7/6 Summer Ball: Duke Ellington’s Swinging Years

”It Don’t Mean A Thing, If it Ain’t Got That Swing,” the jazz standard was one of the first pieces to include the word ”swing” in its title. Duke Ellington composed the tune during an intermission of a big band dance performance in Chicago. Legend has it that no one danced until he introduced the song to the crowd.

7/6

20:00-24:00

Lottery at 22:10!
(Prize: jazz vinyl）

Event Guidelines

Friendly reminders: Early bird tickets are available until 0:00 on the day of the ball. Please read through the event notice at the end after successful purchase of tickets , thank you!

Limited to 20 participants

Note: All tickets included one soft drink, 20% off for other drinks with tickets; 20% off for Duke Ellington vinyl and 10% off for all vinyl

Single RMB 89
Double RMB 159

Duke Ellington’s Swinging Years
Swing music gave birth to Swing Dance, as one can’t get around the work of Duke Ellington when entering the world of swing music, it’s fair to say that Duke Ellington has been the inspirational source of Swing Dance. Duke Ellington had such a long musical career that he spanned decades and multiple jazz genres that some of his music may not actually be swing dance music, it may be Hot Jazz, Be-Bop or other music; but the feeling of swing has always been an underlying musical influence.

The Swing era saw the invention of hundreds of swing dances, including the famous Lindy hop, which became popular at the historic Savoy Ballroom in Harlem, New York. Like musicians, swing dancers use call and response to communicate with each other through movement.

”If jazz means anything, it’s the freedom of expression.” Duke Ellington defied categorization and refused to conform to any preconceived notions about what he or his music should contribute. Indeed, one of his greatest compliments was to describe the artist as “beyond category”. We invite you to break into the Swing era with his music.

About Swing Shenzhen
Swing Shenzhen is the first swing dance organization in Shenzhen. They are committed to promoting and developing the local swing culture in Shenzhen and spreading the joy of Swing Dance.

Event Notice

1.Dress code：
Glam:
Feel free to take Broadwalk Empire, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, The Great Gatsby as reference or go for something more casual
Comfort:
Comfort is important! Ladies can choose skirts and pants that are easy to move around in. We suggest men to wear linen shirts, T-shirts with suit pants or casual pants is also a good choice.
Etiquette:
For men, shorts and sandals are not welcomed; for women, you should avoid fine heels and backless clothing. Please make sure there’re no sharp ornaments or metal tags on clothing.

2.Please arrive early before the ball starts; show proof of purchase when entering and cooperate with our staff.
3.Any take-away food and drinks are not allowed
4. Once purchased, tickets cannot be refunded. If there’s a change of schedule, please consider transferring your tickets to friends and notifying our customer service.

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JAZZ KISSA
10:00-02:00

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