Milonga Solidaria 2024 - Adelaide does it again!
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  Many thanks to all the dancers who attended Milonga Solidaria last week and those who donated cash before, during and afterwards. Tango Salon donated the $520 taken at the door, and a further $1015 came in the form of donations from Dee, Joy, David N, Larry, Shaun, David B, Lidia, Mike B, Sheila, Monica, Joan, Steve, Alvin, Eva, Mariangela, Brett, Cris, Glynn, Mauricio, Su, Mark, Anne B, Liz, Paul M, Shaddie, Vicki and Daniel. On top of that, Mariangela organised a raffle with 10 prizes donated by herself, Sheila, Lucy, Trish N, Dee, and Susanna B.  Many thanks to Mariangela – the ..read more
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Milonga Solidaria 2023
Tango Salón Adelaide Blog
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1y ago
Many thanks to all the dancers who attended Milonga Solidaria last Friday - all of your $10 entradas will be donated by Tango Salon Adelaide to the milonga's project. Special thanks to the donors of items/activities for the Silent Auction: Glen, Dee, Mike, Lidia, Adelaide Abrazo Tango, Sheila, Mariangela, Susanna, Cris, Robyn, Ray, Larry, Sonia, Lorraine, Pat & Bob. Thanks again to the people who made donations in return for the silent auction items: Tricia N, Sheila, Dru, Vita, Sonia, Ellie, Mariangela, Lorraine, Anne B, Dee, Bruno, Vicki, Ray, Cris, Janett, David N, Eva, Alvin, Rebecca ..read more
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Soul
Tango Salón Adelaide Blog
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1y ago
Amongst the countless tango performances available on the internet, we may enjoy the musicality, admire the technique and marvel at the spectacle.  Yet, few performances truly move me deeply.   We all know, of course, that Noelia and Carlitos are wonderful dancers.  Yet, what is it about this particular performance in Bratislava to "Lo vi en tus ojos" which has so much soul? PP ..read more
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The hidden codes of the milonga
Tango Salón Adelaide Blog
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2y ago
Do you avoid busy dancefloors?  Are you unsure how to protect your partner?  How do you negotiate a busy dance-floor without disturbing other dancers?  Navigation is a higher order skill for the male role in tango.  There's no doubt about it.  But get it right and the effect on your milonga experience will be profound.  You'll move with care and confidence, flowing with the dancers around you.  Your partner will place her trust in you and relax in your embrace.   Here are some "hidden" tips from Royce's Tango Thoughts which can make all the differe ..read more
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Cabeceo - the basics
Tango Salón Adelaide Blog
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3y ago
We've written lots about the cabeceo: how to, pitfalls to avoid, special tips, funny situations, etc.  But if you want a handy summary on this elegant technique for invitation in tango, just take a look at The Beginner's Guide to Cabeceo by Tango Immigrant ..read more
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Who was Elvino VARDARO?
Tango Salón Adelaide Blog
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4y ago
"... there was no other violin player like him." By age 14, Vardaro was playing violin to silent movies and had met Rodolfo Biagi.  At age 17 he was invited to join Juan Maglio's orchestra, followed next year by joining Roberto Firpo.  Then at age 21, in 1922, he joined Pedro Maffia, where he played with Osvaldo Pugliese. 1929 - 1931: The Vardaro-Pugliese Sextet had formed with other prominent musicians, but in 1933 Pugliese left, and Vardaro formed a new sextet that included the 18 year old Aníbal Troilo.  Teh sextet was popular in cafes, cabarets and radio.  In 1938 he ..read more
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Rock-solid
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4y ago
When I watch some male dancers, particularly some older ones, the term 'rock-solid' often comes to mind.  They seem to be absolutely grounded, totally in control of their bodies, and always with a strong axis.  As a result, their partners appear secure and in doubt where they are going - the leads are clear, signalled in time to allow an accurate, beautiful response, and the couple dance as one. Watch José Luis Gonzalez.  What are the skills that make him appear rock-solid? Now watch Luis Anchava ... and Gabriel Missé Here are some common features with all three me ..read more
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Irresistible Valses
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4y ago
By their nature, valses draw many dancers to the floor - they are rhythm-driven and contain exquisite moments.  But then there are those valses that won't allow red-blooded dancers to remain in their seats. Here are five valses that I believe are unmissable and unforgettable.  Once you have danced to them, you'll be drawn back to the floor every time they are played. Rodolfo Biagi Dichas que viví (1939) singer Andrés Falgás dancers Vanessa Villalba & Facundo Piñero. This couple is sensational! Juan Maglio Princesa (1931). Don't you love that teasing intro ..read more
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Five tangazos
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4y ago
There are some tangos that totally transport me in a milonga - the body is governed by the heart, which is governed by the music.  No thought of  'steps'.  Each movement is my response to the feeling that the music provokes.  Maybe this is 'entrega' (surrender) - an informed passion discussed in Tango and Chaos. I'm a lover of D'Arienzo's tangos with singer Echagüe - so much fun and room for improvisation coming from the strength of the rhythm.  However, the following selection of music will tell a story about how I also like to dance.  It was a hard choice, lim ..read more
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The Why, When and How of Feedback
Tango Salón Adelaide Blog
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4y ago
When students talk about a recent difficulty which they've been experiencing in tango, one thing we look at is possible causes in their technique.  However, the unknown factor is what their partner at the time may have been contributing to the issue, especially if the student has come to us alone. If we ask whether they tried to raise it with the partner (at a practica, or in class) typically ladies will not have done so, for fear of bruising an ego   on the other hand, a few men claim that the man is always at 'fault' when something isn't working in the dance! Unfortunately, neither approa ..read more
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