
Milonga course start TONIGHT - Mondays 7:30pm \| Save the date for 2 events : Andi-longa on 03/08 and Cuarteto Rotterdan on 03/30.	View in browser

LEARN TANGO AS A PHILOSOPHY OF LIFE

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Incorporating traspie into Milonga requires not only technical skill but also a deep connection to the music and a strong partnership. It's about feeling the rhythm together, anticipating each other's movements, and responding in the moment. This interplay between the dancers and the music is what makes Milonga with traspie an exhilarating experience, both to dance and to witness.

Technically, a traspie involves a quick transfer of weight from one foot to the other, executed in sync with the upbeat or syncopated rhythm of the Milonga music. It's akin to a stutter-step, where the dancer appears to stumble or trip lightly, only to recover with grace and continue dancing. This movement can be subtle, merely a quick shift of weight, or more pronounced, involving a small, playful hop or a series of rapid steps.

What makes traspie truly enchanting in Milonga is its ability to mirror the music's playful and seemingly unpredictable rhythm allowing dancers to play with timing, speed, and dynamics.

When executed with skill and sensitivity to the music, traspie can transform a simple sequence of steps into a lively, engaging dance conversation, full of surprises and shared moments of joy between the dancers.

Traspie anyone?
See you tonight at 7:30pm for 4 weeks MIlonga course!

REGISTER HERE

In Argentine Tango there are numerous techniques and movements that dancers strive to master.

One such movement that adds elegance, dynamism, and excitement to the dance is the colgada.

Whether you are an avid tango dancer or simply intrigued by the art of dance, let us provide you with everything you need to know about the colgada!

LEANING OUT AWAY: ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT COLGADA

READ MORE HERE

The newest Milonga in town!

Message from Andi:
To my fine tango friends (current and yet to formally meet),You're invited to Boston's newest milonga, where the tangueres are absolutely lovely. A night of passion, jestful critiques of the DJ, and abrazos. Let’s dance!

Yeah! I want to dance with Andi!

5% Discount for Abrazo Tango Festival

Where: Manhattan, NYC
When: April 26th-28th, 2024

Master Teachers:
Gaston Torelli & Gri Montanaro
Ricardo Calvo & Sandra Messina
Musicologist John Turci-Escobar

DJs:
Rod R Tango, Chicago
Giò IL Fuz, Italy
Cigdem Tanik, NYC

Hosted by: Mariela Franganillo & Dagny Arizona Miller

TANGO LABORATORY
Exploring Tango: A Forum, Roundtable, and Laboratory for Tango

THIS THURSDAY at 7:30pm

Join us every Thursday night for ‘Exploring Tango,’ a unique forum tailored for early-stage tango dancers and milongueros facing challenges. This hopes to parallel our intermediate and pre-intermediate classes, but any and all dancers are welcome. This forum offers an in-depth exploration of various aspects of the dance. Engage in dynamic discussions and practical explorations, tackling everything from rhythm challenges to nuances of social dance etiquette. ‘Exploring Tango’ provides a nurturing space to deepen your understanding, refine your skills, and foster connections within the tango community.

Topics include a rotating session (sometimes a series) of the following topics.

“Unlocking Musicality 101 in Dance”: Techniques to interpret and express music in Tango. Getting whats in your head to the partnership.

“The Art of Dancing with Strangers”: Tips and experiences on adapting to new dance partners of all levels

“Stepping into the Social Scene: Milongas and Tango Trips”: Deciding when to join social dancing events and how to prepare.

“Maintaining Flow on the Dance Floor”: Strategies for smooth navigation and etiquette in crowded dance spaces.

“Variety vs. Complexity: Keeping Your Partner Engaged with Limited Moves”: Focusing on connection and musicality over a vast repertoire of moves.

“Mastering the Art of Cabeceo and Mirada: Navigating Invitation and Rejection in the Milonga”: Techniques and etiquette for inviting and accepting dances.

“Tango Terminology: A Linguistic Journey”: Exploring the essential terms and phrases in Tango.

“Cultural Norms and Etiquette in Argentine Tango”: Understanding the social and cultural aspects of Tango etiquette and traditions.

“I Don’t Have Rhythm (Ugh, Now What?)”: Overcoming challenges in finding and feeling the rhythm in Tango.

“Feeling the Beat: Tango vs Milonga vs Vals”: Understanding and distinguishing the unique rhythms of these dance styles.

“Navigating the Lead and Follow Dynamics”: Addressing common 101 challenges and strategies in leading and following.

MARCH SCHEDULE
ADDRESS: 349 Washington St, Malden, MA 02148

THINGS TO KNOW:

Each class is 90 minutes (except for Short Sequences - 45 min)
Each course is 4 weeks, except Sunday Beginners (8 weeks).
No partner is necessary.
You need to register individually.
Once the course starts, you can still join at a drop-in rate. If you missed one class but are committed to the whole course - talk to us.
If you want to start the course from the beginning - register for next month.
Sunday Beginner courses now run in 8 weeks. 11am (started in February) and 2-30pm (starts in March).
If you have never danced Argentine Tango before, you MUST go through the Beginner course. No exceptions.
Milonga courses are scheduled for odd months (each course offers new material).
Vals courses are scheduled for even months (each course offers new material)

MONDAYS

TUESDAYS

THURSDAYS

SUNDAYS

An Evening with Cuarteto Rotterdam
03/30 in Natick

Experience two unforgettable sets by the renowned Cuarteto Rotterdam, that will take you on a musical journey like no other. To add to the experience, TDJ Hernan Brizuela joins in, spinning the most captivating melodies to keep your feet moving.

Choose the perfect experience for you - opt for General Admission to be part of the vibrant crowd, or indulge in the VIP experience for a more exclusive touch.

I <3 LIVE MUSIC | GET MY TICKET

TUESDAYS @ ULTIMATE TANGO
Practica, Short Sequences, Solo Exercises and Beginners

7:30 - 9 pm -> Beginners Class
This is an easy starting point

7:30 - 8:15 pm -> Short Sequences
Learn a new, short, easy-to-remember sequence every week. That's 52 sequences a year. Your vocabulary will be enriched, and your partners - super impressed.

SHORT SEQUENCES ARE NOW RECORDED! (Thank you, Pierre!)
If you participate in Short Sequences and wish to have access to videos - email me to get the SECRET LINK!

9 - 11:30 am -> Practica Chiquita