Well - it's Landy Hop Time again! All of you who know the Landy Hop know what to expect! Everything can happen, from cozy workshop classes and great parties, or holding the old party tent in thunder storms trying not to get completely soaked with water. Anyway, all is fun, and what happens at Landy Hop, stays at Landy Hop!
Zachersmühle is the "cradle" of SwingKultur Stuttgart. The very first courses and workshops took place here, even before the opening party in January 2005 at the 'Kulturwerk Stuttgart' and before the founding of "SwingKultur Stuttgart" as a cultural non profit organization in February 2005. The story of how SwingKultur came to be is quite an extraordinary one, an encouraging one, an adventure that also took a lot of courage. It is closely tied to the Zachersmühle, which celebrates its 40th anniversary this year. We are celebrating 20 years of SwingKultur Stuttgart with the people from the very beginning. Let yourself be surprised!
The Teacher - Lou Marosa (GER)
Studies in Speech and Drama, performer, singer, speaker, moderator, space and dream caretaker. She discovered partner dancing in Stuttgart (Argentine Tango, Salsa, Ballroom), and taught at the dance school “Taktlos” in Berlin from 1995 to 2008, covering everything rhythmically possible on two feet. Since 2002 (after attending the Herrang Dance Camp), she has been a passionate lover of Lindy Hop and a pioneer of its rise in Berlin: Triple Step (original first event flyer and network organizer), Clärchens Ballhaus as the first major multiplier of this joyful style of dancing, and countless street, dance school, party, and workshop events.
Additionally, she is a freelance artist, art therapist (specializing in speech development), theater educator, director, lecturer at the Michael Chekhov International Academy, teacher of speech training, and continues to further educate herself with like-minded people, always dancing through life.
The Venue
The entire workshop weekend happens at the wonderful Zachersmühle!
The Zachersmühle, an old mill, is a place where nature and culture come together and where kids and families are always welcome. An open air dance floor in an open tent, children’s playground just next to it, donkeys, goats, bunnies and a small brook on the other side, something to offer for everyone. During breaks between dance classes, you can enjoy a ‘wild herbs hike’ and discover the nature around. The restaurant in the mill offers dining, the dining times are organized to be suitable for families. There will also be a Tipi set up next to the children’s playground where kids can hide in an unlikely case of nasty weather. The harmony with nature will be perfect if you decide to stay overnight in a tent on a meadow a few meters behind the mill. In a place like this it is very enjoyable and relaxing to stay for the whole weekend. Overnighting on the meadow is free of charge. Restroom in the mill restaurant can be used. Welcome kids!! Welcome families!!
Accommodation possibilities: Camping on the meadow free of charge. Rooms from 20 Eur pro person in the near vicinity. For more information contact Geli Holzer, Zachersmühle: Phone: +49 7166 255, zachersmuehle@zachersmuehle.de
Address: Zachersmühle, 73099 Adelberg (40 km away from Stuttgart). You can find information on how to get there and whatnot on the homepage of the Zachermühle: www.zachersmuehle.de
The Party - Masl Blues (GER)
Handmade, danceable swing music under the motto: "MASL-BLUES" – Maslband meets Bluesette:
In this musical encounter, the longtime musician colleagues draw from the rich repertoire of both ensembles, offering a lively and colorful mix of various swing styles. Frank Eisele on the accordion (Bluesette) and Katharina Wibmer, who plays both the violin and the trumpet violin in both formations, shape the francophile flair of Gypsy Swing in the style of Gus Viseur and Stéphane Grappelli.
The musical spectrum is further enriched by the energy of Maslband musicians Helga Freude (vocals, swing guitar) and Monika Nuber (bass), who bring an extra touch of spirited Balkan groove with their joyful and passionate performance.
What about classes and all that other stuff?
We are working hard on the workshop details and keep you posted here. Just check this page from time to time!