Big City Swing

A fond farewell...

Big City Swing has spread rhythm and joy for 23 years. It has been a thrill to share this incredible hobby with so many people.

The time has come for me to retire as director of BCS, and thus thus studio will be closing this Sunday afternoon, March 15th.

Many folks have asked if this is an economic question. It's not. Big City Swing was running full swing! It is a personal decision. The time has come for me to pursue new professional and personal opportunities.

We have found a wonderful renter who will be opening an Arts Outreach Center offering classes for both youth and adults. They truly are a perfect fit for our warm and cozy clubhouse. The welcoming spirit of Big City Swing will live on in the space through this new organization.

To all the current and former staff members, my sincerest thank you. You've inspired so many to do what they never thought possible.

To all the current and former students, you are a remarkable. Thank you for sharing your time and talents with us.

I'll see you on the dance floor, my friends.

Warmest regards,
Julee

Alert: Big City Swing has new contact information for the new year.

Phone - 312.208.0287
Email - [email protected]

Talk to you soon!

Important update: We are running full throttle in November and December and.......Beginning January 2020, Big City Swing will no longer offer the 4-week progressive class program.

Big City Swing will continue to offer:
- Private Lessons
- First Friday drop-in lessons and dances
- Workshops (single session, 2-hour classes) for all levels

So what does that mean for you?

Jump into those group classes you’ve been planning to take and schedule those private lessons now.

Here are a few highlights from November’s schedule, which begins THIS MONDAY:

Swing I – Mondays @ 6:30pm or Thursdays @ 8:15pm
Swing II – Mondays @ 8:30pm or Thursdays @ 7:00pm
Lindy I – Mondays @ 7:30pm

More details will follow in our newsletter with updated private lesson availability, January workshops, and more.

September's Group Classes Start Tonight! It's not too late to enroll. We'd love to dance with you.

http://bigcityswing.com/group-classes/class-schedule

Join us at SummerDance this Thursday. 6p Lesson, 7:30pm Live Music! http://bigcityswing.com/events-around-town

Very excited to get fun & fancy dancy with you!
Www.bigcityswing.com/group-classes/workshops

First Friday is in full swing. We're dancing until Midnight. Would you like to dance?

When I saw this clip for the first time, I kept asking my friend to take it off Fast Forward. He just laughed and said, oh no, that's real time!!!!

Enjoy the details, the energy, the legacy!

Watch this 1080 HD version of Hellzapoppin, the Greatest Dance Scene Ever Filmed Watch “Hellzapoppin” like you’ve never seen it before.

Norma was a living legend full of fire and rhythm. We will miss her and her stories! Take a moment to catch some footage of her and Whitey's Lindy Hoppers. They will blow your mind with their raw talent and innovation.

Norma, we are in awe of the trail you blazed.

It is with deep regret to announce that the Legendary Norma Miller, known as the Queen of Swing, passed away at 7.31am this morning, 5th May at her home in Fort Myers, Florida, USA.

Her last 24 hours, was really happy spent with family, friends Chazz Young, his daughter and close friends from the UK and Italy, sharing fond memories, swing dancing, singing and doing the Shim Sham.

She was slippping away surrounded by a family member and friends, at her bedside, listening to Stardust, then took her last breath as Jumpin at the Woodside commenced.

Norma Miller, will be missed by dancers and jazz musicians around the globe, but will be remembered by her legacy of being one of the most hard working women, with a positive attitude and outstanding human qualities.

Arrangements for Norma are pending and all information will be posted on this Norma Miller FB page in due course.

Anyone missing one of these sweet water bottles?

Anything unclaimed by next Monday will be lovingly donated!

We hope you are head over heels with rhythm & joy and friends & family, this holiday.

We hope this holiday season has you head over heels with joy, friends, and family.

Congrats to the fabulous Shim Sham class. Coming soon to dance floors near you!!
@ Big City Swing

We love the happy faces of our newest Swing I grads. Welcome to Swing dance!

Check out our Lindy II dancers so relaxed and so connected in closed position. 😍

Norma Miller, the Queen of Swing, turns 99 on December 2nd and is still going strong! This article from a few years ago is a great overview of her pretty amazing life.

https://www.npr.org/2015/11/15/456094066/queen-of-swing-takes-old-age-in-stride

The Queen Of Swing Takes Old Age In Stride At 95, Norma Miller is the last living member of Whitey's Lindy Hoppers, the pioneering group that helped popularize swing dancing. These days, though, she's swapped dance floors for a standup's mic.

Keep dancing through the season! It's easy with our December schedule designed just for the holiday. Some classes are 2-weeks (2 hours each week) and some are 3-weeks (hour and fifteen each week) - see the link for all the details. Save $5 if you register before November 28th. We’re excited to dance with you!

http://bigcityswing.com/group-classes/class-schedule

If you’re tired from Thanksgiving, be sure to listen to "Hard Corn" by Washboard Rhythm Kings. It will get you up and moving!

Hard Corn The Washboard Rhythm Kings · Song · 2007

Celebrate Small Business Saturday by supporting your favorite swing dance studio! Big City Swing gift cards let you share your love of dancing this holiday season. Click on the link for all the different options:

http://bigcityswing.com/gift-cards

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Big City Swing!