Andrew Sutton's Smooth Savoy Swing - Jan 26-29, 2012

"Smooth Savoy" Swing Workshop
January 26-29, 2012

Andrew Sutton Returns to Hilo!

Experience his unique, innovative and enjoyable instruction style

Andrew Sutton will be back to share his inimitable blend of Blues, Swing and Fusion. 
Andrew's classes are always innovative and fun. For more information on Andrew you can go to our Instructors page or check him out at www.SmoothSavoy.com

Andrew's classes are some of the best available for introducing new dancers to the scene... so now's the time to get the spouse off the couch and onto the dance floor.  His classes are always fun, beginners are welcome and bringing a partner is optional. (So if you have to, leave 'em on the couch and come anyway.)

If you sign up for the workshop in advance you save Money. We've got discounts available for early registers, Off-Island participants and students. Click Here for the pdf copy of the registration form.  It lists all the info and class descriptions.

 

Monday Swing Classes

The Hilo Hep Cats will offer classes in Lindyhop, the original style of swing dancing which emerged from Harlem in the 1920s before becoming an international sensation; it's still danced around the world today.  Six-week classes are $45, or $35 if you take 2 or more classes.  If you bring a new student who signs up for a 6-week session at full price, you get your 6-week session at half price--only $22!  Drop-ins are $10 per class.
 
All classes will be held Monday evenings at the Island Dance Academy, 27 Haili Street (across from the Palace Theatre in downtown Hilo.)  The first class will be held Jan. 23, and the session will run until February 27 (including 2/20, President's Day.)  No partners are necessary.
 
The classes will be:
 
6:00 - 7:00 p.m., Beginning 6-Count Swing, taught by Andie.  Similar to East Coast Swing or Jitterbug, this upbeat dance will get you on the dance floor having fun in a hurry!  Learn basic footwork, partner connection & communication, turns and styling moves.
 
7:00 - 8:00 p.m.  Intermediate Lindy, taught by Jesse.  This fast-paced class is for experienced Lindyhoppers who are confident in their swingout and have had exposure to Charleston and to both 6- and 8-count Lindy moves.
 
8:00 - 9:00 p.m.  Beginner-Plus Lindyhop, taught by Andie.  We'll review basic 8-count moves and the swingout, and expand your confidence and vocabulary with styling and a variety of moves.  Students should have completed Beginning 8-Count Swing.

Hilo Hep Cats on Facebook!

Submitted by gailvincent on Sun, 01/22/2012 - 13:52

There are two options for connecting with us on Facebook:

Either way, you'll get updated information on our events and activities. Check it out!

 

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Island Swing at the Hilo Elks Lodge

Submitted by gailvincent on Sat, 12/31/2011 - 18:09
Date: 
Sat, 02/11/2012 - 19:00 - 22:00
The Island Swing Orchestra, East Hawaii's "big band," has scheduled a gig once a month in 2012, usually on the 2nd Saturday of the month.  All performances are at the Hilo Elks Lodge, 150 Kino'ole Street, with an open bar and a roomy dance floor!  Prices and times TBA.  Here are the dates (subject to change).
February 11
March 10
April 14
May 12
June 16

Jazz Mele at the Hilo Town Tavern

Submitted by gailvincent on Tue, 01/03/2012 - 07:18
Date: 
Repeats every 2 weeks on the 27 of January until Sat Jan 28 2012 .
Sat, 01/14/2012 - 18:00 - 21:00
Fri, 01/27/2012 - 18:00 - 21:00
Upcoming events with JAZZ MELE at the Hilo Town Tavern:
Saturday, January 14, 6:00-9:00
Friday, January 27, 6:00-9:00

Beginning in February, JAZZ MELE will be playing at The Hilo Town Tavern every 2nd Friday and 4th Saturday of the month - February 10th and 25th being the first dates in this series.  More details to come but mark your calendar because we'd love to have you join us.
 
The Hilo Town Tavern - Hilo's hottest getaway for live music!
168 Keawe St.   935-2171
Vintage Jazz, Swing, Jump Blues, Boogie Woogie, Latin
Good Food!    Full Bar!    Dancing!    No Cover!

Swing at The Lounge

Submitted by gailvincent on Tue, 01/03/2012 - 07:06
Date: 
Thu, 01/19/2012 - 19:00 - 21:00

SWING AT THE LOUNGE
Where: Church of the Holy Cross Lounge, 440 W. Lanikaula St., Hilo
When: 7:00 pm Thursday, January 19

Details: Enjoy a mini-lesson in swing dancing with the Hilo Hep Cats, followed by practice/social dancing until 9:00 p.m. to DJ'd music.  No partner or experience necessary.  Simple moves and footwork.  $5 general, $3 students.

 

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