The AMAZING Jean Veloz dancing with Marcus Koch at the Herräng Dance Camp in Sweden. (remember, Jean is 88!!!!). Introduced by Herrang host and founder Lennart Westerlund.
Jean Veloz is alive and well and living in Southern California. If you are interested in bringing her to your event, contact me at rusty@rustyfrank.com or 310 606 5606. Remember, she's 88, don't hesitate!
If you are interested in learning Jean Veloz style dancing, check out her instructional DVD here:
• Legends of Swing prese...
You can also see her from 1943 here:
• One Girl & Two Boys.mov
Jean Veloz danced in many 1940's Hollywood movies ("Groovie Movie," "Swing Fever," "Jive Junction"), and she is an inspiration to Lindy Hoppers around the world.
Please feel free to contact me if you would like to book her for an appearance or workshop! Let's keep this young woman (88!!!) busy! rusty@rustyfrank.com
Also, let's make this go viral and show the world what 88 looks like!
Here are some great comments from viewers on Facebook:
"Seriously, this is almost bringin tears to my eyes, it's such a wonderful thing to witness, even on video. Jean's just amazing, having a great chemistry with Marcus there. 30, 40, 50 years ... and feeling old? Think again! Or even better: dance again! :) Thank you for sharing this video!!"
"Feeling old? Watch the amazing Jean Veloz with Marcus Koch. This is what 88 looks like when you never stop dancing. "
"This is inspirational - Jean Veloz, who's 88, and one of the original dancers in Groovie Movie. I'd say she's still got it - in spades!"
"Fantastic. I don't know whether I'm crying because she can still do what she does or that a room full of young people are showing their love and respect in such a supportive way."
For those of you who love the song... it is The Mills Brothers singing "Down Down Down" with Count Basie!