Tango News
15 September
Hola Tango Lovers!
This week
there are two milongas and a practica in the area as well as various courses
and classes
- Andrea Hosts The Tuesday milonga at the Dance Junxion in Rosebank
- New Classes and a practica at Alchemy starting in October
- Emiliano is hosting the Sunday Spring Ball milonga at the Houghton Golf
Course .
- See Upcoming events for Tango in the Berg , including updated banking
details
Here's to seeing everyone on the dance floor!
Monday
15 September
Beginners
Tango Course weekly at Katz's in Sandton.

Every Monday
Time 18:30
Price R120.00 per lesson
per person.
Venue Katz's School of dance
Sandhurst Centre, 60 Rivonia
Road, Sandhurst Sandton.
If you wish to join the course please confirm with
Emiliano.
Contact: Emiliano Fernandez :Professional Argentine Tango Teacher
emiliano.tango@yahoo.com Tel: 072 980 5747
Tango
Course at LifestyleDancing


ALL NEW Argentine tango course - Beginner/Intermediate level
6 Week Course
Starting Aug 25th to September 29th
In this course you will learn the
following:
1) 8 Step basic
2) Change of face
3) Sacada
4) Ocho
Cortado
5) Tango walks
Cost: R380 per person or R650 per couple. (Allso part of the "all-you-can"
dance package
Contact Izak for more information and to book 082 880 6066 or
info@lifestyledancing.co.za43 Kosmos Street Wilropark,
1731 Roodepoort, Gauteng
16 September
Tango
Courses, Classes , Milonga's and Practica's at the Dance Junxion in
Rosebank

Argentine Tango Prelim Class
18:30 to 19:30
Teacher :
Ralph
R100/class

Argentine Tango Beginners 6 Week Group Course
19:30 -20:30
Teacher:
Tony
R660/person for 6 weeks, or feel free to drop in for one lesson only at
R110
Currently running .
Argentine Tango Intermediate class
19:30 to 20:30
Teacher :
Ralph
R100/Class
R360/month
Milonga/Practica included 20:30 to
23:00
Weekly
Milonga
This milonga /practica is one of the weekly highlights in
Johannesburg. It has been held regularly since 2007 and follows the lessons and
courses.
DJ: Andrea is the regular D.J . Sometimes other local D.J's
and overseas visitors play the music.
Time 20:30 to around
22:30
Cost: R40.
The venue has a cash bar with a superb
sound system , large professional dance floor and excellent lighting.
For
more information call 011 442 6462.or
info@dancejunxion.co.za
Beginner's
Course weekly at the Argentinian Association of South Africa
Argentine Tango
Beginner's course
19:00 to 20:00
Teacher Emiliano
Price: R120.00 per
lesson per person.
at the Argentinian Association of South Africa in Marks
Park, Judith Road in Emmarentia.
If you wish to join the course please
confirm with Emiliano
For more information contact him at
emiliano.tango@yahoo.com; 072 980 5747.
17 September
Weekly Tango
Lessons and Workshops at La Casa Del Tango in Norwood Starts at 19:00 this
week

This week (15/09 to 21/09) there is a free “Practica”
and a lesson.
A great opportunity to improve your tango, doing that kind of
training that is not possible in a normal lesson. One hour of dance practice
with a teacher available to give you all the advice you need.
The lesson
follows the practica and it is for leaders and followers. The lesson is part of
the progressive course that we are doing every Wednesday from 20.00 to 21.00 and
the topic is in connection with the previous lesson which is: simple structures
for the walking.
The price of the lesson is R120.00 per person.
WORD OF
MOUTH!

Contact Emiliano at emiliano.tango@yahoo.com or 072 980 5747 for more
information.
18 September
Argentine
Tango classes at the Dance Café

Argentine Tango classes are held from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m.
at the Dance Cafe.
Experience the thrill of dancing Argentine Tango and
improve your dancing skills, Learn to dance Argentine Tango in a delightful
social and friendly environment. Our Instructors are professional and qualified
to teach you the social basics all the way to competitive steps Price R750.00
for the course
For more information call 011 465-5113 or email
info@dancecafe.co.za.
Beginner's
Course at Argentine Ambassadors' residence in Pretoria

Every Thursday
Time 18:30 to 19:30
Price:
R120.00 per lesson per person.
Venue Argentine Ambassadors Residence
270
Johan Rissik Drive, Waterkloof Ridge , Pretoria
If you wish to join the
course please confirm with Emiliano.
Contact: Emiliano Fernandez :Professional Argentine Tango Teacher
emiliano.tango@yahoo.com Tel: 072 980 5747
19 September
Let’s make Friday
night a Tango night.
Beginning the first Friday in October and
running through to the end of November, the Tango Maestros of Johannesburg and
Alchemy Health and Fitness Centre, invite you to join us for a series of classes
for all levels!
…and then:
‘Practica’ the night
away.
A ‘Practica’ is a practice session where
dancers come together to socialise, practise their new moves, and meet other
Tango dancers.
With this venture, we (the teachers) hope to grow and
unite the community… but we can’t do it alone. We need the support of you – our
community. So, help us make Friday night a Tango night in Johannesburg!
… and
bring your friends along. We will have them dancing a tango in
‘no-time’.
Dancers who take classes with the Maestros will automatically
gain entry to the Practica after the class. For those who just want to
‘practica’, the entry will be R30 person, and will start after the classes - at
9pm.
Emiliano will be taking Beginners through an 8 week course -
guiding them to the fundamentals of leading and following from the heart/chest.
(for more details see his flyer)
Emiliano: “My goal is to transfer the
passion and respect for classic tango. In the end of the 8 lessons my students
must be able to circulate in the dance floor environment without crashing into
other couples, following the music and doing basic structures and combinations
in classic style.”
Tango-Tensity (Bert and Lerato) will be taking
intermediate students through an 8 week course – focusing on the communication
between the partners. We explore what it is we are communicating; how we
communicate; and the skills we use to communicate effectively. Mastery of the
art of communication within our Tango, is an essential milestone on any Tango
dancer’s path. (for more details see their flyer)
Sonia and Ralph –
Primo Tango will come together for the first time - after a decade apart - to
conduct 4 classes at Alchemy – aimed at the more advanced Tango dancers, who
want to expand and improve on the structures and patterns they know. This class
will be the re-uniting of old friends; and the exploring of new Tango moments.
(for more details see their flyer)
Alchemy is a Martial Arts and Fitness
centre that is opening its studios - and huge hall - to the Tango community, so
that we can make Friday night a Tango night in Jozi. (address: Alchemy Health
and Fitness Centre, cnr Lewisham and Beyers Naude Drive, Blackheath; near Cresta
shopping centre)
All classes will run from 8pm to 9 pm on Friday nights
– beginning the 3rd of October - followed by a ‘Practica’ till
late.
For more details and prices of lessons and courses, please
see the teachers’ flyers.
(Please note: Alchemy is a martial arts centre and
does not have a bar facility. You are invited to bring your own snacks and
refreshments to enjoy at the Practica.
There is a pizza restaurant and a
steak house around the corner from Alchemy - for those who want to have a meal
before or during the Practica.)
See you all on the dance floor
soon!
JoburgTango
Sonia
and Ralph
Bert
and Lerato

Emiliano
20 September
21 September
Sunday Milonga at Houghton
Golf Course
TANGO SPRING BALL 21 SEPTEMBER 2014 – HOUGHTON GOLF CLUB
Join us to
celebrate the coming of spring and experience an unforgettable Tango
evening.
Book your dinner by sending an e-mail to
emiliano.tango@yahoo.com and enjoy a great tango performance.
RSVP by Wednesday 17 September 2014.
Herewith attached the program.
TANGO SPRING BALL PROGRAM
19:00 Welcome and mingle
19.30 DINNER
20.30 TANGO SHOW – 7 classic tango songs
1 “Que importa” –(Who cares) Tango 1939– Music: R. Tanturi –
Lyrics: J. C. Thorry
This is the most popular version of this tango that was first recorded in
1939 by the Juan D’Arienzo orchestra (“El Rey del
Compàs”) and sung by Alberto Echagűe. The song tells the story of a young
love that ends in heartbreak. The choreography is
based on milonguero style that is underscored by quick and sharp movements
that characterises this style.
2 “Tristeza, Separaciòn” (Sadness – Separation)– Tango instrumental 1988 -
Astor Piazzolla
This short piece of music is part of the soundtrack of the movie “Sur”
directed by the Argentinian Fernando Solanas who won the
Palme d’or in Cannes. The film follows the journey of a political prisoner
during the last Argentinian dictatorship (1976-1983)
until he goes home after his release. The choreography is done in a modern
tango style and the interpretation is based on
s eparation and reconnection.
3 “E.G.B.” - Tango instrumental - 2006 - Javier Arias
This piece of music is part of the Orquesta Tipica Fervor deBuenos Aires
repertoire, this is one of the most promising young
orchestras of the current landscape. The choreography is salonstyle
characterised by elegance.
4 “Gloria” (Glory)– Tango – 1927 – Music: H. Canaro – Lyrics: A. Tagini.
This version is from the orchestra of Donato Racciatti accompanied by Nina
Miranda. The song tells the story of a humble young lady who refuses the
tentative advances of a wealthy man. She justifies her decision by explaining
that the glory of true love is not found in material wealth but felt in the
heart.
The choreography is a mix between milonguero and salon style and takes
advantage of this unique piece of music that combines
quick movements and pauses.
5 “Romance de Barrio”( Neighbourhood’s Affair) – Vals – 1947 –
Music: A. Troilo – Lirics: H. Manzi.
This version is from the orchestra of Anibal Troilo with the voice of Floreal
Ruiz. As typical of the traditions of Tango, this waltz
tells the story of the softer side of falling in love. It is the story of two
young lovers, their feelings, the love letters, small quarrels
and secrets meetings.
The choreoghraphy is tango salon style and incorporates the sweet and
romantic atmosphere of the song.
6 “La cumparsita” – Tango – 1916 – Music: G. Matos Rodriguez –
Lyrics: P. Contursi – E. Maroni.
This is perhaps the most well known tango in the world, performed in every
tango show and in many movies including the
historical radio programme “War of the worlds” by Orson Welles.
This version is from the orchestra of Juan D’Arienzo and is one of the most
popular interpretations of the many version of this
song. The choreography is done for classical stage performance.
7 “Silueta porteῆa” - Milonga -1946 – Music: N. Cuccaro – J.
Cuccaro – Lyrics: E. Nolli – O. D’Aniello.
This is a very popular milonga performed by the orchestra of Francisco Canaro
with the voice of Roberto Maida. This song
describes the typical ideals and look of a woman from Buenos Aires.
In this case the dance is improvised.
Feel and see the passion of a Milonga. Experience Buenos Aires without a
visa
Don’t forget the dress code “A touch of spring…”
Further information in the flyer attached.
Host and DJ: Host
Emiliana
Pre-milonga Lesson:
None
When: Sunday 21st September
The
milonga starts at 7.30 p.m. to 11p.m
Venue: Houghton Golf
Club Tel. Where: HoughtonCost: Dinner and Milonga R150.00 :
Milonga only R50.00 ? Visit
http://www.tangojoburg.com/?p=222 for the latest update and
late changes to the evenings shedule.
Tango in the Berg
We have done this particular Tango in the berg
before and it was awesome. We have arranged with Michelle to do it again in
October this year on the weekend Friday 17th to Sunday the 18th. There already
are a few people interested so come and join us. See details regarding this
event below. See you there love Alda.
Hi to all the people that showed
interest in coming to this event, it is now time to start booking as time is
running out.
Click on link below to see Accomodation , Booking
Information, Milongas and courses for the weekend
For convenience banking
details are as follows
Absa Bank E Adams
Branch code 516805
Cresta
Account no 4694000256
Accommodation ActivitiesBreakfast Menu
Articles
This week there is an interesting
article titled Cabeceo : A Users Guide
Visit
http://www.tangojoburg.com/?p=295
Please see
http://www.tangojoburg.com/?page_id=30 for a list of
teachers in the Johannesburg area .
Please see
http://www.tangojoburg.com/?page_id=32 for tango
opportunities throughout South Africa.
This website offers information about
Argentine tango events in the greater Johannesburg area.
The site includes
information about teachers, milongas and practicas. It also offers general
information about tango in other parts of South Africa and a gives a hint of
some of the other dance opportunities in the greater Gauteng area.
It is
administered by tango lovers in the area.
http://tangojhb.co.za/
Information about
Argentine tango including terminology, guides to tango music, articles about
learning and dancing tango, reviews of instructional videos, and
linkshttp://www.tejastango.com
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