Family Program: “Land of 1,000 Dances”

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Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum

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Learn the Watusi, the mashed potato, the twist, and the pony to Wilson Pickett’s hit “Land of 1000 Dances.” Recorded at FAME Studio in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, the song—which went to #6 on the Billboard Hot 100—is recognized as one of Pickett’s greatest hits. Dance instructor Danielle Blackmon will teach participants the four dances mentioned in the song. No dance skills necessary. Offered in support of the exhibition Muscle Shoals: Low Rhythm Rising, supported by OneLouder. Program made possible in part by PEDIGREE® and PEDIGREE Foundation. All ages. Taylor Swift Education Center. Included with Museum admission. Free to Museum members.