www.mastersofswingdance.ch

Get ready for an unforgettable weekends of rhythm, energy, and inspiration! Masters of Swing Dance is more than just a workshop—it’s a movement to bring the true masters and keepers of Swing dance and Jazz movement to Zürich and Switzerland.

We believe in learning from the source, and this event is your opportunity to train directly with the legends who have shaped the art of Lindy Hop, Solo Jazz aka Vernacular Jazz, Jazz Roots and Swing Culture.

Our first edition proudly presents Chester Whitmore, the Lord of Swing, a direct link to the golden era of Jazz dance, offering classes in Lindy Hop and Solo Jazz for dancers of all levels.

Friday: Teachers Track, Routine/Choreo Class, Talk & Party

Saturday: Lindy ADV, Solo ADV, Lindy INT, Solo INT, Talk & Party

Sunday: Lindy INT, Solo INT, Lindy ADV, Solo ADV, Clip-Talk & Party

Monday evening: Clip-Talk & Social

Registration: https://mastersofswingdance.ch/request_for_masters_of_swing_dance/

Details

The Evenings: Talk & Party

Friday, May 30th @ el Social/el Boge (Max. 80 people):

• 19:30: Talk with Chester: “Roots of Swing,” hosted by MC Patrick & Muetze
• 20:30: Party with live music and shows
• Tonight’s Featured Local Musicians (curated by Michel): Michel Muinch (Bass & Vocals), Dave Hasler (Guitar), Ueli Spoerri (Drums), Markus Tinner (Clarinet), Elena “Jazzsaxy” Pavlova (Tenor Sax)

Saturday, May 31st @ Ella’s Fellas Dance School (Max. 80 people):

• 19:30: Talk with Chester: “Roots of a Dancer,” hosted by MC Patrick & Muetze
• 20:30: Party:
  • Floor 1: Live music and shows
  • Floor 2: No fast music
• Tonight’s Featured Local Musicians (curated by Rico & Marco): Andy Dehner (Bass), Rico Fischbacher (Drums), Fulvio Granata (Piano), Beni Frei (Trumpet), Neal Sugarman (Tenor Sax)

Sunday, June 1st @ el Social/el Boge (Max. 80 people):

• 19:00: Talk & Clips with Chester: “Dancers in Clips and Movies,” hosted by Muetze
• 20:30: Party with DJs in battle mode

Monday, June 2nd @ Circus Robinson (Max. 30-50 people):

• 19:00: Talk & Clips with Chester: “Chester’s World, Chester’s Favorites”
• 21:00 – 23:00: Social Dance (Organizers on the decks – DJs Muetze & bohéme)

Classes:

Choreo Class (Friday 16:15-17:30)

Learn a Dynamic Routine with the Legendary Chester Whitemore – ‘The Lord of Swing’ and Hollywood’s Go-to Choreographer!

Open Level, focus is on learning a choreographie.

Teachers Track (Friday 11:00 – 16:00) Elevate Your Teaching with Chester Whitemore, partnered with Malou Meyenhofer! Partnering with his long-term mentee, dedicated dancer and choreographer Malou Meyenhofer, join the legendary Chester Whitemore for an intensive 4-hour track designed for Afro-American Swing Dance instructors. Dive deep into routines, steps, and the history transmition from his ‘Teach the Teachers Teacher’ insights, drawing on his 55+ years of expertise.

Open to advanced swing dancers and current Lindy Hop/Solo Jazz teachers.

Lindy Hop INT (Saturday 14:45, Sunday 11:00) Elevate Your Swing with Chester Whitemore, partnered with Malou Meyenhofer!

Partnering with his long-term mentee, dedicated dancer and choreographer Malou Meyenhofer, join the incomparable Chester Whitemore, the ‘Lord of Swing,’ and tap into his vast knowledge accumulated over a lifetime of dancing. This class will introduce intermediate Lindy Hop concepts, focusing on new moves and styling, all while benefiting from Chester’s unparalleled insights.

Open to Beginner to Intermediate levels.

Lindy Hop ADV (Saturday 11:00, Sunday 14:45) Push Your Boundaries with Chester Whitemore, partnered with Malou Meyenhofer! Partnering with his long-term mentee, dedicated dancer and choreographer Malou Meyenhofer, join the incomparable Chester Whitemore, the ‘Lord of Swing,’ and tap into his vast knowledge accumulated over a lifetime of dancing. This class will delve into advanced Lindy Hop concepts, focusing on complex rhythms, intricate styling, and dynamic partner connection, all while benefiting from Chester’s unparalleled insights.

Open to dancers from Intermediate-Advanced up to Advanced+ levels.

SoloJazz INT (Saturday 16:15, Sunday 12:30) Foundations & Grooves (Beginner/Intermediate)

Get your solo groove on! This fun and energetic class will introduce you to the fundamental steps and rhythms of Solo Jazz. Learn classic moves and work on your basics direct with a master and legend of the art , and explore foundational styling and improvisation. Perfect for those new to Solo Jazz or looking to solidify their basics.

Open to all levels, from beginner to intermediate.

SoloJazz ADV (Saturday 12:30, Sunday 16:15) Explorations & Flow (Intermediate/Advanced)

Ready to expand your solo vocabulary and find your flow? This class will delve into more complex steps, syncopations, and stylistic variations within the Solo Jazz tradition. Explore musicality, improvisation techniques, and dynamic movement to elevate your solo dancing. Open to dancers with some Solo Jazz experience, from intermediate to advanced levels.

Friday Talk & Party: more Infos https://swingdanceevents.ch/event/friday-night-at-masters-of-swing-dance-an-evening-with-a-legend/