Tango Moments is proud to host...
Julio Marino & Mirabai Deranja
September 2 - 9
Julio & Mirabai will be doing a weekend of workshop classes for Intermediate dancers.
Contact Jay at jayrabepdx@gmail.com or call 503-752-3664 to reserve your spot.
Contact Mirabai directly at 415-420-8778 to schedule privates.
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Saturday 09/06 11:00am – 12:20pm:
Posture, Caminata, Giros, and Sacadas
The ever-essential fundamentals of tango. With a more profound knowledge of these concepts, leaders will be able to create and lead their own complex figures. Proper following technique will allow followers to respond precisely to any given lead.
Saturday 09/06 12:30 – 1:50:
Barridas and Adornments
In-depth analysis of the lead for barridas will show you the numerous opportunities for using them, allowing the leader to improvise freely. Followers will learn how to add beautiful adornments to these steps, without interrupting the lead.
Saturday 09/06 2:00 – 3:20:
Ganchos and Voleos
We will explore different combinations of ganchos and voleos, studying the lead from the perspective of both Traditional and Nuevo Tango. Followers will learn to recognize the intention of each lead, allowing the energy to continue in a natural way. We will encourage students to play with different dynamics, emphasizing different instruments in the music.
Saturday 09/06 3:30 – 4:50:
Colgadas and variations
You will learn light and effortless techniques for several different types of colgadas, creating a comfortable experience that enhances the fluidity of the movement, allowing the partners to stay connected to each other and to the music. Subtle tricks of sharing your axis, managing your own weight, and techniques to find a balance between the two of you.
Sunday 09/07 12:30 – 1:50:
Volcadas and variations
The origin of volcadas and the alignment of the body that is necessary to lead and follow them effectively. Maintaining a strong center is essential for this workshop. You will learn to find your center and incorporate volcadas into your dance in a natural and dynamic way.
Sunday 09/07 2:00 – 3:30:
Milonga, traditional and with traspie
Milonga is a fast rhythm that necessitates confidence and musicality. You will learn how to incorporate the rhythm of Milonga into your dance and your thinking. You will become comfortable with the music to boost your confidence, and will learn figures from traditional Milonga and Milonga with traspie.
Classes are $20 each, or 3 for $50.
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See their website at http://www.julioymirabai.com
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YouTube videos of their performances - They are Incredible dancers.
Videos from their recent visit to San Francisco
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mZ8R3u_GoU0
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cl-DdOGBRkQ
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Nd6uaAk6-Q
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N9TGmI5_-3g
These videos are all "stage" performances from BsAs,
but fear not, they dance and teach social tango too. :-)
http://youtube.com/watch?v=83BxWyNm6bI
http://youtube.com/watch?v=9TxZCFdOJ_o
http://youtube.com/watch?v=s3TkYZShcKo
