Edinburgh Swing Dance Society
Welcome to the Edinburgh Swing Dance Society website. ESDS are a non-profit making society dedicated to teaching and developing swing dancing around Scotland.
ESDS organise weekly classes in Lindy Hop, dance events and workshops featuring the best swing dance instructors from the UK, Europe and beyond.
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It was with profound sadness that we heard the news that Frankie Manning passed away on 27th April 2009, just prior to his 95th birthday. 
To those of us who had the privilege of being taught by him, dancing with him, or simply hearing his infectious laugh, Frankie embodied everything wonderful about Lindy Hop. He will be sorely missed by the many thousands of friends and admirers he has met during his active life, and our thoughts are with his family at this time. Several ESDS members had arranged to be in New York to help him celebrate his birthday, along with over a thousand other dancers from around the world, but will instead be joining with them in commemorating the life of a legend, a gentleman, and a true ambassador of Lindy Hop. For just one of many examples of his artistry (when he was a sprightly 92), try http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gEUF8La2N54 For full biography, and further information see http://www.frankiemanning.com/ Keep Swingin' Frankie! |
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Last Updated on Tuesday, 28 April 2009 20:07 |
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Last Updated on Tuesday, 28 April 2009 19:58 |
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