November 2, 2009 by Melissa

Join us on Saturday, November 7, 2009 as the Fabulous Esquires returns to Pasadena Ballroom Dance Association!
$15 at the door gets you:
- Dance lesson at 7:30pm
- Swing dancing to live music of The Fabulous Esquires from 8:00pm – 11:30pm
- The vocal stylings of Nate Brandstater and The Master’s Plan
- Door prizes
- Refreshments
- Hours of fun!
Located at 75 N Marengo Ave (at Holly St) – the First Baptist Church in Old Town Pasadena. Validated parking in adjacent parking structure.
“Come out swingin’ – See you there!!“

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October 26, 2009 by Melissa

The Fabulous Esquires Big Band will be swinging’ the club this Wednesday at Rusty’s Rhythm Club!!! And this time, its a Halloween Party! Every year, the dance floor is packed with costumed dancers and a fun time is had by all. Join us in the festivities!!
Featuring vocalists Melissa Allen & Dan Freyer!!
All ages welcome, free parking, tons of dance floor space – come out and join us!!
Wednesday, October 28, 2009 from 8:00pm – 11:30pm
8025 W. Manchester Ave, Playa Del Rey
“See you there…!”
Tags: big band swing, dance band, dance club, lindy hop, los angeles events, Rusty Frank, Rusty's Rhythm Club, southbay los angeles, swing, swing dance, swing dance event, things to do
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September 12, 2009 by Melissa

Join us on Saturday, September 12th as the Fabulous Esquires returns to Pasadena Ballroom Dance Association!
$15 at the door gets you:
- Dance lesson at 7:30pm
- Swing dancing to live music of The Fabulous Esquires from 8:00pm – 11:30pm
- The vocal stylings of Melissa Allen & Kevin Kennard
- Door prizes
- Refreshments
- Hours of fun!
Located at 75 N Marengo Ave (at Holly St) – the First Baptist Church in Old Town Pasadena. Validated parking in adjacent parking structure.
“Come out swingin’ – See you there!!“
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August 24, 2009 by Melissa

The Fabulous Esquires Big Band will be swinging’ the club this Wednesday at Rusty’s Rhythm Club!!! Featuring vocalists Melissa Allen & Slater Garcia!!
All ages welcome, free parking, tons of dance floor space – come out and join us!!
Wednesday, August 26th from 8:00pm – 11:30pm
8025 W. Manchester Ave, Playa Del Rey
Tags: big band swing, dance band, dance club, lindy hop, los angeles events, Rusty Frank, Rusty's Rhythm Club, southbay los angeles, swing, swing dance, swing dance event, things to do
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July 27, 2009 by Melissa
Esquire vocalists Melissa Allen & Kevin Kennard team up to present an evening of musical styling: Broadway, Pop, Jazz Standards (and a bit of laughs sprinkled in!) This show marks the return of Kevin Kennard to the Los Angeles cabaret scene after nearly two years and Melissa Allen’s cabaret debut…!!! Come be a part of the magic!
Reservations strongly suggested by calling M Bar: 323-856-0036
Tags: Broadway tunes, Hollywood, jazz vocals, Kevin Kennard, los angeles cabaret, los angeles events, M Bar, Melissa Allen, music concert, musical performance, pop songs, Ron Snyder, things to do, vocalist
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July 21, 2009 by Melissa
Come join us for a night of music and dancing ‘al fresco’ as Pasadena Ballroom Dance Association Presents
“Swing Dancing at Paseo Colorado!”
We love PBDA – they know how to host a fun evening, and they have moved this dance party into the great outdoor – the courtyard at Paseo Colorado in Pasadena – for the summer. Get this:
- Dance lesson at 6:30pm: Free!!
- Big Band music from the Fabulous Esquires: FREE!!
- A California summer evening with good music, fun dancing, and a kick-back good time: priceless.
PBDA is taking reservations for “Golden Circle” Seating: to help cover costs of producing the event this year, reserved seating is available for a donation. Information is available on their website.
Come on out!! If you are a dancer, this is a fun place to do it! If you love music, what better way to enjoy the tunes than under the stars (with a hoppin’ dancefloor to further the entertainment!)
Featuring vocalists Melissa Allen & Slater Garcia, Paseo Colorado is located at 340 E Colorado in Pasadena. Plenty of parking available on site. Dance lesson at 6:30pm with the band starting at 7:00pm.

Tags: big band swing, california, concert, dance band, dance club, free dance lesson, free event, lindy hop, los angeles events, outdoor dance event, pasadena ballroom dance association, paseo colorado, PBDA, summer music, swing, swing dance, swing dance event, things to do
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June 24, 2009 by Melissa

Join us for dancing tonight!
Tags: big band swing, dance band, dance club, lindy hop, Rusty Frank, Rusty's Rhythm Club, southbay los angeles, swing, swing dance, swing dance event, things to do
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June 8, 2009 by Melissa
I was recently tweeted by a fan of The Fabulous Esquires who had ordered our CD “Full Swing Ahead!” from CDbaby.com and he raved about the music, the authenticity of the sound, and the fantastic choice and variety of tunes. I was delighted to have a stranger take time to send such lovely accolades, and it had me curious to see if anyone posted comments on CD Baby – did they ever!!!
How wonderful to be a part of this musical legacy!! From band members, past & present, to the dancers and patrons who have enjoyed the Esquires throughout the years, we are all a part of the history of The Esquires.
Thanks to everyone for supporting live (and recorded!) big band music!

(CDs are available via CDbaby.com or at any of our Southern California live events…!)
Tags: 1960s battle of the bands, big band swing, cd music, dance band, esquires legacy, historic, hollywood bowl battle of the bands, musicians, reviews
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June 8, 2009 by Melissa
The Fabulous Esquires are honored to be participating in two fantastic events this weekend!!
First is Dance Downtown at The Music Center, this Friday June 12th from 6:30pm – 10:00pm. The Esquires will be playing plenty of tunes to cover all styles of ballroom dance for what should be a magnificent evening under the stars!!
Then, on Saturday June 13th, The Esquires are proud to join the Torrance Symphony’s FUNdraiser (see below). This is a fantastic way to spend a Saturday evening while supporting the arts and the 25th season for the Symphony

Come out swinging! We’ll look for you on the dance floor!
Tags: big band swing, cool finds, dance band, Dance Downtown Series, downtown los angeles, fundraiser, Music Center, music concert, southbay los angeles, swing dance event, things to do, torrance symphony, weekend events
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May 8, 2009 by Melissa
The Fabulous Esquires will provide swingin’ tunes for the Taste of the Town Fundraiser this Saturday May 9th at First Lutheran Church of Torrance from 5-8pm.
Tickets are $25 and more information is available by calling 310-320-9920.
Hope to see you there!
Tags: "taste of the town", dance band, fundraiser, Torrance
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