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Introducing the Lindy Hop

Carolene Hinds of dance group 'The Jiving Lindy Hoppers' narrates a concise history of the Lindy Hop dance form over illustrative footage. We follow the development of the style from its origin in the Charleston and its influence on subsequent partner dances and even street dance steps. Examples of the main stylistic elements are provided with floor and air steps shown. The 'get down' position is also highlighted with an explanation of how it links with African dance and European culture.

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