About This Blog(ger)

This blog is a space for critical review and presentation of dance events, competitions, choreographies, dancers, historical and contemporary footage, bands, DJs and my own personal development as a dancer. It is inclined towards lindy hop and traditional jazz genres, but is not limited by them.

My name is Carl Nelson. I dance both socially and competitively specializing in lindy hop, partner and solo charleston and other jazz dances from the 1920’s to the 1940’s. I teach both group and private lessons, as well as workshops. Additionally, I also DJ for dancers, playing a wide variety of jazz, blues and soul tunes. Some of my favorite artists being: Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Jimmie Lunceford, Sidney Bechet and Artie Shaw.

I also have experience with other dances (hip hop, ballet jazz, contact improv) and am always looking to broaden my dance experience. My current forays include tap and contemporary.

I have a degree in Philosophy from Concordia University in Montreal, and have also invested a good number of credits in creative writing, religion, education, and physics (which could probably merit at least two minors if I had bothered).

Contact me for private lessons, performances, DJ gigs or if you have any questions or comments about dance, music or myself.

You can reach me at: ferrix@gmail.com or by phone 1.603.264.4958.

My dance resume here, LinkedIn Profile here.