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Thursday Swing ft. Ashley Seaton and the TK Swing All-Stars

Calling all lindy hoppers, balboa-heads, Charleston nuts, and shag enthusiasts! Come on out to Portland's longest-running swing dance, bringing you fantastic live jazz music on Norse Hall's magnificent floor.

Get ready to swing!—Ashley Seaton with the TK Swing All-Stars is Portland’s hottest jazz ensemble, tailor-made for dancers and lovers of timeless tunes. Fronted by the enchanting Ashley Seaton, whose vocal stylings evoke the golden era of jazz divas like Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, and Sarah Vaughan, this band brings elegance and soul to every note. Ashley’s voice floats effortlessly over the rhythm, inviting listeners to lose themselves in the music. Joining forces with renowned swing guitarist and bandleader, Tracy Kim, a master of Django Reinhardt and Charlie Christian’s vintage flair, the TK Swing All-Stars are a powerhouse of Portland’s finest jazz talent. The lineup features trumpet virtuoso Gavin Bondy of Pink Martini fame, and woodwind wizard Dave Evans, whose clarinet and saxophone have graced stages with Bridgetown Sextet, Hot Lovin’ Jazz Babies, and other beloved swing outfits.  Supplying the swingin' foundation is the rhythm guitarist Joe Kim and upright bassist of Dax Smith.

Cover $15 | All Ages
Beginning swing dance lesson included in dance cover

*Schedule*
6:30 Doors open
6:45 - 7:45 Beginning swing dance lesson
8 - 9 Ashley Seaton and the TK Swing All-Stars
9 - 9:30 DJ
9:30 - 10:30 Ashley Seaton and the TK Swing All-Stars

The downstairs bar and lounge will be open. You may bring your drinks upstairs into the ballroom.

If you have accessibility concerns, please contact PLS.

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