Spruung! JookJoint Shimmy Blues Party
Saturday, March 27, 2009 at 8:00pm - 4:00am
Playwright Celtic Pub 732 Eighth Avenue, 3rd flr

By Saturday, Spring will have Spruuung! Come celebrate the new season by dancing together. The next JookJoint Shimmy Blues party is this Saturday at Playwright Celtic Pub. Night begins with a lesson at 9:30 pm. General Dancing begins at 10:30 to the DJ stylings of Alana Epstein (Boston); Hether "LadyBlues" Samuels (NYC) and Jeanette Holmes (NYC). $12 entry jookjointshimmyblues.com
Paolo Pasta Lanna Posted Mar 24, 2010




New York Swing Dance Society
Jean Baptiste Church 184 E 76th St at Lexington Ave NYC
Saturday March 20, 2010 Band: Wycliff Gordon
Join the New York Swing Dance Society at the beautiful St Jean the Baptiste Church on Lex and 76th. NYSDS is the longest running Social Swing Dance in NYC and the largest monthly dance in town. Dancing 8pm – midnight, dance class at 7:00pm General admission (includes all programs and dancing) $15, $11 for students. members and seniors. The New York Swing Dance Society (NYSDS) is a not-for-profit arts organization, entering its 25th year. www.nysds.org




Remixed Friday
Friday March 19, 2010 starts 8:30pm
29 West 36th NYC (2nd floor) NYC
Featured band is The Champian Fulton Quartet. You won’t want to miss this up and coming voice in the jazz world. “She’s an accomplished singer and a canny pianist, able to accompany herself with sophistication as well as blend with any smart ensemble.... she possesses wit and secure judgment about phrasing and inflection, never overdoing as do so many wanna-bes who over-cook their stylings in order to sound sultry....:” Erik Erikson's Review in the Northeast Music Review
"Move of the Month" dance class at new earlier time 8:30pm, Live Music at 9:15pm. Guest instructor TBA, DJ LadyBugLala during the breaks. Details and advanced ticket specials: swingremix.com



The Swing Remix Dance Extravaganza
Saturday March 6th 2010 (6:15pm - 1am)
JCC 334 Amsterdam Ave by 76th Street
Swing Remix returns to the JCC in Manhattan on Saturday March 6th. Our featured band will be Gordon Webster and Friends. Instructor for our pre-dance workshop - Carol Fraser. Our DJ - Paolo Pastalanna
The Goldman-Sonnenfeldt Auditorium (a state-of-the-art theater) has terrific acoustics, features a wall to wall wooden dance floor and a giant projection screen showcasing vintage dance footage. 6:20-7:40 pm Pre-Party Swing Workshop (must have solid 6-count experience) Party from 7:30pm - 1am! All the details at swingremix.com
P Lindy Paolo Posted Feb 22, 2009



BB Kings feature RCR
B.B. King's 237 West 42nd New York, NY
Wednesday, March 3, 2010 8:00pm - 10:30pm
Royal Crown Review returns to NYC! Come join the fun at B.B. King's March 3rd at 8pm. Tickets are $17 Advance General Admission ($20 at the door). Limited VIP booth seating $35 each - (4 tickets required to secure a booth) Dance floor will be open! www.bbkingblues.com

New York Swing Dance Society
Jean Baptiste Church 184 E 76th St at Lexington Ave NYC
Saturday February 20, 2010 Note: no band for this event
Join the New York Swing Dance Society at the beautiful St Jean the Baptiste Church on Lex and 76th. NYSDS is the longest running Social Swing Dance in NYC and the largest monthly dance in town. Dancing 8pm – midnight, dance class at 7:00pm General admission (includes all programs and dancing) $15, $11 for students. members and seniors. The New York Swing Dance Society (NYSDS) is a not-for-profit arts organization, entering its 25th year. http://www.nysds.org
Paolo Pasta Lanna Posted Feb 16, 2010



Iguana Swings
Iguana 240 W. 54th St., West of Broadway
Sunday February 21, 2010 7-11:30pm
“alternative” swing event, “A Special Night of Swing” at Iguana! Eric Silvey and Carlos Cardona are the DJs, stretching their definitions of Swing Music for Lindy, Shag and West Coast Swing. Even if you don’t remember what sock hops were like, ask your Swing friends about our 40’s-60’s Swing Mix, then come join the Lindy Hoppin’, Shaggin’, and West Coastin’ fun! Iguana is at 240 W. 54th St., between Broadway and 8th Ave. (Enter the main door and proceed downstairs to The Lizard Lounge). Full Bar and food available. Entrance only $15 (includes coupon for free drink, two sodas, or $5 off any food). more info call Eric 212-486-9517 or http://www.nyswingdance.com
P Lindy Paolo Posted Feb 16, 2010



George Gee at Swing 46
Swing 46 (349 West 46 Street, between 8th & 9th Aves)
Friday February 19th & 26th, 2010
Swing 46 features a great Big Bands several nights a week. The band starts at 9:30pm on Fridays. Swing 46 is located at 349 W 46th Street on Restaurant Row in Manhattan. They serve up live music, dinner and dancing every night of the week. Check them out all season long for some of the best big bands around. For reservations, please call 212-Swing262-9554. swing46.com




Remixed Friday
Friday February 12, 2010 starts 9pm
29 West 36th NYC (2nd floor) NYC
This month we feature Baby Soda, a band that is on "the cutting edge of a new movement loosely known as Street Jazz". Gaining in popularity amongst the underground Balboa and Lindy dancers, this band brings "an eclectic set of influences ranging from New Orleans brass, Jug Music, Southern Gospel and Hot Jazz".
Dance Class "Move of the Month" at 9pm, Plus simultaneously, we will offer a beginner class for first timers. Guest DJ & instructor for “Move of the Month” Heather Flock.
Live Music at 9:30pm. 10:45pm featured dance performance, plus special prizes & give aways! Details and advanced ticket specials: swingremix.com



The Swing Remix Dance Extravaganza
Saturday February 6 2010 (6:15pm - 1am)
JCC 334 Amsterdam Ave by 76th Street
Swing Remix returns to the JCC in Manhattan on saturday February 6th 2010. Our featured band will be Solomon Douglas Swingtet. Instructor for our pre-dance workshop - Carol Fraser. Our DJ - Tomo, And special guest Balboa dancers Kate Helin and Bobby White will perform!
The Goldman-Sonnenfeldt Auditorium (a state-of-the-art theater) has terrific acoustics, features a wall to wall wooden dance floor and a giant projection screen showcasing vintage dance footage. 6:20-7:30 pm Pre-Party Swing Workshop (must have solid 6-count experience) Party from 7:30pm - 1am! swingremix.com
P Lindy Paolo Posted Feb 2, 2009





Remixed Friday
Friday January 22, 2010 starts 9pm
29 West 36th NYC (2nd floor) NYC
Friday January 22 will showcase the return of The Boilermaker Jazz Band. Scrumptious food, drinks and as always plenty of room to dance. 9pm Dance Lesson “Move of the Month” TBD, 9:30pm music starts with LIVE Music, 11pm featured dance performance, plus special prizes & give aways! info at swingremix.com



Blues Holiday Party
Saturday, January 17, 2009 at 10:00pm - 3:30am
Playwright Celtic Pub 732 Eighth Avenue, 3rd flr
This Saturday at Playwright Celtic Pub on 8th Av between 45th & 46th Streets. Arrive early for Newton's law of blues motion with Joy. Free lesson 9:30 pm. General dancing at 10:30 pm! DJs: Mark Gilman, Dan Repsch, Joy Arico. jookjointshimmyblues.com
Paolo Pasta Lanna Posted Jan 12, 2010




New York Swing Dance Society
Jean Baptiste Church 184 E 76th St at Lexington Ave NYC
Saturday January 17th band: Houston Persons
Join the New York Swing Dance Society at the beautiful St Jean the Baptiste Church on Lex and 76th. NYSDS is the longest running Social Swing Dance in NYC and the largest monthly dance in town. Dancing 8pm – midnight, dance class at 7:00pm General admission (includes all programs and dancing) $15, $11 for students. members and seniors. The New York Swing Dance Society (NYSDS) is a not-for-profit arts organization, entering its 25th year. http://www.nysds.org
Paolo Pasta Lanna Posted Jan 12, 2010




Ron Sunshine at Swing 46
Swing 46 (349 West 46 Street, between 8th & 9th Aves)
Friday January 16th, 2010
Swing 46 features a great Big Band almost everynight of the week. The band starts at 9:30pm. 46 is located at 349 W 46th Street on Restaurant Row in Manhattan. Swing 46 serves up live music, dinner and dancing every night of the week. Check them out all season long for some of the best big bands around. For reservations, please call 212-Swing262-9554. swing46.com





Tricks, Dips & Pretzels dance workshop
Saturday January 9th, 2010 (instructor Paolo)
Dance Manhattan 39 West 19th Street 5th Floor 12:30 - 4pm
Are you hungry for some holiday play time? This workshop will cover tricks, dips and some fancy pretzels that that will guarantee to bring a smile. We begin with balance techniques and then start adding the variations. 212-807-0802 details at paoloswings.com
P Lindy Paolo Posted Dec 30, 2009




The Boilermaker Jazz Band at Swing 46
Swing 46 (349 West 46 Street, between 8th & 9th Aves)
Friday January 1st, 2010
Boilermaker Jazz Band is featured on the first day of the New Year. Swing 46 features a great Big Band almost everynight of the week. The band starts at 9:30pm. 46 is located at 349 W 46th Street on Restaurant Row in Manhattan. Swing 46 serves up live music, dinner and dancing every night of the week. Check them out all season long for some of the best big bands around. For reservations, please call 212-Swing262-9554. swing46.com


New Year's Eve Formal Ball
Thursday December 31 2009 9:00PM - 1:00AM
The Montauk Club 25 8th Ave, Brooklyn, NY www.montaukclub.com
Michael Arenella & His Dreamland Septet perform sweet and swinging '30s/'40s era standards for your listening and dancing pleasure.
Featuring The Minsky Sisters. Ring in the New Year with us in the Montauk Club's historic and luxurious ballroom. Note: Only 100 non-member guests may attend. $75/person open bar. Advance ticket purchase required by 12/23. RSVP to andrew@montaukclub.com.


The David Rubenstein Atrium at Lincoln Center
Thursday, December 31st, 2009 | 8:30 - 9:30 PM (and an encore at 11:30pm)
Here's a posting of interest - The Champian Fulton Quartet featuring Stephen Fulton (flugelhorn), Fukushi Tainaka (drums) and Hide Tanaka (bass) performs at the Atrium at Lincoln Center. This is a free event and open to the public. Seating is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. We're expecting to see some dancers showing up! Doors open at 7 PM.



The Salon
The Players Club 16 Gramercy Park S. (20th street by Park Ave)
Wednesday December 30, 2009
Join Prohibition Productions in celebrating on the day before New Year's Eve. Doors open at 8pm, so come early to have a chance at a free drink. DJ Rikomatic will be warming up the dance floor, plus Gelber & Manning begin at 8 pm, George Gee's Jump Jive and Wailers begins at 8:30 pm. info at thesalon.biz



THE HOLIDAY Swing Ball
Connolly’s Klub 45, 121 West 45 Street (between 6th Ave. & Broadway), 212-597-5126
Tuesday December 29
The most festive swing dance of the year! 7pm Swing Dance Lesson followed by Live Swing Bands: 8pm-9pm LIL CLIFF & THE CLIFFHANGERS (myspace.com/harpjumpin), 9:30pm-1am EIGHT TO THE BAR (www.eighttothebar.com), Plus DJ Paolo. Admission $25
Early Bird Advance Discount Tickets $15 available before Dec 1 smarttix.com or call 212-868-4444
P Lindy Paolo Posted Nov 17, 2009




Ron Sunshine at Swing 46
Swing 46 (349 West 46 Street, between 8th & 9th Aves)
Saturday December 26th, 2009
Ron Sunshine is featured on Sat Dec 26th. His 5-piece band features Jason Pharr, Tom Pietrycha, Craig Dreyer, and Ehud Asherie. Swing 46 features a great Big Band almost everynight of the week. The band starts at 9:30pm. Swing 46 is located at 349 W 46th Street on Restaurant Row in Manhattan. Swing 46 serves up live music, dinner and dancing every night of the week. Check them out all season long for some of the best big bands around. For reservations, please call 212-262-9554. swing46.com




Iguana Swings
Iguana 240 W. 54th St., West of Broadway
Sunday December 20, 2009 7-11:30pm
“alternative” swing event, “A Special Night of Swing” at Iguana! Eric Silvey and Carlos Cardona are the DJs, stretching their definitions of Swing Music for Lindy, Shag and West Coast Swing. Even if you don’t remember what sock hops were like, ask your Swing friends about our 40’s-60’s Swing Mix, then come join the Lindy Hoppin’, Shaggin’, and West Coastin’ fun! Iguana is at 240 W. 54th St., between Broadway and 8th Ave. (Enter the main door and proceed downstairs to The Lizard Lounge). Full Bar and food available. Entrance only $15 (includes coupon for free drink, two sodas, or $5 off any food). more info call Eric 212-486-9517 or http://www.nyswingdance.com
P Lindy Paolo Posted Dec 17, 2009

The Winter Ball
The Green Building 450 Union Street
Saturday Dec. 12th, 2009
Michael Arenella & His Hot Eight and The George Gee Swing Orchestra partner up to present December's hottest holiday dance event. At Brooklyn's most enchanting little speakeasy, the Green Building , a 19th-century warehouse nestled along the banks of the Gowanus Canal, in Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn. A most festive assortment of winter follies: Grace Gotham burlesque beauty, The Minsky Sisters world reknowned '20s tap duo, Special musical guest Drew Nugent
Cocktails served by expert mixologists.A tasty variety of sweet treats will be available if you're feeling peckish.
The Green Building is just a short walk from subway lines: F/G to Carroll Street, R to Union Street. Doors 8PM, Music 9PM $20.
P Lindy Paolo Posted Nov 12, 2009

Remixed Friday Holiday Dance Our Final Swing of 2009
Friday December 11, 2009 starts 9pm (NOTE: 18th date is no longer!)
29 West 36th NYC (2nd floor) NYC
Friday Dec 11th will be our Holiday Year End Celebration. We are featuring the band SLY BLUE, the new addition to the New Orleans style bands from NYC. Plus we'll feature some great DJ's along with a recap of some of our favorite dance performances.
9pm Dance Lesson “Move of the Month”, 9:30pm music starts with LIVE Music, 11pm featured dance performance, plus special prizes & give aways! swingremix.com
P Lindy Paolo Posted Dec 2, 2009



New York Swing Dance Society
Jean Baptiste Church 184 E 76th St at Lexington Ave NYC
Saturday Dec 5th band: Harlem Renaissance Orchestra
Join the New York Swing Dance Society at the beautiful St Jean the Baptiste Church on Lex and 76th. NYSDS is the longest running Social Swing Dance in NYC and the largest monthly dance in town. Dancing 8pm – midnight, dance class at 7:00pm General admission (includes all programs and dancing) $15, $11 for students. members and seniors. The New York Swing Dance Society (NYSDS) is a not-for-profit arts organization, entering its 25th year. http://www.nysds.org
Paolo Pasta Lanna Posted Nov 27, 2009



Blues Holiday Party
Friday, December 4, 2009 at 10:00pm - 3:30am
Dancesport, 4th Floor 22 West 34th Street New York, NY
Join us at Dancesport for our Holiday Party! It'll be our last blues party for the year. Details at jookjointshimmyblues.com
Paolo Pasta Lanna Posted Nov 27, 2009




Swing Remix Dance Party
Saturday November 21st 2009 (6:15pm - 1am)
JCC 334 Amsterdam Ave by 76th Street
This is our next event at the JCC in Manhattan for our popular Swing Remix Dance Extravaganza. Our featured band will be the Cangelosi Cards ,known for their traditional New Orleans style jazz. And just added - Our Pre-Dance workshop will be taught by Michael Jagger and Evita Arce along with performances by Nathan Bugh plus other special guests. Swing Remix Extravaganza is held at the JCC on the Upper West Side. 6:20pm Pre-Dance Workshop, 7:30 general admission. Free beginner dance lesson at 7:45pm. Live band at 8:30pm, Dance performances at 10:30pm. advance online: $13 for dance, $26 for both pre-dance workshop & dance combined. at door: $20 pre-dance workshop, $15 dance. Our workshops will have limited space, so sign up early!
ONLINE SPECIAL AVAILABLE NOW swingremix.com




Next Blues Party
Friday November 20, 2009
Gossip Bar 9th Ave between 49th & 50th Street
The next blues Party is Friday Night at Gossip Bar on Ninth Ave between 49th & 50th Streets! Get ready for another fun night. Your DJs will be Kevin Voss, LadyBlues (me!) and Jennifer Shortway. We'll be bringing it on, hard and strong! Admission is $12 but you can get in for $10 with a printout of coupon from jookjointshimmyblues.com

Swing Out Slam
Saturday November 14, 2009 instructor Paolo
Improve your Swing-Out while we cover connection and counter-balance techniques. We’ll compare and contrast the Hollywood style and Savoy style versions. Then for the final section, we’ll learn some great variations that will challenge you.
Dance Manhattan 39 West 19th St NYC 212-807-0802 Details at paoloswings.com
P Lindy Paolo Posted Nov 11, 2009



Swing Remix-ed
Fridays 9pm - 1am
November 13th at 29 West 36th (between 5th/6th Ave) 9pm
Friday Nov 13th will be our 2nd "Swing Re-mixed" located at 29 West 36th St, where we mix it up with a phenomenal lineup of DJ's along with performances from unique and inspirational dancers.
Our upcoming DJ's are Eve Polich, Jason Ganetsky, & Paolo!
9pm Dance Lesson “Move of the Month” will be taught by Swing Remix’s own Paolo Mondo Lanna 9:30pm music starts.
11pm featured dance performance, plus special prizes & give aways!
$15 admission. Stay tuned to SwingRemix.com for all the details!
Paolo Pasta Lanna Posted Nov 11, 2009



New York Swing Dance Society
Jean Baptiste Church 184 E 76th St at Lexington Ave NYC
Sunday Nov 8th band: THE 10pc. GEORGE GEE SWING ORCHESTRA featuring vocalists John Dokes & Hilary Gardner.
Note: this is a special Sunday edition to the NYSDS! 7pm dance lesson by Eva Carozza, Guest DJ with Ryan Swift
Join the New York Swing Dance Society at the beautiful St Jean the Baptiste Church on Lex and 76th. NYSDS is the longest running Social Swing Dance in NYC and the largest monthly dance in town. Dancing 8pm – midnight, dance class at 7:00pm General admission (includes all programs and dancing) $15, $11 for students. members and seniors. The New York Swing Dance Society (NYSDS) is a not-for-profit arts organization, entering its 25th year. http://www.nysds.org
Paolo Pasta Lanna Posted Nov 6, 2009




Swing, Soul & Blues Monster Mash
29 West 36th Street (between 5th/6th Ave) NYC
Saturday October 31 2009 10pm –3am
Swing Remix and JookJoint Shimmy Blues jointly presents
Champian Fulton and her Quartet for a night of costumed halloween fun on Saturday, October 31st! Join us at Manhattan Ballroom located at 29 West 36th Street. Get ready for a Monster Mash of swing, soul and blues music for your dancing delight......It will be fabulously freaky with creepy and spooky special effects that you won't want to miss. So let this Monster Mash dance be your end of the Halloween Parade destination! $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Early Bird Special of Just $16 is available NOW at http://swingremix.com and jookjointshimmyblues.com
Paolo Pasta Lanna Posted Oct 23, 2009



Ron Sunshine at Swing 46
Swing 46 (349 West 46 Street, between 8th & 9th Aves)
Saturday October 24th, 2009
Swing 46 features a great Big Band almost everynight of the week. The band starts at 9:30pm. Swing 46 is located at 349 W 46th Street on Restaurant Row in Manhattan. Swing 46 serves up live music, dinner and dancing every night of the week. Check them out all season long for some of the best big bands around. For reservations, please call 212-262-9554. Swing 46
P Lindy Paolo Posted Oct 23 2009



Friday Night Swing Remix-ed
Friday October 16, 2009 at 29 West 36th.
Oct 16th will be the premier of "Swing Re-mixed", where we mix it up with a phenomenal lineup of DJ's along with dance performances from one of your favorite dance teams along with some notable dance couples. Stay tuned to SwingRemix.com for all the details!
Paolo Pasta Lanna Posted Sept 11, 2009




Swing/Lindy Classes NEW
Mad Hatter Dance Studio 1000 Division Street Suite 2B, Peekskill NY
October 6th for 4 weeks.
Balboa Level 1 at 7pm Tuesdays in October 4 weeks
Swing/Lindy Level 2 at 8pm Tuesdays in October 4 weeks. Starts Oct 6th!
details see madhatterdance.com




AT THE HOP! music of the 1950's
Connolly's, 121 West 45 Street (between 6th Ave. & Broadway)
Saturday October 3 • 8pm
Lee informs us of a return of the 50's at Connolly's this coming Saturday Nigt. Free Dance Lesson sponsored by Dance Manhattan at 8pm followed by the band "Rock around the Clock" featuring Nick Palumbo (www.myspace.com/1950stribute band) plus DJ Paolo!
Happening at Connolly's, 121 West 45 Street (between 6th Ave. & Broadway), 212-597-5126
Take elevator to 3rd Floor party room. Admission: $15 lofientertainment.com



The Jazz Age Lawn Party
Governor's Island, NYC
Sunday Oct 4th, 2009 11:00 am to 5:00 pm (September 27 was postponed due to inclimate weather)
Michael Arenella continues with his Jazz Age Lawn Party and Festival on Governors Island Sunday September 27.
Under a shady grove of trees, in front of the historic officer’s quarters, this Great-Gatsby-inspired day will take you back in time to the sizzling 1920s. Live hot 1920s music performed by the full band, Authentic vintage swing dancers in genuine and period-inspired clothing, Charleston dance lessons (all levels welcome), 1920s motorcar exhibition. admission just $5. michaelarenella.com
Paolo Pasta Lanna Re - Posted Sept 28, 2009




New York Swing Dance Society
Jean Baptiste Church 184 E 76th St at Lexington Ave NYC
Saturday, Sept 19 Band: Ron Sunshine and Full Swing
Saturday, Oct 17 Band: Wycliffe Gordon
Join the New York Swing Dance Society at its beautiful new location: St Jean the Baptiste Church on Lex and 76th. NYSDS is the longest running Social Swing Dance in NYC and the largest monthly dance in town. Dancing 8pm – midnight, dance class at 7:00pm General admission (includes all programs and dancing) $15, $11 for students. members and seniors. The New York Swing Dance Society (NYSDS) is a not-for-profit arts organization, entering its 25th year. http://www.nysds.org
Paolo Pasta Lanna Posted Sept 11, 2009



The Jazz Age Lawn Party
Governor's Island, NYC
Sunday Oct 4th, 2009 11:00 am to 5:00 pm (September 27 was postponed due to inclimate weather)
Michael Arenella continues with his Jazz Age Lawn Party and Festival on Governors Island Sunday September 27.
Under a shady grove of trees, in front of the historic officer’s quarters, this Great-Gatsby-inspired day will take you back in time to the sizzling 1920s. Live hot 1920s music performed by the full band, Authentic vintage swing dancers in genuine and period-inspired clothing, Charleston dance lessons (all levels welcome), 1920s motorcar exhibition, Vintage clothing...... michaelarenella.com
Paolo Pasta Lanna Re - Posted Sept 28, 2009



Blues Dance
Saturday, Sept 12th
Playwright Celtic Pub 732 Eighth Avenue, 3rd flr party room
Hether invites you to "Lindy Blues Dancing"! Come on out on a Saturday night and dance with these Blues Fanatics! It's a DJ night and they are gonna mix it up with da blues baby! From lindy to blues JookJoint Shimmy style! Time: 9:30pm until late night but check their website for comfirmation. jookjointshimmyblues.com

See Past Events Here 2009

Lindy Hop, Balboa, Shag and Early Jazz Dance

Our mission at Savoy Central is to teach, demonstrate, and further develop social jazz dance in New York. These dances thrived in a society that permitted such freedoms of expression. Today, these dances still allow for creativity and innovation as they continue to evolve and grow. We hope you will join us as we embrace these dance forms. Disclaimer: This site does not claim to provide a complete listing of all social dance events in the area. It is edited by Paolo at his discretion. If you wish to have your event posted, please send an email to Swing@Savoycentral.com and someone will do their best to consider it.