The Dance Primer

Share your love of dance, make connections with other dancers, and develop your writing skills at the same time!
The Dance Primer blog is looking to expand, and needs more writers. The Dance Primer is geared toward beginner dancers and their teachers, and we’re looking for more writers to share their advice, tips, and interviews to […]

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I can’t help myself. I have to promote a national event happening right here in my lovely home of Portland:

The event is actually our Lindy Exchange, which happens every other year. Most non-swing dancers have no idea what an exchange is, though, so it has a second name of Swing Fest.
If YOU don’t know […]

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Here’s a closer look at some more links in the blog roll. I hope this helps you navigate through which sites you will be interested in. I will periodically post “closer looks” until I’ve covered all 100+ of them…
If you are an author on one of these blogs, I’d love for you add a […]

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Last weekend, I posted my latest tutorial, “Zero to Rhythm in 12 Days,” for those who “ain’t got rhythm.” Reading through the tutorial, you can see how dependent on musical selection it is. Lyric suggested the tutorial include musical suggestions to help prevent any stumbling blocks, and I agree. However, I know it will take […]

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I knew I had to share this as soon as I saw it. Yet another inspiration that you’re never too [fill in the blank] to start dancing.
“With a troupe of fellow senior citizens, Wu Ying is a proud member of the Hip-Hop Grannies, a dance group that travels around China, performing for young and old […]

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Sorry for not posting yesterday. I’m traveling in California for the week, which is a good thing for dancing (traveling, I mean) but not so much for blogging.
As long as I’m able to get internet connection this coming week, I have a special treat for you. The Meet a Dancer spotlight will be shining bright […]

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TangoFest is happening in Portland, Oregon this coming this Thursday through Monday, Oct. 18th-21st. According to their website, this is one of the largest tango events in North America. Sounds exciting!
Pre-registration is closed, but you can register at the door.
For more tango news in the Portland, Oregon area, visit PortlandTango.com.

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