Happy New Year from the San Diego Tango Festival

A dance at sunset:

Wednesday, September 2nd - Intro to Argentine Tango in Kennewick, WA

Next Wednesday, September 2nd, I will be teaching a beginner's class in Argentine Tango. This is the first time I've had the privilege to teach right here in my hometown!

Argentine Tango can uniquely be described as a conversation in which both partners strive to listen to and understand one another. It is delightfully unscripted; without choreography or standardized patterns. Every element of every step including timing, speed and direction is communicated through the leader's invitation and the follower's choice to accept, requiring each partner to pay full attention to the subtle signals and movements of the other. The follower must suspend anticipation and expectations, while the leader must listen and wait for his follower's response, and often adjust his movements to accommodate hers.

This introductory class will focus on:

-The basic elements that make up Argentine Tango
-Maintaining proper connection and resistance between partners
-Effectively communicating intention and energy through the embrace
-Smoothly executing and improvising simple steps and combinations

Please visit www.salsaconrumba.com to pre-register.

Studio location:

Salsa Con Rumba Dance Co. & Cultural Center
5601 W. Clearwater suite 110
Kennewick, WA 99337

Salsa at Blue Mesa

Someone caught a photo of us at last night at Blue Mesa's Salsa Saturday!

Chicago Tango Festival, and - Oooh, shiny!

Between tango classes and late-night dancing, we managed to explore some of Chicago's sights, including an obligatory stop by the famous Giant Bean! Later this evening: fireworks at the pier!

New Orleans Tango Festival

Closing out the last night of the New Orleans Tango Festival at the Astor Crowne Plaza Hotel.

Denver Tango Festival - Mercury Cafe

What a gorgeous venue! We're at Mercury Cafe, kicking of the opening milonga (Milonga Victrola) of the Denver Tango Festival.

Travel Plans...

Greetings dancers,

I will be traveling between May 21st and June 8th. If you're considering purchasing, or you have already purchased lessons, please contact me if you need to schedule them before these dates.

Thank you!

Melissa