BLUE VELVET AT VESTAL AMERICAN LEGION

The 1920s. Jazz, prohibition, and flappers. Swing was in the air, on the streets, on the radio and in the dance halls. Competitions occurred where you would swing ’til you dropped. Blue Velvet, a 17-piece big band fronted by one of the area’s best sax players, Tony Alduino, hosts semi-regular monthly dances, whether you are a professional or a beginner. The talent in the band is truly phenomenal; if you’re a fan of swing music, you won’t want to miss this show, whether or not you’re a dancer. If you’re a dancer, but don’t know swing so well, take this chance to fall in love. The show starts at 7:30pm on May 13th and goes for three hours, with open dancing all night long. There is also a chance for you to brush up on your moves, with a dance lesson from Chuck Williamson beginning at 6:45pm. The Vestal American Legion is located at 118 S. Jensen Rd, Vestal, near Kohl’s. Tickets are $12 for the general public and $10 for USA Dance members. For more information, call (607) 775-5654.