DJs and Dancing – The Role of the DJ in an Evening of Dance

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DJs tend to play the part of the band at the majority of dance events, and DJ’s music selection really can affect how a dance community flourishes.  The song selection, variety and tempo of music each DJ chooses shapes a dance evening. Fortunately, in the swing community most often the DJ is also a dancer, giving them the advantage of knowing which kind of songs are ‘danceable.’ But being a good DJ and creating an enjoyable dance evening is about more than just playing songs the dancers enjoy. Read more →

22
Jun 2010
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Music and Dance

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ABW 2010 Contest Music

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So after several years of being the Head DJ at ABW, I thought I would finally release the song names and artists for the competition music.  Have fun, enjoy, and if you hear that song next year, which you probably will, don’t suck. Read more →

17
Jun 2010
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Music and Dance

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Three exciting lectures, this year at All Balboa Weekend 2010.

Give those weary feet a rest and come hang out with me and my friends throughout the day on Sunday. History, expression, and the joy of music at All Balboa Weekend 2010. Read more →

06
Jun 2010
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Music and Dance

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