One of the very first routines, First Stops, developed out of the musical inventiveness of Frankie Manning.
In 1937 as Jimmie Lunceford began playing “Posin'” Frankie’s confidence and intuitive understanding of the music allowed him to freeze in place during the breaks in the music. This inspired Frankie to try these “stops” to other songs where the music didn’t stop.
This is a routine that was used by the Savoy dancers and can be seen both in competition footage from the 30s, performed by Al&Leon in the 60s, Mama Lou Parks dancers in the 80s and also in footage from the Whitey’s
Lindy Hoppers reunion 1983.
As such a significant piece of Lindy Hop history it is an important routine for any dancer to learn.
Price 3h: 30€
Dates : 13-20-27/05
Level :LH2 and more