Casting call for area swing/lindy hop dancers
02/13/07 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
The new Brad Pitt movie, "The Curious Case of Benjamin Buttons" is looking for 10 dance pairs (or 20 dancers that can be broken into dance pairs) that are between the ages of 18-35. Thaty have experience in 40's style of dance including swing and Lindy Hop as well as underground and Modern dance. Anyone who has dance experience and is a quick study is welcome to audition.
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Lindy Gras 2007, February 1-4, 2007
10/21/06 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
Be a part of the rebirth of New Olreans!
We're back! Even though folks said it couldn't be done last year, we managed to have a fantastic Lindy Gras 2006, living up to and beyond all expectations.
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An evening of dance at Rosy's Jazz Hall
08/15/06 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
This Saturday, August 19th 7:30-11PM
Rosy's Jazz Hall is pleased to present an evening of ballroom dancing featuring Lew Clements and the Ed Lewis Orchestra. Fox Trots, Lindys, Cha Cha's and all of your favorite dances will be featured. Admission is $8 and there will be a cash bar. Hope to see you there!
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Swing dance workshop weekend
04/05/06 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
Join Nathalie and Yuval and the New Orleans swing dance community for a full weekend of workshops and dancing in New Orleans April 8 and 9, 2006
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Nickel-A-Dance Back in March
03/03/06 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
The Nickel-A-Dance concerts, a New Orleans family-friendly, jazz-and-dance tradition entering its 12th year, will return for an unprecedented series of concerts in March, 2006 --four Sunday afternoons of free music and dancing at Café Brasil, 2100 Chartres St. (corner of Frenchmen and Chartres). The shows begin at 4 p.m. and conclude at 7 p.m.
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Weekend of swing starts Thursday!
02/08/06 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
This Thursday through Sunday, hundreds of swing dancers and lindy hoppers will descend upon New Orleans to take part in 'Lindy Gras', an annual dance and music festival that caters to those who wish to dance their nights away to some of the best live jazz and blues on the planet.
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Lindy Hop Workshops offered by Nathalie Gomes
01/17/06 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
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Hop Swing announces lindy classes in New Orleans
01/06/06 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
Below is an updated provided by Nathalie Gomes of 'Hop Swing & a Jump' regarding her upcoming swing dance classes at The Riley Center on Tulane's campus starting February 1, 2006.
Classes will begin Wednesday, February 1st.
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Jamaica Dance Lessons
12/22/05 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
The Good Times Jamaica Dance Club was established in 1986 by Fleming Trosclair, Doug and Sharon Pettipan, Verdie Enloe, and Dale and Glenda Giroir; a group of friends who loved to do the Jamaica.
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Lindy Gras is On!
12/18/05 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
Here's what we're doing this year:
The format will be the same as in years past. Events include; the Thursday night Pub-Strut, Friday and Saturday main and after hours dancing, a screening of the Michael Murphy critically acclaimed movie, "Make it Funky", the Krewe du Vieux Parade, lindy in the park, Sunday night at Rock and Bowl and the Bourbon Street Blow-Out. Check out the website for more information.
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Big Band Dance, Fundraiser and Susan Cowsil!
12/09/05 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
... Festivities have already begun with a Chicago-based collection of new unwrapped toys. On Thursday, December 15th, Southwest Airlines will donate a jet to fly a veritable Santa’s sleigh-load of toys from Chicago/Midway to a jubilant celebration slated for the following night at The Jefferson Orleans North’s Ballroom. Some of New Orleans favorite musicians are set to headline, including singer/songwriter Susan Cowsill, The Uptown Plowboys and The Pat Barberot Orchestra, a 13-piece “big band”.
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Hurricane Katrina Can't Stop Nickel-A-Dance
11/02/05 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
Don Vappie and the Creole Serenaders to open "NICKEL-A-DANCE" Concerts SUNDAY, November 27, AT CAFE BRASIL, 3-6 P.M.
(FREE & CHILDREN INVITED)
Family Friendly Music Series to Start Sunday, November 27
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Kermit Ruffins at Fat Harry's this Friday - FREE
10/24/05 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
NOLA.com is throwing a Halloween Party's this Friday night at Fat Harry's on St. Charles near Napoleon Ave.
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Hustle Classes Resuming in Baton Rouge
09/26/05 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
Keith Gussoni & Celeste Pfefferle are temporaly teaching in Baton Rouge since Hurricane Katrina's wrath.
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Swingin' @ the D - Luau Themed Dance Aug 13th
07/31/05 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
D-Day Museum, Saturday August 13th with Rocky's Hot Fox Trot Orchestra playing from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. A Pacific Luau for The National D-Day Museum's Countdown to Victory Signature Event Series presents "Island Treasures & Tropical Pleasures: A VJ Day (unconditional surrender of Japanese forces) Celebration". In the spirit of peace and victory, join America’s National World War II Museum on a journey to the islands for a Pacific Luau. THE HANGAR, the Museum's hottest new venue, will be transformed into a Pacific island paradise complete with skewered snacks and cold beverages with island flair. A 1940s swing band will provide the dance music for the evening. Period dress, Hawaiian shirts and floral dresses are encouraged. Ticket prices are $15 -$20 in advance and $20-$25 at the door, members & non-members respectively. Call 527-6012 X-226 for tickets.
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Lindy Hop Workshop with Reuel & Casey
07/22/05 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
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Free Swing Dance & Shim Sham Class - July 12th
07/06/05 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
Join us Tuesday evening for a free Shim Sham class followed by our montly DJd dance at Ebony Square Cultural Center located at 4215 Magazine Street, (near Napoleon Ave.)
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D Day Museums Swinging Summer Concert Series
06/14/05 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
Sunday, June 26, 2005
2:00 pm - 3:30 am Swinging Summer Concert Series: Rocky`s Hot Fox Trot Orchestra
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Gatemouth Plays Rock n Bowl Swing Night
05/26/05 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
If you missed last night's show... Shame on ya!
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Beginners Swing & Lindy Hop Course Starting
05/25/05 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
Join in the fun Tuesday, May 31st at 8:30 PM. Classes are held at Ebony Square Cultural Center located at 4215 Magazine Street, (near Napoleon Avenue).
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Swingin' @ the D Day - VE Day Anniversary Celebration
04/27/05 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
As the 60th anniversary of the end of World War II approaches, The National D-Day Museum in New Orleans is gearing up for a series of commemorative events marking the historic victory in Europe as well as the 5th anniversary of The Grand Opening of America’s World War II Museum.
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Fitzgerald Photographs on Display
04/25/05 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
Fitzgerald Photographs on Display in New Orleans
Written By: Cristina Sousa
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Casey & Reuel's News Letter
04/13/05 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
1. We had an AWESOME last session - thanks!
2. Upcoming lessons series with Reuel & Casey on May 9th
3. Continuing lessons for the summer
4. April 16 workshop with Nathalie Gomes - THIS SATURDAY!
5. April 17 workshop with Dance New Orleans - THIS SUNDAY!
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Pensecola Swing/Lindy Hop Workshop
04/11/05 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
Saturday May 14 10:00 am to 4:00 pm &
Sunday May 15 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm
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Lindy Hop Workshop Weekend x2
04/11/05 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
Two great opportunities this weekend are available to the Swing & Lindy Hop Community
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Lindy Hop Workshop with Nathalie Gomes
03/31/05 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
Location: Rock n Bowl Cafe
Date: April 16, 2005
Time: 12:45pm-6pm
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Special Int./Adv. Swing-Out Clinic
03/03/05 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
“Swing-Out, you’re on Candid Camera”
Ebony Square Cultural Center
Sunday, April 17th, 2005
2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
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Saturday Dance Workshops
02/28/05 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
This Saturday, there are two great opportunities to get out and brush up on your dancing....
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Swing Dancing Opps This Week
02/23/05 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
February 21 through 27, 2005
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Announcing the Grand Opening of the Grand Palace Jazz
02/14/05 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
Announcing the Grand Opening of the
GRAND PALACE JAZZ - Thursday, February 17th
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Sounding a positive note for jazz
02/09/05 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
Wednesday, February 09, 2005
Lolis Eric Elie
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Entertainment Tonight
01/11/05 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
World-music label Putumayo focuses its spotlight on Kermit Ruffins, the entertainer.
By John Swenson
Gambit Weekly
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Lindy Hop Workshop featuring Andrew Sutton
01/07/05 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
Saturday & Sunday, January 15th & 16th, 2005
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The Great Southwest Lindy Fest
12/27/04 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
March 17-20, 2005
Houston, TX
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New Years Eve Dancing
12/27/04 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
While New Orleans is known as a top desitnation for revelers looking to ring in the New Year, finding a spacious corner or dance floor, or better yet, a room full of happy feat can be difficult.
Here are our top selections for jazz music & dancing in the city for New Years Eve...
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New Beg. Swing Class Starts Jan. 4th
12/18/04 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
Happy Holidays
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Kermit's Birthday Throwdown @ The Wisdom
12/15/04 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
Dance For Your Life !
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Local Dancer Lands Leading Role on the “Golden Screen”
12/14/04 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
Local Lindy Hopper Becomes the First Female Character on Golden Tee, The World’s Most Popular Coin-Operated Video Game
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National D Day Museum's Boogie Woogie Weekends
12/03/04 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
Come out and learn the charleston!
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3 Weeks of DJd Swing Dancing w/Special Workshops
11/04/04 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
DJd Swing Dances at Ebony Square Cultural Center!
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D Day Museum's Boogie Woogie Weekend
11/04/04 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
Learn the Shim Sham.
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LSU Swing Dance
10/27/04 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
Tiger Swing-Out will be hosting a Halloween party this Friday night in Baton Rouge.
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Free Dances at Cafe Brasil Every Sunday
10/16/04 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
Nickle-a-Dance Days Continue through November, every Sunday from 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM at Cafe Brasil
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Nickle-a-Dance Continues...
10/12/04 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
This Week: October 17 Detroit Brooks & Syncopated Percolators featuring Juanita Brooks
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Reds, Whites and the Blues
10/12/04 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
Fundraise, wine-tasting and plenty of good swingin' jazz at City Park.
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Beginning Swing Classes Forming
10/11/04 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
Next round begins October, 12th
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FREE Swing Dance & Shim Sham Class
10/05/04 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
Make sure not to miss out on tonight's FREE Swing Dance & Shim Sham class at Ebony Square!!!
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This Week in Swing 10/4/04
10/04/04 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
Lookin' to head out and dance the week away? There are plenty of options waitin' for ya this week!
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Free Swing Dance & Shim Sham Class
09/24/04 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
Barring any unforeseen Hurricanes - Tuesday, September 28th will be week: 6 of 6 in our 'Beginning Swing Course'.
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A Swingin' Weekend at the D Day Museum
09/22/04 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
The National D Day Museum will feature 2 Swing Dance events Oct 1st & 2nd.
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Knoxville Lindy Exchange
09/07/04 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
Our neighbors to the north are throwing a party.
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Herman Leornard Presentation - Exhibition
08/23/04 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
Noted Jazz Photographer Herman Leonard will present a slide show of his work, Friday, August 27th at 1:15 pm at NOCCA's Riverfront Campus - Lupin Hall, (located at 2800 Chartres in the Marigny).
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Swingin' at the D Day Museum
08/20/04 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
Leif Pedersen and the D-Day Big Band will be back for a swinging celebration in the Louisiana Memorial...
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Another Swingin' Weekend
08/19/04 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
There are plenty of places to get your swing on this weekend. Most venues have no cover, but suggest a drink minimum.
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A Review on Authentic Jazz Dance
08/18/04 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
From the pages of http://www.caljazzdance.com, the home of The California Historical Jazz Dance Foundation. Please visit their site for more information.
What is authentic Jazz Dance? It is our American folk Dance, Although the Jazz Age is known as a certain time in our history, music and dances both before it and after it...
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1940's Swing Dancing Classes
08/17/04 - submitted by: dnoteam in Swing News.
Next round begins August, 17th.
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ILLINOIS JACQUET DEAD AT 81
07/23/04 - submitted by: CNN.com in Swing News.
ILLINOIS JACQUET DEAD AT 81
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ROCK N BOWL REALLY PACKIN' THEM IN
07/22/04 - submitted by: Keith Marszalek in Swing News.
ROCK N BOWL REALLY PACKIN' THEM IN
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A STORY OF BROWN BLUES
07/20/04 - submitted by: THE NY TIMES in Swing News.
A STORY OF BROWN BLUES
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COME TO THE FRENCH QUARTER SATURDAY
07/16/04 - submitted by: Mary Cade in Swing News.
COME TO THE FRENCH QUARTER SATURDAY
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ALX REGISTRATION OPEN
07/14/04 - submitted by: Nathan Malone in Swing News.
ALX REGISTRATION OPEN
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SWING OUT NEW HAMPSHIRE
07/14/04 - submitted by: Mark Kapner in Swing News.
SWING OUT NEW HAMPSHIRE
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HOT FOX TROTTIN' @ RnB THIS WEDNESDAY
07/13/04 - submitted by: Rocky in Swing News.
HOT FOX TROTTIN' @ RnB THIS WEDNESDAY
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DANCIN' AT THE DERVISH THIS THURSDAY
07/07/04 - submitted by: Danielle in Swing News.
DANCIN' AT THE DERVISH THIS THURSDAY
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JERRY EMBREE BAND JULY APPEARANCES
07/06/04 - submitted by: Jerry Embree in Swing News.
JERRY EMBREE BAND JULY APPEARANCES
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AUSTIN LINDY EXCHANGE
06/29/04 - submitted by: Keith Marszalek in Swing News.
AUSTIN LINDY EXCHANGE
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Discounts for Music City Mini Camp!
06/25/04 - submitted by: Casey in Swing News.
Discounts for Music City Mini Camp!
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Nation D Day Museum to feature Month Dances
11/06/03 - submitted by: Keith Marszalek in Swing News.
Nation D Day Museum to feature Month Dances
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Lindy Hop & Blues Workshops in Nov/Dec w/Bill Borgida
10/31/03 - submitted by: Keith Marszalek in Swing News.
Lindy Hop & Blues Workshops in Nov/Dec w/Bill Borgida
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A Great Lindy in the Park...
10/07/03 - submitted by: Keith Marszalek in Swing News.
A Great Lindy in the Park...
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October is Full of Great Swing Nights
10/01/03 - submitted by: Keith Marszalek in Swing News.
October is Full of Great Swing Nights
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Kermit Ruffins to be the featured artist at the next Jazz Dance
09/17/03 - submitted by: Matt Hampsey in Swing News.
Kermit Ruffins to be the featured artist at the next Jazz Dance
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Changes at the Maple Leaf, Le Bon Temps
09/07/03 - submitted by: Keith Spera in Swing News.
Changes at the Maple Leaf, Le Bon Temps
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Jazz'n the Vines - Pontchartrain Vinyards Aug 23rd
08/19/03 - submitted by: Mitzi Hanold in Swing News.
Jazz'n the Vines - Pontchartrain Vinyards Aug 23rd
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Don't forget about Houston
08/12/03 - submitted by: Ryan Strohl in Swing News.
Don't forget about Houston
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Austin Lindy Exchange - Repost
08/12/03 - submitted by: Keith Marszalek in Swing News.
Austin Lindy Exchange - Repost
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Austin Lindy Exchange
08/11/03 - submitted by: Keith Marszalek in Swing News.
Austin Lindy Exchange
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HoTLX - Houston Lindy Exchange
08/10/03 - submitted by: Keith Marszalek in Swing News.
HoTLX - Houston Lindy Exchange
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Intro to Swing Classes Starting Soon!
07/23/03 - submitted by: Keith Marszalek in Swing News.
Intro to Swing Classes Starting Soon!
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Thanks Trevor and Julie!!!
06/22/03 - submitted by: Keith Marszalek in Swing News.
Thanks Trevor and Julie!!!
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N.O. Jazz Orchestra:
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