The Frankie Manning Video Collection

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These DVDs feature music composed and performed by Seattle's own Barney McClure.

(Scroll down to view the list of moves included on each DVD.)

Savoy-style Lindy Hop,
Levels 1, 2 & 3
(Instructional DVDs)

These broadcast quality DVDs feature octogenarian Frankie Manning, one of the greatest dancers from the Swing Era. You will learn beginning, intermediate and advanced levels of the Savoy-style Lindy Hop, originally called Jitterbug. Each DVD includes full speed demonstrations, thorough breakdown of details, and slow motion dance. Frankie is partnered by Erin Stevens, a popular dance teacher worldwide.

Lindy Hop videos 1, 2, and 3




Shim Sham video Shim Sham
 (Instructional DVD)

The Shim Sham is a classic swing/tap line dance from the '30s and '40s.




Swingin' at the Savoy video Swingin' at the Savoy
(Documentary [Video only])

This video will give you an intimate look into the illustrious life of Frankie Manning. Originally produced for television, this documentary features great stories told by Frankie, an abundance of inspiring dance clips, and many images from Frankie's personal scrapbooks.

Length: 25 minutes
Contents of Instructional DVDs:

Lindy Hop Level 1 (Length: 39:45)

Section 1
  • Swing out from open position
  • Lindy circle
  • Swing out from closed position
Section 2
  • Charleston
  • Heels
  • Kick away
Lindy Hop Level 2 (Length: 47:15)

Section 1
  • Options on the basic
  • Pecking
  • Double turn
Section 2
  • Hand shake behind the back
  • Hand to hand Charleston
  • Mini dip
Section 3
  • Glide to the side and shake time
  • Slip slop
  • Around the world with points
Lindy Hop Level 3 (Length: 57:15)

Section 1
  • Scissors
  • Rock step
Section 2
  • Push around
  • Kick around
  • Heels into sailor step
Section 3
  • Double turn
  • Back Charleston with a turn
Section 4
  • Hand shake behind the back with a quick turn
  • Flying Charleston
  • Low down
  • Thigh slap and shoulder rock
  • Pimp walk and fish tail
Tape 4: Shim Sham (Length: 42:15)

Section 1
  • The break
  • The Shim Sham step
Section 2
  • Push and cross over
  • Tacky Ann
Section 3
  • Half break
Section 4
  • Freeze break
  • Boogie back
  • Boogie forward
  • Shorty George

Prices and details:

 
  • DVDs are $34.95 each; $124.75 for all 4 (save $15).
  • Videos are $29.95 each; $134.75 for all 5 (save $15).
  • Shipping:
    • First class: $4.50 total for one or two items, $6.50 total for 3 or 4 items, and $9.00 total for 5 items or more. Canadian orders add $3.00 additional to first class rate.
    • Overseas delivery arranged per order.
  • Washington State residents add 8.8% sales tax
  • Please note the names of the videos you want.
These products are produced by Northwest Dance Network.

To order:

Call 206-781-1238


Northwest Dance Network
PMB 168
2442 NW Market St
Seattle, WA 98107
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