[MNDancers] Big Swing Dance Festival, right here in MN!

[Lois Donnay]

THE TWIN CITIES RHYTHM AND JAZZ REVIVAL
> ~a swing music and dance festival~
> in Uptown Minneapolis, MN
> @ Jawaahir Dance Studio (corner of Hennepin and Franklin)

> April 4th, 5th, 6th 2008
 
> THE RHYTHM AND JAZZ REVIVAL is bringing the most talented dancers and
> jazz musicians from all over the country (including the great city of
> New Orleans!) to the Twin Cities for a weekend of classes and non-stop
> live music and dancing.  Classes are for all levels of dancers and
> musicians.  Beginners to swing dancing welcome!
> 
> Evening events feature performances by internationally recognized
> dancers, local swing dance crews, and musicians from the Twin Cities
> AND New Orleans. These folks are sure to inspire you to keep your feet
> movin' and hips shakin' all weekend long.
> 
> Daytime events include *unique* lindy hop swing dance, balboa,
> charleston AND jazz music classes for all ages and ability levels.
> Dance classes feature LIVE MUSIC and music classes focus on rhythm
> instruments such as; guitar, washboard, and playing in a New Orleans
> jazz band.
> 
> Featured musicians and dancers: Loose Marbles (New Orleans) - Robert
> Bell and Friends (Twin Cities) - Peter Loggins and Mia Goldsmith
> (Seattle, WA) Mikey Pedroza & Nikki Marvin (Orange County, CA)- Stefan
> Durham & Bethany Powell (Seattle, WA) - Niki Amundson (Twin Cities)
> 
> Why should you take these classes?  Because NO WHERE ELSE can you take
> a dance class with a live band in class.  This is a rare treat!  We
> believe that having live music will make your dancing better and
> increases the connection between your body and the music.  There are a
> total of 10 unique swing dance classes available throughout the
> weekend. Why not come see for yourself? :)
> 
> For more information and to sign up please visit
> www.rhythmandjazzrevival.com
> www.myspace.com/rhythmandjazzrevival
> 
> Don't be shy!  Have a question, an issue, or a concern about attending
> the event?
> EMAIL US! We are here to help!  rhythmandjazzrevival at gmail.com
>