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Below you will find a selection of dancers performing with Solo Tango Orquesta.
Solo Tango Orquesta, "La Milonga de Buenos Aire", Javier Rodriguez & Fatima Vitale
Solo Tango orquesta, Jonathan Saavedra & Clarisa Aragon "Arrabalera"
Solo Tango Orquesta, Alexander & Maria Frolovy "Vals de Invierno"
Solo Tango Orquesta, "La Cumparsita", Javier Rodriguez & Fatima Vitale
Many years ago now, when I went to my first milonga (tango dance) the host of the milonga, explained to we newbies the etiquette and 'rules' of the dance floor. We had introduced ourselves as new students from the country, and were delighted to learn all the new information.
We were shown how dancers were meant to enter and leave the dance floor and why. We were invited to do our form of beginner tango, in the centre of the group so as not to impede the flow. The group was beautiful to watch as it moved, the dancers flowing in a circular pattern.
However of late, I've become aware of many conversations centered around increasingly poor floorcraft on the Tango dance floor.
I wonder what happened to that lovely early Tango scene with the beautifully flowing line of dance? It has been replaced with a dishevelled floor craft and etiquette. Has it something to do with our shortening attention spans? Over the last few weeks, I've been sliced with high heels, trodden on by leaders walking backwards, and knocked sideways by dancers barging onto the floor without looking. If dancers walked onto a busy road, the same way they walk onto a dance floor, many of them would either be dead or critically injured and in hospital by now.
If you have experienced any of the above, you will know that it is not pleasant, and can turn an otherwise lovely evening into one you want to leave. I've even seen people nearly in a fight!
How do we turn this trend around? A few ideas - please share yours.
It's exciting to hear a piece of music that stirs the spirit, that has you on your feet and wanting to dance. However we all need to take care of each other on the dance floor, so we really enjoy the beauty that is Tango. I believe that is where mindfulness comes in.
What is Mindfulness? I'll let Diana Winston explain...
How can we all improve our mindfulness for Argentine Tango?
Dotted through this post and below you'll find some excellent videos on floor craft by Murat and Michelle Erdemsel.
We've all had bumps on the dance floor, accidents happen, lets do our utmost to reduce these and take care of one another. What are your thoughts on how we can bring mindfulness to the dance floor?
"We aim to provide a fun, friendly and happy atmosphere where you can feel relaxed to explore your creativity on a spacious dance floor."
Neo Tango Rage Australia 2018 from Rob Bampton Creative on Vimeo.
THE DANCING
...at the Neo Tango Rage is for curious and explorative Tango dancers, open to different musical styles and genres other than those played at traditional milongas. Whilst essentially keeping the strength of the traditional Tango connection with your partner, couples can decide to enrich the dance by moves and attitudes taken from modern Tango and other dance styles. What matters is to express yourself, respect the other dancers and dance counter clock wise.
THE MUSIC
...is alternative and not Nuevo or Electro Tango! Although Nuevo and Electro Tango may be played in limited quantity during the Rage, the focus is much more about exploring a rich diversity of musical styles and genres. The music will drive participants to dance Tango whilst arousing their curiosity and willingness to explore unexpected musical domains. The tunes will primarily be alternative music that will still enable Tango dancers to integrate Tango steps and movements from traditional Tango.
THE VISUALS
...will have you dancing in a unique three-dimensional atmosphere. Unlike traditional Tango festivals, the staging of Neo Tango Rage will award you with 360° colourful visual effects, enhanced by floating drapery through which you can navigate with your partner.
Bilkent Symphony Orchestra
Aydar Gaynullin, accordion, Dorian Wilson, conductor
Happy New Year. May it be one filled with dance and joy... and travel? Shall we go to Italy?
"Toronto Tango Festival. A four day celebration of Argentine Tango, with workshops for all levels, practicas, milongas, performances and more. Explore and enrich your passion for this captivating dance at the biggest and longest running Argentine Tango event in Toronto. We have invited world renowned maestros and outstanding DJs to keep you dancing to the wee hours." Rhythym & Motion Dance Studio - Toronto Tango Festival
Maestros Include:
Martin Maldonado & Maurizio Ghella
Joachim Dietiker & Michelle Marsidi
Michael Nadtochi & Eleonora Kalganova
Video Play List from 2016: click here.
We saw Leonard Cohen perform a few years ago here in Australia, he will stay in our hearts forever.
Thank you for the music and words Leonard Cohen
The 12th Annual Toronto Tango Festival, presented by Elizabeth Sadowska and Rhythm & Motion Dance Studio, running from June 9th-June 12th 2016 at Lithuanian Hall (1573 Bloor Street West, Toronto, ON M6P 1A6)
Toronto Tango Festival is a four day celebration of Argentine Tango, with workshops for all levels, practicas, milongas, performances and more. Explore and enrich your passion for this captivating dance at the biggest Argentine Tango event in Toronto!
Instructors
Please visit TorontoTangoFestival.com for more information.
Alejandro Larenas & Marisol Morales
Martin Maldonado & Maurizio Ghella
