Chance W. Bushman
Swing Dance Lessons, Performance, &, Live Music in Western Massachusetts
Hi, I’m Chance. I am a Dancer, Musician, and Teacher offering Swing Dance Lessons, Live Music, Workshops, and Performances in Western Massachusetts.
Photo by Babs Evangelista Photography
Art by Svetlana Simeunovic
Background
I grew up in a small town in Southern California and went to college in San Diego with a major in History. In the late 1990s I fell in love with Swing Dancing, and, unbeknownst to me, that was the beginning of a long career in music and dance.
I spent nearly two decades as a staple in New Orleans’ thriving music and dance scene before moving to Western Massachusetts with my family.
I’ve won national and international Swing Dance competitions, choreographed and starred in award-winning stage productions, been a featured dancer and musician on television shows and in movies, and have performed on stages and in venues around the world.
I love to spread the joy and connection of social dance. In a world where more and more people feel alone, music and dance offer to bring people together.
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Where I teach:
Swing Dances & Workshops are held at Northampton Center for the Arts in Northampton, MA. There is free parking available. Join us some Swing Dance Workshops & Social Dances.
LESSONS & PERFORMANCE
Private Lessons
$85 per hour
$200 for three
Private Lessons are a great way to get the basics under your belt.
Dance Workshops
$20 in advance
$25 at the door
Workshop are open to people of all ages and skill levels. These are fun and social.
Social Dance
$10 in advance
$15 at the door
Join us for a social dance at the Center for the Arts! It’s an amazing space for a community dance.
“So, so, so much fun. We feel so fortunate to have been a part and welcomed into the community
– Megan –.”
UPCOMING WORKSHOPS & PERFORMANCES
We have upcoming Swing Dance Workshops and Social Dances for all ages and ability levels.
Swing Dance Workshop at Northampton Center for the Arts – SAT SEPT 19, 2026 10AM-12PM
Swing Dance Social w/ Basic Lesson at Northampton Center for the Arts – TBD
Want to see some videos of Chance Dancing throughout the years?
Chance W. Bushman
Swing Dance Lessons, Performance, &, Live Music in Western Massachusetts
