Big Band Dance @ WSU (Ogden: March 5)

Gotta Dance!
Who: Weber State University Department of Performing Arts
What: Junction City Big Band Dance
When: Saturday, 5 March, 7:15 lessons; 8:30 dance downbeat
Where: Ballroom, Shepherd Union Building
Cost: $1/lesson • $5/dancing

The sixteen piece Junction City Big Band, directed by Dr. Earl Ericksen, presents a WSU Saturday Dance Date, March 5, in the Shepherd Union Building Ballroom. Downbeat is at 8:30 p.m. but for those who need it, professional dance instruction by Margene Anderson will be offered at 7:15. Tickets are $1 for lessons and $5 per person.

An intermission floorshow will provide entertainment while dancers have a chance to catch their breath and enjoy some light refreshments. Expect to hear some Big Band versions of famous songs for dancing at this event. Bring your special partner and see what happens!

The band was organized in 1987 under the direction of Dr. K. Earl Ericksen, then chair of the Weber State Department of Performing Arts. The Swing Era style dance band was formed specifically to give local musicians with big band experience an opportunity to continue playing for personal enjoyment as well as for community functions. Donating their time and musical skills, they have helped to keep the community “jumpin’” with the music of Glen Miller, Tommy Dorsey, Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Sammy Kay, Freddie Martin, Harry James and other great swing era sounds.

Lessons will begin promptly at 7:15. No one will be admitted to the lessons after that time so please make plans to come early and be included in this fun and fantastic experience. Dance downbeat at 8:30 p.m. Best dress is recommended, which includes shirt and tie for men.

For more information about the band, contact Dr. Ericksen at 876-3009.