Even in the _x001C_ roaring_x001D_ twenties some things could not be spoken about in polite company. So popular songs of the early jazz and swing era used double entendre and subtle lyrics to express the all-too-human experiences of passion and love. Now in 2012, Solstice brings you LUST IN GENTEEL TIMES - a taste of barely-concealed hot'n'steamy, or truly indulged soft'n'dreamy, in rhythms from the 30s and 40s. Tonight we feature a style that captures the energy of love, lust & passion: SWING. This style is characterised by a walking bass, swung rhythms and the haunting tones of blue leading notes. Off-beat phrasing and rhythmic setting drives the energy of this style: add some harmony and there's plenty of spice! Close harmonies, great rhythms, songs of longing and finding _x0013_ if you missed our sell-out performances last Fringe, don't miss Solstice this time. LUST IN GENTEEL TIMES is proudly assisted by Nexus Multicultural Arts Centre.
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