[HouTango-L] Tango This Week (10/10/16)

A. Lester Buck III tangolist at houtango.com
Fri Oct 14 19:03:52 UTC 2016


        From Richmond Tango:

        Plans are well underway for our October 14th Tango Milonga
        Dinner Party. This will be a fantastic Tango event that
        you will not want to miss!! Purchase your tickets in
        advance to reserve your space. For questions, call Karen
        Borne at 713-504-6812. See you there!

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        Smashing smiles and quirky jokes guaranteed at Liz Yannick
        Vanhove's tango classes! This was two years ago and we
        can't wait to embrace them back into the community again
        next week. Weekday class, Weekend intensives, and private
        lessons- something for all dancers!! Complete details
        at

        http://www.tangorrionhouston.com/lizyyannick

        Liz and Yannick Vanhove have returned to Houston!

        European Tango Champions, Liz and Yannick Vanhove, are
        returning to Houston in October and November to teach
        group lessons and intensive weekend workshops.  This time
        they will be focusing on musicality and mastering advanced
        concepts.

        Here are some of the things other Houston tangueros like
        most about their teaching:

        “They are patient, knowledgeable and give great
        feedback. And they are so much fun!”

        “Technical explanations as to why things work or
        not. Personal attention, while in a group class.”

        “How they keep everything in balance and everyone’s
        attention fresh. They have knowledge of tango in many
        aspects and their respect for tango shows in their
        lessons.”

        In addition to being excellent instructors, Liz and Yannick
        are genuinely interesting in building up the Houston Tango
        community and have chosen Houston as the first home of
        their tango school, Tangorrion. This unique relationship
        allows them to return to Houston on a regular basis to help
        dancers improve and grow. Because they continue to explore
        the richness of tango and develop new techniques, they
        are able to bring to fresh ideas and new techniques every
        time they visit. We welcome them back with a warm abrazo
        tanguero and look forward to what they have to teach us.

        For the schedule and registration visit
        http://tangorrionhouston.com/lizyyannick/

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        2 WEEKEND INTENSIVES WITH LIZ AND YANNICK
        (LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED)

        Saturday and Sunday, October 15-16,
        12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. with a 1 hour break both days
        (I) Weekend Tango Waltz

        Saturdays and Sunday, November 5-6,
        12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. with a 1 hour break both days
        (II) Weekend Traditional Tango

        Cost, Per Person:
        $140 for one weekend (8 hours)
        $250 for two weekends (16 hours)

        Location:
        TBA- Houston, Texas

        -Intensive weekend dancers must register with a partner.
        -Drop-ins are not allowed to maintain the integrity of
        the class level and role balance.
        -Very limited partner rotation in some exercise. You
        will dance with the partner you registered with 80-90%
        of the time.

        Registration:
        https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeT_EHF54De7k5x1lNyD0VgPNOEWBVUoTgCV_cQ970v4WEMbw/viewform

        (Tangorrion Tip: Register soon! Space is limited to 10
        couples and last visit BOTH weekends SOLD OUT!)

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        Houston Argentine Tango School delivers
        Buenos Aires to the Space City.

        The legendary, La Leona del Tango, and the spectacular,
        El Peque, with partners in crime, Mariela Sametband
        and Leonardo Sardella, will give weekend workshops and
        unforgettable performances. Save the dates and plan dancing
        and learning lots of tango in Houston November 18-21st.

        Registration open until November 11. Ensure your spot,
        by emailing Indre indrerapal at gmail.com

        Payment accepted in cash ONLY the day off the event.

        Single lesson-$30 Single milonga-$30
        Full Pack: 3 milongas, 5 lessons - $190
        Lesson Pack: 5 lessons- $130
        Milonga pack: 3 Milongas- $ 70
        Day Pack: 1 milonga, 2 lessons- $80

        Location: 1900 Kane St, 77007 (MECA) 

        Friday
        8.30 -10pm All level class with all the teachers together
        10.00p-2am Old School, Welcome milonga, DJ Fil
        11.30   Performance by Graciela & Leonardo

        Saturday
        2.00- 3.30pmGiro: mechanics, how to induce and receive
        turns (Graciela & Leo / intermediates*) ; Vals: multiplying
        steps (Mariela & El Peque / advanced*)

        4.00-5.30pmGiroSacadas while walking, for man and woman
        (Graciela & Leo /adv.) ; Pasos Vintages (Mariela & El
        Peque / in.t)

        10.00-4.00am Puttin' On the Ritz Milonga, DJ Luis
        11.30pm Performance by Mariela & El Peque

        Sunday
        2.00- 3.30pm Technique for a couple (Graciela & Leo/
        int.) ;intPivot me , if you can (Mariela & El Peque / adv.)

        4.00-5.30pm  Technique Milonga (Graciela & Leo/adv.) ;
        How to dance lighter (Mariela & El Peque / in.t)

        6.00-10pm AllDance Salad picnic milonga
        Sandwidch de Migas and Mate

        Monday
        8.30- 11.00pm Glover Gill Piano and DJ Juan A
        La Gorra milonga (at the iconic Continental Club, 3700
        Main 77002)77002

        * Intermediate classes are taught in Auditorium, Advanced
        Classes - in Cielito Lindo (#202)

        Indre ♫♪♫•*¨*•.¸¸

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        Please send any tango news and event information (plain
        text preferred), or corrections to anything in these
        messages, to <tangopost at compact.com> (only).  Thanks!

Monday

        Tango in Houston just got sweeter

        Fire up your Mondays learning the alluring Argentine Tango

        Group Dance Lessons
        7:00 - 8:00pm
        Martin Fierro Room, upstairs at Tierra del Fuego Restaurant
        - Sugar Land Led by Argentine master teacher and performer
        Susana

        Practica
        8:00 - 9:00pm
        Stay, mingle and practice your new dance moves while
        enjoying food and drink specials.

        Live tango music every weekend with the Bandoneon of
        Pablo Di Lauro and dance performances by Susana and Marcos.

        Class Info: 832-646-3149

        Come take a little bite of Argentina in the Heart of
        Sugar Land

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        Glover Gill of Glovertango plays delicious solo tango
        piano at his Glover Gill Milonga.

        8:15 - 9:30 pm - Live Solo Tango on Piano by Glover Gill
        9:30 - 11:00 pm - Live DJ

        3700 Main at The Continental Club
        TIP JAR on the Piano

        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

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        Begin Tango cycle

        Four week cycle starts every first Monday of the month.

        Cycle consists of four 75min classes 7.00-8.15pm. At the
        Continental Club 3700 Main @ Alabama

        $50 whole cycle, $15 single class. No partner necessary.

        In four weeks you will be introduced to the fundamentals
        of Argentine Tango. To mention few - tango walk, salida
        basica, front ad back ochos, ocho cortado and gyro. You
        will learn to use these steps comfortably within the line
        of dance staying connected with your partner and music.
        Perfect for those who are complete beginners, polishing
        their tango basics or wants to be challenged as a dancer
        with a new form of movement - Argentine Tango. All
        the steps are executed in milonguero- heart to heart
        embrace. After completing this cycle you are encouraged
        to repeat the cycle or move one step forward to 'Midway
        to Tango'

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        Focusing on the social tango that is danced in the clubs
        of Buenos Aires.  Classes will include a comprehensive
        overview from building a strong base to integrating
        exciting steps, patterns and footwork.

        Level I Argentine Tango - Mondays 8 pm
        Your chance to dip into Tango Fundamentals and get into
        the dance you always wanted try...!!  Beginning with
        'The Tango Walk - Walking to the Compás (beat) with
        true Tango Elegance, together with a partner. It will
        focus on Embrace, Musicality and clear lead and follow
        techniques. Moving onto skills to help you maneuver the
        dance floor.

        NO PARTNER NECESSARY
        What to wear:  Comfortable clothes to move in, Footwear
        that stays on your feet and allows you to glide or slide
        easily on the floor such as leather sole or dance shoes
        (Non-rubber sole)

        Location: 
        Houston Dance Factory - 5711 Hillcroft Ave., Suite D-3
        (Harwin side - Second Floor - Room C)

        Cost:  $50 per month or $15 drop in
        Payment:  Cash or Check

        PLEASE PRE-REGISTER VIA EMAIL to have an idea of head count and
        try to keep class as gender balanced as possible.

        Call or contact for any questions.

        Susana
        832.646.3149
        susanactango at yahoo.com
        http://www.susanatango.com

Tuesday

        Group Tango Lessons with Mauro & Caren
        Tuesdays, 7:30pm
        River Oaks Pilates Studio
        3425 S. Shepherd Dr, 77098

        7:30 beginers 8:30 intermediate/ advance $15 per class
        First time beginners welcome! Parking lot is on Colquitt
        St under the building of MW Cleaners and the studio is
        on the second floor.

        https://www.facebook.com/events/1155044871227257/

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        New tango classes with Susana Collins

        Intermediate Argentine Tango

        For dancers with basic experience in the fundamentals
        of tango and want to focus on various techniques to make
        their dance more fluid, connected and elegant while adding
        more intricate figures.

        8 Week Course
        Tuesdays 8:15 – 9:30
        September 1 – October 20
        Cost:  $140 per 8 week course
                   $120 per 8 week course with student ID
                   $20 for class drop in
        UST Campus – Jerabeck Bldg. 2^nd Floor / Dance Room
        4000 Mt. Vernon, Houston TX  77006

        ~ Susana
        832-646-3149
        http://www.lunatangoprod.com

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        Tango Tastings with Susana Collins

        Dance Lessons with a Sip of Fun in the Heart of Montrose

        Every Wednesday - 8:30pm-9:30pm

        Bacchus Wine & Coffee
        2502 Dunlavy St.
        Houston, TX  77006
        at Missouri St., one block north of Westheimer

        April Special [maybe this is into May?]:

        $10 includes 1 hour Lesson PLUS a Glass of wine or beverage of choice
        from select menu

        Footwear:  Shoes with leather or smooth soles that can
        slide, strapped or secured to feet.

        832-646-3149
        dance at unatangoprod.com
        http://www.facebook.com/tangoinHouston.com

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        Focusing on the social tango that is danced in the clubs
        of Buenos Aires.  Classes will include a comprehensive
        overview from building a strong base to integrating
        exciting steps, patterns and footwork.

        Level II Argentine Tango - Tuesdays 8 pm
        You're bitten by the Tango bug...!! Refine and Spice
        up your tango dance...  We will be building on your
        Tango Fundamentals and adding more exciting step
        patterns. Focusing on improvisation, musicality and
        advanced lead and follow techniques.

        NO PARTNER NECESSARY
        What to wear:  Comfortable clothes to move in, Footwear
        that stays on your feet and allows you to glide or slide
        easily on the floor such as leather sole or dance shoes
        (Non-rubber sole)

        Location: 
        Houston Dance Factory - 5711 Hillcroft Ave., Suite D-3
        (Harwin side - Second Floor - Room C)

        Cost:  $50 per month or $15 drop in
        Payment:  Cash or Check

        PLEASE PRE-REGISTER VIA EMAIL to have an idea of head count and
        try to keep class as gender balanced as possible.

        Call or contact for any questions.

        Susana
        832.646.3149
        susanactango at yahoo.com
        http://www.susanatango.com

Wednesday

        Mate y Vos {La Practica}

        230 W. Alabama St, 77006

        Join us as we practice what we know and what we want
        to improve.

        Each week one of our Houston Tango Instructors will present
        a 30 minute lesson on whatever they wish (tango related of
        course) :).. and then we will practice, practice, practice.

        Mate and snacks will be provided. 

        ~ Donation based ~

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        September Tango Classes

        http://tangorrionhouston.com/tango-classes/

        Fall I (September 7-28)

        Wednesdays, September 7, 14, 21, 28
        Beginners Tango- 7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
        Instructors: Eleni and Admir

        Cost: Per person (20% off couples for the full session)
        $65 for one session (4-weeks) ($104 for couples)
        $15 drop-in per lesson

        Location: Jerabeck Activity & Athletic Center, University of St. Thomas, 4000
        Mt. Vernon Street, Houston, TX 77006

        Register:
        https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScBNN6Pl9qGjBx-CXhqPKKnvY-g90K6-rgiWA0Q1lNXIiS5MQ/viewform

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        The Edge Milonga
        brought to you by Irina Dralyuk

        Wednesdays 9:30pm-12:30am
        Bacchus Cafe & Wine Bar
        2502 Dunlavy, Houston TX 77006
        [Corner of Dunlavy & Missouri, 1 block North of Westheimer]
        http://www.bacchushouston.com

        Beginner class at 8:30-9:30pm, $10/person, no partner
        needed

        Bacchus offers a variety of wines from around the world,
        with wine specials on Tango night!

        No cover at the door. Complete sobriety highly discouraged
        however, so please feel free to take advantage of our
        wine special and imbibe!

        Dress Code: Ladies, let's push the line a little and hike
        up that skirt. Gents, bring out those fancy pants

        ... if you're not at the Edge, you're not living ...

Thursday

        September Tango Classes

        http://tangorrionhouston.com/tango-classes/

        Fall I (September 7-28)

        Thursdays, September 8, 15, 22, 29
        Intermediate Tango- 7:30 – 8:30 p.m.
        Instructors: Elizabeth and Noe

        Cost: Per person (20% off couples for the full session)
        $65 for one session (4-weeks) ($104 for couples)
        $15 drop-in per lesson

        Location: Jerabeck Activity & Athletic Center, University of St. Thomas, 4000
        Mt. Vernon Street, Houston, TX 77006

        Register:
        https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScBNN6Pl9qGjBx-CXhqPKKnvY-g90K6-rgiWA0Q1lNXIiS5MQ/viewform

        La práctica del jueves is on Thursday

        Every Thursday, $7

        Dance, practice, share, or just hang out.

        8:00pm to 10:30pm

        River Oaks Pilates Studio
        3425 S. Shepherd Drive, Suite 220

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        Mauro Macone/Richmond Tango is teaching a new class
        on Thursdays in Richmond:

        1864 FM359, Richmond, TX
        713-504-6812
        Thursdays, 8pm-9pm

        http://studiokineticsdance.com/
        https://www.facebook.com/MauroMacone/

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        Social Argentine Tango Classes

        Russian Cultural Center
        Instructors: Lola Vayner and Srini Vishnubhotla

        Class for intermediates: Thursdays, 7:00 p.m.- 8.00 p.m.
        Class for beginners: Thursdays, 8:00 p.m.- 9.00 p.m.

        Classes for EVERYBODY, for all levels.
        Foundations: balance, connection, posture, embrace, rhythmical patterns.
        The dialogue between our bodies is instinctive.
        Energy and fluidity versus strength and control.
        How to have fun and dance till 100 years old.
        No partner required

        The duration of class: 1 hour
        Single class – $10

        For more information please call 713.395.3301 or e-mail
        OurTexasInc at gmail.com

        Russian Cultural Center Our Texas
        2337 Bissonnet, Houston, TX 77005

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        TANGO SUMMER CAMP with Mauro and Caren
        Starting July 9.
        Join us for a summer full of tango dancing and fun. Mauro
        and Caren will be teaching Tango Salon every Thursday.

        Beginners
        Thursday 7:00 PM to 8:00 pm
        Beginner’s class will be focusing on proper body posture,
        walking with cadence, stepping technique, the embrace
        and leading and following communication.

        Intermediate/Advance
        Thursday 8:15PM to 9:15PM.
        Intermediate/Advance will consist of salon combinations
        (giros,sacadas,etc), executed with proper musicality
        and within your dancing space. Proper body alignment
        and dissociation.

        COST: $15.00 per class
        Checks or cash are accepted (please bring change)

        River Oaks Pilates Studio
        3425 S. Shepherd Dr.
        Houston Tx 77098

        For more info contact Mauro 281-797-0805

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        Weekly Milonga “Tango DiVino”

        Tango DiVino on Thursday Nights at Giulietta Sociale.

        No Cover, Free Parking
        Free Tango Lessons 8:30 to 9:30
        DJ Luis Zuleta Benavides

        Reverse Happy Hour 9-11 p.m.
        1/2 off select bottles of wine
        1/2 off select food items

        Giulietta Sociale
        5110 Washington, near Shepherd

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        Ready, set, tango!

        We are ready to begin a whole new cycle of classes this
        Thursday, September 18.  Anybody who had been waiting
        for the perfect time to join?

        It is NOW.

        Nothing beats starting out with a group that is at
        your level.  If you are interested in joining classes,
        please make your best effort to join now to be on the
        same page as your classmates.

        We have a new, exciting curriculum for our advanced class
        also!  We will be exploring milonga, with a million new
        steps and a million new ways to explore the subleties of
        this playful and fun music.

        We will have a new format going forward. 30 minute practica
        after every class.  So come to class rested!

        8:00PM Introduction to Tango: Join in the journey to the
        center of your own axis!  We have a whole new group,
        supremely talented and from all around the world. I
        counted 6 countries last week.  So join us to learn how
        to say hello in 6 new languages, and how to embrace in
        one universal language that encompasses all!

        9:00PM Advanced Concepts: This session, we are exploring
        the magic of milonga.  Playing with the weight shift in
        a close embrace and a tight space to the most glorious
        pieces from the golden age of tango!


        Visit our website to check out the blog, student
        testimonials, and to register for classes.

        http://friendsoftango.wix.com/friendsoftango

        Fuad&Ozlem
        (225) 235 5705

Friday

        Welcome to H-Town twice a month Friday night milonga
        at Cielito Lindo, 1900 Kane St, aka MECA (Multicultural
        Education and Counseling through the Arts).

        Milonga starts about 9pm.

        Advanced level tango class with Indre starts at 8pm
        (class is $20 includes milonga).

        Milonga only - $10, BYOB

        Come early to get the best seat

        Make sure to park on the MECA side of the street.

        More details:
        http://houstonargentinetangoschool.com/local-events/

        Indre ♫♪♫•*¨*•.¸¸

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        New Friday Night Practica and Class with Noe Rosas

        I am excited to be starting a new Practica (tango practice)
        and a four week series of entry level, Argentine tango
        classes with Noe Rosas. Stay after class and enjoy
        the space to freely practice your tango! Practice makes
        perfect! They will be held at Dance From The Heart Studio,
        off Houston Ave.

        Please join us for Tango instruction starting at 8pm
        9:00 -11pm (social dancing)

        Where: Dance From The Heart Studio (DFTH)
        3221 Houston, Ave, 77009
        http://www.dfth.org/

        BYOB, light snacks provided

        Hope to see you there!

        Noe Rosas
        2noerosas at gmail.com

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        Midway to Tango - an intermediate level class

        Four week cycle every first Friday of the month

        Cycle consists of four 60 min classes with 15 minute
        practice at the end 8:00pm-9:15pm at Tango Cielo, 3710
        Main St

        No partner necessary.

        This class is designed for dancers with complete knowledge
        of tango fundamentals (read Begin Tango). In Midway to
        Tango sessions you will learn changes of direction in
        linear and circular movements. You will be introduced
        to more advanced patterns and steps such as sandwich,
        parada, sacada and more. Emphasis in Midway Tango is
        placed on developing a skill to combine basic steps and
        translate it to a new musically flowing sequences. Steps
        and patterns are done in both milonguero and salon style
        embrace to emphasize the flexibility in the connection.

        More info at http://www.instantango.com/classes.html

Saturday

        Saturday Night Milonga - El Fueye

        "El Fueye" (fwe-sh-e) is the term bandoneon players use
        to lovingly refer to their instrument.  In the hands of a
        master, the fueye breathes life into the music and leads
        the dancers around the pista.

        Saturdays
        9pm - free tango lesson
        10pm to 2am - milonga

        Costa's Elixir Lounge
        2239 Richmond Avenue
        Houston, TX  77098
        http://costashouston.com

        DJ: Elizabeth
        Dancing Cover: $5
        Free Parking: Lot, Valet, Street

        Host/Organizers: Argentine Tango Club

        http://www.argentinetangoclub.org
        https://www.facebook.com/argentinetangoclub

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        Milonga Brasileña is the first Saturday of every month.

        Emporio Brazilian Cafe
        12288 Westheimer, #210A
        Houston, TX 77077

        9pm to 12am
        Cost: $10/person (free if you order dinner or drinks)

        Hosted by:
        Rick & Teresa
        http://milongabrasilena.net

Sunday

        [On hiatus for Summer, practica mainly, some guest instructors]
        Sunday Lesson with Sue & Alex
        3:30 - 4:15 PM, $5
        All-Level, Tango, Vals and Milonga
        Every Sunday, a walking element for beginners and an
        advanced movement for intermediate and advanced dancers.

        Start anytime. Drop-ins welcome. No partner required.
        Info: http://www.cosasdeltango.com/lessons.html

        Sunday Práctica - La Práctica Dominguera
        4:30 - 7:00 pm, $5
        Every Sunday, dance, practice, share or just hang-out.
        A different DJ every Sunday.
        Info: http://www.cosasdeltango.com/practica.html

        The lesson and práctica are at:

        River Oaks Pilates Studio
        3425 South Shepherd Drive, Suite 220
        Houston, TX 77098

        The studio is located on the second floor above MW Cleaners
        at the corner of Shepherd and Colquitt. You just enter the
        building from Colquitt and go to the second floor. There is
        free parking in front of the building and in the parking
        garage on the 1st and 2nd levels.

        http://www.cosasdeltango.com 
        amamontoff at yahoo.com
        (713) 724-7281

Let's tango this week.





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