What is Swing

The term "swing" is a very general term and can describe several different things. Among these, swing can refer to:
    1.) a syncopated rhythm that is a common characteristic of jazz music, particularly swing jazz;
    2.) a style of jazz music known as "swing jazz," and often incorrectly known as "big band" music;
    3.) a related variety of partnered dances which includes Lindy Hop, West Coast Swing, and Smooth Lindy;
    4.) a few varieties of music that it is very common to swing dance to.