Solo Jazz Sunday
Solo Jazz is so much more than just remembering a routine - it’s about connecting with so many of the values of jazz dance as an African American art form: self expression, collaboration, improvisation, community and creativity.
Solo Jazz Sunday is our monthly solo movement workshop. Each session* provides a laid back, workshop like environment to explore rhythm, get creative with classic jazz steps, build your confidence improvising and strengthen your relationship to the music we love to dance to. All of these skills not only help us invest in our own dancing, building the connection between our own movement and jazz rhythms, but help us to bring more to the table as a Lindy Hopper as well!
These open level sessions allow for everyone to work at their own pace, selecting their own level of challenge as we explore classic steps, draw inspiration from classic clips and dive into the history of jazz.
*A percentage of the proceeds from this event will be donated to organisations championing dances of the African diaspora as well as those supporting antiracism and social justice initiatives. Learn more here.
08.10.2023
Open level Solo Jazz workshop
1:30pm - 3:30pm
£15 pre-booking only
Solo Jazz Sunday: October
FIRST SPACE, CHAPTER ARTS CENTRE
CF5 1QE
Our monthly offering of solo jazz movement, suitable for beginners as well as those who have more experience.
26.11.2023
Open level Solo Jazz workshop
1:30pm - 3:30pm
£15 pre-booking only
Solo Jazz Sunday: November
FIRST SPACE, CHAPTER ARTS CENTRE
CF5 1QE
Our monthly offering of solo jazz movement, suitable for beginners as well as those who have more experience.
“Solo Jazz Sundays gave me the freedom and technical know-how to dance in a way that feels great in my body. I can self express, connect with rhythm and be more creative in how I move to great music.”
“Jessie’s classes have helped me to experience music and movement in a group - the classes are really well structured and pose a satisfying challenge as well as a giggle! Her instructions are really broken down and easy to understand, plus the music is the best too.”
“Solo jazz used to be something I SHOULD do but having taken these classes with Jessie it’s now something I WANT to do.”
“Solo Jazz is a terrific way to explore your individual style with other like-minded dancers in a fun and relaxed atmosphere created by the incredibly hard working Jessie - not to mention its an amazing work out!”
“I love solo jazz, and Jessie’s great and clear teaching. I also love the fact that it’s all levels, and everyone is welcome. I get to learn something new every time and it has really made me a better dancer, alone and with partner. Jessie has amazing touch to all of her teaching and you will leave the class with a smile on your face.”
“It’s wonderful to try new moves, and I really enjoy Jessie’s approach to improvising & how we’re encouraged to really listen and respond. This is an important part of any dance and she makes it very accessible and lots of fun.”