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The Swing - a timeless dance that never fails to impress! Born from the Charleston and Lindy Hop of the Roaring 20s, the modern day jitterbugs momentum and popularity is as strong as the beat of swing music. Whether you are learning to dance Swing for a class reunion or a wedding, knowing Swing will make you the talk of the table. Swing is an exuberant celebration of movement and music created during the Harlem Renaissance.
When you step onto the floor the underlying rhythm of the jazz and swing music, the heartbeat of the dance, saturates the space. You can sense the energy as you and your partner use your knowledge of the elastic connection and the loose hand hold to captivate everyone around you. Learn this staple of American social dancing with its enduring and ever-growing popularity due to toe-tapping beats and snappy dance moves.
Swing Dancing has never been easier of more fun! Our DVD's Easy-To-Follow format will have you dancing in just a few minutes. All moves are demonstrated, and then taught in a logical sequence with clear descriptions.
Recommended SWING music includes...
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Slow (good for practicing)
Some Kind of Wonderful - Huey Lewis (127 BPM)
Fine Brown Frame - Lou Rawls & Diana Reeves (128 BPM)
Fast As You - Dwight Yoakam (132 BPM)
Still Rock and Roll - Billy Joel (132 BPM)
Life's a Dance - John Michael Montgomery (136 BPM)
Hippy Hippy Shake - Georgia Satellites (139 BPM) |
Medium (for East Coast Swing or for practicing Single Time Swing)
Brown Eyed Girl - Van Morrison (150 BPM)
Crazy Little Thing Called Love - Elvis Presley (150 BPM)
Don't Rock The Jukebox - Alan Jackson (150 BPM)
Runaround Sue - Dion (150 BPM)
Shake Rattle and Roll - Bill Haley & the Comets (150 BPM)
What I Like About You - The Romantics (150 BPM)
You May Be Right - Billy Joel (150 BPM)
Smack Dab In The Middle - Chris LeDoux (155 BPM)
Wake Me Up Before You Go Go - Wham (155 BPM)
Hard Workin' Man - Brooks and Dunn (156 BPM)
Bie Mir Bist Du Shon - The Andrew Sisters (160 BPM)
Corine, Corina - Brooks & Dunn (160 BPM)
Hit The Road Jack - Barbara Morrison (160 BPM) |
Faster
Whole Lotta' Shakin' Goin' On - Jerry Lee Lewis (162 BPM)
Just a Regular Joe - Joe Diffie (162 BPM)
Footloose - Kenny Loggins (165 BPM)
Great Balls of Fire - Jerry Lee Lewis (168 BPM)
Rock 'n Roll Music - Chuck Berry (168 BPM)
Swing The Mood (dance mix) - Jive Bunny (176 BPM)
Born To Boogie - Hank Williams Jr (180 BPM)
Jump, Jive, an' Wail - Brian Setzer (185 BPM)
Freeze Frame - J. Geils Band (192 BPM)
Rock This Town - The Stray Cats (196 BPM) |
Below are a number of DVDs that will get you started in the right direction for your Swing Dancing!
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Learn to dance Swing, a timeless dance that never fails to impress. Born from the Charleston and Lindy Hop of the Roaring 20s, the modern day jitterbugs momentum and popularity is a strong as the beat of swing music. Whether you are learning to dance Swing for a class reunion or a wedding, knowing Swing will make you the talk of the table. Swing is an exuberant celebration of movement and music created during the Harlem Renaissance.
When you step onto the floor the underlying rhythm of the jazz and swing music, the heartbeat of the dance, saturates the space. You can sense the energy as you and your partner use your knowledge of the elastic connection and the loose hand hold to captivate everyone around you. Learn this staple of American social dancing with its enduring and ever-growing popularity due to toe-tapping beats and snappy dance moves.
Swing Dancing has never been easier of more fun! Our DVD's Easy-To-Follow format will have you dancing in just a few minutes. All moves are demonstrated, and then taught in a logical sequence with clear descriptions.
Recommended SWING music includes...
Slow (good for practicing)
Some Kind of Wonderful - Huey Lewis (127 BPM)
Fine Brown Frame - Lou Rawls & Diana Reeves (128 BPM)
Fast As You - Dwight Yoakam (132 BPM)
Still Rock and Roll - Billy Joel (132 BPM)
Life's a Dance - John Michael Montgomery (136 BPM)
Hippy Hippy Shake - Georgia Satellites (139 BPM)
Medium (for East Coast Swing or for practicing Single Time Swing)
Brown Eyed Girl - Van Morrison (150 BPM)
Crazy Little Thing Called Love - Elvis Presley (150 BPM)
Don't Rock The Jukebox - Alan Jackson (150 BPM)
Runaround Sue - Dion (150 BPM)
Shake Rattle and Roll - Bill Haley & the Comets (150 BPM)
What I Like About You - The Romantics (150 BPM)
You May Be Right - Billy Joel (150 BPM)
Smack Dab In The Middle - Chris LeDoux (155 BPM)
Wake Me Up Before You Go Go - Wham (155 BPM)
Hard Workin' Man - Brooks and Dunn (156 BPM)
Bie Mir Bist Du Shon - The Andrew Sisters (160 BPM)
Corine, Corina - Brooks & Dunn (160 BPM)
Hit The Road Jack - Barbara Morrison (160 BPM)
Faster
Whole Lotta' Shakin' Goin' On - Jerry Lee Lewis (162 BPM)
Just a Regular Joe - Joe Diffie (162 BPM)
Footloose - Kenny Loggins (165 BPM)
Great Balls of Fire - Jerry Lee Lewis (168 BPM)
Rock 'n Roll Music - Chuck Berry (168 BPM)
Swing The Mood (dance mix) - Jive Bunny (176 BPM)
Born To Boogie - Hank Williams Jr (180 BPM)
Jump, Jive, an' Wail - Brian Setzer (185 BPM)
Freeze Frame - J. Geils Band (192 BPM)
Rock This Town - The Stray Cats (196 BPM) |
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Swing Dance Starter Pack
- Complete lessons on Single-Time & East Coast Swing
- Wide variety of carefully selected moves
- Fast & easy Beginner & Intermediate lessons that fit your schedule
- Guided practice time to music with the instructor
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Shawn Trautman's Dance Collection
- All-inclusive access to the best dance collection available
- One-stop shopping that simplifies everything about your lessons
- An unrivaled assortment of DVDs perfect for anyone serious about getting the right instruction
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Dance Lessons 101
Dance Lessons 101 is the Ultimate Couples Dancing Instruction Video for Beginners! This is the #1 DVD for folks new to dancing! You'll learn 8 diff. dances including salsa, swing, 2-step, waltz, cha-cha, slow dance, hustle, & west coast swing. Over 2 hrs.
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Picture Yourself Dancing (Sold Out)
This book is an incredible resource for new dancers. Includes 312 pages of dance instruction complete with tips, drills, and a full-length DVD "Couples Ultimate Dance Sampler." Get yours today and start dancing immediately.
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Swing Dancing for Beginners Volume 1
- All you need to get Swing Dancing quickly
- Fast & easy to use step by step lessons
- Simplified approach to Beginner East Coast & Single-Time Swing
- Carefully selected moves that are a "must" for social dancing
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Swing Dancing for Beginners Volume 2
- Amazingly simple lessons that pick up where Volume 1 left off
- Step-by-step dance instruction
- Several moves that are a "must" for Single-Time & East Coast Swing
- Guided practice time to music with the instructor
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Swing Dancing for Intermediate Dancers Vol 1
- Simplified explanation of challenging techniques
- Dazzling assortment of Single-Time & East Coast Swing moves
- Fast & easy dance lessons that fit your schedule
- Guided practice time to music with the instructor
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