ESN Jan 28 Class Descriptions
Hey! Class descriptions from Pat Wall and Ann Mony are here! Check it out:
6:15 - 7:15 Advanced Lindy: Movement and Momentum!
Ever wonder how some dancers make their simple moves look so good? The simple secret to this is using the natural momentum of Lindy Hop in all your moves and to keep the dance flowing. We will take some simple moves and break down how to make them look and feel wonderful.
7:15 - 8:00 Lecture: Trumpet Stars of the 30s and 40s!
Alisa Clancy brings the stars out this night as we explore the sweet sounds of the trumpet masters! Don't forget that this lecture is included in the price of your classes or dance admission, so come on in and enjoy this special treat. If you are signed up for at least one of the classes, please also join us for pizza dinner.
8:00 - 9:00 Intermediate Lindy: Break it Up!
Having a hard time handling musical breaks in your Charleston? In this class we will work on inserting breaks into all areas of traditional Charleston positions (side by side, hand to hand, tandem, etc) and how to transition smoothly in and out of them.
CRITIQUE SESSIONS
6:15-7:15 Intermediate Critique Session
8:00-9:00 Advanced Critique Session
Nathan and Audrey will only be taking 6 leaders and 6 followers in each of these Critique Sessions in order to watch or dance with each couple or individual. This is a great way shake things up and rock your Lindy world. It is valuable to hear from your teachers and peers what they think you are doing well and what you might need more work on.
Why, yes, we *did* stagger the critique sessions so that you can do this AND get some level appropriate time in with Pat and Ann! Thank you for noticing!
Make sure to pre-register online - prices go up at the door!
Epic Swing Night – January 28th
EPIC SWING NIGHT is moving! We will be in our new location soon but in the meantime our transitional location will be at City College of San Francisco on January 28th. Thank you, David Blood, for hosting us while we make our Epic Transformation (We will soon be reborn like a phoenix rising out of its own ashes).
Check out the epic fun we will have in San Francisco!
| 6:15-7:15 | Epic Advanced Lindy Hop Class |
| Epic Intermediate Critique Session | |
| 7:15-8:00 | Epic Jazz Lecture (Pizza provided) |
| 8:00-9:00 | Epic Intermediate Lindy Hop Class |
| Epic Advanced Critique Session | |
| 9:00-11:30 | Epic Swing Dance! |
The classes will be taught by the incomparable Pat Wall & Ann Mony. Like a master puppeteer, Pat Wall can make a follower do anything and make her feel like she has given up all control[1]. Watching Ann dance recently at the Lu Watters tribute concert, we just had to stop in our tracks for a moment and just say "dang, she can move!" You don't want to miss these two.
For the first time ever, Epic Swing Night will be hosting a second track of classes! Nathan Dias and Audrey Kanemoto will be leading and Advanced and Intermediate level critique session with a small group of dancers - there are a limited number of spots for this class, so make sure you register in advance!
The Jazz lecture will again be given by Alisa Clancy from 91.1 KCSM! Alisa's description of and passion for jazz music, the musicians, the era, and their circumstances have inspired goosebumps. This month’s epic topic will be “Trumpet Stars of the 30s & 40s.” This is included with the price of the classes or dance admission, so take this opportunity to enrich your understanding of the history behind the music we move to!
Since the night is pretty dense, we'll be offering free pizza for people attending at least one class during the lecture time slot.
This month we will feature DJ Shane Promtet spinning along side DJ Sarah Quan!
Considering the transformation (of venues) we are going through, our theme this month is Rocky Horror Picture Show! We'll do the time warp at the dance and go to a midnight showing (for Brian's virgin viewing) of this cult classic!
How much does all this epicness cost, you ask? Well, that all depends on your reflexes!
Epic Pre-registration Prices:
$20 = Lecture + 2 classes + Dance
$15 = Lecture + 1 class + Dance
$10 = Lecture + Dance
$5 = Lecture Only
Slightly Less (yet still) Epic Door Prices:
$25 = Lecture + 2 classes + Dance
$17 = Lecture + 1 class + Dance
$12 = Lecture + Dance
$7 = Lecture Only
Register
Online Registration has closed!
Location:
We will be hosting the classes, lecture, and dance in City College of San Francisco's Health and Wellness Center, located at 50 Phelan Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122. However, Google Maps may direct you to a strange location if you use this. Use the map below to know where to go. Enter from the front, and go up the stairs and to the right to find us.
Footnotes:
[1] This was meant more as commentary on how badass Patrick is, an not commentary on roles in the dance. For more on that, we recommend this awesome article that was recently referred to us: http://www.annmony.com/blog/2010/12/how-about-some-clouds-with-that/
Epic Swing Night – December 10th
Mark your calendars with a large,red, all caps EPIC on December 10th - the next Epic Swing Night is coming!
Check out all new epicness we have in store!
6:00-7:15 = Epic Advanced Lindy Hop Class
7:15-8:00 = Epic Jazz Lecture
8:00-9:00 = Epic Intermediate Lindy Hop Class
9:00-9:30 = Epic Beginning Lindy Hop Class
9:30-12:00 = Epic Swing Dance With Epic Regional DJ Battle!
The classes will be taught by the fabulous Gary and Amanda Sharpe! If you were at the last Epic Swing Night, you got to see how awesome they are when they threw down in our Epic Strictly Lindy For Cancer fundraiser. If you haven't seen them yet - you're missing out! They teach regularly in Sacramento and kick it hard in competitions all over the place!
The Jazz lecture will be given by Alisa Clancy from KCSM - she's a super engaging lecturer and knows a ton about the history of the music we love! This month's epic topic will be "Hats and Cats--It's All About the Show--Great Swing Bands and their Schtick." This is included with the price of the classes or dance admission, so take this opportunity to enrich your understanding of the history behind the music we move to!
This month the music will be provided in the form of an Epic Regional DJ Battle! We have DJ Allen Kerr representing San Francisco, who will be duking it out with DJ Gary Sharpe from SacTown!
Considering all the dueling going on between the DJs, the theme of the night should live up their epic conflict- and nothing says Epic Conflict like a West Side Story theme! Guys will be bubbling with anger as the Jets and the Sharks while the ladies strut their stuff and feeling pretty! Bring out your best dance clothes to turn the Wayback Machine to New York circa 1955. (Extra coolness points for recognizing the Wayback Machine.)
Here's what you should thinking: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kokbJvSEMUY
How much does all this epicness cost, you ask? Well, that all depends on your reflexes!
Epic Pre-registration Prices:
$20 = Lecture + 2 classes + Dance
$15 = Lecture + 1 class + Dance
$10 = Lecture + Dance with DJ Battle
$5 = Lecture Only
Slightly Less (yet still) Epic Door Prices:
$24 = Lecture + 2 classes + Dance
$17 = Lecture + 1 class + Dance
$12 = Lecture + Dance with DJ Battle
$7 = Lecture Only
Pre-registration will be available up through Friday, December 9th. There will be no pre-registration taken on December 10th!