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April 2007
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DanceTalk * 4-24-07
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Happy Birthday wishes to Leroy Rathcamp,
Carolyn Grimaldi, John Crescione, Carmen Wright,
Jean DelPrado, Teddy Dormoi, Alysa
Haas, Silvia Piccinini, Gene Rombola and
Wendy Lippincott,
This coming Sunday, April 29th marks international "Dance
Day". this has been celebrated for twenty five years, since
1982
"So You Think You Can Dance" 2006 dance champion Benji
Schwimmer appears in the newest dance video by Christina
Aguilera called Candyman. Benji partners with Christina, your recognize
his trademark smile.
Speaking of So You Think You Can Dance, Season 3
Premieres on Thursday, May 24th, on Fox channel with two audition
episodes. Then on Wednesday, May 30th, a special two-hour
episode.
Tickets for this coming weeks Dance Central Station
will be on sale at Stepping Out and this Tuesday at Michael's Cafe. See
Billy Marti for the advanced ticket price.
Seven years ago, the music industry lost a beautifully gifted singer.
Vicki Sue Robinson burst on the dance scene with one
of the all time greatest hits, 'Turn The Beat Around'. This song has
since been covered by many other artists. Born May 31st 1954, Vicki Sue
went onto have many other hits.
April 23 - 26 is the Latin Music Conference and Awards
presented by Billboard magazine at the Intercontinental in Miami.
This weeks edition of DanceTalk is sponsored by Swing Dance
America and Dance Central Station. See
all the details below.
Make it a great week,
Ron
"Spot Light"
--------------Evie Hoover--------------
She had a knack for the hustle and excelled at teaching. This young
lady had the look and was invited to join one of the most prestigious
dance troops of the day. As one of the first dancers to represent New
York City on the syndicated television show "Dance Fever," Evie Hoover
Roderer is not your typical Disco Diva.
For five years she ate, slept and thought nothing other then the
hustle. With an impeccable dance resume, and a long list of
achievements, in 1980, she quietly slipped into the night and started
the next chapter of her life, outside of the hustle circle. "
I was just in the preverbal right place at the right time," remembers
Evie.
Growing up in Elizabeth, NJ back in the early 60's, I began dancing at
8 years old. I remember not only learning all the ballroom dances, but
being introduced to the "proper" way to dress and conduct ourselves"
reminisces Evie. Like many, her dance idols growing up were Fred
Astaire & Ginger Rogers. The year was 1975, and Evie was now
attending school in Manhattan as a photography major. She came across
an opportunity to instructor at the Fred Astaire Dance Studio at 5th
Ave. "This is where I learned an awesome new dance called the Hustle"
Evie recalls. A year later, she moved from the city to Forrest Hills,
Queens and began teaching at PJ's Dance Charisma, located on
Metropolitan Ave. "I was impressed that the owners were very serious
about keeping a high professional standard with all that we did,
explains Evie. "From our dress code to how we interacted with the
students and our weekly training sessions... we gave our
best." At PJ's she made friends with many talented dancers
including Lori McKay, Billie Burk, Mr. Kiev, Jose Solano and Bobbi
Petri
In 1977 , Evie had that special connection, the type that every teacher
yearns for. She took on a new student, a very talented gentlemen. For
the next two years she would work with this rising star. "His name is
synonymous with the Hustle - Wingo Hom, who has been dancing ever
since." I look at Wingo and I'm so grateful to him (and others like
him) for helping to keep the Hustle alive," an appreciative Evie
shares. As a teacher, Evie learned all the different ballroom dances
but the Hustle was her favorite. Disco was in full bloom and contests
were popping up everywhere. New York became the flagship for the finest
discotheques and hustle dancing. Along with her partner, Pat Taverna,
she would enter hustle contests at different night clubs. In 1979, this
hot new team captured one of the most prestigious competitions of the
day. This event was held at the exclusive discotheque, Club Regines.
Their first place win opened a huge door for an invitation to appear
and compete on the brand new, nationally televised show , "Dance
Fever." Merv Griffen's Dance Fever became the number one watched prime
time show. If that wasn't enough, Evie was then offered to
join a newly formed dance group called the "Disco Dance Stars" whose
founding couple were Floyd Chisholm & Nelly Cotto.
Floyd and Nelly had recently been crowned the King & Queen of
Disco. Their dance troop was in great demand. Another couple
was recruited to join, a newly paired twosome, that would go on to win
the United States Championships, none other then Lisa Nunziella and
Arte Phillips. "I was back in the right place at the right time" smiles
Evie. " When it came to the hustle these dancers were the best of the
best." The Disco Dance Stars were booked to perform in Israel. They
toured the country from north to south, performing at large stadiums,
concert halls and on a popular Israeli TV talk show. Our home base was
the Sheraton Hotel in Tel Aviv. On the street we were recognized as
"those American Hustle dancers," We were such a popular draw at the
club that the Sheraton offered to keep us an extra week, ALL expenses
paid." Now that was cool." Like all great dancers, Evie
continued to train and was under the direction of Pierre Dulaine. World
renown and a Blackpool Champion, (Dulaine was portrayed last year in
the hit movie 'Take The Lead'). What an amazing individual, exclaims
Evie. For five years, Evie danced and danced and danced. In 1980, she
moved back to New Jersey where she met her future husband. The
following year they would be married and her son waltzed his way into
our lives in 1982. "So I did a quick step onto the family scene and
completed my routine with my daughter in 85." I just changed hats.
Dancing was put on hold, but she never lost her desire or love for
dancing. Like mother, her daughter Rachel began studying ballet as soon
as she could walk. During her dance recitals, one year part of the
program was dedicated to Evie and Rachel doing a ballroom medley
dedicated to her childhood idols, the incomparable Fred &
Ginger. As the years turned, Evie never lost her love for dancing. She
would continue to watch and consume every show on TV that included
dancing. 15 years had now pasted when she by chance met Denise Sanchez,
a professional photographer. Denise was covering an assignment for her
Allentown newspaper that brought the two together. Since Evie had was
an avid student of photography, she wanted to meet Denise, just to say
hello. " We struck up a polite conversation that innocently led us to
talking about other interests outside of our jobs. Denise mentioned
dancing and she "immediately had my full attention." She couldn't
believe it; the Hustle is still alive and well. Again, in the right
place at the right time," an excited Evie shares. On the recommendation
of Denise, Evie began attending Michael's' Cafe in Pa. One night she
experienced one of those "moments that you only see in the movies." I
had not heard anything about him in 27 years and now he is dancing a
few feet away from me. There he was, Wingo Hom, and he looks the same.
That was a flash from the past. Too amazing! Then two years
later, there is this terrific dancer at Michael's Cafe that Wingo
introduces me too. Wingo uses my nickname "Evie" but this person says
to me "I don't know an Evie Hoover but I know an Eveleth exclaims Artie
Phillips.
"For me dancing is an ever present passion. Even though I switched from
dancer to Mom & wife, the passion has never left me," reflects
Evie. Being able to dance is a "gift" that God has given me. It brings
me great joy, whether I am a spectator or participant. It is a part of
who I am. I am happy for the many wonderful people that have entered my
life.....I am so grateful for my kind and thoughtful husband and 2
terrific children who have allowed me to enjoy it. Even the person with
"2 left feet" has every right to the joy of dancing. If I helped to
encourage anyone to that end, I'm blessed.
Evie is not your typical disco diva, she doesn't adorn fancy sequin
outfits, no braggadocio persona, just a glowing smile. Today, she is
still an active social dancer happy to have been part of a special
dance era that still warms her heart today.
Big Apple - recognition
I would like to congratulate my students from Roberto's Dance
Studio for a job well done placing ALL 1st at The Big Apple Dance
Championships.
Ali Cebollero “ Pro Am Amer. Rhythm, Junior New Comer, Silver
1st Place Cha Cha, Gold 1st Place Hustle and Honors 1st Place Salsa
Bianca Disimino “ Pro Am Female Amer Rhythm, Jr. Open Bronze,
Gold 1st Place Cha Cha, Silver 1st Place East Coast, Honors 1st Place
Hustle, Gold 1st Place Rumba and Gold 1st Place Salsa
Bianca Battaglia “ Pro Am Amer Rhythm, Junior Pre Bronze,
Gold 1st Place Cha Cha, Silver 1st Place East Coast, Gold 1st Place
Hustle, Gold 1st Place Salsa
Rosa Paredez “ Pro Am Amer Rhythm, Adult A Full Gold, Gold
1st Place Cha Cha, Silver 1st Place East Coast, Silver 1st Place
Bolera, Gold 1st Place Mambo
Kelly Briggs “ Pro Am Amer Rhythm, Adult A New Comer, Honors
1st Place Hustle, Honors 1st Place Salsa, Pro Am Amer. Rhythm Adult A
Pre Bronze, Honors 1st Place Hustle, Gold 1st Place Hustle, Honors 1st
Place Salsa
Claudia Cebollero “ Pro Am Female Amer Rhythm Adult B, Full
Bronze Gold 1st Place Hustle
Marsha Katz “ Amer Rhythm Adult C Pre Bronze, Gold 1st Place
Hustle Gold 1st Place Salsa, Amer. Rhythm Adult C Full Bronze, Gold 1st
Place Hustle, Gold 1st Place Salsa
DanceTalk * 4-17-07
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Happy Birthday wishes to Susan Marolda,
Denise Hackman, Mike Minichello, Doreen Druch,
Sonya Elmore, Theo Stafford, Celeste Pfefferle,
Christopher Hemmer, Tom Roberts and Ron
Rochester
The monthly WCS party at Dancesport (in New York),
changes to Thursdays nights starting in May. Join your host and DJ
Steve Neeren on May 17th from 9:30PM -12:30 AM http://www.strictlywestie.com
See more details below.
Are you ready for the hottest night of spring? Dance Central
Station is just days away, Friday, April 27th at Stepping Out
in NY. Featuring "You be the judge dance contest," No fee to enter,
competition will be held in 2 parts, a. A heat in all three categories.
Winner in each category advances to solo spot (hustle, salsa,
WCS, ECS, acceptable. b. solo spot should be no more than 2
1/2 - 3 minutes (tricks are encouraged). open level (pro-pro/ pro-am/
Am-Am), contestants could enter more than one category.
Only one couple wins. See all the details below.
This Wednesday, April 18th, check out HustleJam in
Manhattan, they will be hosting a dance contest at Stepping Out
Studio's. Nelson "Paradise" Roman is the DJ. See all the details below.
Professional Hip Hop and Hip Hop Fusion Dance Companies
sought to perform at the 9th Annual San Francisco Hip Hop DanceFest,
presented at the prestigious Palace of Fine Arts Theatre, November
16-18th 2007.
Miss Discoamerica, Donna Boyle has an additional
website. Log on at http://www.donnaboyle.com be sure
to hold the dates for Disco America 2007 at the Clarion Hotel Atlantic
City NJ, July 5 - 8,
Next week in DanceTalk®, a spotlight
feature on a dancer that hit the hustle scene in 1975 and hasn't
stopped dancing since. Stay tuned.
This weeks edition of DanceTalk® is sponsored by Stardust
Weekends and Dance Central Station. Visit
Stardust Weekends at http://www.stardustdance.com
See more details below.
Make it a great week,
Ron
DanceTrivia
* Paul Jabaru (Last Dance) cowrote the hit song "Its Raining Men" with
Paul Schaffer from the David Letterman Show. Both Diana Ross and Donna
Summer all turned down the song before going to the Weather
Girls.
*Only a few dancers have achieved championship success over
the course of multiple decades. Competing and still
winning today, Kelvin Roche has changed partners but continues to win -
from the 70's into the new millennium.
* Still to this day, no other artist has had five songs simultaneously
on the top ten song chart. Only the BeeGees have achieved 5 songs, all
at the same time, in the top ten.
* Dance Legend, Ralph Lew led the way for many Latin and hustle
dancers. His dance troops and reviews performed all over the country.
Ralph & Lucille created the first Latin weekend dance festivals
in the Catskill Mountains in NY.
* Sony music industry introduced to the world the first compact disc
(CD) player in 1982. Twenty-five years ago.
* The first hustle convention kicked off in New York City in 1995.
'Hustle USA' was the collaboration of Maria Torres, Donna Boyle, Debra
Hampton and David Sarul.
* Ron Bermudez created the Salsa Angles in 1965, performing and working
with many greats from the Latin and Hustle world from New York to
California, Ron later started Radio KBRG -FM.
* Funk master Rick James "Super Freak" had a string
of hits. His first group was called the Mynah Birds. Rock star Neil
Younger was also in the band.
Stardust Dance Weekend
What a great get away, a dance weekend in the Catskill
Mountains. If you love a wonderful setting, dancing non - stop all
weekend and an all inclusive weekend.....the Stardust is for you. June
15th to the 17th, your be dazzled at Kutshers Country Club in
Monticello New York. Its a little Vegas, a tad of a first class cruise
line and lots of Dirty Dancing all wrapped up in one, making it the
ultimate in ballroom dancing,
Stardust includes over 65 dance workshops for all levels, amateur dance
contest, dance showcases, top ballroom - Latin - Tango - Hustle DJs,
all you can eat meals and non stop dancing on four different
floors. The top teachers and performers are brought in from all over
the country to make this a memorable weekend. Join Fran Chesleigh,
Donna DeSimone, Jackie Horner, Nick Lecakes, Teddy Kern, Norton
& Agi Hyman, Gene & Naomi Anolick, Ben Murtha &
Esther Odescalchi, Andrew D'Angelo, Frank Elia, Angel Garcia-Clemente,
Sandra Antognazzi, Michael Jagger, Evia Arce, Luis Grijalva &
Anya, Brian & Jennie Nash, Dennis Tremblay, Bonnie Herbert
Diaz, Jason Colacino, Mariana Parma, Lou Brock, Heather Gehring, Peter
Locuratolo, Norma Granofsky. Come see why dancers keeping coming back
every year for this incredible all inclusive weekend. Dance, dance,
dance and don't forget there is boating, swimming, hiking, tennis, golf
and more. Visit the site at http://www.stardustdance.com or
write stardust@pronetisp.net
DanceTalk * 4-12-07
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Happy Birthday wishes to Disco Dave Sarul, Kerri
Bicking, Bruce Levy,
Eileen Bates, Judy Churchray and
Tariq Brown.
Selena Quintanilla-Perez was born this day thirty -
six years ago. This gifted singer was just on her climb towards
international success when she met her senseless death. Her life was
portrayed by Jennifer Lopez in the motion picture Selena. She passed
away 12 years ago at the young age of only 24 years old. A modern day
tragedy.
Last month, Joey Commentucci under went
arthroscopic surgery for a torn meniscus in his right knee. He suffered
a set back this week with a blood clot in his calf. He is now at home
and on his way to recovery.
One of the hottest commodities in dance is New York's own, Lisa
Nunziella, she is on the brink of releasing her newest DVD, "Dance
to Enhance." An eclectic blend of dance, yoga,
pilates and breathing. Stay tuned for more details.
The newest birthday pictures from Michael's Cafe
are now available for your viewing, courtesy of Fred,
visit http://whatsnew.fredf.fotki.com/
It just keeps on getting better, just added to the "Dance
Central Station," the reunion of Donna Boyle & David
Padilla. They won on the original Dance Fever show and will perform on
April 27th. Be sure to purchase your tickets in advance, for only
$15.00 at Stepping Out Dance studios. See all the details below.
Visit the Hustle Hall Of Fame for our the newest
members. Also, many new pictures have been posted. Don't forget to
nominate candidates for the Top Of The Class and Competitors
categories. http://www.hustlehalloffame.com/
For the complete list of the 2007 Hustle Teacher Directory,
visit the website at http://www.mjames.org/ronninstructors.html
This weeks edition of DanceTalk® is sponsored by Bootcamp
in New York and The Easterns,
taking place May 10 - 13, hosted by Barry Durand, at the Hilton
Washington Dulles, register at http://www.DanceEasterns.com,
Events & Videos: http://www.BarryDurand.com
Make it a great week,
Ron
The
Easterns (Washington Dance Challenge)
With so many events and competitions, which ones do you attend?
The key to a successful event is pleasing all the attendees. As simple
as it sounds, this is an enormous task but that's what
separates some event organizers from the pack. Barry Durand
has a history. As a former 'Dance Fever' television champion, Barry has
conquered many dance quests, as the publisher of his own national Dance
magazine, he has been organizing dance competitions for nearly three
decades.
The Easterns, one of the longest running dance competitions in the
country celebrates its 20th anniversary and high - kicks off on May
10 - 13th in beautiful Washington, DC. The
competition has an extensive menu that offers dishes for every
dance appetite. Swing, hustle, country, line dancing plus more. Always
a fun, friendly atmosphere, your enjoy over 40 workshops, competitions,
variety show - "70's Disco Dance Review" choreographed by Joyce Szili,
a great hotel setting with 2 ballrooms and the famous lobby dance floor
and a talented staff including Sam & Denise Miller,
Robert & Nicola Royston, John Lindo, Arte Phillips, Brian
& Silvana Gallagher, Dean & Dawn Garrish, ken Roesel,
Kevin Fitzhugh & Tammy Brown, Joyce Szilli, Dave Moldover,
Shawn Martin, Chris Jo & Lisa Schaup, Frank G, Debra Lynn, Mary
Ann Nunez, Don't delay, its only one month away at the Hilton
Washington Dulles Hotel, register now at http://www.DanceEasterns.com,
Events & Videos: http://www.BarryDurand.com
http://www.MyDanceLesson.com
Do your homework, review the menu and weigh out all the options, this
is one event that you don't want to miss. Congratulations to Barry
Durand for 20 years of non stop dance excitement.
Top Dance Songs
Spring into the dance heat with the hot new sounds that are pulsating
in the dance clubs thru out the country. These are the newest songs
catching the DJs attention.
Inaya Day - U Spin Me
Samantha James - Rise
Young Love -
Discotech
Nelly Furtado - Say It Right
Dawn Tallman - You Are Why
Leana - Embrace Me
Jennifer Hudson - And I Am Telling You I'm Not
Going
Henri - Some Girls
Blush - It's My Life
Maya Azucena - Make It Happen
Koishii & Hush Featuring Catherine McQueen - Time
After Time
Camille Jones - The Creeps
Ultra Nate - Automatic
Justin Timberlake - What Goes Around...Comes Around
Chris The Greek - Panaghi Pump
Letters to the editor
Hi Ron,
Do you have any other pictures of Floyd Chisholm? I met a guy who says
he is the one and the same. I am trying to see a better picture of his
face to see if he really is the same person. He told me lot about the
whole disco dancing championship among other things...sounds like he
knows what he is talking about.
I'm afraid I am not at liberty to say where I met him, just that I see
him everyday and would like to know for sure if what he says is true.
Thank you in advance for any help.
Debbie L.
>>>>>>>>>>>
"Ron,
I think I have to say something on behalf of my friend David.
Wow, This blows me away...It was a shock to me upon hearing this
news. I remember when I saw him
only last year after so many years without bumping into each other. So
warm and so happy to see me as I was with him. I'm saddened by his
passing and will try
to convey these words correctly for him...even with the knot growing in
my throat. Instinctively, memories of David flooded my mind when I
found out...I'd like to share some of those memories with everyone and
to those of you who knew him.
I grew up with Dave. We were just a couple of blocks away from each
other on the border of Bklyn and Qns. I was just a pup when I marveled
at his salsa dancing. A
place called Normandies is where we used to frequent for hustle and
Latin. Dave, "Cowboy" and Rodrigo(I believe that was his
name) were some of the most fantastic Latin dancers I have ever
seen. To this day I haven't seen Latin dancing like that. Few
come close - and those that do...well, if you've ever been to Alexis
and clubbed Latin at the time, then you know who you are.
David took me under his wing and invited me to his place for lessons. I
still remember some of the steps he taught me and his tutelage was
great. Always helpful, always instructional when I didn't do
it "just right". Unfortunately it never stuck - I
was way too much into Hustle and surrounded by great Hustle dancers at
the time. Brenda, Linda, Diane, Michael, the "Colombo" brothers to name
a few used to get together every weekend at Normandies. This
is where I first met David and where I received my first impression on
Latin dancing. Latin can be done in a variety of ways by many peeps -
but not with David and his crew...not these guys, these guys made you
stop, step back and
watch. Each one had a unique signature style. Each one had an
assortment of impressive moves one after the other. They put on a show
and It was great! We knew a popular DJ at the time, "Eddie", which
means we knew everyone and everyone knew David. This is where we honed
our skills and watched David do his thing.
Always with a jacket, jeans and boots...a warm smile and his classic
signature style - that's how I will always remember him... God Bless
you David and thank you for the memories. Your Friend Always,
Douglas"
Last Call - Bootcamp
Hustle Bootcamp, kicks off at 12:00 Noon this Sunday, April 15th. In
addition to "Basic Training," which will progress those students who
want to learn Hustle (or need to tidy up their Hustle Basics) through
an entire 6-workshop syllabus of basic Hustle material, develop insight
and understanding of Hustle, and learn to obey the very simple rules
for the dance floor...in addition to "Battlefield Maneuvers," which
will cover some pretty cool amalgamations and introduce some styling
for the men as well as the ladies in 6 completely different pattern
workshops...in addition to our "TOP GUN" workshops, which cover the
more advanced styling, footwork, rhythm changes, etc., that you'll
encounter while watching the top social dancers (from the varying
perspectives of a number of invited professionals, to give you a
broader view of the modern state of Hustle)... we at 'Dance upon a
time'.... Dance Studio, also offer "Special Ops" training, which cover
the necessary skills, often overlooked in your typical group classes,
and which most dancers put "on hold" while they continue to accumulate
pattern after pattern after pattern. These "skills classes"
are specifically designed for the dancer who is already dancing, and
can't quite figure out why their turns are unbalanced, their leading
(and following) technique is considered unclear by their partners, and
never seem to be in the right place at the right time, or at least
where their partner expects them to be. We've developed six
skills classes (and are considering adding several others) to help
dancers understand the Hustle "Rules of Engagement." Like any
other dance, pattern is only a small part of the dancing.
Technique, floorcraft, following the characteristic "rules of the
dance," are the primary skills which are usually never taught in a
group class. At our Hustle Bootcamps, we feel these parts of
the dance are so completely necessary that we offer classes in skills
training alone. Contact: Bobbi @ 516 358-4099 or Doug @ 917 566-3445 or
email DHDanceTeacher@aol.com for any additional information on the
skills classes, the Bootcamp in general, or the ALL NIGHT HUSTLE DANCE
following the dinner break after the workshops. Register/Pay online @
http://mydanceevent.com/ website
(Hustle Bootcamp online registration)
DanceTalk * 4-3-07
Wishing everyone a happy and safe Easter and Passover
Happy Birthday wishes to Nino Torre, Bill
Poulter, Shari Kahn Miller,
singer extrordianire Carol "Doctors Orders"
Douglas, Cheryl Highwarden, Jose Salono,
Brian Winokur, Tom Banner and
Lisa Abelson.
New York dancer Susan Perla was recently diagnosed
with bone cancer and is undergoing treatment at NYU Medical Center.
Please keep her in your thoughts and prayers. You can send cards
to: 235 West 102nd St. #1 New York, NY 10025.
Pictures from the Boston Tea Party dance comp,
courtesy of Erik Novoa, visit the site at http://www.swingshoes.net/main.html
Now's the time to get down in the trenches and get ready for Bobbi
Petri's FOURTH HUSTLE BOOTCAMP, on Sunday, April
15th. The Bootcamp starts at 12:00 noon, and you can attend
all or any of three Workshop sessions which include FOUR levels of
classes running simultaneously. Two classes per session,
three sessions, four levels -- that's 24 TOTAL workshops (choose as
many as 6 throughout the day). Advance registration is
strongly recommended. Dinner is available with advanced
registration/payment, and an all-night Hustle Party will follow the
workshops. It will be the biggest and best Bootcamp
yet! We are expecting several guest instructors, and DJ
Nelson "Paradise" Roman will be spinning for the
"after-party." An early bird discount is available if you pay
by Sunday, April 8th. Get back on top of your game and sign
up for Bootcamp. There is something for everybody. Call (917) 566-3445
or 516 358-4099. Email dhdanceteacher@aol.com See more
details below.
Don't miss the twirl girl on her triumphant return to the Delaware
Valley area. Jenn Lyons brings her hot dance style
to the Philly area. She turned it up at MadJam, don't miss this WCS
superstar on April 13th and 14th. See more below.
He needs your votes: Brian Fortuna is a Latin
dancer from Haddon Heights, NJ, a graduate from Camden Catholic. He
teaches at his mother's studio in Collingswood. Brian started dancing
professionally at 14. Aside from winning dance competitions like the
2003 North American Amateur Latin Championships & the 2005
Imperial Dancesport Championships, he has appeared in the motion
picture, The Aviator and in the television show, South Beach. Vote
Monday night at http://www.abc.go.com
We hope you enjoy the second part of the 2007 Hustle Teacher
Directory. The entire listing can be seen at the
website http://www.mjames.org/ronninstructors.html
Did we miss you? If you were not included please
forward your
teaching information to Mark James (dannsirs@yahoo.com) for
inclusion in the Hustle Teacher Directory website.
This weeks edition of DanceTalk® is sponsored by Bobbi
Petri's Bootcamp, on April 15th, the place to get down and
dirty & brush up on all your hustle steps. Read all about it
below http://www.mydanceevent.com/LessonDetail.aspx?EventID=4
Next Week, (holidays) DanceTalk will not go out until mid
week. Make it a great week,
Ron
Swing Dance America
One of the most anticipated dance events of the year is just weeks
away.
Swing Dance America takes place April 26 - 29th. But you must act
now. The
block of Hotel rooms for Thursday night are just
about sold out. Visit the website for details and availability. There
is a team challenge and a search for the best.
Team Challenge - What region, Club, Group, or part of
the country has the best dancers today? Any Club, Any Region,
Any State or States, Any Group can form a Team to compete for the Team
Trophy. Points are split if the winning dancers pair up from
different Teams, Clubs, States, or Regions.
Hustle Dance Party in Hustle Room on Friday and Saturday nights. Hustle
greats Silvana Gallagher and Nino DiGiulio are on staff.
Hustle Competitions include Just Hustle, Jack & Jill Hustle,
and Pro-Am Hustle. A new addition to the event: Dancing With The Stars
Auction on Friday night outlined below: 1. Bid on you favorite Pro at
the event. 2. Winning bidders are whisked away for a half hour
private lesson with the Pro.
3. Pro's and bidders are brought back for a Dancing with the Stars
Strictly Swing competition
4. Placements and prizes will be awarded!
5. Proceeds donated to the local Boys & Girls
Club.
As you can see this is an incredible, creative weekend designed for
dancing and fun.
There are two ballrooms, that will cater to Swing and Hustle. Many
super stars are on staff including: Robert & Nicola Royston,
Jimmy Mulligan, Kyle Redd, Sara Van Drake, Ben Morris, Melina Rameriz,
Arjay Centeno, Melissa Rutz, Kristen Geil-Ham, Monty Ham, Silvana
Gallagher and Nino DiGiulio. Hold the dates April 26- 29, in Milwaukee,
WI. at the Milwaukee Hilton City Center 1-800-Hiltons (request the
Swing Dance rate) For additional info
970-979-1573 http://www.swingdanceamerica.com/
Hustle / Disco Directory (part 2)
Melody L. Cochran
Tarzana, CA
adancindiva@aol.com or Melody@MelodyCochran.com
(818) 395-1120
http://www.MelodyCochran.com
Nino DiGiulio
Chicago, Illinois
http://www.MayIHaveThisDance.com
info@mayihavethisdance.com
773-635-3000
Keith Harrison
NY
Damielles Dance Studio
219 Jamaica Ave Woodhaven, Queens
Salsa and hustle
516/557-6560
Keepitmovin2001@aol.com
Pat Korn
Atlanta, Georgia
Hustle, Swing, Ballroom (Fox Trot, Waltz, Tango
Quickstep, Viennese Waltz,), Latin (Cha-Cha
Rhumba, Samba, Mambo, Salsa, Bolero, Merengue)
Night Club 2-step 404-325-5676 patkorn@mindspring.com
Debbie Lynn
Gaithersburg, Maryland
Hustle, WCS, CW 2-Step, Salsa & Cha Cha
dancewithdebbie@comcast.net
home studio # 240.235.9235
cell # 301.653.9632
http://dcdancenet.com/dancewithdebbie/
Karen Lupo
Long Island & New York City
Hustle, Adagio, NY "2", WCS & Salsa + Rhythm & Smooth
krnlupo@yahoo.com
631-732-1319
http://www.mjames.org/markkaren.html
Miguel Marrero
NewYork/Northern New Jersey
Hustle/Theatre Arts
(917) 312-1757
miguelmarrero1@hotmail.com
http://www.miguelmhustleonone.com
Bill Marti
aka " Prince of Hustle"
stepping out dance studio/ independent
hustle, salsa, jazz, hip hop, theatre arts
choreography in all styles
cell 1-917-496-3667
moralesmarti@aol.com
Daniel McGee
Philadelphia, PA
Top Hat Dance Studio
Hustle and Ballroom
215-676-3100 , daniel@tophatdancestudio.com
Steve Neeren
NY, NY
DANCESPORT IN NYC;
Hustle & West Coast Swing.
(212) 586-3849
Email- djwcswing@nyc.rr.com
Erik Novoa /
SwingShoes
Entertainment LLC
Connecticut & New York City
Hustle & West Coast Swing
http://www.SwingShoes.net
SwingShoes@aol.com
Lisa Nunziella
Los Angeles, CA
Hustle, Salsa on 2, Hip Hop, liftwork
310-628-9265
http://www.dancewithlisa.com
Lisa@dancewithlisa.com
Louis J. Orlando
Freehold, NJ
Independent
Hustle
732-780-2862
kinglouie0412@aol.com
Bobby "O" Ossias
hustle dance teacher
swing city dance studio
7532 n.armenia avenue
tampa, florida 33604
http://www.dancetampa.com
oss@tampabay.rr.com
813-935-7458
Tony Pace
Conroe, Houston, & The Woodlands, Texas
Hustle & Salsa
832-795-2036
rcrankel@wt.net
http://www.tonypaceportfolio.com
Roberto Pagan
Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey
Roberto's Dance Studio/ Pioneer Club at 209 Jefferson Ave,
Hasbrouck Heights, NJ Hustle, Bachata, Bolero, Cha Cha,
Fox Trot, Hustle, Mambo, Merengue, Rumba, Salsa, Samba
Swing, Tango, Viennese Waltz, Waltz, WCS, Quickstep,
Jive, Paso Doble, Argentine Tango, Lindy Hop, Polka
Salsa Aerobics 201.288.1422, robertohustle@yahoo.com
Lisa "Sparkles" Paternoster
Levittown, NY
Independent (Also affiliated with Ballroom Legacy
Rhythms and Soul Studios)
Hustle, Ballroom, Latin and Swing
(516)241-3179
Dance@LisaSparkles.com
Dara Patrusky
Philadelphia, Pa.
hustle, WCS , salsa and free step
610-955-4610
André Phelps
Upper Darby, PA.
Independent
Hustle & Salsa
610-449-1595
ahpcap@rcn.com
Fred & Tina Price
Cleveland
OH
all about dancin' dance studio
hustle and west coast swing
26-288-7923
http://www.fredandtina.com
Ricky Quintana
New York, NY
Fazil's Dance Studio,
743 8th Ave. ( 46th & 47th St.), NY, NY 10036
Hustle, Salsa, Theatre Arts
(917)771-1594
http://www.myspace.com/rickyqdance
rickyq1@hotmail.com
Stephanie Risser
Philadelphia, PA
Dancesport Academy
Hustle, American Rhythm and Smooth, Ballet, International
Latin, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Modern dance
267-303-5277
srisserdance@yahoo.com
Luis &
Mary Ann
Rosa
Bayside, NY
Starlite Dance Studio, Bronx, NY
Hustle, Theater Arts
718 352-0578
http://www.latindanceconnection.com
latindanceconnection@yahoo.com
Gail Rundlett
Boston, MA
Tempo Dance Center
Hustle, Ballroom, Swing, Latin, American & International Styles
617-783-5467, gnrundlett@rcn.com
http://www.tempodancecenter.com
Julia St. Marie
Las Vegas, NVI
Hustle, Salsa, cha, rumba, american tango, argentine tango
WCS, foxtrot, waltz, etc
702-355-4663
dancestuff4u@earthlink.net
Gary Ulaner
Los Angeles, CA
Caltech Ballroom Dance Club
Hustle, West Coast Swing, Night Club 2 Step
323-640-0368
ulaner@usc.edu
http://www.its.caltech.edu/~ballroom/
Kimberly Vanaman
Boston, MA
Tempo Dance Center
Hustle Specialist, plus ECS, Am. style Ballroom
and Jazz Dance.
(617)965-4054
jskg-vanaman@att.net
George Velazquez
Dacula GA
Hustle, and all ballroom dances, Tango Argentino
Since 1973 - George Showstoppers
770-513-1712
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