Category Archives: Dancing

Swing Dance, this is why …

Posted on March 29, 2018 by

There are many kinds of dances, but all those requiring the participation of the two sexes have two characteristics in common: they are conspicuously innocent, and warmly loved by the vicious. ~ Ambrose Bierce We, and my we I mean … Continue reading →

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MJJO: First Gig of the New Year

Posted on February 1, 2016 by

Music is a gut thing. You’re working in a medium which is more in touch withthe primal than the modern. A gig is a ritual. There’s a congregation. ~ Siobhan Fahey Ah yes, the first gig after a long break. … Continue reading →

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Meet the Super Geek League

Posted on February 27, 2014 by

This Seattle phenomenon is called the Super Geek League, where I have some friends playing with shock music.  I keep meaning to find time to go to their show and now that they are releasing their third CD, will have … Continue reading →

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Sexy, Naughty Halloween

Posted on October 14, 2012 by

“If human beings had genuine courage, they’d wear their costumes every day of the year, not just on Halloween.” ~ Doug Coupland Halloween is a time of fantasy, full on dress up fun, and unique party and food options. Halloween … Continue reading →

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Measuring Swing Tempo ~ Fast versus Frickin’ Fast

Posted on March 4, 2012 by

Last year we talked about Measuring Music Tempos ~ How Fast is Fast? Today I’m going to tilt my lance at Swing tempo, which has a no published standards. First we must define Swing. “In jazz and related musical styles, … Continue reading →

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Vacations to Go?

Posted on August 12, 2011 by

Hmm… this HowLifeWorks article makes cheap cruising sound great! :0) A luxury cruise is one of life’s pure joys. Today’s modern cruise liners are engineering marvels; floating 5-star hotels that offer the best service, accommodation, cuisine, and activities. They visit … Continue reading →

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Big Band: Can the Clutter!

Posted on August 2, 2011 by

Further guidance from my friend Terry Stibal, a professional musician and band manager with his latest band, the Sounds of the South Dance Orchestra. CAN THE CLUTTER!!! We had a video made of our group once, something that I have … Continue reading →

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