Decidedly Jazz Danceworks
111 12 Avenue SE T2G 0Z9 Calgary, AB, Canada

REWIND// A walk down our photo archives... Who remembers this hallway?!... See more

DISCOVER// DJD was founded to re-ignite the traditional values of jazz dance and it's connection to jazz music. Norma Miller was born in Harlem, New York, in 1919. When the Great Depression began in 1929, Miller and her family moved to a new apartment that faced the Savoy Ballroom. Miller got her first job at the Apollo and soon began her career at The Savoy as a professional Lindy hopper. Known as the "Queen of Swing", she was also a choreographer, actress, author, and come...dian. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AYrQgQhez8I

MOVE// Class memories from a time before distance. Come move with us this week and let's cultivate the energy of dancing together even when we are apart. ... For the full schedule and to register, visit decidedlyjazz.com

SHARE// As per the Alberta Government's announcement of extended restrictions, all DJD classes will remain to be offered virtually until further notice. For more information and for full live and streaming options, please visit https://www.decidedlyjazz.com/classes/virtual-classes/... Thank you for your continued support at this time of social distancing! We are looking forward to moving with you safely at home.

MOVE// To register for the final day of our $5 Class Week, head to decidedlyjazz.com. See you tomorrow on Zoom live from Studio 1 at the DJD Dance Centre!

REWIND// THE GRAVITY PLAYERS Works by five choreographers, including four world premieres commissioned by DJD for this show. Excerpts from The Gravity Players without music, exposing some of the physical, rhythmic traits that the works share.... Performed November 13 - 21, 2015, at Theatre Junction Grand in Calgary. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oDeLhMkIKyQ

MOVE// It's Wednesday! Come move with us live from Studio 1 on Zoom. To register, visit decidedlyjazz.com.

MEET// DJD Faculty Member, Vishal Malpuria Vish brings over 18 years of experience from the world’s largest film industry to Calgary. He is an enthusiastic and energetic Professional Choreographer and Director whose mediums include Corporate Instruction, Music Video Choreography and Live Dance Performance Choreography, both on a National (India) and International level. Having worked with numerous reputable artists within Bollywood Cinema and having the experience of choreog...raphing and working on Live International Concert Performances, Vishal, is thrilled to bring his experience to Calgary. He has had the unforgettable opportunity of working with Oscar and Golden Globe winner Mr. A.R. Rahman of Slumdog Millionaire, as well as to open for Michael Jackson, for his concert in Mumbai, India. It was also an honour for him to be bestowed the Queen’s Golden Jubilee Pins here in Calgary. Sparq Productions provides an array of entertainment services for Calgarians and surrounding areas. From creating and managing events, professional Bollywood dance choreography, provision of multi genre entertainment to fashion shows, parties to directing and producing TV and Film entertainment. Moving Portrait by Asim https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J-Xv2KlR1yI

MOVE// Come move with us - anytime, anywhere! Two week pass $50 gain unlimited access to our full collection of virtual classes for two weeks from date of purchase. Virtual classes are available to you on-demand on our online Mindbody library with over 80 classes and virtual live classes via Zoom.... See you in the virtual studio!

DISCOVER// DJD was founded to re-ignite the traditional values of jazz dance and it's connection to jazz music. William James "Count" Basie was an American jazz pianist, organist, bandleader, and composer. In 1935, Basie formed his own jazz orchestra, the Count Basie Orchestra, and in 1936 took them to Chicago for a long engagement and their first recording. He led the group for almost 50 years, creating innovations like the use of two "split" tenor saxophones, emphasizing th...e rhythm section, riffing with a big band, using arrangers to broaden their sound, and others. Over the years, many musicians came to prominence under his direction. Count Basie and his Orchestra - One O'Clock Jump (1965) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b4G7bJhY6_c

SHARE// As many of you already know, the Alberta Government has mandated that group dance classes cannot be offered between November 13-27 as part of the Targeted Public Health Measures. To be compliant with this mandate and mindful of the public, DJD will be closed to the public during this time. Still hoping to move with us? Be sure to check out our Virtual Class Passes available at decidedlyjazz.com/classes/virtual-classes/ ! More information coming soon.

MEET// DJD Faculty Member, Breanne Wilson Breanne Wilson grew up in Calgary, Alberta and received a BFA in dance from the University of Arizona School of dance with a complimenting minor in Business. She now resides in Los Angeles and is represented by Go 2 Talent Agency. Most recently, Breanne returned from performing in the 25th Anniversary production of Art on Ice in Switzerland touring the country with Aloe Blacc, Rebecca Ferguson, Bligg and Bastian Baker. Other recent ...credits include La Traviata with LA Opera performing as a Principal dancer and Singin’ in the Rain with McCoy Rigby Entertainment where she performed the iconic dance role of the girl in the green dress originated by Cyd Charisse. Before moving to Los Angeles, Breanne was fortunate enough to perform as a company member with Odyssey Dance Theatre in Salt Lake City for three years. She performed several principal roles with the company and completed 3 European tours performing throughout Germany, Switzerland and France. She has danced works by George Balanchine, Sean Cheesman, Spencer Liff, Kitty McNamee, Mia Michaels, Larry Keigwin, Gary Chryst, Ann Reinking, Sherry Zunker, Bonnie Story, Ernie Flatt, Garrett Smith, and Derryl Yeager. Breanne also enjoys sharing her love and passion for dance through teaching. She has taught a variety of dance classes for different dance establishments throughout Canada and the United States.