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People behind the scenesHere are the people who are behind the basie Centennial:
Yehoodi.com
www.yehoodi.com
Yehoodi.com is a website for the hardcore lindyhopper with the intent of fostering the community online and off. Founded in Sept 1998 by Frank Dellario and Manu Smith, it is now managed by a volunteer staff of over six administrators (Yehoodistrators) and various technical advisors covering news, calendar events, a discussion board, a biweekly talk show and a 24/7 internet radio show. Yehoodi also sponsors a weekly dance, the Frim Fram Jam, every Thursday night in NYC.
Jelly Roll Productions
www.jellyrollproductions.org
Jelly Roll Productions is an organization founded by Nicole Frydman, David Jacoby, Christine Tse and Steven Wexler, committed to cultivating both Lindy Hop and live jazz by providing high quality dance events at affordable costs. Their ultimate goal is to reunite the music and the dance by making great live jazz music accessible to dancers, and introduce (or reintroduce) more jazz artists to the unique creative outlet of playing for dancers. With the support of many volunteers, Jelly Roll Productions has produced over 10 live music events since its inception in October 2002.
CU Swing
www.columbia.edu/cu/swing/
Columbia University Swing was formed in November 2001 to unify the swing dance community of Columbia and promote dance as an exciting social endeavor with strong ties to America's unique culture of jazz music and movement. Led by their President, Ed Alfano and Vice President Michelle Lim, CU Swing provides instruction and practice opportunities in East Coast Swing, Lindy Hop, Balboa, and Charleston and organize and attend events throughout New York City.
Springboard Productions, LLC
www.springboardllc.com
Springboard Productions was founded by Elliott Donnelley in 2001 as a vehicle for producing and promoting music, video, and dance. In 2002, Springboard Productions released its first CD: Barbara Morrison Live at the 9:20 Special and has since also released the Nachito Herrera and Puro Cubano Live at the Dakota CD.
Advisory Board
An advisory board consisting of Frank Foster, Ron Garnett, Earl May, Benny Powell & Phil Schaap was formed to help guide this event.
William J. Basie Trust
This event is created with the support of the William J. Basie Trust. |
