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June/July
2010
Newsletter
Hey Swing Cats!
Summer is almost here! Sugar Swing would like to
celebrate the warm weather with some amazing classes and
events.
- New
Classes
- July and August Classes
- Mondays
starting July 5
- Sweetheart
Swing
- Lindy
Hop 2
- Wednesdays
starting July 7
- Jitterbug
Swing
pt
A
- Jitterbug
Swing
pt
C
- August
Classes
- Dances
- 50's
Style Party! - June 26
- Sugar
Foot
Stomp!
- Major
Upcoming Events
- Swing
Dance Calgary - Cabaret! June 25
- "Dance and Jazz in the Park" -
June 26
- "Historical Feats" Performance
July 1
- Swing
in
the
Park
- Updates & Other
- A Little Inspiration (Video Clips)
- Upcoming Changes
- Getting Connected
New Classes
We are pleased to offer two new dance programs! We
have started both African and Jazz classes this June, and they will
continue with new classes in September. Along with our partnered
classes on Monday nights, we
have added a second venue on Mondays to accommodate these solo dance
classes (Strathcona and Orange Halls).
African 1 (New)
African 1: Mondays @ 6:30pm starting in September
(6 wks)
African dance embodies our belief that dance is
very enjoyable. In West African villages, community and dance remains
extremely important to every person's way of life. Everyone dances, as
it celebrates life! We are excited to offer a unique program of African
dance, presented with authenticity by Masani! We will be
offering levels 1, 2, and 3 over the coming year.
Key Features: Live Drummers (1 class), Series-end
Performance, Incredible venue, incredible instructor. More details: http://www.sugarswing.com/lessons/african.html
Jazz 1 (New)
Jazz 1: Mondays @ 8pm starting in September (6
wks)
We know that dancing solo is extremely rewarding
and fun! It can be athletic, artistic, challenging and very fulfilling.
We believe that dancing to Jazz music solo - ie, solo Jazz dancing, is
truly awesome. With our very own Julie Kiraly, she will train you to
become the best dancer and to feel confident in your dancing abilities.
We will focus on vintage jazz dancing - the true roots of modern, jazz,
and contemporary dance. Guys and ladies are equally invited to partake.
Key Features: Performing an original choreo by Julie, learn the Tranky
Doo, and more TBA!
More details: http://www.sugarswing.com/lessons/jazz.html
African and Solo Jazz will continue in the fall as full programs on
Mondays - stay
tuned for details.
July/August Classes
Mondays starting
July 5
Join us for Sweetheart Swing at 6:30pm and Lindy
Hop 2 at 8pm.
Sweetheart Swing is a 6 week lesson series that
covers 6-count Jive and 8-count Lindy Hop! Bring your partner to this
series for some cool moves, basic technique and footwork, and fun
times! (note: this class runs July 5th to August 16th, with a break on
August 2nd).
Wednesdays
starting July 7
Join us for Jitterbug Swing 1A at 6:30pm
and
Jitterbug Swing 1C at 8pm.
Jitterbug Swing 1A
is a 4 week lesson series that includes 2 weeks of Jive and 2 weeks of
8-count Lindy Hop. No Partner Required!
Lindy Hop +
Charleston = One Awesome Dance Series! Jitterbug
Swing 1C will
expand your knowledge of swing dancing by introducing you to
Charleston. This fun and exciting partnered dance will enable you to
handle those faster tempos with a new 8-count basic pattern and cool
moves. This class is eligible for anyone who has taken JS1A or
Sweetheart Swing.
August
Classes starting August 9 & 11
We also have classes starting in August! Join us
on Mondays for Lindy
Hop 2 (starts August 9th) and Wednesdays for Jitterbug Swing 1A and 1D
(starts August 11th)! We also have another 6-week Sweetheart
Swing
series starting August 23.
DANCES
Sugar Foot Stomp
- 50’s Style Party!
Dust off those Blue Suede Shoes and let’s Rock
Around the Clock to the rockin’ tunes of the 1950’s! Sugar Swing
presents the Sugar Foot Stomp, 50’s style, at Pleasantview Hall on June
26th, where there’ll be A Whole Lotta Shakin’ Going On. So join Peggy
Sue and Johnny B Goode, and let’s dance to some Rock and Roll Music! Be
sure to Twist and Shout until midnight before you Hit the Road, Jack!
June 26th @ Pleasantview Hall, 10860-57 Ave
Doors open at 8
Lesson: 8:15 to 9pm
Dance: 9pm to midnight
$14 Regular (lesson + dance)
$10 (Dance only)
Discounts for students and members
--Join Sugar
Swing at Louis McKinney Park between 6:00pm-7:00pm for dancing to live
music for a pre-50's party fun time!--
For more info visit our Facebook event page:
http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=107503855964143&ref=mf
July and August
Dance Locations
Pleasantview
(10860-57 Ave):
June 26th, July
10th, August 14th, August 28th
Orange Hall
(10335-84 Ave):
June 19th, July
3rd, July 17th, July 24th, July
31st, August 7th
Major Upcoming Events
Dance
and Jazz in the Park!
Pre 50's Dance picnic and dancing!
Picnic - Dance and Jazz In The Park
Shumka Stage, Louise McKinney Riverfront Park
Admission: FREE
Combine hot jazz with great dance and join us for the annual "Picnic in
the Park". Presented in partnership with the Edmonton International
Jazz Festival. Come out and enjoy brilliant jazz music and be amazed by
the incredible dance performances taking place all around the park.
Performances run throughout the afternoon and into the early evening.
Interactive dance demonstrations are in between the jazz bands.
Concerts are showcased all day Saturday in Edmonton's scenic Louis
McKinney Riverfront Park, located directly south of the Shaw Conference
Centre. Join us for a community celebration of an eclectic range of
jazz music including Swing, Latin, Contemporary, Blues and Big Band. It
is an artistically diverse, outdoor family event.
Main Stage Line-Up:
12 noon Sandro Dominelli
1:30 pm Nils Landgren
3:00 pm Wil Campa
4:30 pm Ola Onabule
6:00 pm Edmonton Jazz Orchestra
---Performers and
guests of Sugar Swing wanted!---
Sugar Swing will be performing during the band break between 5:30pm and
6:00pm with performances and a short audience interactive. From 6:00pm
until 7:00pm when the next band goes on, Sugar Swing will dance to the
live music provided by the Edmonton Jazz Orchestra! Depending on the
level of your involvement, you could be paid too! Please contact
Birkley via email (provided below).
Canada
Day "Historical Feats" Presentation
Thursday, July 1
1:30 PM (Mad Cat Swing), 2:30 p.m. & 3:30 p.m.
Fort Edmonton Park, Aviation Museum
FREE with admission into Fort Edmonton Park
Dance has had an amazing impact on Edmonton. FEATS Festival of
Dance encourages all Edmontonians to learn more about our dance
history. At Fort Edmonton Park, professional dancers will introduce
participants to their cultural traditions, and teach a few dance moves
that are significant to their cultural background. Featured artists
this year include the La Girondole a Zaphyr, Yellowbird Traditional
Dancers as well as the Sugar Swing Dance Club (Mad Cat Swing!).
Note: Mad Cat Swing performs at the 1:30pm
timeslot for 45mins. We will be doing 3-4 rehearsed performances
as well as some audience interactive. We will also be doing a
demonstration at 12:45pm in front of the Firehall (or inside Hotel
Selkirk if rainy). If you would like
free admission and be part of the demonstrations (we'll play a
few songs, you'll just dance to it), I'll arrange free admission!
Swing
in
the Park
Sugar Swing is excited to host OUTDOOR DANCES
every second Thursday! Join us for “Swing in the Park”
from 6:30 to 9:30.
"Swing
in the Park" Facebook Fan Page
Sugar Swing
Calendar
Location:
End of Steel Park (Gateway Boulevard and 86 Ave)
Weather conditions:
18 degrees or higher and it is on!
Suggested
contribution: $5 (for equipment and admin costs)
Next "Swing in the Park" scheduled for July 15
(Sorry, we can't do June 24 due to lack of personnel, and July 1 is
Canada Day).
Swing Dance
Calgary Fundraiser
Cabaret! June 25th
The Swing Dance Association of Calgary will be
hosting a Cabaret on
June 25th at the Mount Pleasant Community Hall in
lieu of our beginner lesson. All funds raised will go to support swing
dancing in Calgary. If you are interested in performing or showcasing
your art, please contact: info@swingdancecalgary.com.
http://swingdancecalgary.com/
Swingin' Fun BBQ
(Live
Music and Food!)
Sugar Swing is collaborating with the Alberta Dance Alliance for a
REALLY cool event. Families and General Public oriented! Help support
by simply attending and telling all your friends and family.
Saturday, July 3
5:00 - 7:00 pm: Festival Barbeque (food, music, performances!)
7:00 - 8:00 pm: More performances, Mini-lessons, Live Music
8:00 - 9:00 pm: Swing Dance Lesson
9:00 - 12:00 am: Family Dance with Sugar Swing
Orange Hall & Transalta Arts Barns Patio, 10335 - 84 Ave
Live Music
Will Cramer and the Bullies
of Basin Street is a New Orleans and Dixieland styled jazz band
that will be playing between 5pm and 8pm. This is their first time
playing for us, and we are all excited for this excellent find of live
music. They will be playing for the BBQ audience... join us for some
great dancing and listening to this fabulous band
Tickets
Advance tickets available through Tix on the
Square
$40 Family of four (all night, including bbq, live music, performances)
$12 Individual (all night, including bbq, live music, performances)
$8 Dance-Only (9pm-12am)
The Sugar Swing Family Dance is Edmonton's feature swing dance event
occurring every Saturday Night! Swing dancing is energetic, enjoyable,
cool, and just plain fun. Every person, regardless of age, shape, size,
and fitness is welcome to participate. There will also be a family
barbeque before and during the event for all to enjoy with admission.
This is an all age, dry event, intended for people with no dance
experience.
We teach a drop-in beginner lesson to start the night, and a band and a
DJ great music for dancing. Join Sugar Swing and experience the
astronomic movements of Swing dance.
Performances
Performances are being arranged by Mad Cat Swing and the Ragamuffins!
Please come watch our latest routines by both groups :)
Updates & Other
A Little
Inspiration
Gene Kelly and Donald O’Conner (check out the
Shim Sham at 5:45!)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9fotT7IlQZg&feature=player_embedded
Swing Dancing to Bill Haley and the Comets:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tI4qO5Y9M1Q&feature=fvw
Upcoming
Changes
Over the next couple months, Sugar Swing will be
upgrading its registration system. Improvements will include customer
accounts, allowing for membership and student status recognition (by
providing this information upon signup).
An advanced notification system will also be
introduced, which will allow users to choose how many notices they
prefer to receive from Sugar Swing through Facebook and through email.
Getting
Connected
Join us on Facebook for regular updates of events
and classes! As well, we have a comprehensive calendar on the Sugar
Swing website that has everything nicely laid out.
  
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