Jonathan Stout and his Campus Five May 29, 2010

Direct from Los Angeles, California, one of the world’s premier swing dance bands, Jonathan Stout and his Campus Five, hit the stage at 9 pm playing their unique brand of swing dance music. This group features jazz vocalist Hilary Alexander, who has performed with the Bill Elliott Swing Orchestra and Mora’s Modern Rhythmists. Jonathan Stout’s guitar style has been heavily influenced by Freddie Green, Charlie Christian and Django Reinhardt, among other pre-bebop guitar players. The combination of Hilary, Jonathan, and the Campus Five results in one of the most danceable swing bands on the national scene today. They have traveled the world to play for major jazz festivals and were featured on an episode of the Ellen DeGeneres Show. The Campus Five released three albums, 2003's "Jammin' the Blues" and 2004's "Crazy Rhythm" and due to growing demand for their music, "Moppin' and Boppin'" was released in 2007. Tickets for Saturday night’s show are $22 in advance and $25 at the door. Attendees are encouraged to sport some vintage swing dance attire and may enter a contest for prizes. Doors open to the main ballroom at 7:30pm for dancing and competition. Live music begins at 9 pm and the dancing goes till 1 am.

Official Website: http://www.swingdanceusa.com