Hereford Jive and Swing Group: Steady Eddie

Hereford Jive & Swing was founded in December 2009 by a group of local dancers (not teachers) frustrated at the lack of local dances. During 2010 we organised a series of dances in Hereford, mainly 'record hops' but some bands also. In January 2011 Susan took over the solo running and organisation of the group and, after a year of several sell-out band nights alongside regular 'record hops', 2012 sees an expanded programme (see below). The Group is non-profitmaking with any proceeds going to cover investment in equipment and music, and to subsidise an increasing programme of live bands. The more support the dances get, the more we can organise - so come along and have some fun! And please give feedback!

Dancers of all styles are welcome, as are non-dancing partners who want to listen and watch. If you're a beginner or rusty, the dances are a great place to gain confidence and practise moves - especially the 'record hops' which are more relaxed than 'band nights'. If you have no partner, don't worry - we're a friendly lot and there are plenty of 'singles', so you won't be left out.

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Thursday, 13 December 2012

Tickets are still available for tomorrow's dance

Tickets are still available for tomorrow's dance with 'Steady Edd & The Boogie Men' (expanded line-up including brass section) tomorrow night in Leominster. If you want to book them at the 'pre-booked' rate of £8, ring me (01432 357859) by 5.00pm tomorrow and leave your name and number of tickets required on my answermachine and I'll leave them on the door for you. Otherwise they'll be available for sale at £10 on the door. It should be a good night with lots of great music to dance to. Hope to see you there!

Friday, 7 December 2012

Steady Edd & The Boogie Men - Leominster, 14th December

There's just one week to go to get your tickets for our last dance of this year. The fabulous 'Steady Edd & The Boogie Men' will be playing at The Royal British Legion Club, Leominster on Friday, 14 December - venue details on separate tab above. The band have played several near capacity dances for us in Hereford, and are bringing their 'expanded line-up' to Leominster, with an extra brass section of 2 sax and a trumpet to give more 'oomph and bite' (to quote Edd). They're always great to dance to and create a great atmosphere playing a real mix of music, from boogie-woogie, swing, rock 'n roll, r&b, jazz, etc ... all geared to dancing. As usual, ring Susan on 01432 357859 or email herefordjive@btinternet.com, or get tickets at jive classes around the Herefordshire area. They are £8 in advance or £10 on the door - so don't leave it too late to book. See you there!

Thursday, 10 February 2011

Only a few tickets left for Steady Edd on 13 Feb

If you intend to come to our dance with Steady Edd & The Boogiemen this Sunday, then give me a ring on 01432 357859 or email herefordjive@btinternet.com to book, as we have very few left. I can save them on the door, so long as you DEFINITELY intend to come, and bearing in mind that lots of people turned up on the door last time, I'd hate you to travel and be turned away. Cost £6 in advance or £8 on the door (if any left). It looks like being another great evening of dancing!

Sunday, 30 January 2011

13 February - 'Steady Edd & The Boogie Men'

Tickets are selling fast for our next dance night with popular local band 'Steady Edd & The Boogie Men' - back by popular demand after their packed dance last summer (see pictures). A great evening of jive, boogie woogie and rock 'n roll is guaranteed to get you dancing. The evening runs 7.30-11.00 pm with the band onstage at 8.00 pm. Capacity is limited, so it would be best to get tickets in advance or at the least check availability before you travel to avoid being turned away. Tickets are just £6 in advance and £8 on the door from Susan on 01432 357859 or email herefordjive@btinternet.com. Tickets can also be obtained at jive classes in Bartestree (Hereford), Luston (nr Leominster) and Bishop's Frome. See pictures and listen to tracks at the band's website: http://steadyedd.co.uk/Music.html

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Our 2012 Dance List

We've got lots of great things on this year, and now 2 venues! Look forward to seeing you!

Hereford:
We will continue our successful Sunday night mix of 'record hops' & band nights at The Richmond Club, approximately monthly.
Leominster:
New this year we are trying a few Friday night band nights at The Royal British Legion Club. If they are successful, we'll do more!
Full venue addresses, details & maps are on separate page - see menu at top.

Hereford Dance Dates
All dances 7.30-11.00 pm, bands on at 8.00 pm.

15 January: 'Record Hop'

5 February: Band Night
'Fast Eddie & The Jive Machine'
'Authentic' 1950s rock 'n roll band performing both classic & unusual tracks - great to dance to. See www.myspace.com/fasteddiejive for band info. & to listen to sample tracks.

4 March: 'Record Hop'

15 April: Band Night
'Rockin' The Joint'
Top UK rock 'n roll band playing wide range of material for dancing. See www.rockinthejoint.co.uk for band info. & to listen to sample tracks.

13 May: 'Record Hop'

10 June: 'Record Hop'

8 July: Band Night
'Steady Edd & The Boogie Men'
Back by popular demand after sell out gigs in 2010 & 2011, local 4-piece band bringing the best of boogie-woogie, rock 'n roll, jazz & rock. See www.steadyedd.co.uk for band info. & to listen to sample tracks.

5 August: 'Record Hop'

23 September: Band Night
'The Sultana Brothers'
Also back by popular demand - great Ludlow based band with a big following. They create a great party atmosphere with a mix of '50s, '60s, blues, r&b, rock, etc. See www.myspace.com/thesultanabrothers for band info. & to listen to sample tracks.

28 October: 'Record Hop'

18 November: Band Night
'The Jiveoholics'
The hottest jump jive & swing band in Wales, this 6-piece comes from Monmouth, and is also back by popular demand!. See www.jiveoholics.co.uk for band info. & to listen to sample tracks.

2 December: 'Record Hop'

Leominster Dance Dates
All dances 8.00-11.30 pm, bands on at approx. 8.45 pm.

16 March: Band Night
'The Sultana Brothers'
Our first dance at this new venue is this popular Ludlow-based band with a big following. They create a great party atmosphere with a mix of '50s, '60s, blues, r&b, rock, etc. See www.myspace.com/thesultanabrothers for band info. & to listen to sample tracks.

25 May: Band Night
'The Jiveoholics'
The hottest jump jive & swing band in Wales, this band comes from Monmouth and its name says it all really!! See www.jiveoholics.co.uk for band info. & to listen to sample tracks.

12 October: Band Night
'Ricky Cool & The Hoola Boola Boys'
Ricky is known for playing the best in rhythm 'n blues and rock 'n roll - with his band you get this in spades. He's played with some seriously big names - so book in good time, as the band has a big travelling following! See www.rickycoolandthehoolaboolaboys.com for band info. & to listen to sample tracks.

14 December: Band Night
'Steady Edd & The Boogie Men' (expanded line-up)
Popular local band playing the best of boogie-woogie, rock 'n roll, jazz & rock to create a great Xmas Party atmosphere. (With extra trumpet & 2 sax for more bite & oomph!) See www.steadyedd.co.uk for band info. & to listen to sample tracks.

Info, Prices & Tickets

'Band Nights' cost £8.00 in advance or £10.00 on door. Please check availability before travelling, as numbers are limited to ensure comfort on the dance floor. Tickets will be available approx. 6 weeks prior to each band night from Susan on 01432 357859, email herefordjive@btinternet.com, or at various jive & lindy hop classes around Herefordshire/Ludlow. All bands will play sets for jive & swing dancing.

'Record Hops' cost £4.00 on the door. Great tracks for all jive & swing dance styles. Request your favourites & we'll try and provide. Some guest DJs through the year.

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