Rockin' At The Barn Dances   1st, 3rd & 5th Saturdays every month Join hundreds of Singles on our "Singles Dance" night on the 1st, 3rd and 5th Saturdays of every month. Everyone 18 and over is welcome (including couples) but the theme and activities are especially geared towards singles' dancing.   Start the night off with a free dance lesson at 7:30 - 8:00. The doors open at 7:15 so get here early for a good table because we pack the place on these nights.   Every 3rd Saturday is Christian Singles Night and this is the biggest night we have with usually well over 200 people dancing and mixing all night. For Details of Cost, Dates and Times scroll down to the Saturday Dance Schedule or visit our Calendar of Dance Events Page. The dance starts at 8:00 and goes until Midnight with Ron Bolin, The Dancin' DJ playing your favorite hits from all the decades with Rock 'n' Roll, Top 40, R and B, Swing, Ballroom, Latin and even some Country.

Saturday Dance Extravaganza   2nd Saturday of the Month The 2nd Saturday of the month will feature our very own DJ, Dave Serfling. Also, on select dates we have Maia Santell and House Blend performing their great dance music. Both Dave and Maia have wonderful fans that come to dance. This one Saturday a month is guaranteed to be a great event!   Dave plays the music and entertains EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT at the Rockin' Horse Dance Barn. With a wide variety of genres of music and styles of dance everyone has a great time. Dave seems to be best known for his Country music but if you have been to any of his performances you know he plays many types of Dance Music. Here are some of the types of music:    Country (2-Step, Waltz, Cowboy Cha, Schottische, 10-Step) Swing (ECS, WCS, Lindy, JB) Blues (WCS, ECS) Latin (Cha, Salsa, Rumba, Tango) Ballroom/Big Band (Foxtrot, Waltz, Tango, Swing) and more.  Maia Santell and her backing band, House Blend, have been performing for 20 years at nightclubs, dances, cruises, casinos and festivals. Their repertoire consists of a danceable mix of Blues, Swing, Latin, Rock, West Coast Swing, East Coast Swing, Ballroom and more. Maia's appreciation and understanding of tempos, rhythms and specific dance styles has deemed her the title "The Pacific Northwest Queen of Swing!" website For the details on cost, dates and times check out the Saturday Dance Schedule below, or view our whole Calendar of Dance Events, and join our email list to stay in the loop for up-to-date dance activities at The Rockin' Horse Dance Barn. Your Premier Dance Venue.

Live Country Band Dances   4th Saturday of the Month On the 4th Saturday of the month, join us for a great night of Country dancing. We are proud to present some of the Northwest's Local Country Bands. Start the evening with a Dance Lesson from 7:00-8:00. Then dance from 8:00 - Midnight. For the Cost, Dates and Times please see the Saturday Dance Schedule below. 8 Second Ride The Jangles Band Rain Posse Allan Dale Band

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March 2009 1 7th Rockin' at The Barn Dance 8:00-Midnight Dancin' DJ, Ron Bolin 7:30 Lesson:  Hustle w/Ron Bolin Dance & Lesson $12 2 14th Second Saturday Soiree 8:00 - Midnight DJ, Dave Serfling  7:00 Lesson:  Foxtrot w/Dave Serfling Lesson $12 or Dance $12 Both $15  3 21st Rockin' at The Barn Dance 8:00-Midnight Dancin' DJ, Ron Bolin 7:30 Lesson: Waltz w/Ron Bolin Dance & Lesson $12 4 28th LIVE MUSIC    Allan Dale Band 8:00- Midnight 7:00 Lesson:  Country 2-Step w/Dave Serfling Lesson $12 Dance $12 Both $15

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April 2009 1  4th Rockin' at The Barn Dance 8:00-Midnight Dancin' DJ, Ron Bolin 7:30 Lesson: Swing w/Ron Bolin Dance & Lesson $12 2 11th LIVE MUSIC Maia Santell and House Blend 8:00-Midnight Details 7:00 Lesson:  Cha-cha w/Dave Serfling Lesson $12 or Dance $12 Both $15  3 18th Rockin' at The Barn Dance 8:00-Midnight Dancin' DJ, Ron Bolin 7:30 Lesson: Nightclub 2-Step w/Ron Bolin Dance & Lesson $12 4 25th LIVE MUSIC 8 Second Ride 8:00-Midnight   Details 7:00 Lesson:  Country 2-Step w/Dave Serfling  Lesson $12 or Dance $12 Both $15

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May 2009 1  2nd Rockin' at The Barn Dance 8:00-Midnight Dancin' DJ, Ron Bolin 7:30 Lesson: Rumba w/Ron Bolin Dance & Lesson $12 2 9th Second Saturday Soiree 8:00 - Midnight DJ, Dave Serfling   7:00 Lesson:  Turning Waltz w/Dave Serfling Lesson $12 or Dance $12 Both $15  3 16th Rockin' at The Barn Dance ** Motown Party ** 8:00-Midnight Dancin' DJ, Ron Bolin 7:30 Lesson: West Coast Swing w/Ron Bolin Dance & Lesson $12 4 23rd 2nd Annual Seattle's Sweetheart Singles Dance Guest DJs "Eddie & the Pharoahs" featuring Bobby Karch 8:00 - Midnight 7:30 Lesson:  Waltz Variations   Lesson & Dance $12  5 30th  Rockin' at The Barn Dance 8:00-Midnight Dancin' DJ, Ron Bolin   7:30 Lesson: Cha-cha w/Ron Bolin  Dance & Lesson $12

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June 2009 1 6th Rockin' at The Barn Dance 8:00-Midnight Dancin' DJ, Ron Bolin 7:30 Lesson:  Tush Push w/Ron Bolin Dance & Lesson $12 2 13th  LIVE MUSIC Maia Santell and House Blend 8:00-Midnight Details  7:00 Lesson:  West Coast Swing w/Dave Serfling Lesson $12 or Dance $12 Both $15  3 20th Rockin' at The Barn Dance 8:00-Midnight Dancin' DJ, Ron Bolin 7:30 Lesson:  Hustle w/Ron Bolin Dance & Lesson $12 4 27th LIVE MUSIC Rain Posse 8:00 - Midnight Details  7:00 Lesson:  Country 2-Step w/Jeannette Baker Lesson $12 or Dance $12 Both $15

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July 2009 1 4th Rockin' at The Barn Dance ** 4th of July Party ** 8:00-Midnight Dancin' DJ, Ron Bolin 7:30 Lesson: East Coast Swing w/Ron Bolin Dance & Lesson $12 2 11th  Saturday Dance Extravaganza 8:00 - Midnight DJ, Dave Serfling  7:00 Lesson: Nightclub 2-Step w/Dave Serfling Lesson $12 or Dance $12 Both $15  3 18th Rockin' at The Barn Dance 8:00-Midnight Dancin' DJ, Ron Bolin 7:30 Lesson: Waltz w/Ron Bolin Dance & Lesson $12 4 25th LIVE MUSIC Allan Dale Band 8:00 - Midnight Details  7:00 Lesson:  Country 2-Step w/Dave Serfling  Lesson $12 or Dance $12 Both $15

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August 2009 1 1st Rockin' at The Barn Dance ** Western Roundup ** 8:00-Midnight Dancin' DJ, Ron Bolin 7:30 Lesson:  Country 2-Step w/Dave Serfling Dance & Lesson $12 2 8th Saturday Dance Extravaganza 8:00 - Midnight DJ, Dave Serfling  7:00 Lesson: Salsa w/Dave Serfling  Lesson $12 or Dance $12 Both $15  3 15th Rockin' at The Barn Dance 8:00-Midnight Dancin' DJ, Ron Bolin 7:30 Lesson:  West Coast Swing w/Ron Bolin Dance & Lesson $12 4 22nd LIVE MUSIC 8 Second Ride 8:00-Midnight   Details   7:00 Lesson:  Country 2-Step w/Dave Serfling Lesson $12 or Dance $12 Both $15  5 29th Rockin' at The Barn Dance 8:00-Midnight Dancin' DJ, Ron Bolin 7:30 Lesson: Nightclub 2-Step w/Ron Bolin Dance & Lesson $12

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September 2009 1 5th Rockin' at The Barn Dance ** Back to School Sock Hop ** 8:00-Midnight Dancin' DJ, Ron Bolin 7:30 Lesson: Jitterbug w/Ron Bolin Dance & Lesson $12 2 12th   Closed for Private Party   -- -- 3 19th Rockin' at The Barn Dance 8:00-Midnight Dancin' DJ, Ron Bolin 7:30 Lesson: Cowboy Cha-cha w/Ron Bolin Dance & Lesson $12 4 26th LIVE MUSIC   8:00 - Midnight 7:00 Lesson:  Country 2-Step w/Dave Serfling   Lesson $12 or Dance $12 Both $15

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October 2009 1  3rd Rockin' at The Barn Dance 8:00-Midnight Dancin' DJ, Ron Bolin  7:30 Lesson:  Hustle w/Ron Bolin Dance & Lesson $12 2 10th  LIVE MUSIC Maia Santell and House Blend 8:00-Midnight Details  7:00 Lesson:  ??? w/??? Lesson $12 or Dance $12 Both $15 3 17th Rockin' at The Barn Dance 8:00-Midnight Dancin' DJ, Ron Bolin 7:30 Lesson:  Rumba w/Ron Bolin Dance & Lesson $12 4 24th  LIVE MUSIC Rain Posse 8:00 - Midnight Details  7:00 Lesson:  Country 2-Step w/Dave Serfling Lesson $12 or Dance $12 Both $15  5 31st Rockin' at The Barn Dance ** Halloween Hullabaloo ** 8:00-Midnight Dancin' DJ, Ron Bolin 7:30 Lesson:  Swing w/Ron Bolin Dance & Lesson $12

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November 2009 7th Rockin' at The Barn Dance 8:00-Midnight Dancin' DJ, Ron Bolin  7:30 Lesson:   Cha-cha w/Ron Bolin Dance & Lesson $12 14th Saturday Dance Extravaganza 8:00 - Midnight DJ, Dave Serfling   7:00 Lesson: w/Dave Serfling  Lesson $12 or Dance $12 Both $15 21st Rockin' at The Barn Dance ** Thanksgiving Dance ** 8:00-Midnight Dancin' DJ, Ron Bolin  7:30 Lesson: West Coast Swing w/Ron Bolin Dance & Lesson $12 28th LIVE MUSIC Allan Dale Band 8:00 - Midnight Details  7:00 Lesson:  Country 2-Step w/Dave Serfling  Lesson $12 or Dance $12 Both $15

December 2009 5th Rockin' at The Barn Dance 8:00-Midnight Dancin' DJ, Ron Bolin  7:30 Lesson:  Boot Scootin' Boogie  w/Ron Bolin Dance & Lesson $12 12th Saturday Dance Extravaganza 8:00 - Midnight DJ, Dave Serfling       Lesson $12 or Dance $12 Both $15 19th Rockin' at The Barn Dance ** Christmas Dance ** 8:00-Midnight Dancin' DJ, Ron Bolin  7:30 Lesson: Waltz w/Ron Bolin Dance & Lesson $12 26th LIVE MUSIC 8 Second Ride 8:00-Midnight Details  7:00 Lesson:  Country 2-Step w/Dave Serfling  Lesson $12 or Dance $12 Both $15

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Click to zoom 8 Second Ride Is one of the area's most popular Country & Rock Bands "8-Second Ride" plays songs go from Patsy Cline to Teri Clark, Dwight Yoakum to ZZ Top.  New & Old Country, & Old rock. They are very familiar with the dance speeds to most popular dances including West Coast Swing, East Coast Swing, Country 2-step, Cowboy Cha-cha, Horseshoe, Denny Walker, Waltz, 10-step, Schottische, and more.  They are a dance band, and proud of it!! Band Members: Kimberly Kaye - drums & vocals JR Broad - bass & vocals Dave Dorning - lead guitar & vocals Scotty MacDonald - lead guitar Country 2-Step, 10-Step/Polka, Waltz, West Coast, East Coast/Jitterbug and more.

Click to zoom The Jangles perform an acoustic version of Texas swing music that is  winning fans in both jazz and country circles alike. Borrowing from Milton Brown, Bob Wills, Hank Williams , Gene Autry, Asleep at the Wheel, Patsy Cline, Jimmy Rivers and others, they put a contemporary edge on a timeless brand of dance music. Their music is perfectly suited for dancin' or listening. Janglesband.com   Event Poster (large PDF file, it takes a moment)   Band Leader Mike Faast, has assembled a group of jazz-country all stars, anchored by Western Swing legend, Paul Anastasio - fiddle, Natonal Flatpicking Champion, Roger Ferguson -guitar/ mandolin/fiddle, and Jazz Bassman, Lance Haslund. and Lance's better half,  Laurie Haslund, harmony vocals Mike sings lead and plays rhythm guitar as the Seattle based group lays down  their version what they call, "hick jazz."

Click to zoom Rain Posse Rockin' country, blues, and original songs.  That's what you'll hear from Rain Posse.  This band from Renton, Wa. will have you dancing and singing along in no time!  These local musicians with their diverse backgrounds love playing music and having a good time.  You will too! Website   Dave Burr on Guitar & Vocals Laurie Klein on Harmonica, Percussion & Vocals Tim Thomas on Guitar Mike Harris on Keyboard Earl Klein on Bass Guitar Mark Ellis on D

Click to Zoom Allan Dale Band This band plays Country, Rockabilly and some good old Rock and Roll. The band plays CLASSIC AND SOME NEWER COUNTRY, Rockabilly SWING and some good old FUN Rock and Roll. With a Bass, 2 Lead Guitars, Rhythm Guitar and a FEMALE Drummer named Darleen Jones, this band plays a wide variety of very popular songs we all love to dance to, ESPECIALLY COUNTRY. They have 3 Lead Vocals in the band which adds an even wider array of songs. THEY HAVE FUN AND IT SHOWS AND THEY LOVE WHEN EVERYBODY HAVING FUN & JOINING IN!!!

 

Click to zoom Capt. Leroy and the Zydeco Locals play authentic Rockin' Zydeco music from Southwestern Louisiana.     The high-energy band performs traditional and modern tunes - sung in both French and English - and put their own twist on them to create lively, danceable tunes for two-stepping and soulful waltzing.   The accordion, frottiore (rubboard), electric guitar, bass and drums create a great party atmosphere! The band has years of experience in the idiom, collectively and individually.   Accordionist Leroy and rubboard player Tina are former members of the popular Seattle zydeco band "Captain Leroy and the Culture Pirates", and have visited SW Louisiana many times to jam with musicians there. Drummer Cutts lived in New Orleans for many years, honing his style with local musicians there.   Bass player Skye, anchors the Locals' low end and has played with recording artist Christie McWilson. Seasoned guitarist Kevin brings years of performing and studio recording to his passionate, compelling lead and rhythm playing

Click to zoom  Route 66 Swing Band This great, 14-18 piece, swinging band's repertoire consists of the classic and authentic big band hits by such greats as Glenn Miller, Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole and Count Basie among others. "Get Your Kicks With ROUTE 66". The Big Band Sound From The Swing Era.' 20 years of providing great music! This great, swinging band's repertoire consists of the classic and authentic big band hits by such greats as Glenn Miller, Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole and Count Basie among others. The lovely and very talented vocalists, Linda Capeluto or Cindy Solvang, add a special touch of glamour and excitement to the music.  website

Click to zoom The Mach One Jazz Orchestra is a jet-powered 17-piece big band spanning the musical traditions of World War II through today’s exciting jazz innovations. They have been in existence for 8 years and have had the privilege of achieving a regular playing schedule throughout the Greater Seattle area. The Mach One Jazz Orchestra has gained a reputation as an aggressive big band that plays with a great deal of energy, technical competence and enthusiasm. Over the years, Mach One has experienced surprising little turnover in personnel. The members stay with the band because they like to play great music! Of the several big bands in the Greater Seattle area, the Mach One Jazz Orchestra consistently ranks as one of the audience favorites and returns to many venues on a regular basis. Website

Click to zoom The Max Band one of Seattle’s most popular “dancer’s” dance bands. What sets this band apart is their ability to play an incredibly wide variety of dance music including Swing, Blues, Classic Rock & Roll and smattering of Country and Latin. Another unique feature of this band is that all four of the musicians are also powerful lead singers as well, so you will always hear lots of vocals and multiple harmonies. The Max Band consists of four talented musicians:  Howard Mack:  Driving rhythm guitar and dynamic lead vocals. Craig Ibsen:  Rock solid “in the pocket” bass and smooth, powerful vocals.  Bill Barnard:  Tasty lead guitar and vocals. Kenny Coulter:  Our very own “singing drummer”, providing steady dance grooves and commanding vocals.

Click to zoom Rainy City Riff Raff  a swinging eight piece variety band, plays retro favorites from the Big Band Era into the Seventies. Their line-up includes three hot horns, four grooving rhythm, and two fantastic lead vocalists. The music is a lively mix from decades past played with authenticity, style, and pizzazz. You'll hear classics by Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Nat King Cole, Louis Jordan, Frank, Ella, Elvis, The Blues Brothers, Van Morrison, plus a bit of Motown, Latin, and several waltzes, too. They offer a proven mix for a wonderful evening of partner dancing. Come join us! website

Click to zoom The Nudie Suit Stardusters  play popular Classic Country Western songs from the 40s, 50s and 60s with a few new songs mixed in for good measure.   The female vocalist sings tunes by Patsy Cline, Tammy Wynette and other popular Country singers. The male vocalist sings songs by Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Ernie Tubbs, Lefty Frizzell, Ray Price, Hank Williams, Sr. and other great artists.   Country 2-Step, 10-Step/Polka, West Coast Swing, East Coast Swing, Sweetheart Schottische, Cowboy Cha-cha and Waltz.  Click to zoom Poster (2MB)