Remembering the Savoy-May 11

On April 30, 2007 by D. Bell

coupledance.jpgA Harlem Swing Dance: Remembering the Savoy Ballroom!

A Cultural Harlem Anniversary Event: “Harlem’s Savoy Ballroom’s 70th Anniversary Swing Dance”event commemorates the historical Band Battle of 1937 between Benny Goodman and Chick Webb. Event will include a free dance lesson, historic film clips, a live band performance and more.

Friday, May 11th 2007

The Julia De Burgos Cultural Center
1680 Lexington Avenue (and East 106th Street)
New York, New York 10029

Jazz, Dance, Swing and more was part of the original Harlem Renaissance, and it is experiencing a resurgence today. Celebrate Harlem’s Living Legacy and its Cultural impact by remembering the Savoy Ballroom.

For more information:

Allison Jones 917 – 941 – 0935
theharlemswingdancesociety@yahoo.com

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