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.

Showing posts with label rockabilly. Show all posts
Showing posts with label rockabilly. Show all posts

Sunday, 8 April 2012

Tickets still available for 'Rockin' The Joint' on 15 April


Rockin' The Joint are one of the top bands on the UK Rock 'n Roll circuit and are fantastic to jive to. They will be playing for us next Sunday, 15 April and tickets are still available at £8 in advance of £10 on the door at the moment. It should be a great night, so ring 01432 357859 or email herefordjive@btinternet.com to book your ticket.

Sunday, 4 March 2012

'Record Hop' - 4 March in Hereford

There will be usual 4 hours of great and varied music at our record hop on Sunday, 4 March at The Richmond Club, Hereford. Come along between 7.30-11.00 pm and enjoy the relaxed informal atmosphere.

Sunday, 29 January 2012

5 February - Fast Eddie and The Jive Machine


Time is getting short to buy tickets for our next dance with top rock 'n roll band 'Fast Eddie & The Jive Machine'. They play great 'authentic' 1950s classic and unusual tracks, create a great atmosphere and are fantastic to dance to, but non-dancers are also welcome to come and listen. See www.myspace.com/fasteddiejive for more on the band.
The dance is at The Richmond Club, Edgar St, Hereford (see tab above for full directions), and runs 7.30-11.00 pm with the band onstage around 8.00 pm. As usual, tickets are just £8 in advance or £10 on the door, email herefordjive@btinternet.com or ring Susan 01432 357859 to book.

Tuesday, 13 December 2011

Tickets still available for The Heartbeats

There's a good crowd going to this dance on 18 December, but at the moment we do still have tickets left ... though I've sold a lot yesterday and today, and it's just been in the local papers, so no guarantee this will be the case by the weekend! So if you want to guarantee you ticket, ring me on 01432 357859 (Susan) to reserve tickets on the door. My computer access is limited at the minute, so phoning me is better than email. It should be a good night - they're a great band to dance to, or just come and listen and watch the action. Full details of times and venue, etc are in the post immediately below this.

Wednesday, 9 November 2011

The Heartbeats - Sunday, 18 December



Our next dance is with one of the top UK Rock 'n Roll bands 'The Heartbeats', who hail from Bristol. They're great to dance to and there's always a great atmosphere at their gigs. The music is predominantly 1950s rock 'n roll, and you can hear samples at www.the-hearbeats.co.uk.
As usual, the gig is at The Richmond Club, Hereford (see left column for map/directions), and runs from 7.30-11.00 pm - with the band being on stage around 8.00 pm. Tickets are £8.00 in advance or £10.00 on the door (but check availability before travelling, as numbers are limited). Contact me (Susan) on 01432 357859 or email herefordjive@btinternet.com for tickets or see me at jive classes at Bartestree or Lindy Hop class at Hereford Town Hall, or see Jive teachers at Bishop's Frome, Ludlow or Leominster.
If you fancy dressing up in full 'rock 'n roll' outfits and getting into a real 1950s party mood, that'd be great - but it's not compulsory! If you just want to come and listen to the band, that's also OK. Hope to see you there.