What ingredients are needed to create a roaring party? Frank, lead singer of Frank Martini and his orchestra, lists all the necessities: 1. The music. Play only real old school swing, so you don’t have to worry ’bout any untz. 2. Pick...
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How to become a strong independent follower
Become a strong and independent follower - three advice from Åsa Heedman: Stick your neck out and put yourself at risk. Use your body and capture theextremes in positions. Show your personality and your phraseology. If you want your expression to be strong, you have...
läs mer3 QUALITIES TO MASTER AS A LEAD
Three qualities that characterise ÅSA HEEDMANS’S favourite lead: 1. Steady with clear indications, no micro managing. A lead should not dictate what to do, that’s my least favorite thing. 2. Musicality is very inspiring. When leads have an ear for the music,...
läs merHOW TO GET QUALITY IN EVERY MOVEMENT – 3 keys by DANIEL HEEDMAN
1. Clear references. What are your favorite expressions and who are your favorite dancers? Make sure the answers are clear to you and keep it in focus. That helps you how to express yourself. Now make it yours! 2. Simplify! The answer to...
läs merÅsa Heedman: ”cute and cuddly is not for me”
Her swivels are the stuff of legends and his playful crazy-leg style is instantly recognizable. It’s time to get to know Lindy Hop powerhouses Åsa and Daniel Heedman: why they’re so passionate about remaining old school, should dance like a tiger, not like a mouse.By:...
läs merWhat you should know about Shag–and why
Jenny Shirar is a dynamic dancer, teacher, competitor and performer, ercely fond of Shag, especially the version from her hometown, St. Louis. This is what she reckons everyone should know about the Shag, why you should learn it and why she loves it. – I love shag...
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