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March 2007
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DanceTalk * 3-27-07
Happy Birthday wishes to Mike Reher, Deano
"Dino" Georgio,
Jesus Tomazo, Judy Secoda and Christine
Mayor.
Dancing with the Moms, visit the website for details
on how to take part. Visit the site for the Good Morning America Show
at http://www.ABC.com
One of the most successful and popular DJs of the dance era, Nicky
Siano has released a new record, Power Of Love - featuring
Arline Burton. Visit his site at
http://www.axisofdance.com
Second time around, Joey Commentucci is having
arthroscopic surgery on March 30th for a torn meniscus in his right
knee. It is the same knee he had surgery on 18 months ago. We
hope to see him back in action for Disco America this summer.
New photos from:
Silvana Gallaghers birthday bash courtesy of Fred,
http://www.fredf.fotki.com/silvana07/silvana07020.html -
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Ron Morrison's birthday bash -
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and
Big Al courtesy of Scott
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We had an abundance of letters in response to our feature - Meeting
Mr/Miss right. They are insightful, witty and from the heart.
Thank you to all those that wrote. We apologize that we could not
publish all the letters. See some of them below.
A new venue for WKTU DJ/mixologist Jenny Costa,
every Thursday night at Long Islands newest super pub "Lily Flanigans",
located at 345 Deer Park Ave. Babylon, NY
http://www.lilyflanaganspub.com/
631-539-0816
Did you vote for Brian Fortuna and Shandi Finnessey
on Dancing With the Stars?
Support our local dancer and tune in on Monday & Tuesday nights
for the show.
http://abc.go.com
This coming weekend there are a number of charity events
and fund raisers. Please support these great dances. They are all for
important causes and they need your help. See all the details below.
A big 50th birthday bash takes place on May 6th, Sunday evening at
Swing City in Tampa Florida for Bobby O, some of
the guest DJs include Frank Pellici, Dennis Amato, DJ Barry, Bobby from
Tampa and Nino Torre from Virginia. Details below.
Next week in DanceTalk®, part 2 of the Hustle Teacher
Directory.
This weeks edition of DanceTalk is sponsored "Swing Dance
America" taking place in Milwaukee, April 26-29, 2007. A
weekend of Swing, Hustle and more. Come join Glenn Miller as he bring
the finest to Wisconsin. See more details below.
http://swingdanceamerica.com/
Make it a great week,
Ron
'Spot Light'
Billy Marti
Whether you're at a dance social or major competition, this hustle
dancer jumps in and out of the limelight at the drop of a hat. His
charisma and high energy instantaneously grabs your attention.
He truly has hustle DNA, mixing street dance, jazz and ballet into one.
Billy Marti, AKA "Prince Of Hustle," is the unsung hero in the hustle
community.
Billy is old school but on the cutting edge, (let me rephrase that),
the bleeding edge of contemporary hustle dancing. His exciting, crisp
style of hustle is high energy: classic with long lines and eye
catching speed. He gets noticed and it's created a buzz with flocks of
students attending his advanced level class at Stepping Out dance
studio in NYC. Billy not only performs and competes but loves to share
his love for dancing with others.
He has created the first "Central Station Dance" event taking place
April 27th at Stepping Out. His mission: to give back to fellow
dancers, help nurture new enthusiastic dancers while expressing his
passion for the hustle.
Billy started dancing at the age of 18. He first attended the "Phil
Black Dance Studio" in New York City thanks to a work/study program.
With great interest he quickly mastered the fundamentals of dance and
within a year realized he had found what would be his life's
passion. As his repertoire expanded to include other forms
such as ballet so did his experience with other dance studios like
"Broadway Dance Center," THEATRE DANCE AND STEPS. Within a
year, Bill was hired with his first dance partner, Nancy Melius to
perform in Israel as a "Fame" dancer with Robert Guillaume and Albert
Hague. During that same year, Billy was a featured performer in Evelyn
'Champagne' King's video entitled "Action". Billy then
performed in New York's first dance fashion show for LA Crasia gloves
with Artie Phillips and Nancy Melius. Continuing on the professional
dance circuit, Billy performed a solo spot with Jennifer Lopez in a
promotional feature for Chess King clothing. He earned
additional professional credits by dancing in major nightclubs with
"Freestyle's" singing artists "Corina, "Fascination," and
"Giggles." Over the years, Billy also toured with "Compania
Folklorica Latina," a national dance company in which he received
thousands of letters from adoring fans. This tireless dancer has
accumulated quite a resume in films and TV including ,"Funny
Valentine," "Alphabet City," "WB11 Morning News" and "FOX 5
News."
One night, when while watching a competition at a nightclub, Billy was
inspired when he discovered his new love for hustle theater arts. He
met the late, Wanda Soto who began teaching him in the art of
partnering. He soon began dancing and performing with Hustle Hall Of
Famer's Lisa Nunziella, Maria Torres, Nelly Cotto and Billy Fajardo.
Along with these dance pioneers, Billy fondly recalls the counseling
and direction he received from his hero the late and truly great, Eddie
Vega.
Billy has also received wonderful recognition for his talented
choreography. He has choreographed for "Eleganza Italiana," at the
Mariiott Marquis in NY, productions at one some of New York's more
famous nightclubs, " EL BARRIO USA" at Caroline's comedy club and his
work with Mario Vazquez of "American Idol."
Billy puts great pride in his ability to thoroughly prepare students
for showcase and dance competitions by articulating a music and
choreography mix that enhances the student's individual style and thus
complementing their strengths.
The prince is a regular at all the hustle dance competitions where he
competes with his students, professional partners, Jack & Jills
and performs in showcases.
Once again, he is selflessly going all out to put together a dance
party with all the bells and whistles. To help support Disco America
and ring the bell for hustle dancing, Billy has organized "Central
Dance Station." This unsung hero has put together a night of dance that
will have a line forming around the building. For all the details,
check below under April 27th. Your get to see Billy in action. After
watching Billy dance you'll reach the inescapable conclusion that this
guy loves to hustle.
Letters to the Editor (some of the feedback from 'meeting
Mr/Miss right)
Hi Ron,
My opinion on finding your soulmate on the dance floor. I
absolutely know you can find your soulmate on the dance floor as I
have. And you can dance professionally with that person as I
do. Whether it will work or not has nothing to do with
dancing or the scene. It has to do with what kind of people you are
from the heart. If you are well grounded people and have a strong sense
of self, mutual respect, and emotional maturity, you can have a
fulfilling, very rewarding relationship working with your partner, no
matter what the career may be.
>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
Hi Ron,
I also think or at least hope it is possible.... particularly
because you share a passion. Why are some of the very famous
TV and movie dance couples married for life? It is the same as in any
recreational venue. I know of other activity organizations where both
are very involved in the organization or activity and this is a large
connection for them. However, it does take a lot of strength,
character, maturity and definitely accountability to handle
things if the relationship does not work out as well as acceptance.
Communication - which is not a surprise - and boundaries also help.
Again as with anything, dance can be a shared life goal or
recreation.
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Ron , I met Stacy at Carol and Andres' about 3 years ago.
Thought there was something there just by looking in her eyes and the
touch of her hand, but the timing wasn't exactly right. Then a year
later she appeared at Michael's Cafe, while we were dancing I felt
something that was too good to ignore. So during the night I asked her
about the other places she went to dance the answer was LaLuna on
Fridays. So, me being an incurable romantic went there and no
Stacy! The following Tuesday she re-appeared at Michael's' .
I told her about me going to LaLuna and how disappointed I was that she
didn't appear so this time I made it a date which included a pre dance
drink at my house.
This time she showed up. .......... we have been together ever since
and I don't ever plan to have it any other way. I just can't figure out
which I enjoy more, watching her move on the dance floor or dancing
with her, luckily I have both.
As for the other remarks about relationships in the dance community. We
both have previous relationships throughout, and both still have very
good friends because of it. It is hard to be in a relationship with a
non-dancer when the feeling and the love for the Dance is in you. In my
case I still have a lot of great friends I've met on the dance floor
and dated and we remain friends.
R.M.
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To Mate or Not To Mate??.
'Mr. Right Now' was an established, highly accomplished, regular at
Michael's Cafe, while 'Ms. Always Right' was an unknown, 2nd year
rookie. Neither of them was familiar with other. They both
had their established circle of friends and dance peers so their paths
never crossed. That is until one fateful evening during a
mock leg contest among the dancers at Michaels. She was a
contestant, he a judge. His vote for her during this contest became the
catalyst for conversation, drinks and dances over the ensuing
weeks.
When the Universe decides the time is right, paths will cross
regardless of where you are. Apparently, the time, the place
and the people were all in superlative alignment. Two and a half years
later Mr. Right and Ms. Right are still having a blast. Had
there been preconceived notions about dating within the dance
community, their fate could have been significantly altered.
I attribute the success for their (or any) relationship based on a
combination of a mutual love of the dance and for fellow dancers;
reciprocal trust and respect; sharing your significant other on the
dance floor; realistic expectations and simply keeping it
fun. There is no room for jealously, possessiveness,
insecurity and above all no drama, no drama, NO DRAMA! One of
he perks of dating a dancer is a shared passion with someone you are
passionate about. The down side is living in a fishbowl where
your every move is scrutinized.
Ron, as the disco ball turns, you can attest to the joys of many
successful dance relationships as well as to the adversity born of the
not so triumphant ones. Should the unspeakable happen, this
particular couple has agreed to make every effort to remain cordial,
thus maintaining a tranquil existence in the dance
environment.
By establishing too many boundaries about dating or mating a dancer,
you may have, unknowingly, danced with the one that got
away.
Ms. Always Right
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Hello Ron,
I'd like to comment on some emails re: meeting a potential partner at
dance socials/clubs. I agree that it certainly is possible to meet the
right person on
the dance floor. But my feeling is that if you are really serious about
meeting the right guy/girl, dancing should be only part of the many
things you do to meet people. Getting trapped into the dance social
scene may limit your choice of candidates for dating. For those of you
going out social dancing 4-5 days a week, you might consider reducing
it and expanding your horizons to other activities while still enjoying
dance. If you live in a big city theres no excuse. Get out there and
expand your horizons; social events, museums, art openings, single
group activities,
lectures, hiking trips, wine tastings etc. And if you cant
bring yourself to leave the dance scene, then pick up a new dance or
try a different school and socialize with other dancers. Being well
rounded will just make you all that more interesting for a potential
candidate. And you might even be able to teach them a few moves.
Whatever you choose, make sure its right for you and enjoy!
AZ
DanceTalk * 3-20-07
Happy Birthday wishes to Lauren
Bess, Ron Morrison, Big AL Pasa,
John Titmus and Debbie
Ferguson.
Please take a moment to say a prayer for some of our dear friends.
Sara Jones - her mother passed away last
week - the victim of a brutal attack in California. We send
out condolences, prayers and love to Sara and her family. You can send
cards and letters to 1812 Finch Drive, Bensalem, PA 19020
Chris Bates - his mother, Geneva Jeffries passed
away on Saturday. She was living in South Carolina. We send our
condolences to Chris & Joann and their family &
friends. The viewing will be held at Cusick Funeral Home, 80
Mountain Ave. Somerville, NJ 08876 (908) 725-4100 on
Wednesday, March 21 from 2:00 to 4:00 and
7:00 to 9:00 PM
Get well soon wishes to dance pro Keith Gussoni. He
will be out of action for a couple of weeks as he recuperates from
recent shoulder surgery.
Andrew Moore, aka AJ, has recently been
hospitalized. We look forward to seeing him back at Michael's
Cafe. Get well soon.
Congratulations to Alexis James, the daughter of
Mark James & Giny Rae Scuirca.
Alexis was selected to perform in the show "Simply Ballroom" at the
Golden Nugget Hotel/Casino in Las Vegas. http://www.igoshows.com/reviews/review169.html
High five to dance champion Silvana Gallagher as
she virtually danced a marathon. Actually, it was her birthday dance at
Michael's Cafe but the men and ladies worked her for five high energy
songs. It was a great turnout for the big night.
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How about a super singing duet - Shakira and
Beyonce join forces for their new single, 'Beautiful Liar.'
Certain to be a hot hit this summer. The video is great too.
I hope you enjoy our in-depth look at "meeting a mate on the
dance floor."
We invite your feedback. Thank you to those dancers that shared their
feelings and experiences.
Good bye to the Roxy, the long time night club in
Manhattan has seen its last days. The site will be converted
into condo's. Many celebrities and DJs were on hand including
Madonna.
This weeks edition of DanceTalk® is sponsored by Westie
Weekend, dance champion Jennifer Lyons returns to the Pa/NJ
area for a hot weekend. Read all about it below. http://www.homestead.com/robandsheila
Make it a great week,
Ron
Westie Weekend
She is coming back. She turned it up last year and returns
April 13 thru the 15th to re-energize the Philly/NJ dancers. National
Champion Jennifer Lyons will be touching down in the Delaware Valley
while heating up the dance floor and melting the snow
outside. The entire weekend will be non-stop action:
workshops, great fun, private lessons and dancing. Jenn just kicked it
up at the 2007 Mad Jam and will have you dancing and learning
simultaneously. Winner of the 2005 US Open Dance Championship
Invitational Jack & Jill, Jennifer has accumulated a list of
awards and titles in the world of swing, which explains why she is
known as "Doctor Dance,".....credited with the gift and ability to spot
areas of needed improvement in her students. As a champion level
dancer, teacher, judge and competitor, Jen has accumulated some
incredible credentials: 1st ALL STARS Summer Hummer 2005, 1st BOSTON
TEA PARTY 2005, 1st America's Classic 2004, 1st WHDC Strictly Swing
2004, 1st Indy Swing 2003, 2nd Palm Springs New Year's 2005, 2nd WHDC
J&J 2004, 2nd MAD JAM 2004, 2nd Boston Tea Party 2003, 2nd
Swingin' New England 2002.........
Sign up early for workshops and guarantee yourself a spot - they will
fill up fast! These workshops are a must for improving your dance
skills and they WILL sell out.
For more price breakdowns, times, locations, hotels in the area,
directions and more see our website at http://www.homestead.com/robandsheila
. You won't want to miss this dance filled weekend - all right here in
the Philly/South Jersey area. If you're coming from out of
town/state....we've included the contact info for a few local
hotel/motels that are all within a 15 minute drive of the dance and
workshops. The Philly/S.Jersey area is a great place to visit with lots
of interesting things to do and places to see.
For more details call or visit: Rob and Sheila PH - 856-858-6753, C -
609-519-0078 Sheila, C - 609-519-0793 Rob bpurkey@yahoo.com Sheila
djrob01@comcast.net Rob
http://www.homestead.com/robandsheila
Finding Mr/Miss Right on the dance floor?
The question continues to elude us, "can you find that
special person when you go out dancing." Although that is not
everyone's objective, for many, dancing is the modern day vehicle
implemented to help make the 'real' connection.
We all hear different comments, usually negative, that discard the
thought of making a connection via dancing. You know like: your never
meet someone good at a club. If you want to find a boyfriend don't date
someone from the dance scene, or dancers are to cliquey don't waste
your time....the scenarios go on and on. Dancing appears to be a
wonderfully healthy way to meet new friends and maybe..... that
significant partner.
To better understand the odds and the likelihood of meeting Mr or Miss
Right, we have polled some of our experienced readers (the ones that
have achieved success and some that are still searching). Our
quest was to answer that mystical question: Can you meet that
soul mate, life mate, Mr. it or Miss Right, at a dance social or club?
I think your enjoy these candid responses.
R.B.
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Dating someone you meet in the dance circle can be good and bad. The
good thing is that you share a common passion and can really have a
great relationship through sharing the passion of dance. It can be fun,
exciting and you can make some wonderful friends together. The bad part
is when you have a disagreement it can really affect the relationship
depending upon the level of that relationship. To take the relationship
into a competitive dance, or professional dance level, I would never
recommend. You're with that person constantly and you have to compete
or perform like everything is just wonderful, when maybe it's really
not. If I've learned anything in life it's that everyone needs their
own space, and with a dance partnership that's a very hard space to
find. If the relationship can stay on a social dance level, then that
might be something I would say can be very special.
S.M.
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I think you can meet "the one" at a club or social.I do, however, think
that
people should be selective and not get "passed around." It's
great when your significant other can dance. It's a wonderful thing
that can be shared and enjoyed. But, hopefully dancers choose their
life partners on WHO they are and not how well they can dance. In a
way, meeting someone out dancing is a GREAT screening process
too.Usually dancers will warn other dancers when "danger" is near!!!
D.S.
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I have dated a number of ladies over the years that I have met by
dancing. Overall, it has been great. The problems occur when
you take your dance issues home with you. I think you have to separate
dancing, your job, relationships and friends. Once they begin to
overlap the problems begin. If you date and compete in dancing its like
dating someone at work. It creates issues. Dating and social dancing
seem to work best. Once you become a professional dancer, perform or
compete or both, it puts more stress on the relationship. Sad to say,
not many of those relationships last very long. If you meet the perfect
dance partner I think it is best not to date them as well. If you
decide that dating is more important which it might be then don't
compete or take your dancing to serious. If you do both, the blame game
begins. I guess it depends what is more important to
you?
J. T.
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I think it's very possible to meet your Mr/Miss Right at a dance social
or club. As a 20-year member of the NJ/NY dance scene, I've met many
wonderful dancers....and possible girlfriends. I've had a different
approach. I've steered away from possible partners who have dated the
other male dancers I knew. I envisioned my girlfriend to be out of the
circle of dancers I saw on a weekly basis. When I met someone from a
few states away, it was a refreshing and pleasant surprise. My advice
is to expand the locations where you dance......it might open up many
new possibilities.
S.S.
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Dancing is a great way to meet new friends but many say your never meet
a good partner in or at a social or club?To answer this question in one
word the answer would be YES, it is possible.Some of you that are
reading this couldprobably write a book on this. My
perception isthat there aremany things inadance social or club that can
easilymake relationships go wrong. There for I would suggest laying
down some ground rules early on especiallyfor when the couple comes out
to social dance. In the beginning of the relationship I would recommend
reviewing them often. I could go on and on but the bottom line here is
thatthe couple has to take extra timeand effort for it towork. I would
also suggest taking the high ground if it doesn't work out. Most of us
have seen couple's break up. We have all been there. This can put a lot
of unneeded stresson the whole dance group, especiallywhen one trashes
the other. But just because it didn't work out, it doesn't mean that
someone is a bad person or thatsome how our dance community caused it
to fail. We all know that sometimes it not meant to be.But as
anoptimist, I know that sometimes itis. In the time thatI have been
dancingI have met so many nice people. I have made a lot offriends.
œI truly value your friendships.? To sum it all up; I do
think it is possible to findMr. or Miss Right, at a dance social or
club. To all the loving couple's that are from oor dance world, you
have shown us that it can,Ienvyyou guys!
P. S.
DanceTalk * 3-13-07
Happy Birthday wishes to Silvana
Gallagher, Donna DeLuca, Scott
Michielli, Evie Roderer and Producer/Songwriter
Patrick Adams.
Get well wishes to good friend Andre' Phelps. We
look forward to seeing you back out on the dance floor soon.
PLEASE NOTE, Dance Central Station
takes place Friday, April 27th, there
was a typo last week. Don't miss this one night, dance extravaganza, at
Stepping Out Dance studio's in New York City See more details
below.
Looking for hot new dance music, here is the answer, the new Ultra.Dance
08 produced by DJ Riddler from KTU in NY. It features many
great remixes of new dance tunes including Christina Aguilera, Kim
Sozzi, Rihanna and Pink Floyd.
Last chance to set sail with the Hustle, Swing, Salsa Cruise 2007. Join
over two hundred dancers as they head out on a dance vacation on the
Magica with some of the best dance instructors and DJs on board. visit http://www.Hustlecruise.com
see more details below.
The number one hit show returns next week for season # 4, Dancing
With The Stars. Previous instructor, Ashley DelGrosso, will
not appear. You may remember her from her performance with her dance
troop (her sisters) and patiently teaching Master P. Ashley
is now married and expecting her first child. Instructor Louis Van
Amstel (taught Lisa Rinna) doesn't match up well in the height
department with his female counterparts and will only be choreographing
for the show.
Birthday pictures at Michael's Cafe and MadJam
courtesy of Scott Michielli,
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Touche, Brian Fortuna is in the news, prepping for
Dancing with the Stars.
http://www.courierpostonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=200770309014
We hope you enjoy the first part of our Hustle Teacher
directory. Print out the entire list for future viewing and
reference. Part two of the directory will be posted soon. The entire
list will be available at the website also.
This weeks edition of DanceTalk is sponsored by Stardust
Dance Weekends, one of the most popular all inclusive
weekends for non stop dancing - March 23 - 25,
at Kutshers Country Club, Monticello, NY. Join Donna DeSimone, Angel
Garcia-Clemente, Bonnie Herbert Diaz, Jason Colacino, Lou Brock, and
many more.
visit the site at http://www.stardustdance.com or
write stardust@pronetisp.net see more details below.
Make it a great week,
Ron
Hustle Teacher Directory (part 1)
DanceTalk® invited all the top dance teachers across the
country to participate in our annual directory. With few exceptions all
the teachers have submitted their information for inclusion. This is
the most comprehensive list of hustle instructors, with representation
of all the major cities.
Please copy and save this first installment for future reference when
traveling, vacation or preplanning a visit to a city where
your favorite teachers reside.
Raul Ante
Brisbane, CA
Steppin Out Productions 830 Stewart Dr.Sunnyvale, CA
bigdaddy-ante@excite.com
415-467-8830
http://www.Hustledanceclub.com
steppinoutproductions.com
Ava Apple
San Francisco, CA
Hustle, Salsa, Lifts & Drops
415 681 8140, avaapple@hotmail.com
http://www.avaapple.com
Raye Avery
Houston, Texas
Hustle & Salsa
(832) 618-6637
http://www.HustleandSalsaHouston.com
rayeavery@HustleandSalsaHouston.com
Ron Bess
Mt Laurel NJ
Hustle, adagio, coaching, choreography
(856) 234 - 6989
Rowenlb22@aol.com
http://www.mjames.org/ronbess.html
Donna Boyle
PO box 312 Flourtown, Pa 19031
Universal Dancesport center hustle, WCS, salsa, ballroom,
Latin & belly dancing
215 740 3472 donnaboyledisco@aol.com
http://www.discoamerica.com
http://www.donnaboyle.com
Carl Charles
Pompano Beach, Florida
Star Ballroom
Hustle, Latin dances (Salsa, Bolero, Merengue, Rumba, Cha Cha, Samba
and Bachata), Swing (ECS and WCS), smooth dances (Fox Trot, American
Tango, and Waltz)
(754) 422-0953, carlcharles@carlcharles.com
http://www.carlcharles.com
Elizabeth Darchi
New York, NY
Independent
Hustle, Ballroom, Salsa
718-256-6473
darchibeth@yahoo.com
Donna DeSimone
Long Island NY
Hustle, Salsa, WCS, Rumba, Cha Cha, Foxtrot, Waltz, Swing, Samba
J631-399-7171
dancindonna_2000@yahoo.comazz - Tap, Lyric, Ballet
Billy Fajardo and Katie Marlow
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
Dancesation
Hustle, Salsa, Cabaret/Theatre Arts, Showdance
http://www.billyandkatie.com
dancesation@comcast.net
954-358-0168
Chuck Fetta
Hauppauge, NY
Independent
chuck@dancin.com
http://www.dancin.com
631-348-1753
Robert Finocchio
New York, NY
Top Hat Dance Studio
Hustle
917-747-5395, robert@finocchio.name
http://www.tophatdancestudio.com
David Flynn
Laurel, Md.
Hustle Style - Sling/Modern
http://www.salsaandhustle.com
swingandhustle@gmail.com
301-498-5656 Business Line
Susan Fritz
Kaiser Dancesport, Greenvale, NY (LI)
Smooth Street Ballroom, Great Neck, NY (LI)
WCS, ECS/Lindy, Salsa, Mambo, Int & Amer Cha-cha, Int &
Amer Rumba, Samba, Jive, Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango, Viennese Waltz
718.472.2328
genius@susankayfritz.com
http://www.susankayfritz.com
Silvana Gallagher
Havertown, Pa
Ladyhustle.com Studio
737 West Chester Pike, suite 3, Havertown, PA 19083
215.815.1219
ladyhustle @aol.com
http://www.ladyhustle.com
George Garcia
NJ, NY, PA
Hustle
201.207.2481
georgegarciadance@yahoo.com
Irene Griffin
Houston, TX
Irene@HustleHouston.com
http://www.HustleHouston.com
713-202-2081
Celeste Pfefferle-Gussoni
New Orleans, LA
Club Silhouette Dance Studio, Starlight Ballroom Dance
Ric Seeling Dance Studio
Hustle, WCS, Salsa, Theater Arts
504-339-9658 hustleneworleans@aol.com
bigeasydanceclassic.com
http://www.hustleneworleans.com
Keith Gussoni
New Orleans, LA
Club Silhouette Dance Studio, Starlight Ballroom Dance
Ric Seeling Dance Studio
Hustle, WCS, Salsa, Theater Arts
504-220-5560 hustleneworleans@aol.com
http://www.hustleneworleans.com
bigeasydanceclassic.com
Debra Hampton
Los Angeles, CA
Salsa, West Coast Swing, Waltz, Rumba....
323 459-6713
N123hustle@aol.com
Divala.com
Rodney Harris
190-25 Woodhull Ave #3P
Hollis NY 11423
Hustle plus Ballroom and Latin
Both American and International Styles
Social and Competition dances
Harris8881@aol.com
Gregory Harrison
3819 Vineyard Ave. #35
Pleasanton, CA 94566
gregory@hustledance.com
http://www.hustledance.com
(510) 593-9800 (415) 375-3400 (646) 862-4925 (954)
775-1700
Marie Izzo
Fort Mill, South Carolina
All the Right Moves (studio owner)
Hustle, American Style Rhythm and Smooth
Studio: (803) 548-4996 Cell: (704)
575-0987
http://www.rightmovesdancestudio.com
rightmoves@comporiu.net
Mark James
Long Island & New York City
Hustle, Adagio, NY "2", WCS & Salsa + Rhythm & Smooth
dannsirs@yahoo.com
516.835.9996
http://www.ultimatedancezone.com
JAMI JOSEPHSON
New York City
Hustle, Salsa + Ballroom
JAMI@LEARN2SALSA.COM TOLL FREE 877-983-2623
http://www.learn2salsa.com
Debra Kee
St. Petersburg FL.
Instructor, Adjudicator, Choreographer
American style ballroom...Latin, Smooth, Hustle, WCS, Shag, Lindy, and
Salsa
727-865-1225
http://www.Dancedesigner.com
SYNCOPATEDLADY@MSN.COM
Jameson Kilburn
Philadelphia, PA
Top Hat Dance Studio
Hustle, Ballroom & Latin (215) 676-3100
jameson@tophatdancestudio.com,
http://www.tophatdancestudio.com
DanceTalk * 3-06-07
Happy Birthday wishes to Yvette
Rivera, Randy Atlas, Caren Casper, Tony Constantine
and Will Tyler
To all our friends in Alabama and Georgia that were hit by the
devastating tornadoes, are thoughts and prayers are with you. Your
dance friends care.
March 12, marks the grim anniversary of the passing of dance champion, Eddie
Vega. Eddie was voted the 'All Time Favorite Dancer' by
DanceTalk readers in 2006. He wowed the country with his larger then
life abilities and dance charisma. A member of the Life Time
Achievement division in the Hustle Hall Of Fame.
View pictures of Eddie at: http://www.HustleHallOfFame.com/
Dance Master, Francois Szony is looking for
theatrical/adajio dance couples to perform on cruise lines. For this
rare opportunity to work with the living legend, write to
Rowenlb22@aol.com for more details. You must be able to rehearse in
Florida and be ready to sail May 18th, 2007
Vincent Pastore,( the Sopranos) has dropped out of "Dancing
With the Stars" after a week of training. "I didn't realize
just how physically demanding it would be said the 60-year-old actor.
Actor John Ratzenberger (Cliff Claven on "Cheers" and voice work on
Pixar films "Toy Story" films and "Cars") will replace Pastore.
Its time for the Big Apple Dance Championships. The
long running national dance competition takes place this coming week in
New Jersey, just minutes from NY. Come see the finest
country, swing and hustle dancers under one roof. http://www.bigapplecountrydance.com/
Its time for another reality show? The Pussycat Dolls
presents The search for the next Doll, to see who can sing and dance
and has what it takes. The show airs Tuesday, March 6th, at 9PM EST on
CWtv
Stay tuned for next weeks edition of DanceTalk for our annual
Hustle Teacher Directory featuring the finest dance
instructors across the country.
This weeks edition of DanceTalk is sponsored by The Big Apple
Dance Championships. Don't miss it this weekend. http://www.bigapplecountrydance.com/
Make it a great week,
Ron
Mad Jam was .................Out of this World
The 5th annual MadJam was nothing less then spectacular. The dancers
were brilliant, the music was non stop and there was never a dull
moment.
Something tells me there is going to be a 6th, 7th, 10th, 20th and 50th
annual MadJam....and why not, the fabric of this event combines, great
caring people that listen and keep making this event bigger and better.
The surprises kept coming all weekend. With so many highlights, a
personal best was watching the adagio performed by David Savoy and
Jenya Goremykina. Dancing to Ribbon In The Sky, the incredible overhead
lifts had the audience mesmerized.
Finalist from "So You Think You can Dance", Heidi, was on hand to
teach, judge and chat with fellow dancers. Right when you think you
have seen it all, the spot light competitions held on Saturday night
had heads spinning. Jordan Frisbee & Tatiana Mollmann had the
ballroom room in the palm of their hands. The huge dance
floor was packed with non stop dancing featuring the most exciting hand
and swing dancers from both coasts. Not to be out done, the hustle room
bumped it up under the knowledgeable hands of DJs Nino Torre, Bobby
Gerard, Vicki Kay and Brian Gallagher. The hustle attendance has
reached a new high. The room was packed until the wee hours. And how
can you not make mention of the midnight buffet. What a way to top off
the evening. Some of the finest competitors in hustle spun all night
long with the pros: Fred & Tina Price, Billy Marti, Caren
Casper, Stephanie Risser, Christopher Hemmer, Joanne Piazza, Diane
Nardone, Gary Ulaner, Kim Vanaman, Wingo Hom, Dara Patrusky, Pat
McDonnell, Glen Miller, George Garcia, Roberto Pagan, Shawn Brennan,
Arte Phillips, Donna Boyle, Rick Barney, Rob Finocchio, Joe Kerner,
Silvana Gallagher, john Merisier, Drew Axelrod, Debbie Lynn, Ken
Roesel, Mary Keegan, Danny McGee, Daniel Odhner, Bill Poulter, Jamison
Kilburn, Lori Brizzi, Barry Durand, Pat McConnell, hazel &
Tybaldt Ulrich........
Here is a partial list of the winners. Please visit the website for a
complete listing later this week.
Intermediate Strictly Hustle
1) Jim Call & Leslie Bricker
2) Scott Michielli & Elizabeth Craner
3) Doug Rousar & Whitney Brooks
4) Stacy & Susan Suter
5) Walter Smith & Peggy Polk
Open Strictly Hustle
1) Tybaldt & hazel Ulrich
2) Gary Ulaner & Diane Nardone
3) Keith & Celeste Gussoni
4) Wingo Hom & Stephanie Risser
5) Fred & Tina Price
Top Teacher awards went to Christopher Schaup and top Female
was awarded to Debbie Lynn.
Congratulations to Dave Moldover, for once again presenting
an over delivering an incredible event. Kudos to Dawn Garish, BJ Brown,
Bill Cameron and the entire support staff that gives nothing less then
100% All Night Long.
I recommend going out and buying a 2008 calendar now. Hold the dates
for next year - March 6 - 9th, its just that good.
Dance Central Station
Get there early because this could be the night that the line goes
around the building. On April 7th, Billy Marti and Donna Boyle present
Dance Central Station. An evening of non stop dancing and
entertainment: hustle, WCS, Salsa and for the first time, YOU BE THE
JUDGE competition. Also featuring an All State Dance OFF competition in
Theater Arts Hustle & Salsa to represent Stepping Out Dance
Studio at the Disco America 2007, July 5 - 8th in Atlantic City. The
first place winner will get free hotel accommodations, free competition
entry and weekend passes to Discoamerica. (This package is worth over
$800.00)
To put you in the mood, Dance Central Station will have exhibitions by
Nelly Cotto & Kenny Gonzalez, Kelvin Roche and LoriAnne
Greenhouse, The Starlite Kid Dance Troop and a fashion show by Couture
Dance.... plus more. Your be dancing the night away under the direction
of Nelson "Paradise" Roman. Ron Bess is the Master Of Ceremonies. Don't
be left out as New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania come together for
one incredible night of
dancing.
15.00 in advance (ticket sold at Stepping out)
20.00 at the door includes raffle ticket
for prize
Letters To The Editor
Hi Ron,
Surfing for places to dance, I came across...Dance Talk , Very
nice of you to mention the passing of Mrs. Smolen. I had met
her several times when she attended the Hub Ballroom in Edelstein,
Illinois, and almost every Labor Day when we attended Taste of Polonia
in Chicago. Not only was she a dancer... she was also the Mother of
Chicago area band leader Ron Smolen. He has a great dance orchestra and
we follow his orchestra around a lot. he has a web
site also... http://www.ronsmolenorchestra.com
- I have forwarded him a copy of this letter.
Phil Knight
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Hi Ron,
I look forward to seeing you at Madjam this coming weekend. I wanted to
thank you for posting the poem Dancing With God, I am not a religious
person but this poem has such a clear message............. that all
dancers can learn from. Socail danicng moves, motivates and brings
people together from all walks of life. Our society has so many
challenges that dancing can be a great stress relief..........
I think your newletter serves a great purpose for all
dancers. We are from Toms River and we are very lucky to live close
enough to many of these great dance events that you post for us. Thank
you and keep up the great work.
Phil
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