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my first Jitterbug performance

Posted on 10/08/2008 by Charlie

This video is my first Jitterbug performance. I was so nervous at that time because I didn’t like to stant in front of people. During performance, I completely forgot the petterns but fortunately my body danced automatically. Well, enjoy the … Continue reading →

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First day in swing dance community

Posted on 07/08/2008 by Charlie

Before learning swing dance, I wasn’t totally intereted in any dances. I didn’t know what swing dance was but frined of mine insisted me to learn swing dance and now I’m enthusiastic. It was 10th of June, 2006. It was … Continue reading →

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History of swing dance

Posted on 07/08/2008 by Charlie

 http://www.centralhome.com/ballroomcountry/swing.htm   The history of swing dates back to the 1920′s, where the black community, while dancing to contemporary Jazz music, discovered the Charleston and the Lindy Hop.     On March 26, 1926, the Savoy Ballroom opened its doors … Continue reading →

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