Replying to my own post. Hey ho.
But I've been re-reading what I wrote in my state of complete incoherence, and realise it's somewhat lacking. So. An FAQ for the above post:
What is Herrang?
THE Swing Dance camp, in Sweden. Lasts a month, divided into four week-long sections, and you can go there to learn Lindy, Boogie Woogie, Tap, Balboa & others.
Basically, imagine Beach Boogie. Now imagine something 100 times better. And you have Herrang. (Bear in mind that my first couple of BBs were akin to a religious experience for me - so I'm not putting the event down in any way by saying this - Beach Boogie is a great event.)
Herrang attracts many of the best swing dancers in the world, and accordingly, boasts many of the world's top teachers, blah blah blah.
Less long-windedly. Amazing teachers. As many lessons as most people could possibly have the energy for. Amazing dancers. Dancing through the night for longer than most people can stay awake. Incredibly good music. The best blues night ever devised. And no outside distractions.
In even simpler terms: In a week of total immersion, Herrang transforms your dancing. Forever.
That went on a bit, sorry
Who is Norma Miller, who is Frankie Manning, and why should I care?
This one probably isn't needed. They were there when it all started, they're in the Hellzapoppin' clip (Norma and Billy Ricker are the second coupe - he's in a chef's outfit, while Frankie is the last one) Frankie still teaches, (now well into his nineties), and Norma is around 88, and still writing, making films and is involved in various other projects. They both look - ageless, and are fascinating to talk to.
Bah. Got to get on. I'll try to add to this later if there's any interest. Otherwise, it's plenty to be going on with.
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