Learn The Tranky Doo with Counts | Part 1

Lark Mervine breaks down part 1 of The Tranky Doo.
This video is a recap of an hour long class which includes discussion, demonstration, and historical context of Charleston and African-American Vernacular Jazz Dance. It is important to recognize the significance and importance of the history of these Black American art forms.
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Fall of the Log
Shuffle x 2
Shoe Shine
Boogie Forward x 2
Apple Jacks x 2
Rocks
Drunken Sailor
Boogie Back/Shorty George x 3
Break Step

The Tranky Doo is a famous jazz line dance choreographed by Whitey's Lindy Hoppers' Pepsi Bethel and Frankie Manning (or one or the other, I don't think anyone is truly sure). The dance is now synonymous with the song "Dipsy Doodle"performed by Ella Fitzgerald and written by Larry Clinton. It's a fun dance with a lot of great jazz and Charleston moves!

Dipsy Doodle song:
   • Ella Fitzgerald - The Dipsy Doodle