[HouTango-L] Tango This Week (1/31/05)

A. Lester Buck III buck at compact.com
Wed Feb 2 16:55:30 UTC 2005


        Toe to Toe is pleased to present Argentine Tango
        instructors Robin Thomas and Jennifer Bratt for a full
        weekend of classes and milongas on Friday and Saturday
        nights.  A life-long dancer based in New York City,
        Jennifer studied various forms of dance from childhood
        until she discovered the Argentine Tango a few years
        ago. She was entranced by the beauty and energy of this
        art form and completely devoted herself to it. Today,
        an elegant and accomplished tanguera who is able to lead
        as well as follow, she moves with a natural grace and
        expressive fluidity.  A well-known and respected dancer and
        DJ, Robin’s enthusiasm for tango can be seen most clearly
        in his wholehearted dedication to teaching. He believes
        that it is very important for students to dance simply and
        musically from the very beginning. Building that strong
        base of connection and musicality early, Robin believes,
        will allow even very new beginners to feel comfortable
        and confident on a crowded dance floor and will also lead
        to a more comprehensive and fluid understanding of more
        complicated techniques later on. We are pleased to welcome
        them back to Houston!  http://www.close-embrace.com/
        http://www.t3tango.com/workshops.htm

        In combination with the Robin & Jen workshops this weekend,
        Toe to Toe is hosting a welcome milonguita, Friday 9pm
        at Esra's house, $5 cover, and a full "Zapatitos de Razo"
        milonga on Saturday night at City Dance Studio, 9 p.m. with
        DJ Robin Includes a performance by Robin and Jen, $10.

        ArgenTango hosts an early Valentine's "Our Milonga"
        this Saturday evening from 8pm-12midnight at Dance Arts,
        inside the Sterling Plaza, 9888 Bellaire Blvd, Suite
        166, near Beltway 8, $10/person at the door.  Come to
        join our milonga for an evening of fun. Snacks and soft
        drinks are provided. Please feel free to bring additional
        snacks/drinks and the spirit of sharing. Most importantly,
        Your Tango Shoes.  Warm up your feet and have a great time.
        http://tango-houston.com/ourmilongas.htm

        Victor continues his Friday milongas on the north side,
        now including classes in chacarera, a dance popular in
        Buenos Aires milongas.

        Come to the 31st Annual Julian Calendar New Year Party,
        starring The Gypsies with special guests.  Featuring
        flamenco, Balkan, swing and jazz music, Russian, Ukrainian
        and tango dancers, Russian and Eastern European food
        and drink.  At Meridian, 1503 Chartres, 713-225-1717,
        Sunday, February 6, 2005, 6pm-11:30pm. $8 cover at the
        door, children under 14 free.  For info: 713-524-2711,
        http://www.oldworldmusic.com/

        Robert & Valerie Schoenberg are hosting a Valentine's
        "Luv-Longa" Milonga next Saturday, February 12th, at
        "Dancing for Life" dance studio, 6120 A Richmond Ave,
        9pm-1am, $10/person.  We will have some wine, sodas,
        etc. to start off with, food and drink contributions are
        welcome Robert  will be DJ, and is open to music requests.
        Thanks for your help!  Hope to see you there.

        Eric Lanoix & Michelle Lamb will be teaching an
        all-weekend tango workshop in San Antonio, TX on
        Fri-Sun Feb 18-20. There will be four 90-minutes
        classes (2 on each day), as well as a milonga on Friday
        night (Feb 18th). Called "Zen in the Art of Tango",
        this workshop will focus on tango dancing skills that
        everyone should have. This workshop is not about learning
        steps that you might forget within 1-2 weeks, or that
        no one will be able to practice with you... Eric and
        Michelle will be teaching brand new material that will
        help you better your tango, not just for a few weeks,
        but FOR GOOD! Mark your calendars, full details at
        http://www.tangotango.us/fourpillars.html

        Eric Lanoix's latest Tango music chronicle is now available
        at http://www.tangotango.us/Music_Chronicles.html

        Missed a tango email?  Need the calendar while away from
        your computer?  You can always refer to past tango email
        at http://houtango.com/pipermail/houtango-l_houtango.com/

Monday

        Glover Gill of Glovertango plays delicious solo tango piano
        at the Continental Club, back to its original performance
        time, 8-9:00pm.  Come to dance or just to hang out in the
        relaxed atmosphere. 3700 Main at Winburn. Plenty of room
        to dance.  Please tip generously; Glover plays only for
        tips. FREE

        http://houtango.com/maps/ContinentalClubMap.html

Tuesday

        The Houston Argentine Tango Association continues their
        class cycle, expanded to three classes each night.
        Joan Bishop & Roger Soto instructing. Barbara
        King's Houston Center of Dance, 5700 South Rice
        Avenue. Info: <info at houstontango.org>, 713-861-8087,
        http://www.houstontango.org

        http://houtango.com/maps/KingsDanceCenterMap.html

Wednesday

        Victor Collins teaches classes - beginner 8-9pm,
        intermediate/advanced from 9-10pm. $10/class, or $70 for
        a package of eight. Victor teaches at The Dance Place,
        3300 Chimney Rock, Suite 500 just south of Richmond.
        Victor is always happy to chat with new students over the
        phone before their first class.  Info: 281-443-3322(h)
        or 832-725-4380(cell).

        http://houtango.com/maps/TheDancePlaceMap.html

Thursday

        Crossroads Coffee hosts Tango at the Crossroads, 8pm.
        Immerse yourself into an intimate evening of tango, wine,
        and candle light at a new location in the Rice Village.
        Come to dance, listen to the captivating sounds of tango,
        or just enjoy the atmosphere with a glass of wine and
        the best crepes in Houston.  No cover.  2531 University
        Blvd, 713-526-7262, http://www.crossroadscoffee.org
        http://houtango.com/maps/CrossroadsFlyer.jpg

        http://houtango.com/maps/CrossroadsCoffeeMap.html

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        Martin & Natia Palaez teach group classes at Barbara King's
        Houston Center of Dance, 5700 South Rice. Beginners 8-9pm,
        $12/class, $40 for the four week session. Partners
        not required. http://www.tango-houston.com/,
        <tangoss at hotmail.com>

        http://houtango.com/maps/KingsDanceCenterMap.html

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        Victor Collins teaches beginner 7-8pm, practica from
        8-8:30pm, intermediate/advanced from 8:30-9:30pm, with
        practica until 10pm. $10/class, or $70 for a package
        of eight. Victor Collins teaches at his newly expanded
        home studio at 3013 Roseheath, near Aldine-Westfield &
        Richey Road in far north Houston.  Info: 281-443-3322.

        http://houtango.com/maps/VictorCollinsHomeStudioMap.html

Friday

        In combination with the Robin & Jen workshops this weekend,
        Toe to Toe is hosting a welcome milonguita, Friday 9pm at
        Esra's house, $5 cover, DJ Robin, 320 Avondale, Unit A.
        Any questions, email Leonor <Leonor at t3tango.com>

        http://houtango.com/maps/ChezEsraMap.html


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        Victor Collins continues his milongas at Arepas &
        Empanadas Gourmet, Inc., 12792 Veterans Memorial on the
        north side of town. Already a hot dining and dance spot
        on the weekends, now adding tango night every Friday.
        Great Colombian food and drink especials. FREE Practica
        from 8:30-9:30pm, FREE introductory class from 9:30pm. to
        10:30pm, with milonga to continue immediately following.

        http://houtango.com/maps/ArepasEmpanadasMap.html

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        Siempre Tango (Always Tango), with Juan Carlos and
        Alicia Suarez, continues an eight week class cycle:
        Beginners 7:30-8:30pm, Advanced 8:30-9:30pm, followed by
        practica. $80 for a package of eight one-hour lessons. City
        Dance Studio, 2423 Dunstan.  Info: Alicia at 713-688-1282,
        <2tango at pdq.net>, http://www.alwaystango.com/

        http://houtango.com/maps/CityDanceStudioMap.html

Saturday

        Toe to Toe welcomes Robin & Jen for a full day of classes
        at City Dance Studio, 2423 Dunstan in Rice Village.
        Technique and Exercises for all levels, 1pm-2:20pm;
        Milonga Traspie, 2:30pm-3:50pm; Follower's Embellishment
        Bootcamp, 4pm-5:20pm. $20/class, various package discounts
        available. http://www.t3tango.com/workshops.htm Email
        Leonor for more information: <Leonor at t3tango.com>

        http://houtango.com/maps/CityDanceStudioMap.html

        ----------------

        In combination with the Robin & Jen workshops this
        weekend, Toe to Toe is hosting a "Zapatitos de Razo"
        milonga, Friday 9pm at City Dance Studio, $10 cover,
        DJ Robin, 2423 Dunstan.  Robin will DJ, and Robin & Jen
        will give a performance.  Any questions, email Leonor
        <Leonor at t3tango.com>

        http://houtango.com/maps/CityDanceStudioMap.html

        ----------------

        ArgenTango hosts an early Valentine's "Our Milonga"
        this Saturday evening from 8pm-12midnight at Dance Arts,
        inside the Sterling Plaza, 9888 Bellaire Blvd, Suite
        166, near Beltway 8, $10/person at the door.  Come to
        join our milonga for an evening of fun. Snacks and soft
        drinks are provided. Please feel free to bring additional
        snacks/drinks and the spirit of sharing. Most importantly,
        Your Tango Shoes.  Warm up your feet and have a great time.
        http://tango-houston.com/ourmilongas.htm

        http://houtango.com/maps/DanceArtsMap.html

        ----------------

        Siempre Tango (Always Tango), with Juan Carlos and
        Alicia Suarez, continues an eight week class cycle:
        Beginners 7:30-8:30pm, Advanced 8:30-9:30pm, followed by
        practica. $80 for a package of eight one-hour lessons. City
        Dance Studio, 2423 Dunstan.  Info: Alicia at 713-688-1282,
        <2tango at pdq.net>, http://www.alwaystango.com/

        http://houtango.com/maps/CityDanceStudioMap.html

Sunday

        Toe to Toe continues their workshop with Robin & Jen
        for a full day of classes at City Dance Studio, 2423
        Dunstan in Rice Village.  Whiplash: Boleos in Close
        Embrace, 1pm-2:20pm; Wraparound: Ganchos, 2:30pm-3:50pm;
        Ganchos in Turns, 4pm-5:20pm.  $20/class, various package
        discounts available. http://www.t3tango.com/workshops.htm
        Email Leonor for more information: <Leonor at t3tango.com>

        http://houtango.com/maps/CityDanceStudioMap.html

        ----------------

        Come to the 31st Annual Julian Calendar New Year Party,
        starring The Gypsies with special guests.  Featuring
        flamenco, Balkan, swing and jazz music, Russian, Ukrainian
        and tango dancers, Russian and Eastern European food
        and drink.  At Meridian, 1503 Chartres, 713-225-1717,
        Sunday, February 6, 2005, 6pm-11:30pm. $8 cover at the
        door, children under 14 free.  For info: 713-524-2711,
        http://www.oldworldmusic.com/

Let's tango this week.




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