Will go in order as best as I know it: PRE 1900’s – Original “tango” music was very rhythmic. Think gaucho’s (Argentinean cowboys), 3 dudes outside with guitar/banjo/flute, that kind of old school folklore sounds. Basic beats, and some basic lyrics. Think Carlos Gardel type of music…but even older. It wasn’t even called tango, it […]

– frustration therapy for beginner leaders This can be one of the most frustrating things in tango. You’re leader a follower and no matter what you do, she keeps popping out into close embrace. It’s great that she moves, you just wish she would stay in close. I had and still have this problem to

Useful Argentine tango tips for beginner dancers: Tango is hard – Everything comes from posture – All movements take work – (relax but work) Learn AND Practice – Get rejected a lot Try everything – discover all extremes, and explore the gray areas in between Be a great student – Listen to the music –

http://site.ekclothing.com/blog/?p=1501 https://www.quora.com/How-do-I-decline-a-dance-invitation-with-wit-and-charm Such a challenging act! Saying “no” in such a way that it doesn’t feel like a rejection and more importantly, doesn’t make you come off as mean. While some followers have a hard time getting dances, there are other followers who get too many dances (especially unwanted ones). What are some reason a

– leaders hand placement in her back – leaders hand height   Feeling of support and surroundeness (presence) controlling spine allowing or blocking pivots lifting or lowering close or open embrace

Just as the title )gabriel…not floor pounding or running movement