Swing Thursday at Gazette Café in Montpellier offers an evening of dance and live music on Thursday 5 November. It suits anyone who enjoys swing, whether you dance already or would like to try it for the first time.
How the evening unfolds
- From 20:30: a free swing dance introduction led by the Montpeul'Swing school, a friendly way to find your footing before the music starts.
- Around 21:30: a danceable concert by Fig Rolls International All Stars, a swing ensemble led by Argentine double bassist and lindy hopper Fernando Morrison. The concert start time is approximate, so it is worth checking the venue's listing before you go.
Who it is for
The concert is built to be danced to, so the evening works well for couples, friends, and solo dancers alike. Those who prefer to listen can settle in at the café and enjoy the band from the side of the floor. Because the introduction is free and comes first, it is a low-pressure start even for complete beginners.
Gazette Café is in Montpellier, the regional capital of Occitania in southern France, so the evening can easily be part of a longer visit to the city. For the latest details on this week's programme, the venue publishes its agenda at gazettecafe.com.