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SUMMARY:Lindy Hop Crash Course
DESCRIPTION:TICKETS\n\n\n\n\nLINDY HOP is a blend of fun\, connecting with new people or sharing a memory with a friend\, finding a community\, getting inspired by swing music & doing something good for your body and mind! \n\n\n\nOur Lindy Hop Crash Course is a fast\, fun way to jump into swing dancing and experience the feeling yourself. \n\n\n\nIn 3\,5 hours (with breaks) we will teach you the basics of Lindy Hop and some fun moves which will get you dancing in no time. \n\n\n\nNO PARTNER NEEDED! Everyone dances with everyone\, and you’ll learn BOTH roles! \n\n\n\nWHAT: Crash Course Lindy Hop – Complete BeginnersWHEN: 18 April / 11:00 – 14:30WHERE: KZ (KNSM-Laan 311\, Amsterdam)FOOD: The venue offers lunch for purchase – we appreciate you supporting them! \n\n\n\nWhat is Lindy Hop and in general Swing Dance?Check these video’s: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPRICES:– Come alone: €55 (everybody dances with everybody\, no partner needed)– Come with a friend: €95 \n\n\n\nSOLIDARY POLICY: In case someone would love to come\, but doesn’t have the means – pay what you can. No questions asked! Just email us.For any questions call +31 6 53577930Or email swingphilosophy@gmail.com us.
URL:https://swingphilosophy.com/agenda/lindy-hop-crash-course/
LOCATION:KZ – Kompaszaal\, KNSM-Laan 311\, Amsterdam\, 1019 LE\, Netherlands
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SUMMARY:Blues Burner w/ Gumbo & The Monk
DESCRIPTION:TICKETS\n\n\n\n\nBLUES BURNER w/ Gumbo & The Monk!HOT Blues that will make you move through the night\, with a good drink in your hand. \n\n\n\nBlues music and blues dance come from a rich Afro-American History\, it was always a way to forget your sorrows and feel alive. BURN your blues away with the best blues music and dancing in one of the finest blues LIVE Music venues in Amsterdam!! \n\n\n\nWHEN: Friday\, 24. April\, 20.30 – 23.30hWHERE: KNSM-Laan 311\, AmsterdamCOST: Donations based\, we advise EUR 19\,50 (includes 1 non alc. drink) for the live music.DONATION: https://jazzeventsamsterdam.com/live-music-tickets/
URL:https://swingphilosophy.com/agenda/blues-burner-w-gumbo-the-monk/
LOCATION:KZ – Kompaszaal\, KNSM-Laan 311\, Amsterdam\, 1019 LE\, Netherlands
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260426T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260426T233000
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SUMMARY:We ALL R Kings & Queens Party! King's Night - Bad Taste Party
DESCRIPTION:TICKETS\n\n\n\n\nWe ALL R Kings & Queens! BAD TASTE PARTY – DRESS TO NOT IMPRESS!This is our motto for this year’s King’s Night Party! \n\n\n\nLoud colours\, bad combos\, zero shame. If you’re unsure about your outfit\, you have the perfect outfit!  \n\n\n\nJoin us for a delicious all-orange two-course dinner while enjoying live music. After dinner\, the dance floor opens — and yes\, it’ll be swingy\, just as you probably guessed! \n\n\n\nThe Live Band COMPASS BALLROOM STOMPERSwill make us move through the night! \n\n\n\nProgram:17.00h FREE Lindy Hop Taster18.00 – 19.00 two courses vegan/vegetarian dinner EUR 37pp & DJ19.00 – 19.30 Swing DJ19.30 band 1st set20.30 band 2nd setDJ afterMENU:Main Course: Poke bowl with a carrot and beetroot salad\, crispy tempeh\, edamame\, and fresh mango (vegan)Dessert : Orange and almond cake served with cream \n\n\n\nWhen: 26 April\, from 17.00HWhere: Kompaszaal -KNSM-Laan 311.Tickets: FREE Lindy Hop TasterEUR 37pp Two-course dinner(incl. live music ticket)Live Music only 19.50€ (incl. 1 non-alc drink) klick here.  \n\n\n\nSolidarity Policy: If the prices are not doable\, pay what you can. No questions asked\, just write us an email.  \n\n\n\nSave the date: 26 April — come dine\, dance\, and celebrate with us! \n\n\n\nWe can’t wait to see your most not-impressive\, funny\, over the top looks!
URL:https://swingphilosophy.com/agenda/we-all-r-kings-queens-party-kings-night-bad-taste-party/
LOCATION:KZ – Kompaszaal\, KNSM-Laan 311\, Amsterdam\, 1019 LE\, Netherlands
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SUMMARY:We are closed today! Come 1 May Balboa & Shag Party!
DESCRIPTION:We are closed today! Enjoy King’s Day & come 1 May to our Balboa & Shag Party! \n\n\n\nNo Classes today\, no flexwerken!
URL:https://swingphilosophy.com/agenda/we-are-closed-today-come-1-may-balboa-shag-party/
LOCATION:KZ – Kompaszaal\, KNSM-Laan 311\, Amsterdam\, 1019 LE\, Netherlands
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SUMMARY:BALBOA & SHAG Party w DJ & FREE Balboa Class
DESCRIPTION:DONATIONS for our FUNDRAISING\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE for FREE BALBOA CLASS: HERE. \n\n\n\nReady to go FAST?  \n\n\n\nWe are throwing a NIGHT devoted to BALBOA & SHAG\, because we like that fast pace & energy!We’ve also got a little surprise planned  \n\n\n\nPROGRAM:20:30- 21:15: FREE surprise Balboa class(just come\, try it\, stay curious & young )21.15- 23.30: BALBOA & SHAG PARTY w/ DJ \n\n\n\nThe whole event is DONATION BASED! Help us raise money for our SP-CLUB North FLOOR FUNDRAISER. Donate here.  \n\n\n\nWhen: 1 May\, 20.30-23.30Where: KZ; KNSM-LAAN 311\, 1019LE\, AMSTERDAMDonations go to our Fundraiser!All Infos & Registration for our Free BALBOA CLASS: here.  \n\n\n\nBring a friend\, come dance and let’s keep it fast on the floor.
URL:https://swingphilosophy.com/agenda/balboa-shag-party-w-dj-free-balboa-class/
LOCATION:KZ – Kompaszaal\, KNSM-Laan 311\, Amsterdam\, 1019 LE\, Netherlands
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SUMMARY:BIG BAND NIGHT w/ CALEDONIANS Big Band
DESCRIPTION:TICKETS\n\n\n\n\nBig Band Night\, beautiful venue and a brilliant band!  \n\n\n\nCALEDONIAN Big Band plays at our Big Band Night in KZ\, inviting everyone to enjoy live swing music in a relaxed\, welcoming and beautiful atmosphere. \n\n\n\nWe are all about the glorious music of the 1930&40\, mixed with nowadays life. It’s an experience for young and old\, for the listener and for the dancer\, for the party animal and for the wallflower. We have the space for all of it in the allure of our 1956 stunning art-deco venue. \n\n\n\nAbout the band:The Caledonians Big Band was founded in 1942 and has always played a significant role in the history of jazz in the Zaan region\, right up to the present day. Without interruption\, this Zaan swing band—comprising 21 amateur and professional musicians—has been rehearsing\, performing\, and making its mark ever since. The orchestra is now led by pianist Emiel Bothenius and sounds and swings like never before. The music consists of swinging pieces from the repertoire of the great swing bands\, including Count Basie\, Glenn Miller\, and Tommy Dorsey\, and is perfect for listening to\, but of course also ideal for dancing! The lineup consists of five saxophones\, four trumpets\, four trombones\, piano\, guitar\, bass\, drums\, and vocals. \n\n\n\nWHAT: Live Music by Caledonians BIG BandWHEN: 8 May\, 20.30 – 23.30WHERE: KZ – KNSM-Laan 311\, AmsterdamTICKETS: Donations based\, we advise EUR 19\,50 (incl. 1 non-alc drink) for the Live music. \n\n\n\nQuestions: jazzeventsamsterdam@gmail.com or whatsapp +31653577930
URL:https://swingphilosophy.com/agenda/big-band-night-w-caledonians-big-band/
LOCATION:KZ – Kompaszaal\, KNSM-Laan 311\, Amsterdam\, 1019 LE\, Netherlands
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SUMMARY:The Jazz Lobby All-Stars! Closing Season
DESCRIPTION:TICKETS\n\n\n\n\nJAZZ LOBBY Allstars! \n\n\n\nThe Jazz Lobby presents it’s best local ALL Stars. Musicians who really know how to make you swing in your feet and in your soul. So come enjoy a drink and the best swing jazz music Netherlands has to offer! \n\n\n\nLET’s close the JAZZ LOBBY SEASON with a BANG! \n\n\n\nLine up:Eugenia Serra – vocalsDavid Lukacs – saxLinus Eppinger – guitarFolkert Oosterbeek – pianoTies Laarakker – BassMalte Arndal – drumsJonas Belleman – trumpet \n\n\n\nThe ALL-STAR Concept:The best swing musicians in town come together in this all-star format\, bringing their talent and energy for a night of unforgettable music. \n\n\n\nWhat: JAZZ LOBBY — All-Star Concept. Closing Jazz Lobby Season!When: 15 May\, 20.30-23.30HWhere: KNSM-LAAN 311\, 1019LE\, AmsterdamTickets: Donations based\, we advise EUR 19\,50 (incl. 1 non-alc drink) for the Live music. Tickets klick here.  \n\n\n\nQuestions: jazzeventsamsterdam@gmail.com or whatsapp +31653577930
URL:https://swingphilosophy.com/agenda/the-jazz-lobby-all-stars-closing-season/
LOCATION:KZ – Kompaszaal\, KNSM-Laan 311\, Amsterdam\, 1019 LE\, Netherlands
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SUMMARY:Blues Burner w/ Lightnin' Bug - Closing Blues Season
DESCRIPTION:TICKETS\n\n\n\n\nCHEEKY BLUES w/ LIGHTNIN’ BUG!If you’ve seen them before\, you already know what kind of night this is going to be. Our last Blues Night before the summer break! Come\, bring your friend and let’s enjoy the music & a dance! \n\n\n\nBlues music and blues dance come from a rich Afro-American History\, it was always a way to forget your sorrows and feel alive. BURN your blues away with the best blues music and dancing in one of the finest blues LIVE Music venues in Amsterdam!! \n\n\n\nAbout the band – LIGHTNIN’ BUGLIGHTNIN’ BUG is an all-star lineup. Martin and Donné are the drummer and bassist for bands like the well-known band T-99. Danny\, my father\, was the guitarist for many American blues artists who toured here\, such as Louisiana Red and Boyd Small. \n\n\n\nWHEN: 22 May\, 20.30- 23.30HWHERE: Kompaszaal\, KNSM-Laan 311\, AmsterdamTICKETS: Donations based\, we advise EUR 19\,50 (incl. 1 non-alc drink) for the Live music. Klick here.  \n\n\n\nQuestions: jazzeventsamsterdam@gmail.com or whatsapp +31653577930 \n\n\n\nCome\, bring your dance shoes\, and let’s make this season closer one to remember.
URL:https://swingphilosophy.com/agenda/blues-burner-w-lightnin-bug-closing-blues-season/
LOCATION:KZ – Kompaszaal\, KNSM-Laan 311\, Amsterdam\, 1019 LE\, Netherlands
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260529T203000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Amsterdam:20260529T233000
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SUMMARY:Closing Live Music w/ Brennan Hamilton-Smith & The Imperial Threads
DESCRIPTION:TICKETS\n\n\n\n\nIt’s the final live music event of the season and we want to end it in style with all of you! Friday\, May 29th\, we celebrate a dancing night with Australian clarinet player Brennan Hamilton-Smith and The Imperial Threads! \n\n\n\nGet ready for an energetic and unforgettable evening filled with vibrant sounds\, a great atmosphere\, and music that will make you want to dance from the very first note.Join us\, bring your friends\, enjoy the music\, dance\, and celebrate this special night together. Don’t miss it! \n\n\n\nWHAT: Live Music by Brennan Hamilton and The Imperial ThreadsWHEN: 29th May\, 20.30 – 23.30WHERE: KZ – KNSM-Laan 311\, AmsterdamTICKETS: Donations based\, we advise EUR 19\,50 (incl. 1 non-alc drink) for the Live music. Klick here.  \n\n\n\nQuestions: jazzeventsamsterdam@gmail.com or whatsapp +31653577930
URL:https://swingphilosophy.com/agenda/closing-live-music-w-brennan-hamilton-the-imperial-threads/
LOCATION:KZ – Kompaszaal\, KNSM-Laan 311\, Amsterdam\, 1019 LE\, Netherlands
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SUMMARY:KZ's BIG 5! Workshops Ari & Simon\, Dinner\, Live Music
DESCRIPTION:3 DAYS FULL of LIVE MUSIC\, LINDY HOP WORKSHOPS & COMMUNITY VIBES \n\n\n\nKZ is turning 5 years this year!We are dedicating a whole weekend to what KZ truly stands for:LIVE MUSIC\, COMMUNITY\, DANCE\, LINDY HOP & CULTURE!! \n\n\n\nSIMON & ARI will be here to inspire us!Three DIFFERENT BANDS and in total 18 Musicians will be playing for us!We will comfort your with good food and tasty drinks\, as we like to take good care of our COMMUNITY!Count on couple of SURPRISES over the weekend! \n\n\n\n\nKZ’s BIG 5
URL:https://swingphilosophy.com/agenda/kzs-big-5-workshops-ari-simon-dinner-live-music/
LOCATION:KZ – Kompaszaal\, KNSM-Laan 311\, Amsterdam\, 1019 LE\, Netherlands
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SUMMARY:LINDY HOP SPECIAL w/ Nils and Bianca - SAVE the DATE
DESCRIPTION:We are welcoming Nils & Bianca for a whole weekend to our beautiful space! \n\n\n\nThey will share a lot of wisdom and we can not wait! So safe the date and stay tuned\, infos dropping soon!
URL:https://swingphilosophy.com/agenda/lindy-hop-special-w-nils-and-bianca-save-the-date/
LOCATION:KZ – Kompaszaal\, KNSM-Laan 311\, Amsterdam\, 1019 LE\, Netherlands
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