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Hellzapoppin' (1941): Whitey's Lindy Hoppers

Name: Hellzapoppin' (1941): Whitey's Lindy Hoppers
Description: The most famous Lindy Hop sequence ever filmed, from the 1941 comedy Hellzapoppin'. Whitey's Lindy Hoppers, billed here as the Harlem Congaroos, tear through a fast routine packed with air steps, swing-outs and Charleston at full speed. This upload labels the individual dancers, which makes it usefu

Hellzapoppin' (1941) - Whitey's Lindy Hoppers w/ Dancers' Names - Harlem Congaroos – video still

Dancers: Whitey's Lindy Hoppers · Hellzapoppin' (1941 film) · Lindy Hop · On YouTube from SwingcatVB · YouTube title: “Hellzapoppin' (1941) - Whitey's Lindy Hoppers w/ Dancers' Names - Harlem Congaroos”

The most famous Lindy Hop sequence ever filmed, from the 1941 comedy Hellzapoppin'. Whitey's Lindy Hoppers, billed here as the Harlem Congaroos, tear through a fast routine packed with air steps, swing-outs and Charleston at full speed. This upload labels the individual dancers, which makes it useful for learning who is who. Watch the sheer athleticism, the way couples hand off to each other, and how relaxed the dancing stays at a punishing tempo. Essential viewing for anyone who dances swing.

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