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Kazüm! bounces back with a few new talented faces

karynn — Fri, 28 Nov 2008 23:01:47 +0000

Published in the Oregonian Thursday, November 27th, 2008. Acrobatic troup | The energetic group replaces three members but lands on its feet By Tom D’Antoni SPECIAL TO THE OREGONIAN Kazüm!, a troupe of three men and two women who use elements of acrobatics, acrobalance, dance, gymnastics and cheerleading, is a fixture at the Oregon Country fair as well as [...]

Pete Krebs Trio

russ — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 01:09:04 +0000

The Pete Krebs Trio, is a string ensemble whose music evokes the early days of jazz, both American and European. Equal parts Nat King Cole Trio and Django Reinhardt, the PK3 draws from many musical traditions in creating the group’s sound. From the wet cobblestones of Paris to the heat of Buenos Aires and the [...]

The STOLEN SWEETS - Sentimental Gentleman

karynn — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 23:28:50 +0000

Russ and Susan dancing to the Stolen Sweets. [There is a video that cannot be displayed in this feed. Visit the blog entry to see the video.]

Portland Lindy Exchange

russ — Sun, 01 Jun 2008 19:57:57 +0000

Swing Time was a proud sponsor of the Portland Lindy Exchange. We worked with the Portland Lindy Society to help organize the event, and donated funds to the cause. We put together an amazing line-up of bands and the results were incredible weekend. We hope you were able to attend.

Canadian Balboa Championships

russ — Thu, 08 May 2008 01:10:02 +0000

Susan and I had the pleasure of attending this event last year, and danced in the finals for the competition they had. If you look closely, we’re pictured with the other dancers on the flyer for this years event: I miss Quebec City!

Stolen Sweets

russ — Fri, 04 Apr 2008 00:21:07 +0000

The Stolen Sweets play the 3-part harmony arrangements of the 1930s girl group, The Boswell Sisters. Vocalists Jen Bernard, Lara Michell and Erin Sutherland sing tight 3-part arrangements alongside seasoned guitar players/vocalists Pete Krebs and David Langenes and double bass player Keith Brush. The result is a unique brand of upbeat and contagious vintage jazz. [...]

Djangophiles

russ — Fri, 21 Mar 2008 18:42:20 +0000

Having made strong appearances at Djangofest Northwest, and at the String Swing event at the Portland Lindy Exchange Swing Festival, the Djangophiles have demonstrated their ability to please the listening audience as well as the dancers that come to their performances. The Djangophiles, named after the love of Django Reinhardt, are a Gypsy Jazz group that [...]

Swing Papillon

russ — Tue, 18 Mar 2008 22:48:47 +0000

Swing Papillon carries the tradition of Gypsy Jazz in the spirit of Django Reinhardt and puts fuel in the fire of the classic hot club tunes of the 30’s and 40’s. Each and every tune Swing Papillon takes the listener on a ride of unique impovization, fiery solos, and familiar quotations, leaving audience members impressed and amazed every time. Bandleader Michael [...]

The Canadian Balboa Championships Fast Bal Division 2007

karynn — Sun, 03 Feb 2008 16:10:53 +0000

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Mad Hatton Swing Ensemble

admin — Sat, 02 Feb 2008 00:04:04 +0000

This crazed clarinet wielding band leader has Portland’s best swing band behind him supplying the tunes you love to dance to. Last year, Portland was blown away with his special tribute to Benny Goodman in June and his firey performance at the “Alice in Winter Wonderland” Holiday Ball. They were also a headlining band and [...]