamble and Allen KerrContinue reading “What Happens When Swing DJs Stay Up Late on Facebook”
New Shoes!
Of course,since Adam is out of town teaching at Tiny Balboa in Grenoble, France, I bought some new shoes! These are my first pair of shoes by Clarks, but they are super comfortable. I bought them on sale at DSW in Friendly Center, and my goodness, I couldn’t wait to wear them at Hot ClubContinue reading “New Shoes!”
