NOTICE This rating system has been updated to reflect the rising cost as well as some other factors based on some feedback. The gist of the change involves the weighting factors have been changed and both the value and dancability values have been given an upper limit of 10. The mean rating of dances is […]
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● Universal Ballroom Music by Dance – a list of lists of ballroom dance music categorized by dance type ● Bill’s Picks from U. Penn’s Music Collection – the best music from the University of Pennsylvania’s Ballroom Dance Society’s music collection. ● Quickstep music information and sources ● Ballroom & Swing Music Listing ● The […]
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Looking for a dress code guide? Gee, It’s getting rough on the dance floor these days, folks! Do you get annoyed coming down the fast outside lane, only to run into a knot of people standing and talking? Remember this when you are not dancing. Don’t loiter on the dance floor. The dance floor is […]
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Dancing is typically from 6-7, and longer on special occasions. The music can be provided by bands or DJ’s, and includes oldie and favorites. The room holds 175 people with room for dancing. Typically 40-50 people attend. We welcome more seniors, but anybody can come. For more information, contact Heather at 518-465-3325.
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Greg Nazarianís 14-member band will play a variety of selections that range from Waltzes to Jitterbugs, swing to Cha-Chas, Tangos, Rumbas, Sambas and Polkas featuring the cool sounds of Guy Lombardo, Tommy Dorsey, Lawrence Welk, and Cab Calloway with warm memories. Enjoy reminiscing of days gone by with delightful tunes to listen, tap, and dance […]
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Start in closed position. That means each partner’s right foot is pointing between the other partner’s feet. Each partner is facing the other partner’s right shoulder. Do not turn your bodies to face each other. Your bodies should be parallel to each other and slightly offset to the left of center. Beginners and novices should […]
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From: Date: Tue, 14 Mar 2006 07:22:23 EST Subject: comments and questions Will ballroom dancing competition be televised again? I am not talking about “Dancing with the Stars” which was an absolute joke and at times a disgrace to the grace of true ballroom dancing!! I miss it when Juliet Prowse was one of the […]
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Date: Tue, 17 Apr 2007 11:14:04 -0400 From: Subject: … Suggestions! Hi Ralph, I expect/hope this will become a well attended dance. It’s a big place – 75% the size of the Masonic Hall. And, at $12 with BYOB it really is a bargain dinner dance. At least the food is much better then the […]
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From: Subject: Re: what’s new at ballroomdances.org I cannot thank you enough for keeping us up to date re ballroom dancing. We are from PA / New Jersey where ballroom dancing is a social EVENT every weekend — Friday nite / Saturday nite / Sunday afternoon; also, Special Events throughout the year, such as a […]
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From: Date: Sat, 09 Mar 2002 13:41:53 EST Subject: More dancing Is it safe to assume that “ballroom dancing” is a generalized term for couple dancing? Also, [email protected] is a list for contra dances run by Rude Cider (a student org) – everyone of all ages is always invited. Contra dances from North Adam’s “The […]
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From: Date: Sat, 16 Feb 2002 11:23:11 EST Subject: ratings Hi guys, Great website! I have just one comment that I think is very important to us single women who love to dance. Maybe it should be factored in to the rating formula. As you know, some dances are known as dances which are frequented […]
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The mission of the Ballroom Dance Calendar is to let people know where they can go ballroom dancing in Western Massachusetts and the New York Capital District area and the close surrounding area.. In support of this mission we list area dances that are open to the general public. Policy Closed dance clubs which require membership […]
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This was cribbed from an email that said “This is a guideline and explanation of Dress Codes, taken from a recent USA Dance, Inc. Publication, which you may see posted on invitations and announcements to various Public and Private Special Events.” White Tie – The most formal category of dressing. For the Gentlemen it means […]
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Dancing is at the Hudson Valley Academy of Performing Arts. Admission includes snacks and non-alcoholic beverages. For more information, or call Debra Jo Hughes at 518-851-5501. “The floor is without a doubt the VERY BEST you’re ever likely to dance on. It’s a 1600 sq. ft. Bolo Floating dance floor sensitive to 5 lbs and […]
Read MoreThis event is part of Tom Trimarchi’s Quintessential Dance learn to dance program featuring an hour of beginner dance lessons followed by practice dancing at Flavours Restaurant (food and beverages available). Carefully selected and rated ballroom music is played on a state-of-the-art Bose professional system. Dress casual. Bring clean dry dancing shoes. For more information […]
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From: Date: Fri, 4 Jan 2008 19:04:23 +0000 Subject: shoes Shoes – if you are adapting Athletic shoes to Ballroom use by adding a suede sole – Skate board shoes are the business! Skateboard shoes generally have flat (no or little tread) sole, are very wide fitting for balance, have good support and have no […]
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disclaimer Eileen Spadaro 1020 Barrett Street Schenectady NY 518-869-7086 day date time dance level minutes price Monday ongoing 19:30 ballroom Beginner 90 $15 Review previous week, covers one or two steps in one or two dances each session. Walk-in’s welcome. No partner needed. Tuesday ongoing 19:30 ballroom Intermediate I 90 $15 Review previous week, […]
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disclaimer day date time dance level instructor or studio minutes price Monday September 15 19:00 Ballroom Smooth beginner Chris Hookie 90 $25 person Smooth Dances Learn the basics and roots of American social dancing in an enjoyable and relaxed atmosphere. Smooth dances include the Westchester Foxtrot, Magic Step Foxtrot, Viennese and Slow Waltz, and Traditional […]
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disclaimer instructors Barbara Roan and Danny Michaelson day dates time type level time price city state address Wednesday January 7 – April 4 19:00 ballroom beginner 75 $10 per person per class Bennington VT 500 Jennings Drive Barbara & Danny announce their 5 week winter ballroom dance lessons. Swing, Latin, foxtrot, tango, waltz. Greenwall auditorium […]
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Dancing is at the Masonic Lodge to live music by Champagne Jam This is a regal grand ballroom. Enjoy the finest ballroom in Berkshire county in style. The Masonic Temple Ballroom is a very large, 64 by 57, 1900’s Ballroom in excellent condition – even the Ball and lights still work. It is beautiful. It’s […]
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disclaimer Dan DeBenedetto 518-869-0611 day date time dance level minutes price city state address Thursday In progress 19:00 International Foxtrot pre-bronze moves with advanced technique 90 $15.00 Latham NY 13 Sunset Drive Open to couple (and singles with the instructor’s permission). Focus on one particular dance for several weeks. This allows for a measure of […]
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disclaimer Also, the “register” and “details” links are maintained by the respective schools. Learntadance 518-766-4027 Day Starting time Genre level cost city st address Monday February 23 19:00 ballroom beginner 60 8 weeks for $50 Averill Park NY 24 Meeler Road Monday February 23 20:00 Latin & Swing beginner 60 8 weeks for $50 […]
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This page was updated by Ralph Kenyon on 2008/11/22 at 18:07 and has been accessed 18611 times at 91 hits per month. ● The Tango Pulse Calendar – Argentine Tango site maintained by Jackie Wong ● Albany Tango Society – Argentine Tango site maintained by Kevin MaGee listing Argentine Tango activities in the NY Capital […]
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Come to the PS/21 Performing Arts Center for the Friday Swing dance series. As always at PS/21, the emphasis is as much on the music as it is on the dancing. The music is always live, the styles are variable, and the ambiance is second to none. If you value world-class live music, and if […]
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Join the Keene Jazz Orchestra for a great evening of big band music to dance to and help you forget all the bad things about Friday the 13th. Vocalist Pati Cloutier from “The Nines” & Steve Pro from “Tom Foolery Band” will sing some jazz standards to go along with the swingin’ groove of the […]
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To add or correct entries on this page, . The group lesson calendar is here. Ralph Kenyon in Williamstown MA – Ballroom Essentials – Technique and style in Ballroom Smooth, Latin, & Swing Dan DeBenedetto in Colonie NY – DDB School of Dance Advanced ongoing workshop Eileen Spadaro in Schenectady NY – Eileen’s Dance Studio […]
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At the Masonic Temple to DJ Music. The dance will normally be held on the third Saturday. Admission includes a lesson from 7:00 to 7:45. Dancers of all levels and students with ID welcome. Admission includes free coffee, tea, and refreshments. Additional beverages are available for purchase. Attire is smart casual. The Masonic Temple Ballroom […]
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Dancing is at Dan DeBenedetto’s new studio Ballroom on Sunset from 8:00 to 10:30 to ballroom, swing, and Latin music. There will be a group lesson from 7:15 to 8:00 included in the price of admission. The level of the lesson is tailored to those attending. Admission is for those who stay for the dancing. […]
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This dance is open to the general public, including married and singles. CD music is played by DJ Bob Englert (Rockin Roberts). The dance is frequented by regular ballroom dance singles and couples from students to experts. You don’t need to bring a partner, as there are always enough singles and partners willing to share […]
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Eileen Spadaro Director of Eileen’s Dance Studio Offering Private and Group Lessons in Latin, Social, and Ballroom Dance Featuring the following dances Fox-Trot Waltz Quickstep Swing Viennese Waltz Hustle Polka Bolero Rumba Cha-Cha Merengue Samba Mambo Tango Paso Doble And more All Levels of Dance Instruction Available Ballroom Studio Dances Studio located in Schenectady, NY […]
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disclaimer Looking for place that has awesome floors to dance on, a great covered outdoor patio, and with beats that make you crave more? Look no further. Pinto and Hobbs in Albany heats up with Albany’s newest Latin night sensation. . This venue features mainly salsa, merengue, and bachata music all night. Never danced before? […]
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Join us for Latin and Ballroom dancing to DJ music at the Southern Saratoga YMCA. The facility has a great hardwood floor. Please bring dancing shoes. Take the Northway (I-87) to exit 9. Go west on Route 146 to the first light, and turn left (south) on Clifton Country Road. Turn right on Wall Street […]
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NeoTangoZone Milonga with alternative music 30% and traditional music 70% hosted by Jackie Wong, Paul Marshall, & Daniel Trenner. This dance is preceded by a lesson. Where: Florence Civic Center, next to the Lilly Library Parking: When you are on route 9 driving away from North Hampton, you drive pass the main intersection in Florence, […]
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This is a very nice dance in a dance studio with a hardwood floor and mirrors. Eileen plays CD music for all styles of ballroom dance. Dancing is until 11:30. This dance is frequented by regular ballroom dance singles and couples from students to experts. You don’t need to bring a partner, as there are […]
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The dancing, all but the first Friday, will be mixed with a lot of Latin. What it actually means is that there will most likely be at least two Fridays a month that are Latin; the last Salsa Friday. Sorry to be so confusing. I wanted all Latin Fridays, but students wanted something more mixed. […]
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Dancing is at the Crooked Lake House from 8:00 to 10:30 to ballroom, swing, and Latin music. There will be a completely free group lesson from 7:15 to 8:00. The level of the lesson is tailored to those attending. Admission is for those who stay for the dancing. There are also door prizes consisting of […]
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From the North: Follow Route 7 south to Williamstown. Look for the Cozy Corner Restaurant and motel on the left. Turn left onto Sand Springs Road. At about 2 tenths of a mile Sand Spring Road turns slightly left while the main roadway becomes Bridges Road. Bear slightly left (not a sharp left), staying on […]
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Dancing is at the St. Stanislaus club . You don’t have to be a widow or widower to come to the dance. A friendly group of regulars welcomes all interested dancers. Singles and couples are welcome and encouraged. The evening festivities include a grand march mixer. Music is usually provided (Richie) Mitnick, (Joe) Campisi, or […]
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This event is part of Tom Trimarchi’s Quintessential Dance learn to dance program featuring an hour of beginner dance lessons followed by practice dancing. Carefully selected and rated ballroom music is played on a state-of-the-art Bose professional system. Dress casual. Bring clean dry dancing shoes. For more information Tom Trimarchi or call him at 413-822-1600.
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Dancing is until 11:30 to live music. Coffee and Danish are served during a break. A bar is available for alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. “The floor is humongous. You won’t find another as large around.” Sorry, but this dance is open to couples only. The dance is every Saturday unless the hall is rented . […]
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day times city state click for map sponsor price Saturday 8:30-12:00 Northampton MA 492 Pleasant Street Dance Northampton $5 May 2May 9May 16 May 23 disclaimer Dance to a mixture of ballroom, Latin, swing, country, hustle, and tango music – and requests. This dance is preceded by regular studio lessons. Join us with or without […]
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disclaimer instructor phone email Bob Englert 518-782-0608 day date time dance level minutes price city state address Wednesday ongoing 18:45 ballroom open 60 $10 Cohoes NY 1 Pulaski Avenue These lessons will be followed by the Wednesday dance. The price includes the lesson and the dance. day date time dance level minutes price city […]
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The dance is at the Ukrainian American Citizen’s Club, which features a very large absolutely beautiful wood floor easy to move on. This dance hall has a great atmosphere, is tastefully decorated, and is very neat and clean. A cash bar, now with a bar menu, is available on the premises. The facility is air-conditioned […]
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Continuing Swing/Foxtrot combination to Big Bands. $12 for drop-ins. Third week of four. Some experience is necessary. Starting September 16 begins a 4-week Waltz series for beginners and intermediate dancers. Learn to lead and/or follow to the dance that started it all and work on technique and new steps. $40/series; $12 for drop-ins. First week […]
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