Elisabet Solo in association with E=MC² Jazz Lab FormationPresents Ryan Francois "Grooves and Moves". The Art of back to Basics

This is an open-level masterclass, especially designed for experienced Jazz dancers and proficient dancers from other styles who want to dive deeper into the roots of Authentic Vernacular Jazz.

Do you have a CHOREOGRAPHY you’d love to share with Ryan Francois one of today’s greatest masters of Vernacular Jazz, a true guardian of its legacy, mentored by Frankie Manning himself, who considered Ryan his third son? 🤯🙏🏼🍀 No coreography yet? There’s still time to create one for February 19, 2027! Bring your solo, duo or trio choreography to E=MC² Jazz Lab Formation and show Ryan what you’ve got! Ryan will observe your work and give you feedback on your technique, musicality, movement quality, expression and YOUR GROOVE! 👀 Taking part in the Showcase is optional, but it’s an incredible opportunity you won’t want to miss. So come on, give it a try! Over the following two days, we’ll explore and work on that feedback together. RHYTHM · GROOVE · MOVEMENT · TECHNIQUE · MUSICALITY Ryan will guide us as we dive deeper into our foundations, reconnect with the roots of Jazz and discover new tools to grow and evolve as dancers, learning directly from a master of the tradition.