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December 2021 Solo Jazz Retreat
It gets cold here in Minnesota so I made sure to dance this charleston number as the leaves were still falling. Though I tend to love...
naomiuyama
Dec 1, 20211 min read
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November 2021 Solo Jazz Retreat
Join me on a beautiful sunny day near Bde Maka Ska (White Earth Lake) in Minneapolis & learn this fun routine!
Peter & Naomi
Nov 1, 20211 min read
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October 2021 Solo Jazz Retreat
I love this sweet tune sung by Swedish singer Alice Babs. Enjoy a little time at the flower garden with me! -N
Peter Strom
Oct 1, 20211 min read
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September Solo Jazz Retreat
I love this slow routine that Naomi put together. It fits the music beautifully and what music it is! "I'm Gonna Move to the Outskirts of...
Peter & Naomi
Sep 1, 20211 min read
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August 2021 Solo Jazz Retreat
Here's a slick little Charleston routine to a great song for Charleston by the great Sidney Bechet called "Blame It On the Blues".
Peter & Naomi
Aug 1, 20211 min read
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July 2021 Solo Jazz Retreat
Check out this great little routine to an amazing rendition of "Shivers" by the Handsome Devils' own, Jake Sanders! All performed at the...
Peter & Naomi
Jul 1, 20211 min read
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June 2021 Solo Jazz Retreat
We generally film away from the crowds, It is a "retreat" after all, but we couldn't help showing off Minneapolis a touch for June. Join...
Peter & Naomi
Jun 1, 20211 min read
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May 2021 Solo Jazz Retreat
We're back in our beloved City of Lakes and coming at you with a hot Wynonie Harris song.
Peter Strom
May 1, 20211 min read
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April 2021 Solo Jazz Retreat
This was a unique little choreography. I "crowdsourced" it on Instagram (if you're on there say hi @peterandnaomi). I asked for steps and...
Peter Strom
Apr 1, 20211 min read
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March 2021 Solo Jazz Retreat
Back at it with an uptempo Charleston routine (mostly danced on a picnic table top). Here I am getting some sun in Sabino Canyon. -N
Peter Strom
Mar 1, 20211 min read
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February 2021 Solo Jazz Retreat
Coming to you from Saguaro National Park in Arizona, here is the February SJR. I'm feeling this song and I hope you do too. -N
Peter Strom
Feb 1, 20211 min read
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January 2021 Solo Jazz Retreat
A catchy tune and some sunshine when we most need it. Here is "That's On Jack That's On" -N
Peter Strom
Jan 1, 20211 min read
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December 2020 Solo Jazz Retreat
I'm finally doing a slow routine for our retreat this time. If you're not used to tapping into this vibe it can be a challenge even...
Peter Strom
Dec 1, 20201 min read
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November 2020 Solo Jazz Retreat
A fast one to a hot song- "Geronimo" by Jay McShann. This song begs to be danced to.
Peter Strom
Nov 1, 20201 min read
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October 2020 Solo Jazz Retreat
I originally created this with the song "Tea for Two" in my mind, but without listening to a recording. I was trying to let the rhythms...
Peter Strom
Oct 1, 20201 min read
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September 2020 Solo Jazz Retreat
I picked up the pace for this one. If you feel covid-out-of-shape this would be a great one to sweat to :) -N
Peter Strom
Sep 1, 20201 min read
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August 2020 Solo Jazz Retreat
I picked one of the songs from my "That's My Jam" talk for the mini-routine this month. It added some extra pressure cause I love the...
Peter Strom
Aug 1, 20201 min read
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July 2020 Solo Jazz Retreat
Went for a whole chorus this time. Feel free to post a video of you doing it to the Facebook group. Can't wait to see you! (and where you...
Peter Strom
Jul 1, 20201 min read
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June 2020 Solo Jazz Retreat
I made up a solo jazz combo to my original song and lady anthem "Little Girl Blues". Level 3+ gets the breakdown video. I tried a new...
Peter Strom
Jun 1, 20201 min read
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