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E46: What is a Swing & How it Changed My Life

E46: What is a Swing & How it Changed My Life

Update: 2025-10-30
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Ever wondered what a swing actually does in a musical?

In this episode, I’m taking you back to my early days in Cats the Musical and through more than a decade swinging shows like Mary Poppins and Beetlejuice the Musical.


We’ll talk about:

• What a swing really is and why the role matters

• How learning multiple tracks taught me trust, adaptability + joy

• The deeper lessons that go far beyond choreography


This episode is part story, part insight — a reminder that being a swing isn’t just about remembering steps, it’s about knowing yourself when everything changes last minute.


If you’re a performer, cover, or swing who’s ready to navigate this life with more clarity and calm — this one’s for you.


Listen now + grab your free Swing Starter Kit: https://www.taylorscanlan.com/swing-starter-kit

Join the free live masterclass: https://www.taylorscanlan.com.au/swing-masterclass-opt-in-1

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E46: What is a Swing & How it Changed My Life

E46: What is a Swing & How it Changed My Life

Taylor Scanlan