The Swing Shift Shuffle is a radio program of swing, big band, jazz, boogie woogie and other popular music from the 1930's and 40's that airs every Wednesday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. (US Central Time) on WEVL 89.9 FM in Memphis, Tennessee, with a live webcast at wevl.org. In addition to the radio show, this blog is dedicated to all aspects of the Swing Era, including art, automobiles, cartoons, comics, history, movies, music, news, science, technology, and anything else that happened during that time. It also includes announcements about events in the Memphis/Mid-South area related to the Swing Era, such as classic movies, concerts, dances, lectures, etc. If you see something that fits the description, send it to me at tim@wevl.org. If you would like more information about the radio show, just go to the Radio Show FAQ page.

Thursday, February 10, 2011

Norma Miller At The University Of Memphis

Many thanks to the Red Hot Lindy Hop for letting me know about Norma Miller at the University of Memphis, a daylong program on February 24, 2011, featuring legendary swing dancer Norma "Queen of Swing" Miller.  The day includes a panel discussion about swing dance, a screening of documentary films about dance in the swing era, a lindy hop dance lesson and live music - all free!  Follow the links for more information!
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