The Jazzee Jewels

Please join the Jazzee Js at the Tree Lounge, 203 NE 36th Street, Okc, Ok every Thursday night from 7 pm - 9:30 pm for SwingOut/Line Dance Lessons and now on Tuesday night at NE High School, 3100 N. Kelly AVe., Okc, 6:30 pm.

LEARN THE ART OF SWINGOUT AND LINE DANCING DANCING EVERY THURSDAY NIGHTS AT THE TREE LOUNGE , 203 NE 36TH STREET, OKC, OK - 7 PM. $5 , TUESDAYS AT NE HIGH SCHOOL, 3100 N KELLY AVE., OKC, 6:30 PM AND EVERY 1st FRIDAY AT THE LIVING ROOM IN TULSA OK, 2610 N YALE AVE.

“We don't stop dancing when we grow old; we grow old when we stop dancing.
And when you get the choice to sit it out or dance...I hope you dance. It is good for the soul”

Please attend my Thursday class at The Tree Lounge, 903 NE 36th St. OKC, OK, 7:00 pm and every Tuesday nights at NE High School 3100 N Kelley, Okc, 6:30 pm. and learn swingout the latest line dances.

There is not schedule at NE High School small gym, all classes begin at 6:30 and we end the evening at 8:15 with line dances, ages 10 - up, $5 per person, 1st child free! My schedule for class at The Tree Lounge is 21 and up, BEGINNERS (7-8:00 ) with Stephanie, INTERMEDIATES & ADVANCED (8:15 - 8:45), ADVANCED & GRADUATES (8:45 - 9:15), POWER WORKOUT & LINE DANCES (9:15 - 9:30), PRACTICE & OPEN FLOOR 9:30 - Until $5 PER PERSON. This is your chance to learn! . There will be advanced ladies to assist the beginning men-one on one, and advanced men to assist the beginning ladies-one on one. We will also teach the latest line dances and teach the women how to follow your partners lead. Classes will begin at 7 pm and you will be able to dance until your legs fall off. THE JAZZEE JEWELS DRESS TO IMPRESS!!!! This is for the Grown & Sexy with Ole' School Music. BRING YOU SWING CD FOR LISTENING AND DANCING PLEASURE!! Thank you, Jocelyn, for working the door. Remember, partners are not necessary, we will have plenty of Jazzee Jems to assist you! Calling all men to learn this fantastic dance. Don't just sit back and watch, get up and learn!

As always, if you are unable to attend my class, please attend another class in the metro. Let's PerFect this dance!!! If you need a Music Swing CD or Swing Dance Lesson DVD, let me know during class.

Because swing is a social dance, it is also a fun dance and one should seek to dance with as many different partners as possible, rather than focusing on a single partner. Even if a lead and follow came to the dance with each other, it is disfavored for them to spend the entire night dancing only with each other. Although traditionally a lead asks a follow for a dance, followers are encouraged to do the same. The person may either accept or reject the dance request. If the person rejects the dance, whether they might not feel like dancing or are reserving a dance for someone else, or they might be tired or just shy, thank the person anyway and ask someone else to dance. It is considered rude to decline an offer for a dance and then dance the song with another person -- unless you mention that you had the dance reserved and promise a later dance to the asker. You may have noticed on the dance floor that some dancers are able to perform moves which match changes in the flow of the music. These dancers haven't necessarily memorized the music -- most swing music actually has a regular and predictable structure. A true swing dancer can usually dance to any genre of music. Remember “Dance to Express and Dress to Impress” - sb

In partner dancing, a strong lead is a must. Traditionally, the role of leading has been assigned to men, while women have the role of following. A good lead stems from proper use of the arms and body. The man's upper arm and shoulder serve as the guide for all dance movement. So, it's important to understand that a limp arm won't be helpful in guiding your partner. It is the man's responsibility to decide which steps to use, and to control the direction of the couple around the floor. On the other hand, the woman must sense and respond to the man's lead. Graceful and beautiful dancing can be achieved through a gentle but definite lead, coupled with a sensitive and responsive follow.

Listen to the music, relating it to the count and vice-versa. This will help to build confidence. Start with the easy patterns. A good knowledge of a couple of dance steps will provide a solid foundation upon which to build. Before going into variations be sure you can lead them, which will help your partner to follow. Start each new pattern on the "one" count. When necessary, make the most of your right hand to help guide your partner in any direction.

Women, your goal is to follow your partner, adapting to his style and leading nuance (s). To do this, hand connection (s) with light resistance should be maintained. If you are too relaxed or too rigid, leading becomes very difficult. If the man is not yet a good leader, pay special attention to his body movement, particularly his chest and shoulder movement, in order to better follow his lead.

Whatever you do, don't lead! Be alert to your partner's lead, but try not to anticipate his lead! Become familiar with the basic patterns a partner is likely to lead. When going through patterns, try to take straight steps, either backward or forward as the case may be (think of the "diving board" we discussed). Support your own weight by keeping your feet together as much as possible.

KEEP SCROLLING DOWN FOR PICTURES OF THE 2006 AND JANUARY 2007 GRADUATES!

We are also available for private parties, private lessons, weddings, reunions, graduations, birthday celebrations or showcasing. JUST CALL ME OR SEND YOUR REQUEST BY EMAIL.

MEET THE INSTRUCTORS

Classes Are: Thursdays 7 PM - 9:30 PM - THE TREE LOUNGE
Classes Are: 2nd & 4th Saturdays 7 PM - 9:30 PM - RHEA'S CLUB
Open Dance Floor Thursday & Saturdays: 9:30 PM - UNTIL PM

RHEA'S SUPPER CLUB IS LOCATED AT 5942 NW 59TH STREET, OKC OK CLASSES ON EVERY 2ND, 4TH, AND 5TH SATURDAY

SEPTEMBER 29, 2007 GRADUATION CLASS 4

BROWN PASSION

Click on picture below and view September Graduates

SEPTEMBER 29, 2007 "BROWN PASSION AFFAIR" JAZZEE JEWELS AND JEMS GRADUATION. IT WAS FANTASTIC!! A VERY SPECIAL THANKS TO THE SHOWCASERS:

AVERY & MYRA, ALEXIS & GERRI, DARREL & NETA, JOHN & NIKKI. A SPECIAL SHOWCASE BY KT & KRISTI - DALLAS!!!

THE NEW JAZZEE JEWELS ARE: ALMA, DEIDRE, GERRI, JOYCE, KIM, MARQUITA, NIKKI, PAT, SONYA, TOYA, & VONDA

THE NEW JAZZEE JEMS ARE: AVERY AND JOHN. I WOULD ALSO LIKE TO THANK JAZZEE JEMS, ALEXIS, DARREL, DANIEL, EVERETT, JT., MARVIN, MIKE F., RODNEY, TYRONE, AND ALL THE OTHER MEN THAT DANCED WITH THE LADIES DURING GRADUATION. THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!!!

June 2007 JAZZEE JEWELS AND JEMS CLASS 3

SWINGING OVER THE RAINBOW

Thanks to my 2006 Graduates that did an excellent job showcasing.

More thanks goes to the 2007 Jazzee Jewels and Gems Graduates! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!

JEWELS: ANN H. , CASENA F., CLARA A., KANISHA B., LATINA F., LATOSHA D., LAURENE S., MICHELLE G., MYRA M., RACHAUN J., RANIESHA F., SHAMEKA, TAISEKA M., TENEKA H. , TIECE D., TONI R., TYUCIA H. AND WILLA S. J. and JEMS: DARRELL E., EVERETT D., GRADY B., MICHAEL F., MICHAEL K., TERRANCE S., AND TONY M.

THE JAZZEE JEWELS AND JEMS GRADUATION, JANUARY, 2007 CLASS 2- BLACK AND WHITE AFFAIR

Jan. 2007 GRADUATES: Alvin W., Angela V., Anita Willis-Valedictorian, Avri M., Betty M., Carol M.-VIP Award, Cherika F., Courtney C., DJ Daniel S., Dee P., Edie R., Eugene, R. Jeteral M. - Valedictorian, Karla L., Larry P., Lavon G., Markeisha C., Norman N., Patrice C., Petricee T., Robert R.- Valedictorian, Shalyn N., Shenita B.-Salutatorian, Tammi M., and Teri T.

2006 GRADUATES SHOWCASED: Stephanie & Rodney, Jocelyn & Terrance, Ika & Reggie, Gerald & Jeanie, Barbara & Leonard, Diane & Trey, Rosalind & Rico, Shirley & Alexis, and Felecia & Robert,