The Lindy Hop is a rhythmical, partnered jazz dance created by dancers inspired by musicians who were inspired by dancers who inspired other dancers in the ballrooms of Harlem from 1927 starting with the breakaway through to the invention of rock and roll in the 1950s and early 1960s. The dance has a traditional lead and follow structure, but has an endless number of amalgamations and individual stylings. The Lindy Hop can be danced to all kind of tempi, offers both closed and open patterns, solo steps, and an occasional air step. Musicality plays a key element of the dance which allows it to adapt between musical styles.
The American Lindy Hop Championships, now in its 22nd year, is a dance event unlike any other. This year's event offers classes, workshops, dance intensives, performances, dance contests and live music dance socials.
Friday, November 8 will have live music. The Harlem Blues and Jazz Band are featured along with DJed dance music. Saturday, November 9 will have live music played by Ron Sunshine and his Orchestra with DJed dance music. Sunday, November 10 features the finals of a number of dance contests along with DJed dance music.
