Kemper & Aliceann
The Talleys dance, compete, perform, DJ, and teach across the Southeast and Midwest, both individually and as a couple. They can be hired for your event as performers, social dancers, instructors, or DJs. Learn more.
third couple
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white blouse & gold shirt
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Need a Theme?
Most questions we get about organizing an event is how to craft your theme. While you can mix and match styles from several different eras, we recommend picking one time period to create a complete feeling for your event.
20's/Roaring 20's/Speakeasy/Art Deco
MusicTrad jazz was growing in cities like New Orleans, Kansas City, and Chicago by musicians like Sydney Bechet, Benny Motem, and Louis Armstrong.
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DanceMany jazz dances were popular pre-30's, including Charleston (solo and partnered), Peabody, and numerous animal dances.
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40's/50's/Swing Era/WWII/USO
MusicBig Bands and small combos evolved through the decades in ballrooms across the country with band leaders like Chick Webb, Count Basie, and Artie Shaw.
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ClothesThe age shown in Marvelous Miss Maisel, The Crown, and Captain America. Swing dresses and boxy suits.
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DanceThe era of swing dancing. Dances include Lindy Hop, Balboa, Shag and more.
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Sock Hop
Knoxville
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Scruffy City
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The Talleys are passionate about sharing their love of vintage swing- & jazz-era social dancing with the Knoxville community.
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