Jitterbug

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"The Jitterbug" is also the name of a song, scripted but cut from the film The Wizard of Oz.

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The Jitterbug is a swing dance, a subset of Lindy Hop, with an emphasis on 6-count moves and fast spins.

The dance originated in the United States in the late 1930s and is predominantly associated with East coast swing and rockabilly music.

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Basic moves

Six-count steps are the basis for Jitterbug,

  • Basic
  • Break
  • Close
  • Spin
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Variants

The main moves may be executed in various ways, depending on the direction of the turn, the kind of handhold and extras.

  • Spin left or right
  • Single or double spin
  • Overhead or free spin (frisbee)
  • Spin with straight arm
  • Block or normal start
  • Change hands at end or not
  • Guy spin or not
  • Lead with either hand
  • Arm drop on shoulder for style
  • Jump out from close: with tuck or straight
  • Hold left hand and kick?? (Cassandra)
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Common variations

  • Egg Beater
  • Cuddles
  • Pretzel
  • Scooter
  • Fan Kick
  • Butt Spin
  • Titanic
  • Table Top
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See also

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