Google Doodle has relived the hype of the famous Savoy Ballroom dance which dates back to 1926 in the Harlem area in New York. The usual homepage logo of the company now becomes a swing dancing game that will test your fingers if they are quick enough to adapt to the groove of the music.
On the same day this Tuesday, May 26, a memorial plaque was unearthed by Whitey's Lindy Hoppers members, Norma Miller and Frankie Manning. What's the rich history behind this iconic remembrance?
Google Swaps Homepage Logo with a Savoy Throwback
According to Time Bulletin, the Savoy Ballroom became the symbol of unity when it started to accept everyone after a no-discrimination policy was declared in 1926.
For many years, racial discrimination has been prevalent across the country, but people have found ways to focus more on social interactions through demonstrating lively dances which gave rise to Savoy Ballroom.
Google has broken the grounds for a similar cause by blending the Savoy vibe to a Doodle swing dancing game. The surrounding jazz music in the background has even remade it like an original art of the past.
There was once a time when Savoy has been a controversial place in the United States in the context of race. Since it is owned by a white man, a lot of people questioned why it was managed by a Black man.
During the opening night of the "world's finest ballroom," the venue has hit massive interactions among the people. It was so popular at that time that the club needed to deny the 2,000 patrons of their entrance.
Now that the ballroom icon has been left out of existence, Google's recent doodle challenge would help us keep in touch once again to the exact spot of the ballroom's entrance between 104th and 141st streets: in Lenox Avenue.
While people were allowed to participate and showcase amazing footwork, the modern people who want to feel the 1900's vibe would only have to work harder on their keyboards through their fingers that will do all the job.
The dance floor was so huge that it could accommodate up to 4,000 people inside. It occupies a 10,000 square feet space in the venue where over 700,000 visitors flocked annually to witness the beauty of its marble staircase.
Before entering, men should wear proper attire--a coat and a tie. The bouncers in the area, who were once athletes, are also donning tuxedos.
The Jazz Greats of the Swing Game Made Savoy More Memorable
According to CNET, some of the jazz greats who have been the usual guests in the Savoy ballroom are Dizzy Gillespie, Art Blakey, Thelonious Monk, Charlie Parker, Fitzgerald, and more. Also, Benny Goodman, as well as Chick Webb have entered the grandiose dancing ground of the nostalgic ballroom.
To honor the enigmatic ballroom, Webb's jazz standard Stompin' has been scribbled in Savoy. Although it was demolished after over 30 years in service, the "home of the happy feet" will be remembered through the present Google Doodle--the swing dancing game that is worthy to cherish.
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Written by Joseph Henry
