March 15, 2025 - 7PM-11PM
Doors open at 6:45PM
Complimentary Introductory Lesson: 7PM
Beyond the Basics Lesson ($5 ): 7PM
Live Music and Dancing: 8PM - 11PM
Location: Carrboro Century Center
All skill levels - no experience or partner necessary.
TSDS is your destination for community, connection, and a little bit of magic. We promote the joy of Swing dance and Swing music to the Triangle with fabulous events and enchanted evenings, reimagined.
Dexter is an alum of NCCU where he studied with Dr. Ira Wiggins, Dr. Brian Horton, and artist-in-residence Branford Marsalis. While obtaining a Bachelors in Jazz Studies and Masters in Jazz Composition & Arranging, he has performed and/or recorded with top artists such as Branford Marsalis, Delfeayo Marsalis & the Uptown Jazz Orchestra, Joey Calderazzo, Nnenna Freelon, Lenora Zenzalai Helm, Antonio Hart, James “Saxsmo” Gates, and many more. As an artist, he aims to musically express the human experience while staying true to the jazz tradition.
Come to our dance party to learn about the music and dance of the swing era.
It is going to be a night of fantastic music that you aren't going to want to miss!
LESSONS
COMPLIMENTARY INTRO LESSON - No RSVP required. It comes with your event ticket and is open to all.
If you’ve never danced before, start with this complimentary introductory lesson from 7-8PM. You’ll learn some history of the dance, basic footwork and rhythm, and current Swing dance culture so you can dance all night and make new friends. This is a great choice if this is your first Swing dance or if you've only danced Lindy Hop a few times prior.
Beyond the Beginner Lesson: $5 Downstairs at the Century Center. There are going to be limited spots so sign up early.
Anyone is always welcome to wear a mask at our events at any time regardless of mask policy.
PURCHASING
Tickets prices are lower online $5 more at the door, and there is no cash at the door, cards only
Includes a beginner lesson at 7:00PM.
Add a little extra to help support our hard working musicians. 100% of the tip amount goes to the band.
Try out our new intermediate lesson. (You still need to buy an admission ticket to the dance if you haven't)
Want to help with TSDS's mission to promote dancing to live swing music in the Triangle NC region? Join our members! TSDS members get a discount for all TSDS Dance Parties, voting rights for the board of directors, and more
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