The Cultural Melting Pot: Western Swing’s Roots in Blues, Jazz, and Folk
Western swing took shape in Texas dance halls during the 1930s. It mixes three streams you can pick out on any good recording: blues forms, jazz swing, and
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How to Dance the Western Swing: Step-by-Step Tutorial
Western swing works best when you keep it simple. You and your partner face each other in a loose closed hold, elbows relaxed and a bit of space between yo
