The Swing Shift Shuffle is a radio program of swing, big band, jazz, boogie woogie and other popular music from the 1930's and 40's that airs every Wednesday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. (US Central Time) on WEVL 89.9 FM in Memphis, Tennessee, with a live webcast at wevl.org. In addition to the radio show, this blog is dedicated to all aspects of the Swing Era, including art, automobiles, cartoons, comics, history, movies, music, news, science, technology, and anything else that happened during that time. It also includes announcements about events in the Memphis/Mid-South area related to the Swing Era, such as classic movies, concerts, dances, lectures, etc. If you see something that fits the description, send it to me at tim@wevl.org. If you would like more information about the radio show, just go to the Radio Show FAQ page.

Tuesday, September 30, 2014

CBS Sunday Morning: Timeless Allure Of Swing Dancing

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I saw this great story on last weekend's CBS Sunday Morning about the continued interest in Swing Dancing.  The story featured Norma Miller, one of the original Whitey's Lindy Hoppers, who at 17 appeared in dance sequences from the Marx Brothers' A Day At The Races and other movies of the era.  Now 94, she continues to tour, spreading the joy of Swing Dance.  I have to admit this story made an old Swing DJ feel good. 
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