One of the most popular routines in this form of dance is the Tranky Doo, which is often danced to Ella Fitzgerald's "Dipsy Doodle.
One of the most popular routines in this form of dance is the Tranky Doo, which is often danced to Ella Fitzgerald's "Dipsy Doodle." Supposedly, an "over the back" move in this dance was invented by Frieda Washington and Frankie Manning in order to outdo their rivals. The name of this dance is said to have been coined by "Shorty" George Snowden when asked about some solo steps he improvised during a dance marathon. Herbert "Whitey" White's troupe performed this dance in films like (*) Hellzapoppin' and A Day at the Races. This dance's defining move is known as the swingout. This dance grew out of dances like the breakaway, the Texas Tommy and the Charleston. For 10 points, name this variety of swing dance which may be named after Charles Lindbergh.
One of the most popular routines in this form of dance is the Tranky Doo, which is often danced to Ella Fitzgerald's "Dipsy Doodle.
lindy hop [prompt on swing dance]