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September 2016
Class video & notes – 18/09/2016
Dimension: Directions - Theme: Backward ochos & grapevine variations
We started with the classic backward ocho, before looking at creative ways of changing directions. In this second part of the class, we used the grapevine as a foundation as it is a step where the leader and the follower move at different times and as such, provides an exciting testbed for creative exploration.
Class video & notes – 14/09/2016
Dimension: Directions - Theme: Forward ocho & changes of direction
In this class, we went over the classic forward ocho in the beginner/improver class, as it is a step which is a strong foundation for many other sequences. In the intermediate class, we payed with the giro and the ocho cortado.
Help! I’m used to choreographies (part 4/4)!
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. (4/4)
Francisco Canaro, a milonga favourite
Francisco Canaro's; here's a short bio about his fruitful life as a musician, leader and composer.
Class video & notes – 11/09/2016
Dimension: Directions - Theme: Changes of lane
In this first class of our new term, we explored how to change lanes, which often involves dissociation and the use of forward, side and back steps. In the beginner class, we started with simple yet musical combinations and in the intermediate + class, looked at an enrosque and a beautiful sequence by the milonguero Portalea.
Tandas we ❤ – Francisco Canaro (milonga)
We like to publish tandas on our blog to get you inspired in between classes and milongas! Today, a classic milonga tanda by Francisco Canaro.
August 2016
August 2016 – End of term review
This week marks the end of our Academic Term focusing on the Tango Dimension Height and Carlos Di Sarli. Time to review what you've learned!
July 2016
Class video & notes – 20/07/2016
Dimension: Height - Theme: Changes of height and crosses
Changes of height can lead to very interesting variations on the cross: cross / uncross combinations, which we are very fond of. We started the class with a few simple steps looking at the concept of lifting the embrace and then looked at applying this to the cross.
Class video & notes – 17/07/2016
Dimension: Height - Theme: Going up
In this class, we looked at differences of height and speed, and how to go up and quick or low and slow with fun and playful steps.
