Archive for August, 2017

DJ Party TBA

August 25th, 2017 | Category: dances

Join us for a swing dance featuring our local Boston DJs!

Lesson (included w/ price of admission): 8:00pm – 9:00pm
Swing Dancing: 9:00pm – 12:00am
General Admission: $10
Students and Seniors (with Valid ID): $8

Q Ballroom
26 New Street, Suite 3
Cambridge, MA 02138

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Swingin’ on the Charles – Saturday outdoor dance!

August 19th, 2017 | Category: dances

Boston Swing Central and Community Boating are proud to present the 10th Anniversary of:

Swingin’ on the Charles! Join us in celebrating what summer is all about. Dancing outside, at sunset, on the banks of the Charles River. We Love that Dirty Water! This is a summer classic you won’t want to miss. We’ll take over the docks at sunset, provide a lesson for newcomers and then we’ll dance until 11 pm. *Note: No rate date! 

Beginner Lesson (included w/price of admission): 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Dancing: 8:00pm – 11pm
Admission:
$18 Advance General Admission ($23 at-the-door)
$15 for Students and Seniors ($18 at-the-door)

Proceeds will benefit Community Boating’s Dock Repair and Junior Sailing Programs, and Boston Swing Central’s Lindy Hop Preservation Program.

Community Boating is located on the Esplanade
(between the Hatch Shell and the Longfellow Bridge)
21 David Mugar Way (Charles MGH T-Stop)
Boston, MA 02114

FOR TICKETS AND MORE INFO www.swinginonthecharles.org
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Bryan Brundige and The Piggly Wigglies

August 18th, 2017 | Category: dances

Band leader, Bryan Brundige started his journey with trombone when he was ten-years-old in Albany, NY and it has taken him all over country. This Friday he’s bringing three more band members, The Piggly Wigglies (bass, guitar, and drums) to keep us dancing hard all night! They have an upbeat traditional jazz sound and will play the “good ‘ol ones” for your listening and dancing pleasure.

Lesson (included in the price of admission): 8:00pm – 9:00pm
Swing Dancing: 9:00pm – 12:00am
General Admission: $16
Students and Seniors (with Valid ID): $13

Q Ballroom
26 New Street, Suite 3
Cambridge, MA 02138

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John Clark & the Mercenaries

August 11th, 2017 | Category: dances

A last minute substitution for the Swing Legacy, who could not make it.  John Clark, a member of Swing Legacy and the leader of the Wolverine Jazz Band, along with Deb Larkin, vocalist for Swing Legacy have assembled a crack team of mercenaries to swing the night away!!  Join us…

Lesson (included w/ price of admission): 8:00pm – 9:00pm
Dancing: 9:00pm – 12:00am
General Admission: $15
Students and Seniors (with Valid ID): $13

Q Ballroom
26 New Street, Suite 3
Cambridge, MA 02138

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Wolverine Jazz Band

August 08th, 2017 | Category: dances

Since 1995 the Wolverine Jazz Band has been entertaining lovers of Traditional Jazz all over Boston and southern New England in town concerts, private functions and a long residence at the Sherborn Inn.  During that time they have also become favorites on the national festival circuit, performing in Arizona, Washington state, Tennessee, Ohio, Colorado and Florida for large audiences – including the swing dances which have become an important part of those festivals.  Comprised of up to seven of the finest local players in the idiom, the Wolverine Jazz Band is adept at music ranging from the ragtime era through the late swing period, all played with energy and an informed approach both to presentation and the music itself.

Lesson (included w/ admission): 8:00pm – 9:00pm
Swing Dancing: 9:00pm – 12:00am
General Admission: $15
Students and Seniors (with Valid ID): $13

Q Ballroom
26 New Street, Suite 3
Cambridge, MA 02138

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Roaring Twenties Lawn Party 2017 – Sunday

August 06th, 2017 | Category: dances

Presented by Boston Swing Central and the Trustees of Reservations, The Roaring Twenties Lawn Party is a true celebration of vintage culture! Attracting thousands of guests in Gatsby-esque apparel, this retro picnic features live music and dancing, performances, lawn games, a vintage faire and more!

Saturday features:

Live music by Baby Soda Jazz Band featuring Tamar Korn and Cassidy & The Orleans Kids

Performances by Eight Thirty ACT, Lindy Bomb Squad, The Riff & Divine Providence

 

For TICKETS, PARKING PASSES and more information roaringtwentieslawnparty.org

Note: Tickets will NOT be sold at the door. 
Castle Hill on the Crane Estate
290 Argilla Road
Ipswich, MA 01938
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Roaring Twenties Lawn Party 2017 – Saturday

August 05th, 2017 | Category: dances

Presented by Boston Swing Central and the Trustees of Reservations, The Roaring Twenties Lawn Party is a true celebration of vintage culture! Attracting thousands of guests in Gatsby-esque apparel, this retro picnic features live music and dancing, performances, lawn games, a vintage faire and more!

Saturday features:

Live music by Tamar Korn & A Kornucopia and Cassidy & The Orleans Kids

Performances by Boston Lindy Hop, Eight Thirty ACT, The Riff & Just for Kicks

 

For TICKETS, PARKING PASSES and more information roaringtwentieslawnparty.org 

Note: Tickets will NOT be sold at the door. 
Castle Hill on the Crane Estate
290 Argilla Road
Ipswich, MA 01938
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Special appearance from Tamar Korn and An Orleans Kornucopia

August 04th, 2017 | Category: dances

Yes, we’ve combined forces! Some of Tamar’s band, A Kornucopia will join Cassidy’s Orleans Kids to create a unique sneak preview of the Roaring Twenties Lawn Party.

Lesson (included w/ admission): 8:00pm – 9:00pm
Swing Dancing: 9:00pm – 12:00am
General Admission: $18
Students and Seniors (with Valid ID): $13

Q Ballroom
26 New Street, Suite 3
Cambridge, MA 02138

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