The Harvey Averne Dozen was an American Latin soul band of the 1960s and 1970s, led by Harvey Averne, a multi-instrumentalist, arranger, and producer. Known for their blending of Latin rhythms with soul and pop music, they were part of the "boogaloo" movement in New York. The band achieved commercial success with their hit "Never Learned to Dance," which has since become a classic in the Northern Soul scene. Averne's innovative approach to Latin music has greatly influenced subsequent artists in the genre.