Posts Tagged ‘Dance’

Northeast Jazz & Wine Festival (Day 1): Friday Night Dance Party

Saturday, July 27th, 2013
A couple dances during the final set for the band Brownskin on Friday.

A couple dances during the final set for the band Brownskin on Friday.

Day One for the Northeast Jazz & Wine Festival was all about dancing. From the early shows to the finale, and almost everywhere in between (including an impromptu session by some young dancers), bodies just seemed to be in motion.

Some folk from the Syracuse Dance Project, along with some freelancers, occupy the Soldiers and Sailors Monument in Clinton Sqaure between the World Beat and Mardi Gras Pavillions.

Some folk from the Syracuse Dance Project, along with some freelancers, occupied the landing of the Soldiers and Sailors Monument in Clinton Sqaure (between the World Beat and Mardi Gras tents).

Eric Blackwell (right) dances during the Blowin in the Wind set that included an Outkast cover song.

Eric Blackwell (right) dances during the Blowin in the Wind set that included an Outkast cover song.

Atlas celebrated it's 33rd year by turning Clinton Square into on big Jungle Boogie to close the show Friday night.

Atlas celebrated it’s 33rd year by turning Clinton Square into on big Jungle Boogie to close out Friday night.

Walking in Rhythm

Monday, June 10th, 2013

Check out these sounds by the Eradication Squad Drill Team during their performance at the 4th Drum & Fitness Event last Saturday.

Do Your Dance

Monday, April 8th, 2013
Actor/Comedian D.L. Hughley performs during a visit to Syracuse a few years ago.

Actor/Comedian D.L. Hughley performs during a visit to Syracuse a few years ago.

In a recent NPR story, comedian D.L. Hughley, who also a  contestant on tonight’s ‘Dancing with the Stars, talks about his diverse musical selections.

Hughley is coming to Syracuse next month to perform at Funny Bones.

Sitrus Swingin’

Saturday, March 9th, 2013
Dancing with the Stars

Dancing Stars

Joanne Bakeman, vocalist

Children of the Dream (the next generation)

Sunday, January 27th, 2013
Professor, Martial Artist and Entrepreneur El-Java Abdul-Qadir gave the keynote address and told the crowd about sacrifice and character as it relates to education and building generational leadership.

Professor, Martial Arts Champion and Entrepreneur El-Java Abdul-Qadir gave the keynote address and discussed sacrifice, education and character as some of the keys to build leadership for the next generation.

Bomba y Plena Dance Troup from La Casita

Bomba y Plena Dance Troup from La Casita

Syracuse University Break Dance team

Syracuse University Break Dance team

Spoken word artists from the Verbal Blend Poetry Program at Syracuse University also participated.

Spoken word artists, including Signature MiMi, from the Verbal Blend Poetry Program at Syracuse University, also participated.

Yesterday's Dream, Tomorrow's Promise

Yesterday’s Dream, Tomorrow’s Promise

Dance Theater of Syracuse performs "Even Time Takes Time."

Dance Theater of Syracuse performs “Even Time Takes Time.”

Black Celestial Choral Ensemble (BCCE)

Black Celestial Choral Ensemble (BCCE)

Conscious Party

Friday, January 18th, 2013

Fans joined Akuma Roots in a music and dance celebration last night at the Community Folk Art Gallery (CFAC)’s Black Box Theater.

Year in Review (Dance)

Friday, December 28th, 2012
Jazz @ Sitrus

Jazz @ Sitrus (Mike and Sharon Colabufo)

Syracuse University Carrier Dome

Syracuse University Carrier Dome

Connective Corridor: La Dolce

Connective Corridor: La Dolce

India Concert: Syracuse University

India Concert: Syracuse University

Westcott Festival

Westcott Festival

Blue Rain Eco Fest

Blue Rain Eco Fest

Jazz in the City

Jazz in the City

Northeast Jazz and Wine Festival

Northeast Jazz and Wine Festival

CNY Jazz Orchestra Event: Armory Square

CNY Jazz Orchestra Event: Armory Square

Sunday for Sandy (relief)

Monday, November 19th, 2012
Dancing at Dinosaur BBQ: Marge grooves with Chris Taylor Custom Band

Dancing at Dinosaur BBQ: Sandy Benefit Concert. Marge, the ultimate Syracuse music fan, grooves to the sounds of  the Custom Taylor Band during Sunday’s early set.

Dancing at Dinosaur BBQ: Sandy Benefit Marathon Concert

Dancing at Dinosaur BBQ: Sandy Benefit Concert.

Flashback

Monday, September 24th, 2012

Syracuse Dance Project’s K-OS (not pictured) set up a breakdance battle at the Wacheva Cultural Arts stage during the Westcott Festival on Sunday. Although the clothes and shoes were retro, the moves featured a modern, acrobatic twist, with a slight hint of capoeira.

Syracuse’s Best Dance Crews

Monday, September 24th, 2012
Roberto Perez, founder of La Familia de la Salsa, counducts an impromptu class at the Harvard Dance Stage (Westcott Festival)

Roberto Perez, founder of La Familia de la Salsa, counducts an impromptu class at the Harvard Dance Stage (Westcott Festival)

B-Boy, representing Syracuse Dance Project

B-Boy, representing Syracuse Dance Project

Dancer in Training: Puente Flamenco

Dancer in Training: Puente Flamenco

Battle of the B-Boys, Syracuse Dance Project

Battle of the B-Boys, Syracuse Dance Project

Biboti, Choreographer, Wacheva Cultural Arts

Biboti, Choreographer, Wacheva Cultural Arts