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MEET THE TEACHERS

MEET THE BANDS

CLASSES

LINDY HOP

Classes come in 3 levels

Intermediate
: You’re comfortable with doing basic swing outs, swing out variations, charleston, tandem and the shim sham. You’re dancing at your local scene regularly and eager to explore and have more fun with your dancing!

Intermediate Advanced: You’re an experienced dancer who social dances frequently and have developed a sense of adapting your connections to the music and your partner. You should be comfortable with dancing to faster music, playing with rhythms and keeping the conversation engaging!

Advanced: You’re a well rounded experienced dancer comfortable with creating your own rhythms, footwork, syncopation, and engaging in different connection dynamics and variations. You’re not only leading or following but also switching and exploring back leading at times in your dance. You like to challenge your partner and yourself while keeping the dance engaging, creative and fun!

SOLO JAZZ

We’re excited to offer a class dedicated to Solo Jazz in our Solo Pass, a vibrant dance style that encompasses a rich history from early pre-Cakewalk dances through to post-war movement. This class focuses on the joy of dancing independently, allowing for a unique expression through its distinctive, syncopated steps and rhythms. You’ll learn to respond to music with spontaneous improvisation.

Our instructors in the Solo Pass not only teaches the steps but also immerses you in the cultural heritage of vernacular jazz dance, drawing inspiration from legendary dancers such as Bessie Dudley, Florence Hill, Leon James, Mabel Lee, Normal Miller, and Al Minns.

Requirement: You should be familiar with basic routines like the Shim Sham and the Big Apple.

TICKETS

FULL PASS

  • 5 parties with live bands EVERY NIGHT
  • 11 hours of classes from Friday to Sunday – ranging from Lindy Hop, Solo Jazz to Theme Classes!
    • 6 hours of Lindy Hop
    • 3 hours of Solo Jazz
    • 2 hours of Theme Class
  • Enjoy special sessions like History talk from legendary dancers and morning activities to get your energy going

SOLO PASS

  • 5 parties with live bands EVERY NIGHT
  • 8 hours of classes from Saturday to Sunday – including Solo Jazz and Theme Classes!
    • 6 hours of Solo Jazz
    • 2 hours of Theme Class
    • Learn from Chester, Frida, Nathan, Evita and Sing
  • Enjoy special sessions like History talk from legendary dancers and morning activities to get your energy going

WEEKEND PASS

  • 3 parties with live bands (FRI – SUN)
  • Registration starts 1st April 2024

PARTY PASS

  • 5 parties with live bands EVERY NIGHT
  • Registration starts 1st April 2024

CITY BATTLE

  • Team: minimum 10 people, every team member must possess any pass of swing era
  • Music: 180 bpm
  • Format:
    • Prelim – 2 Blues Chorus x 1
    • Semi Final – 2 Blues Chorus x 2
    • Final – 2 Blues Chorus x 2
  • Fee: THB 2,000 per team
  • Prize: THB 8,000

Registration starts 1st May, limited spots! First come first served.
Remark: You can reuse the routine from Prelim round in the Semi Final and Final round.


MUSICIAN TRACK

  • 6 hours of classes
  • Learn invaluable insights into playing for dancers, from two experts, Chester Whitmore and Steven Coombe, with decades of experience in the swing music and dance scene.
  • Explore what works and what doesn’t from the dancers’ perspective, and how to create the perfect musical atmosphere for swing dancers.
  • Get guidance for the rhythm section, with a special focus on the drums, and learn how to lay down the perfect groove for the dance floor.
  • Cover crucial aspects of performance and showmanship to get the crowd hyped up, and create an unforgettable experience for both musicians and dancers.
  • Maximum Capacity:
    • Rhythm Section (Drums, Piano, Double Bass, Guitar) 2 each
    • Horn Section (Saxophone, Trumpet, Clarinet, Trombone, etc) unlimited & bring your own instrument

SCHEDULE

21 WEDNESDAY

7:00 PMRegistration
7:30 – 10:30 PMDJ Battle (KL vs BKK)
 The Swing Bouncer
 Lit It Up
10:30 PM – LATEAfter Party (Location TBA)

22 THURSDAY

7:00 – 11:00 PMYusu Jazz Band
 Stumbling Swingout
 Steve Coombe
 Makiko Tamura
11:30 PM – LATEAfter Party (Location TBA)

23 FRIDAY

9:00 – 10:00 AMMorning Session
10:30 AM – 4:30 PMClass
6:00 PMCompetition Prelim (TBA)
7:00 – 11:00 PMCarolina Reapers Swing
 Yusu Jazz Band
 Steve Coombe
 Makiko Tamura
 Competition
11:30 – LATEAfter Party (Location TBA)

24 SATURDAY

9:00 – 10:00 AMMorning Session
10:30 AM – 4:30 PMClass
6:00 PMTheme Class
7:00 – 11:00 PMCarolina Reapers Swing
 Thailand Jazz Orchestra
 Steve Coombe
 Makiko Tamura
11:30 PM – LATEAfter Party (Location TBA)

25 SUNDAY

9:00 – 10:00 AMMorning Session
10:30 AM – 4:30 PMClass
6:00 PMTheme Class
7:00 – 11:00 PMCarolina Reapers Swing
 The Frankie Sixes
 Steve Coombe
 Makiko Tamura
11:30 PM – LATEAfter Party (Location TBA)

LOCATIONS

Thammasat Association Outside
Thammasat Association Inside

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

GENERAL TERMS

All registrations will be processed providing that you have read and accepted the conditions of the festival which are described below. These general terms and conditions are the essential part of the contract registration between the organization and the individual who registered to The Swing Era. If you do not agree to this document during registration (and thus do not agree with the terms) you will not be able to attend the festival.

REGISTRATION PROCEDURE

Information from The Swing Era organizers is collected only through direct input from customers such as email, names, address, phone number, etc. The information is collected for personalization of the interaction with the website, improvement of the website and the services, execution of the offered services and user data is not distributed/shared/sold to third parties. All necessary precautions to ensure the security of the user data has been taken. Users have the right to contact us and request to delete or change all personal information.

PAYMENT TERMS & CANCELATION POLICY

The payment method at The Swing Era is a one-time payment of 100% of the amount, either via online payment platform, bank transfer to the account associate to JELLY ROLL DANCE CLUB CO., LTD, organizers of The Swing Era, or through ticketmelon. In the case when the payment is not made after 10 natural days, the registration will be canceled and the slot will be released.

Once the payment has been done, the The Swing Era organizers consider this reservation as paid, and will not be compromised to any total or partial refund. Please, note that we don’t give refunds for paid registrations. If there is the case that you cannot attend the festival, we suggest that you look for someone to buy your pass. This person must have the same role as you and the same level if classes are included. To transfer the registration you must inform by writing us as soon as possible (and definitely 5 natural days before the event happens) at this email address: [email protected]

Please include the following information:

  • Your name and surname.
  • The type of pass being transferred.
  • Full name and email of the person taking the pass.

In cases of force majeure such as pandemic, epidemic, outbreak, crisis, war, terrorist attack, labor strikes, extreme weather, government actions, etc., The Swing Era could cancel, postpone or modify the nature of the festival, as well as absolve itself of the responsibility of making a complete refund for reasons beyond its control. In any case, the organization may retain a percentage of the amount paid under the concept of administrative fees consisting of covering the part of expenses already produced and not recoverable during the year prior to the event. In any case, the organization will always try to consider alternative options to reduce damage to both parties.

Should the organizers cancel or postpone the event due to unforeseen circumstances, participants will be given the choice to transfer their passes to the rescheduled event date.

PROTECTION OF PERSONAL DATA & IMAGE RIGHTS

Information from The Swing Era organizers is collected only through direct input from customers such as email, names, address, phone number, etc. The information is collected for personalization of the interaction with the website, improvement of the website and the services, execution of the offered services and user data is not distributed/shared/sold to third parties. All necessary precautions to ensure the security of the user data has been taken. Users have the right to contact us and request to delete or change all personal information.
The users and total or partial attendees of The Swing Era, being of legal age, in full possession of their civil rights, states that during the days of celebration of The Swing Era, may be photographed and/or filmed. These images are intended to portray the events of The Swing Era, and in any case there is a mercantilist interest of such images. The Organization of The Swing Era is not responsible for any use that third persons or companies do without the permission of those images.
For all these reasons, expressly I AUTHORIZE the use of my personal image resulting from the festival as mentioned.
And, for the purposes of record and effectiveness, I consent to this authorization in accordance with the laws and regulations applicable in Thailand, which safeguard the right to honor, personal and family privacy, and one’s own image. By generally accepting these terms, I grant permission for the transfer of my image rights.

INJURIES & THEFTS

JELLY ROLL DANCE CLUB CO., LTD will not be held responsible for any physical injuries, or damages to / thefts of private property that might occur during The Swing Era. With this, JELLY ROLL DANCE CLUB CO., LTD does not take responsibility for accidents or losses, thefts or harm that occur to participants at the event for whatever reason, unless such harm comes from the fault of the organizers themselves.

CODE OF CONDUCT

Be Respectful: Value diversity and treat all individuals with respect.
Be Polite: Refrain from unsolicited advice to ensure a pleasant dancing experience.
Stay Safe: Exercise caution on the dance floor and with alcohol to avoid accidents.
No Harassment: Harassment or discrimination is strictly prohibited.
Prioritize Personal Hygiene: Keep clean and wear appropriate attire for a positive experience.
Show Appreciation: Recognize everyone’s contributions, from partners, artists, musicians, fellow dancers and staff.
Safety First: Reserve aerial moves for performances only.
Enforce Fairness: Responses to violations, including warnings or expulsion, adhere to our Code of Conduct.

SIGNATURE & AGREEMENT TO GENERAL CONDITIONS

By clicking on the Terms and Conditions for the attendees of The Swing Era on the registration page via Internet, you state that you fully agree with the content of this document and will obey all the rules and regulations.

CHANGES

The Swing Era organizers reserves the right to change schedules, location, teachers, bands and price of the workshops and / of the evening dances and communicate any changes on the website.