Tango & the Rose in Mouth Stereotype (part 2/2)
A red rose between the teeth of a follower is one of the most, if not the most iconic image (and stereotypes) associated with tango. But where on Earth did it come from?... (part 2/2)
April 8, 2019
Tango & the Rose in Mouth Stereotype (part 1/2)
A red rose between the teeth of a follower is one of the most, if not the most iconic image (and stereotypes) associated with tango. But where on Earth did it come from?... (part 1/2)
March 12, 2019
Help! I’m used to choreographies (part 2/4)!
If you’re used to learning choreographies, don’t panic! Yes, improvised dancing takes a bit of adjusting, but once you relax, things become much easier and you’ll get a very worth-while buzz. (2/4)
The tough job of a tango leader… (part 3 of 3)
To conclude our series about leading, we'll now cover assessment skills and style. Read on...
Help! I’m used to choreographies (part 3/4)!
If you’re used to learning choreographies, don’t panic! Yes, improvised dancing takes a bit of adjusting, but once you relax, things become much easier and you’ll get a very worth-while buzz. (3/4)
Help! I’m used to choreographies (part 1/4)!
If you’re used to learning choreographies, don’t panic! Yes, improvised dancing takes a bit of adjusting, but once you relax, things become much easier and you’ll get a very worth-while buzz. (1/4)
The tough job of a tango leader… (part 2 of 3)
To truly become an outstanding dancer, focus needs to be on the connection with the music. Not only rhythm and dancing in time, but feeling every note of the song, expressing with movement what the singer is saying – in turns light-hearted, or comical, sad, full of hope, and so on. Extending every long note and nailing every short one. Read on...
The tough job of a tango leader… (part 1 of 3)
A true tango leader has to train themselves to be the masters of multitasking. Leading, making the lady feel special, watching around for hazards, planning ahead, listening to the music (and interpreting it), there is a lot on the plate for leaders. Read on for our secrets for leaders...
February 27, 2019
Muddled about milonga?
What is Milonga?
Well, what isn’t Milonga? It actually has several meanings, all fairly closely related. Milonga is a genre of music, as well as a type of dance and a type of dance event. Have we lost you yet? I don’t blame you; let’s break it down.
February 8, 2018
Overtaking…
The only accepted way to overtake a couple on the dance floor seems to be on the left...
