CBS Sunday Morning: Timeless Allure Of Swing Dancing

I saw this great story on last weekend's CBS Sunday Morning about the continued interest in Swing Dancing.  The story featured Norma Miller, one of the original Whitey's Lindy Hoppers, who at 17 appeared in dance sequences from the Marx Brothers' A Day At The Races and other movies of the era.  Now 94, she continues to tour, spreading the joy of Swing Dance.  I have to admit this story made an old Swing DJ feel good. 

Sunrise Serenade: Down South Camp Meeting

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Down South Camp Meeting" by Fletcher Henderson and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line. 

October On TCM

It is time once again for the Hollywood Revue's monthly preview of programming on Turner Classic Movies.  Being October, there will be plenty of Halloween fare, including ghost stories every Thursday.  Janet Leigh will be the Star of the Month, with her films airing every Wednesday.  For fans of animation, October 6 will be a night to remember, as TCM will air 28 shorts from Windsor McCay, Bray Studios and Van Bueren Studios, all pioneers in 20th Century animation. 

Sunrise Serenade: Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy" by the Andrews Sisters.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.

Sunrise Serenade: Dr. Watson and Mr. Holmes

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Dr. Watson and Mr. Holmes" by the Spirits of Rhythm.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line. 

Sunrise Serenade: Clap Hands, Here Comes Charlie

Today's Sunrise Serenade was "Clap Hands, Here Comes Charlie" by Charlie Barnet and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line. 

Playlist For September 24, 2014

The playlist for the September 24, 2014 broadcast of the Swing Shift Shuffle has now been added to the playlist filing cabinet.  

Ice Bucket Challenge, 1940's Style

In the days before air conditioning, people in large urban areas took to their roofs to cool off, and maybe get a tan, as demonstrated by these young ladies circa 1940. With all the "ice bucket challenge" coverage in the media, this image, posted on Rivet Head, seemed timely.

Sunrise Serenade: Song Of The Volga Boatmen

This morning's Sunrise Serenade was "Song Of The Volga Boatmen" by Glenn Miller and His Orchestra.  Click on the song title to listen courtesy of Jazz On Line.

First Fall Hop

 

The Red Hot Lindy Hop lesson and session continues at the Rumba Room this Friday night.  Free beginner lesson at 7:00 p.m.  Free admission before 7:00 and $5 thereafter.  Lesson by Justin and Camille, with music by DJ Alexis.

Dress like you are going out!

Rumba Room

303 South Main

Memphis, TN 38103

The Tiger Rag lessons and guided practice sessions are in full swing at the Madison Dance Studio in Minglewood Plaza, 1555 Madison Ave Memphis, TN 38104.  Learn more and register here.