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This Week in Swing – October 2020

Eileen O'Donnell

 

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 QUARANTINE VIDEO OF THE MONTH

Big South Swing

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Times are tough for our friends who are musicians, dance teachers, studio owners, event promoters.  Here are ways you can help support them, if you are able:

Regular weekly NYC Swing Dancing events not included in the calendar below:

    October

    Thursday, October 29

    Louis Armstrong Eternity Band

    Live band with Swing dancing outdoors, kids welcome
    Riverside Park in Manhattan at West 84th Street
    Donations Welcome
    4-6pm

    Saturday, October 31

    IMPROMPTU SWING: HALLOWEEN!

    Bethesda Terrace in Central Park across 72nd Street

    There is a large open air space with plenty of room for dancing on smoother terracotta tiles with vaulted ceilings.
    We have procured a large Bluetooth speaker
    Spencer Weisbond, DJ
    We hope dancing couples and solo dancers will venture out to dance near us.

    If you’d like to join us, this is what we ask of you:
    •You will bring your own person to dance with; no switching partners*
    •You will wear a mask
    •Please observe social distancing We hope that people make responsible decisions in who they choose to be near, and we are not trying to create a situation that would put anyone in danger.
    Rain Or Shine! Bathrooms are open till 7:45!
    *Your dance partner should be someone you live with or someone you socialize with inside your home/someone you are ALREADY in close contact with.
    This is a free event!
    Spencer has procured a large battery and Bluetooth speaker at his own expense.
    For the purposes of recouping my expenses I am going to list my payment information for donations
    Venmo: @spencerweisbond
    PayPal: https://www.paypal.me/SpencerWeisbond

    Saturday, October 31 & Sunday, November 1

    Louis Armstrong Eternity Band

    Live band with Swing dancing outdoors, kids welcome
    Riverside Park in Manhattan at West 84th Street
    Donations Welcome
    Saturdays (2pm – 4pm), and Sundays (2pm – 4pm)

    Saturday, October 31

    $1.25 Quartet

    This Saturday, October 31st – the Buck And A Quarter Quartet is back, busking in Washington Square Park, 11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., playing two physically distanced sets of vintage pop with John Landry, viola; Dan Levinson and John Bianchi, clarinets and c-melody saxes; Arnt Arntzen, banjo; Mike Weatherly, string bass; and Ben Mealer, ukulele. Drop by the west side of the park, say “Hi!,” dance, sing-along, and bring a few bucks for the pumpkin – and remember, costumes are not required, but masks ARE!

      November


        Sunday, November 1

        Outdoor Class

        This Sunday at 10:30AM we will have a two-part class. First, (Tawni Lawford or Jamie Shannon) will teach a 30 minute beginner level solo jazz class.
        Tawni will lead a basic warm up, and then a short routine. No experience, or talent required.
        Second class to follow.
        Spencer Weisbond will teach 45 minute Advanced beginner swing/Lindy Hop. Level 2/3
        Brush up your basic swing, and push it to the next level with basic Lindy hop 8 count patterns and styling.
        Beginner friendly! (Some experience helpful)
        BRING YOUR OWN PARTNER.
        NO PARTNER ROTATION.
        MASKS REQUIRED
        Southside entrance to the Museum of Natural History.
        The Museum Of Natural History entrance @ 77th St.
        Directions: 77th Street between Columbus Avenue and Central Park West. The entrance to the museum is closed off and there is a little cul-de-sac where we will have our class in the shade.
        This is a donation based class
        Suggested $10-20 for both.
        Stone tile floor
        20 person maximum

        Sunday, November 1

        Eyal Vilner Big Band

        2:30-5:30pm, weather permitting
        Washington Square Park
        Swing by (safely) if you’re around!
        Eyal Vilner Big Band featuring:
        Nick Marchione, Alex Norris, Dan Blankenship, Bruce Harris – trumpets
        Mariel Bildsten, Corey Wilcox, Gina Benalcázar López – trombones
        Eyal Vilner, Chris McBride, Michael Hashim, Dan Pearson, Eden Bareket – saxophones
        Josh Dunn – guitar
        Ian Hutchison – bass
        Jay Sawyer – drums

        Friday, November 6

        Band Camp First Fridays

        Every First Friday for the rest of the year, Bandcamp is waiving all fees and giving all proceeds from music sold directly to the artists. Many of our favorite artists have music on BandCamp and have lost practically all their income for the forseeable future. If you have the means and want to support our musicians in the swing scene, please go to Band Camp and check it out. A sample of music available can be found here.

        Friday, November 6 – Sunday, November 8

        Harlem Roots & Rhythm Dance Fest: Celebrating Lindy Hop and Harlem’s Harvest Moon Ball Champs!

        More details coming – Stay tuned! Featuring Harvest Moon Ball Champs and Winners from the 50’s to the 80’s! Representing the Savoy Ballroom and the Savoy Manor
        Dance Cousin Dance Contest! Exclusive talks, Live streamed features; DJ’d Dance Parties, Film Festival and more!
        NOTE: There will be a suggested donation for select features of this Fest
        FB event invite

        Saturday, November 7

        THE SALON: QUARANTINE SPEAKEASY

        Our new & improved All-Star variety show featuring some of our favorite performers from around the world streaming live from New York City into your own quarantine speakeasy!
        DONATIONS
        * $5-10 min. suggested donation (split amongst all performers)
        * PayPal direct link https://paypal.me/ProhibitionProd or to “info@prohibitionproductions.com”
        * Venmo to “@Patrick-Soluri” or Zelle to “patrick@soluri.com”
        THE SKINNY
        Our goal during this unprecedented time is to help bring people together from all over the world who share common interests; and provide musicians & performers the opportunity to share their craft with like minded people passionate about music & dance. The QUARANTINE SPEAKEASY now live streams every other Saturday from NYC averaging hundreds of views from over a dozen countries and half the US states.
        instigated by Prohibition Productions / Patrick Soluri in NYC.

        Sunday, November 8

        The Songbook Sessions w/ the Glenn Crytzer Quartet (Livestream)

        2:30-4:30pm Join the Glenn Crytzer Quartet – Mike Davis, Ricky Alexander, Ian Hutchinson and Glenn Crytzer for a new live-streaming series where we’ll be exploring the American Songbook. Each week when you tune in we’ll be swinging our way through songs that were composed in a different year. We’ll begin our first week with songs from 1920!
        After the performance, Glenn will host a group video chat where folks can join in and we can talk about the songs, music history, the weather, whatever you all are feeling. we hope this will help to replace some of the community element that we’re all missing from our in-person performances!
        We will be professionally recording every one of these sessions and releasing each one as an album EXCLUSIVELY to patrons of this series! We need your support to make this series happen, so head over to our website to learn more about becoming a patron:
        www.glenncrytzer.com/livestream
        The streams are free to watch there’s no cover charge for them however we encourage people to tip obviously, also we’re offering a subscription option and we hope people will do it. If people subscribe to support the band in these streams every week for the winter, they will get a copy of a CD quality digital album that we’re releasing every week of the songs from the live stream. It’s mixed and edited and recorded direct to computer as opposed to a recording of a broadcast which is always lower quality because it’s streaming out over the net
        These albums won’t be for sale anywhere else they won’t be on Spotify they’re just a special gift for people who subscribe to tip the band every week period info on that is at glenncrytzer.com/livestream

        Sunday, November 15

        The Songbook Sessions w/ the Glenn Crytzer Quartet (Livestream)

        2:30-4:30pm Join the Glenn Crytzer Quartet – Mike Davis, Ricky Alexander, Ian Hutchinson and Glenn Crytzer for a new live-streaming series where we’ll be exploring the American Songbook. Each week when you tune in we’ll be swinging our way through songs that were composed in a different year. We’ll begin our first week with songs from 1920!
        After the performance, Glenn will host a group video chat where folks can join in and we can talk about the songs, music history, the weather, whatever you all are feeling. we hope this will help to replace some of the community element that we’re all missing from our in-person performances!
        We will be professionally recording every one of these sessions and releasing each one as an album EXCLUSIVELY to patrons of this series! We need your support to make this series happen, so head over to our website to learn more about becoming a patron:
        www.glenncrytzer.com/livestream
        The streams are free to watch there’s no cover charge for them however we encourage people to tip obviously, also we’re offering a subscription option and we hope people will do it. If people subscribe to support the band in these streams every week for the winter, they will get a copy of a CD quality digital album that we’re releasing every week of the songs from the live stream. It’s mixed and edited and recorded direct to computer as opposed to a recording of a broadcast which is always lower quality because it’s streaming out over the net
        These albums won’t be for sale anywhere else they won’t be on Spotify they’re just a special gift for people who subscribe to tip the band every week period info on that is at glenncrytzer.com/livestream

        Saturday, November 21

        THE SALON: QUARANTINE SPEAKEASY

        Our new & improved All-Star variety show featuring some of our favorite performers from around the world streaming live from New York City into your own quarantine speakeasy!
        DONATIONS
        * $5-10 min. suggested donation (split amongst all performers)
        * PayPal direct link https://paypal.me/ProhibitionProd or to “info@prohibitionproductions.com”
        * Venmo to “@Patrick-Soluri” or Zelle to “patrick@soluri.com”
        THE SKINNY
        Our goal during this unprecedented time is to help bring people together from all over the world who share common interests; and provide musicians & performers the opportunity to share their craft with like minded people passionate about music & dance. The QUARANTINE SPEAKEASY now live streams every other Saturday from NYC averaging hundreds of views from over a dozen countries and half the US states.
        instigated by Prohibition Productions / Patrick Soluri in NYC.

        November 27-29

        Virtual ILHC

        So Virtual ILHC will take place online November 27-29, 2020! This year will feature 3 days of stellar competitions, our juniors program and juniors competition, top-level instruction, thought provoking LEDs, and fun dance parties.
        Our mission is to respect and honor the spirit of Lindy Hop by hosting an international competition weekend which is organized, performed, and judged at the highest levels possible and inclusive of all nations wishing to participate. With collaboration by Lindy Hop experts, we are coordinating an exciting online experience to showcase our Lindy Hop dance to the world. See our competition details.
        YOUR support of the event helps to fuel our mission. ILHC has already incurred expenses related to what would have been the in-person event as well as other yearly costs. You can support by joining in on the fun. Also, because of the financial hard times some of our Lindy Family is facing, we have donation opportunities to give passes to others that may need help to attend.
        Our ILHC team will be reaching out directly to our currently registered attendees with information about providing refunds, transfers to Virtual ILHC, or converting part or all of paid registration fees as a charitable gift.
        We look forward to bringing you Virtual ILHC 2020 as a reimagined event that brings dancers, competitors, friends and family together in a showcase that celebrates the global Lindy Hop Community!
        www.ilhc.com

          December

          Friday, December 4

          Band Camp First Fridays

          Every First Friday for the rest of the year, Bandcamp is waiving all fees and giving all proceeds from music sold directly to the artists. Many of our favorite artists have music on BandCamp and have lost practically all their income for the forseeable future. If you have the means and want to support our musicians in the swing scene, please go to Band Camp and check it out. A sample of music available can be found here.

          Saturday, December 5

          QUARANTINE SPEAKEASY: Repeal Day

          Our new & improved All-Star variety show featuring some of our favorite performers from around the world streaming live from New York City into your own quarantine speakeasy!
          DONATIONS
          * $5-10 min. suggested donation (split amongst all performers)
          * PayPal direct link https://paypal.me/ProhibitionProd or to “info@prohibitionproductions.com”
          * Venmo to “@Patrick-Soluri” or Zelle to “patrick@soluri.com”
          THE SKINNY
          Our goal during this unprecedented time is to help bring people together from all over the world who share common interests; and provide musicians & performers the opportunity to share their craft with like minded people passionate about music & dance. The QUARANTINE SPEAKEASY now live streams every other Saturday from NYC averaging hundreds of views from over a dozen countries and half the US states.
          instigated by Prohibition Productions / Patrick Soluri in NYC.

          This Week in Swing – September 2020

          Eileen O'Donnell

           

          ______

           QUARANTINE VIDEO OF THE MONTH

          THE HOT TODDIES JAZZ BAND: Don’t Fence Me In – Featuring Gordon Webster and Queen Esther

           

          ANNOUNCEMENTS:

          Times are tough for our friends who are musicians, dance teachers, studio owners, event promoters.  Here are ways you can help support them, if you are able:

          Keep scrolling for what’s happening online…. This Week in Swing NYC.

          Regular weekly NYC Swing Dancing events not included in the calendar below:

          September

          Monday, September 28

          The Sound of Surprise: 4 Great Jazz Albums to Introduce Someone to Jazz 2
          It has been over 100 years since the first jazz recordings were made, and now the number of jazz recordings is in the tens of thousands. Many people still want to know which album is the best one to turn someone onto jazz. We’ll continue this series with Duke Ellington’s Live at Newport 1956 and see what makes it tick.
          FB Event Invite

            October

            Friday, October 2

            Impromptu Swing

            We will meet for 90 minutes (or until I get arrested) at the beautiful front entrance of the Museum of natural history on Central Park West overlooking the park
            There is a large open air space with plenty of room for dancing on smooth stone. We have procured a large bluetooth speaker
            We hope dancing couples and solo dancers will venture out to dance near us. If you’d like to join us, this is what we ask of you:
            •You will bring your own person to dance with; no switching partners*
            •You will wear a mask
            •Please observe social distancing
            This is an impromptu event, not connected with anyone. We are trying to make responsible baby steps back to an activity that we love. We hope that people make responsible decisions in who they choose to be near, and we are not trying to create a situation that would put anyone in danger.
            That said, let’s dance.
            PS if you would like to DJ please reach out to me on Spencer Weisbond
            630pm-8pm
            The Museum of Natural History is on Central Park West at about 78th St. This is on Central Park West overlooking Central Park
            *Your dance partner should be someone you live with or someone you socialize with inside your home
            someone you are ALREADY in close contact with
            NO BATHROOMS!

            Sunday, October 4

            Outdoor Class

            This Sunday at 10:30AM we will have a two-part class. First, (Tawni Lawford or Jamie Shannon) will teach a 30 minute beginner level solo jazz class.
            Tawni will lead a basic warm up, and then a short routine. No experience, or talent required.
            Second class to follow.
            Spencer Weisbond will teach 45 minute Advanced beginner swing/Lindy Hop. Level 2/3
            Brush up your basic swing, and push it to the next level with basic Lindy hop 8 count patterns and styling.
            Beginner friendly! (Some experience helpful)
            BRING YOUR OWN PARTNER.
            NO PARTNER ROTATION.
            MASKS REQUIRED
            Southside entrance to the Museum of Natural History.
            The Museum Of Natural History entrance @ 77th St.
            Directions: 77th Street between Columbus Avenue and Central Park West. The entrance to the museum is closed off and there is a little cul-de-sac where we will have our class in the shade.
            This is a donation based class
            Suggested $10-20 for both.
            Stone tile floor
            20 person maximum

            Sunday, October 4

            Eyal Vilner Big Band

            2:30-5:30pm, weather permitting
            Washington Square Park
            Swing by (safely) if you’re around!
            Eyal Vilner Big Band featuring:
            Nick Marchione, Alex Norris, Dan Blankenship, Bruce Harris – trumpets
            Mariel Bildsten, Corey Wilcox, Gina Benalcázar López – trombones
            Eyal Vilner, Chris McBride, Michael Hashim, Dan Pearson, Eden Bareket – saxophones
            Josh Dunn – guitar
            Ian Hutchison – bass
            Jay Sawyer – drums

            Friday, October 9

            Impromptu Swing

            We will meet for 90 minutes (or until I get arrested) at the beautiful front entrance of the Museum of natural history on Central Park West overlooking the park
            There is a large open air space with plenty of room for dancing on smooth stone. We have procured a large bluetooth speaker
            We hope dancing couples and solo dancers will venture out to dance near us. If you’d like to join us, this is what we ask of you:
            •You will bring your own person to dance with; no switching partners*
            •You will wear a mask
            •Please observe social distancing
            This is an impromptu event, not connected with anyone. We are trying to make responsible baby steps back to an activity that we love. We hope that people make responsible decisions in who they choose to be near, and we are not trying to create a situation that would put anyone in danger.
            That said, let’s dance.
            PS if you would like to DJ please reach out to me on Spencer Weisbond
            630pm-8pm
            The Museum of Natural History is on Central Park West at about 78th St. This is on Central Park West overlooking Central Park
            *Your dance partner should be someone you live with or someone you socialize with inside your home
            someone you are ALREADY in close contact with
            NO BATHROOMS!

            Saturday, October 10

            THE SALON: QUARANTINE SPEAKEASY

            Our new & improved All-Star variety show featuring some of our favorite performers from around the world streaming live from New York City into your own quarantine speakeasy!
            DONATIONS
            * $5-10 min. suggested donation (split amongst all performers)
            * PayPal direct link https://paypal.me/ProhibitionProd or to “info@prohibitionproductions.com”
            * Venmo to “@Patrick-Soluri” or Zelle to “patrick@soluri.com”
            THE SKINNY
            Our goal during this unprecedented time is to help bring people together from all over the world who share common interests; and provide musicians & performers the opportunity to share their craft with like minded people passionate about music & dance. The QUARANTINE SPEAKEASY now live streams every other Saturday from NYC averaging hundreds of views from over a dozen countries and half the US states.
            instigated by Prohibition Productions / Patrick Soluri in NYC.

            Sunday, October 11

            Outdoor Class

            This Sunday at 10:30AM we will have a two-part class. First, (Tawni Lawford or Jamie Shannon) will teach a 30 minute beginner level solo jazz class.
            Tawni will lead a basic warm up, and then a short routine. No experience, or talent required.
            Second class to follow.
            Spencer Weisbond will teach 45 minute Advanced beginner swing/Lindy Hop. Level 2/3
            Brush up your basic swing, and push it to the next level with basic Lindy hop 8 count patterns and styling.
            Beginner friendly! (Some experience helpful)
            BRING YOUR OWN PARTNER.
            NO PARTNER ROTATION.
            MASKS REQUIRED
            Southside entrance to the Museum of Natural History.
            The Museum Of Natural History entrance @ 77th St.
            Directions: 77th Street between Columbus Avenue and Central Park West. The entrance to the museum is closed off and there is a little cul-de-sac where we will have our class in the shade.
            This is a donation based class
            Suggested $10-20 for both.
            Stone tile floor
            20 person maximum

            Sunday, October 11

            Eyal Vilner Big Band

            2:30-5:30pm, weather permitting
            Washington Square Park
            Swing by (safely) if you’re around!
            Eyal Vilner Big Band featuring:
            Nick Marchione, Alex Norris, Dan Blankenship, Bruce Harris – trumpets
            Mariel Bildsten, Corey Wilcox, Gina Benalcázar López – trombones
            Eyal Vilner, Chris McBride, Michael Hashim, Dan Pearson, Eden Bareket – saxophones
            Josh Dunn – guitar
            Ian Hutchison – bass
            Jay Sawyer – drums

            Friday, October 16

            Impromptu Swing

            We will meet for 90 minutes (or until I get arrested) at the beautiful front entrance of the Museum of natural history on Central Park West overlooking the park
            There is a large open air space with plenty of room for dancing on smooth stone. We have procured a large bluetooth speaker
            We hope dancing couples and solo dancers will venture out to dance near us. If you’d like to join us, this is what we ask of you:
            •You will bring your own person to dance with; no switching partners*
            •You will wear a mask
            •Please observe social distancing
            This is an impromptu event, not connected with anyone. We are trying to make responsible baby steps back to an activity that we love. We hope that people make responsible decisions in who they choose to be near, and we are not trying to create a situation that would put anyone in danger.
            That said, let’s dance.
            PS if you would like to DJ please reach out to me on Spencer Weisbond
            630pm-8pm
            The Museum of Natural History is on Central Park West at about 78th St. This is on Central Park West overlooking Central Park
            *Your dance partner should be someone you live with or someone you socialize with inside your home
            someone you are ALREADY in close contact with
            NO BATHROOMS!

            Sunday, October 18

            Outdoor Class

            This Sunday at 10:30AM we will have a two-part class. First, (Tawni Lawford or Jamie Shannon) will teach a 30 minute beginner level solo jazz class.
            Tawni will lead a basic warm up, and then a short routine. No experience, or talent required.
            Second class to follow.
            Spencer Weisbond will teach 45 minute Advanced beginner swing/Lindy Hop. Level 2/3
            Brush up your basic swing, and push it to the next level with basic Lindy hop 8 count patterns and styling.
            Beginner friendly! (Some experience helpful)
            BRING YOUR OWN PARTNER.
            NO PARTNER ROTATION.
            MASKS REQUIRED
            Southside entrance to the Museum of Natural History.
            The Museum Of Natural History entrance @ 77th St.
            Directions: 77th Street between Columbus Avenue and Central Park West. The entrance to the museum is closed off and there is a little cul-de-sac where we will have our class in the shade.
            This is a donation based class
            Suggested $10-20 for both.
            Stone tile floor
            20 person maximum

            Sunday, October 18

            Eyal Vilner Big Band

            2:30-5:30pm, weather permitting
            Washington Square Park
            Swing by (safely) if you’re around!
            Eyal Vilner Big Band featuring:
            Nick Marchione, Alex Norris, Dan Blankenship, Bruce Harris – trumpets
            Mariel Bildsten, Corey Wilcox, Gina Benalcázar López – trombones
            Eyal Vilner, Chris McBride, Michael Hashim, Dan Pearson, Eden Bareket – saxophones
            Josh Dunn – guitar
            Ian Hutchison – bass
            Jay Sawyer – drums

            Friday, October 23 – Sunday, October 25

            2020 American Lindy Hop Championships

            The 2020 American Lindy Hop Championships will be broadcast beginning October 23, 8pm ET to 8pm on October 25, 2020. During that time we’ll offer a jam packed weekend of dance classes, the ALHC Sounds Film Fest, dance contests, live and DJed music, features, special performances, tributes and a telethon to raise money toward our 25th anniversary celebration in Harlem.
            In addition, we are proud to announce that our profits will, also, benefit the American Cancer Society during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
            No entry fees this year, but there is a nominal video submission registration fee. Registration for contests and the ALHC Sounds Film Fest opens September 1, 2020.
            For only $49.99 attendees will see the entire weekend of events that includes classes, the Film Fest, contests, performances, vintage films and ALHC archival footage. You’ll, also have the option of buying classes outside of PPV for $6.99 each.
            It’s a weekend not to be missed. For more info use one of the following links: Staff – https://artspectrum.org/staff.htm
            Contests – https://artspectrum/org/contest_info.htm
            Enter – https://alhc.slideroom.com/#/permalink/program/57003
            Film Fest – https://artspectrum.org/filmfest.htm
            Enter – https://alhc.slideroom.com/#/permalink/program/57004
            https://www.facebook.com/events/750793449086694/?active_tab=about

            Saturday, October 24

            THE SALON: QUARANTINE SPEAKEASY

            Our new & improved All-Star variety show featuring some of our favorite performers from around the world streaming live from New York City into your own quarantine speakeasy!
            DONATIONS
            * $5-10 min. suggested donation (split amongst all performers)
            * PayPal direct link https://paypal.me/ProhibitionProd or to “info@prohibitionproductions.com”
            * Venmo to “@Patrick-Soluri” or Zelle to “patrick@soluri.com”
            THE SKINNY
            Our goal during this unprecedented time is to help bring people together from all over the world who share common interests; and provide musicians & performers the opportunity to share their craft with like minded people passionate about music & dance. The QUARANTINE SPEAKEASY now live streams every other Saturday from NYC averaging hundreds of views from over a dozen countries and half the US states.
            instigated by Prohibition Productions / Patrick Soluri in NYC.

            Sunday, October 25

            Outdoor Class

            This Sunday at 10:30AM we will have a two-part class. First, (Tawni Lawford or Jamie Shannon) will teach a 30 minute beginner level solo jazz class.
            Tawni will lead a basic warm up, and then a short routine. No experience, or talent required.
            Second class to follow.
            Spencer Weisbond will teach 45 minute Advanced beginner swing/Lindy Hop. Level 2/3
            Brush up your basic swing, and push it to the next level with basic Lindy hop 8 count patterns and styling.
            Beginner friendly! (Some experience helpful)
            BRING YOUR OWN PARTNER.
            NO PARTNER ROTATION.
            MASKS REQUIRED
            Southside entrance to the Museum of Natural History.
            The Museum Of Natural History entrance @ 77th St.
            Directions: 77th Street between Columbus Avenue and Central Park West. The entrance to the museum is closed off and there is a little cul-de-sac where we will have our class in the shade.
            This is a donation based class
            Suggested $10-20 for both.
            Stone tile floor
            20 person maximum

            Sunday, October 25

            Eyal Vilner Big Band

            2:30-5:30pm, weather permitting
            Washington Square Park
            Swing by (safely) if you’re around!
            Eyal Vilner Big Band featuring:
            Nick Marchione, Alex Norris, Dan Blankenship, Bruce Harris – trumpets
            Mariel Bildsten, Corey Wilcox, Gina Benalcázar López – trombones
            Eyal Vilner, Chris McBride, Michael Hashim, Dan Pearson, Eden Bareket – saxophones
            Josh Dunn – guitar
            Ian Hutchison – bass
            Jay Sawyer – drums

              November


                Saturday, November 7

                THE SALON: QUARANTINE SPEAKEASY

                Our new & improved All-Star variety show featuring some of our favorite performers from around the world streaming live from New York City into your own quarantine speakeasy!
                DONATIONS
                * $5-10 min. suggested donation (split amongst all performers)
                * PayPal direct link https://paypal.me/ProhibitionProd or to “info@prohibitionproductions.com”
                * Venmo to “@Patrick-Soluri” or Zelle to “patrick@soluri.com”
                THE SKINNY
                Our goal during this unprecedented time is to help bring people together from all over the world who share common interests; and provide musicians & performers the opportunity to share their craft with like minded people passionate about music & dance. The QUARANTINE SPEAKEASY now live streams every other Saturday from NYC averaging hundreds of views from over a dozen countries and half the US states.
                instigated by Prohibition Productions / Patrick Soluri in NYC.

                Saturday, November 21

                THE SALON: QUARANTINE SPEAKEASY

                Our new & improved All-Star variety show featuring some of our favorite performers from around the world streaming live from New York City into your own quarantine speakeasy!
                DONATIONS
                * $5-10 min. suggested donation (split amongst all performers)
                * PayPal direct link https://paypal.me/ProhibitionProd or to “info@prohibitionproductions.com”
                * Venmo to “@Patrick-Soluri” or Zelle to “patrick@soluri.com”
                THE SKINNY
                Our goal during this unprecedented time is to help bring people together from all over the world who share common interests; and provide musicians & performers the opportunity to share their craft with like minded people passionate about music & dance. The QUARANTINE SPEAKEASY now live streams every other Saturday from NYC averaging hundreds of views from over a dozen countries and half the US states.
                instigated by Prohibition Productions / Patrick Soluri in NYC.

                November 27-29

                Virtual ILHC

                So Virtual ILHC will take place online November 27-29, 2020! This year will feature 3 days of stellar competitions, our juniors program and juniors competition, top-level instruction, thought provoking LEDs, and fun dance parties.
                Our mission is to respect and honor the spirit of Lindy Hop by hosting an international competition weekend which is organized, performed, and judged at the highest levels possible and inclusive of all nations wishing to participate. With collaboration by Lindy Hop experts, we are coordinating an exciting online experience to showcase our Lindy Hop dance to the world. See our competition details.
                YOUR support of the event helps to fuel our mission. ILHC has already incurred expenses related to what would have been the in-person event as well as other yearly costs. You can support by joining in on the fun. Also, because of the financial hard times some of our Lindy Family is facing, we have donation opportunities to give passes to others that may need help to attend.
                Our ILHC team will be reaching out directly to our currently registered attendees with information about providing refunds, transfers to Virtual ILHC, or converting part or all of paid registration fees as a charitable gift.
                We look forward to bringing you Virtual ILHC 2020 as a reimagined event that brings dancers, competitors, friends and family together in a showcase that celebrates the global Lindy Hop Community!
                www.ilhc.com

                  December

                  Saturday, December 5

                  QUARANTINE SPEAKEASY: Repeal Day

                  Our new & improved All-Star variety show featuring some of our favorite performers from around the world streaming live from New York City into your own quarantine speakeasy!
                  DONATIONS
                  * $5-10 min. suggested donation (split amongst all performers)
                  * PayPal direct link https://paypal.me/ProhibitionProd or to “info@prohibitionproductions.com”
                  * Venmo to “@Patrick-Soluri” or Zelle to “patrick@soluri.com”
                  THE SKINNY
                  Our goal during this unprecedented time is to help bring people together from all over the world who share common interests; and provide musicians & performers the opportunity to share their craft with like minded people passionate about music & dance. The QUARANTINE SPEAKEASY now live streams every other Saturday from NYC averaging hundreds of views from over a dozen countries and half the US states.
                  instigated by Prohibition Productions / Patrick Soluri in NYC.