Argentine Tango of Modesto

Argentine Tango Instruction

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Classes Every Saturday

Introductory Level 11:00 to 12:00 Classes are designed to give the students the skill they need to begin social dancing. Newcomers are always welcome.

Cost is $10 drop-in or $35 per month

Practica 12:00 to 1:00

Location: Map

Sophia's Dance Journey

711 10th St.

Modesto, CA
(209) 408-0620

For additional information email ModestoTango or
call (209) 522-1571

Partners not required

Monday Night at Jacob's

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(Click for info about the art.)

Modesto

Tango

Argentino

invites you to join us for an Argentine Tango practica - an opportunity to:

practice your tango skills,
socialize with other tango aficionados,
and dance.

2501 McHenry Avenue
Modesto, Ca 95350

(209) 529-2829

Every Monday from 8:00 to 10:00 p.m.

There is no cost for the Tango - no cover, no minimum.
Jacobs is a full service restaurant and is available for drinks, hors d'oeuvre, or dinner at your pleasure.

Bulletin, Jan. 16, 2012

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Modesto Tango Bulletin, Jan. 16, 2012

We had quite a few new people in class Saturday. We actually could have used a few more women. We meet at Jacobs tonight even though it is an official holiday.

On our website: This Week's Video a recap of workshops with Marcelo and Olga.

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK

MONDAY - Tonight, Jan.16 & 23. Jacobs fine dining, 2501 McHenry. tango practica and social dancing. 7-9 p.m. Come early to enjoy a meal. No fee, but you are encouraged to order food or drink off the menu.

WEDNESDAY - Beginner level class at the Senior Center on Bodem. 2:30 p.m. 211 Bodem (at Scenic). Enter through front door and sign in. No fee.

SATURDAY - Jan. 21 - 11 a.m.-noon Sophia's Dance Journey, 711 10th St., basic class followed by noon practica. $10 drop-in for the class. $5 practica only. (practica free with lesson). Free for men willing to dance with extra followers.

To keep track of events with our on line calendar <http://sites.google.com/site/modestotango/home/argentinetangoactivities>Calendar.

Modesto Tango is a non-profit association of tango aficionados dedicated to sharing artistic, cultural and social aspects of Argentine tango. To unsubscribe: <<http://groups.google.com/group/Modesto-Tango/subscribe>http://groups.google.com/group/Modesto-Tango/subscribe>

Milongas:

@>---- Our next milonga set for the first weekend of March. We'll keep you posted.

Milongas Out of Town:

SACRAMENTO

@>---- Sunday, Jan. 29, Sunday, Feb. 5, Sunday, Feb. 19 at 'The Station' 1100 Orlando Ave., Roseville. Capital City Milonga. The Station is at the Auburn Blvd / Riverside exit (just south of the Douglas Blvd exit) on I-80. Look for the box cars. 6-9:30 p.m $8 cover.

BERKELEY

@>---- Tuesday: All levels musicality class, 9:30 milonga @ Brasarte, 1901 San Pablo Ave. $15 class & milonga, $10 milonga only. Traditional milonga. Empanadas and botanas for purchase. You may bring your own beverage.

OAKLAND

@>---- Friday, Tango Magdalena Dance & Art Studio, live music! 580 Grand Ave, Suite #305, 9 p.m.-3 a.m

EMERYVILLE -

@>---- Fri. Jan. 27 "CHE TANGO!" - Allegro Ballroom - 5855 Christie Ave - (every fourth Friday) 8-9 p.m: Class by NORA & ED, 9 p.m - 1 a.m: Milonga Guest DJ: EMILIO FLORES $15 Class + Milonga. $12 Milonga only. $6 after 12:05 a.m

CLASSES AND PRACTICAS OUT OF TOWN:
Some have expressed interest in these. To carpool call 522-1571

TUESDAY
Sacramento -
Tango by the River, 128 J St., Old Sacramento

Level I (Beginning) 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Level II (Intermediate) 7:30-8:30 p.m.

SIERRA 2 Center, Studio 1 (in back), 2791 24th St. Michelle Gore technique class. 6:30-7:45p.m., includes warm-up, isolations, drills, routines, floor work, cool-down! Great exercises to do on your own. Wear comfortable shoes & clothing & get ready to work out! Studio 1 is at the back-end of the Center. Take 24th Street(past the Theatre) to 4th Turn left onto 4th Avenue, then an immediate left into the parking lot. www.TangowithMichelle.com or (916) 799-1952

Emeryville

Allegro Ballroom. 5855 Christie Ave., Nora Dinzelbacher teaching.

7:30-8:30 p.m.: Beginner Level $12

8:30-9:30 p.m.: Intermediate Level $12

9:30-10:30 p.m.: Practica $6 (Free with class)

Berkeley

Brasarte/Capoeira Arts, 1901 San Pablo Ave: All levels

Musicality drop in class 8:15-9:45 p.m. Price: $15. Marcelo Solis

Intensive work on posture, technique, musicality, lead and follow.

WEDNESDAY

Sacramento

Step One, 1920 T St. (at railroad tracks:), "La Práctica" for all levels with Mike & Alisa 9-10:30 p.m. Beginners always welcome.

The Dance Corner 2927 Fulton Ave, Sacramento 95821

7:45-9 p.m. classes by Luis Caceres

THURSDAY

Sacramento -

Tango by the River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento

Level III (Advanced) Tango. 7-8:30 p.m. followed by practice time.

Fresno:

Studio 65/ Adornos; 2965 North Maroa Ave. Tango technique. Group lessons,

8 p.m. $10.

FRIDAY
Sacramento:
At Firehouse 5 Studio, 2014 9th St. Tango Buenos Aires at 7:30 p.m.

Michael Taillant! $40/month, $70/couple, $12/drop-in contact

phone 707-416-9680, email tangobravo2k@yahoo.com

Tango By The River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento - 8 - 11 p.m. $5 entry.

The Dance Corner. 2927 Fulton Ave, Sacramento -7:30-8:30 p.m. Taught by Luis Caceres.

Lafayette:
Lafayette Dance Center, 3369 Mt. Diablo Blvd. (Drop-in)

Fundamentals & technique class 8-9 p.m. Intermediates 9-10 p.m. Milonga 10 p.m. $12 one class and milonga, $17 for both classes and milonga, $7 milonga only.

COMING UP!

Jan. 27-29, 2012.

Florentino Guizar returns with tango boot camp. Suitable for new and experienced dancers. Private studio. Call for address. Registration questions (209) 602-7289. Friday 7-9 p.m. Tango Fundamentals: Connection, communication, embrace, weight change, walk, turn in place and around the dance floor, change of direction in parallel and cross walk using suspension, pivots, contra body motion.

Saturday 4-7 p.m. Common Tango Vocabulary: Variations on walking, ochos, displacements, stops, changes of direction, crossing, propelling, and blocking.

Sunday 4-7 p.m. The Inner Guts of Tango: Lead and follow windmill turns, changing directions and stopping . Basic hooks and leg wraps.

Cost (per person): Pre-registration after Jan. 1, $125, Same day registration $150.

Friday only, $35, Saturday $45, Sunday $55. Individual days on a space available basis, Call Glenda at 209-602-7289 for Address/ Registration/ Questions.

Must have worked with Florentino before to take individual days.

Registration for April's Argentine Tango Festival and official competition in San Francisco has begun. An early bird special is available until Feb. 23 for festival and competition. http://www.argentinetangousa.com/registration-prices. A new video has festival organizers Gato & Andrea dancing at a milonga in Los Altos: <http://modestotango.blogspot.com/search/label/VOW>This Week's Video.

TANGO TOURS TO BUENOS AIRES:

>From Christy Cote & Chelsea Eng:
March 11-18, 2012 , CITA 2012 get a discount* and the benefit of association with the longest-running international group attending CITA. Earliest bookings receive the highest priority for CITA class registration. Location to be confirmed. Classes likely held at the NH City & Tower Hotel. Seminars likely held at Mansión Dandi Royal. Milongas likely held at 'Niño Bien'.
2 OPTIONS - 2012 Pricing to be announced

CITA Registration Only

for less than you would pay on your own & with additional perks!

Package includes:       * 15 non-seminar classes
                        * 2 theater shows
                      * 3 milongas with exhibitions

* Priority Seating at CITA Events(reserved seats for the CITA milongas & prime seats for the CITA Theater Shows)

CITA Registration + CITA Enhancement -
Package includes:

* (Classes, shows & milongas + priority seating) package as detailed above

* Assistance with CITA Class Selection
* Pre-Travel Consultation (tips on air, lodging, etc.)

* Pre-Travel Orientation Meeting in San Francisco

(Packets sent to those not in the Bay Area with a follow-up phone call)

* Welcome dinner in Buenos Aires on Saturday night, March 10

* E-mailed bulletins in Buenos Aires with suggestions for activities; meeting times for taxi shares & dinners; restaurant recommendations. All pricing is subject to change. You must register for CITA through contact below, and you must have e-mail access both before & during CITA. Full payment must be received at the time of registration. Refund Policy: The CITA portion of the package is subject to CITA's terms & conditions regarding refunds. For the remainder of the package: a $35 cancellation fee applies. Purpose: To provide an enjoyable way to experience Buenos Aires in conjunction with the International Tango Congress. CITA Enhancement participants arrange their own air and hotel for maximum flexibility, benefiting from group networking and exclusive perks. TangoChelsea@hotmail.com

2011 Seoul Tango Week Farewell Milonga - Ricardo Viqueira y Fish (2nd) -...

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Bulletin, Jan. 9, 2012

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Modesto Tango Bulletin, Jan. 9, 2012

What great workshops and milonga! Marcelo Solis proved a great teacher/dancer. The Bee helped bring people we had not seen; we hope they will join our tango community. It was also nice to see Sacramento and Sonora tangueros

This Week's Video shows Marcelo and Olga Mateeva performing at our Milonga. We hope for many more events like that.

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK

MONDAY - Tonight, Jan. 9 & 16. Jacobs fine dining, 2501 McHenry. tango practica and social dancing. 7-9 p.m. Come early to enjoy a meal. No fee, but you are encouraged to order food or drink off the menu.

WEDNESDAY - Beginner level class at the Senior Center on Bodem. 2:30 p.m. 211 Bodem (at Scenic). Enter through front door and sign in. No fee.

SATURDAY - Jan. 14 - 11 a.m.-noon Sophia's Dance Journey, 711 10th St., basic class followed by noon practica. $10 drop-in for the class. $5 practica only. (practica free with lesson). Free for men willing to dance with extra followers.

To keep track of events with our on line calendar <http://sites.google.com/site/modestotango/home/argentinetangoactivities>Calendar.

Milongas:

@>---- Our next milonga is expected in the first weekend of March. We'll keep you posted.

Milongas Out of Town:

BERKELEY

OAKLAND

@>---- Friday, Tango Magdalena Dance & Art Studio, live music! 580 Grand Ave, Suite #305, 9 p.m.-3 a.m

EMERYVILLE -

CLASSES AND PRACTICAS OUT OF TOWN:
Some have expressed interest in these. To carpool call 522-1571

TUESDAY
Sacramento -
Tango by the River, 128 J St., Old Sacramento

Level I (Beginning) 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Level II (Intermediate) 7:30-8:30 p.m.

Emeryville

Allegro Ballroom. 5855 Christie Ave., Nora Dinzelbacher teaching.

7:30-8:30 p.m.: Beginner Level $12

8:30-9:30 p.m.: Intermediate Level $12

9:30-10:30 p.m.: Practica $6 (Free with class)

Berkeley

Brasarte/Capoeira Arts, 1901 San Pablo Ave: All levels

Musicality drop in class 8:15-9:45 p.m. Price: $15. Marcelo Solis

Intensive work on posture, technique, musicality, lead and follow.

WEDNESDAY

Sacramento

Step One, 1920 T St. (at railroad tracks:), "La Práctica" for all levels with Mike & Alisa 9-10:30 p.m. Beginners always welcome.

The Dance Corner 2927 Fulton Ave, Sacramento 95821

7:45-9 p.m. classes by Luis Caceres

THURSDAY

Sacramento -

Tango by the River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento

Level III (Advanced) Tango. 7-8:30 p.m. followed by practice time.

Fresno:

Studio 65/ Adornos; 2965 North Maroa Ave. Tango technique. Group lessons,

8 p.m. $10.

FRIDAY
Sacramento:
At Firehouse 5 Studio, 2014 9th St. Tango Buenos Aires at 7:30 p.m.

Michael Taillant! $40/month, $70/couple, $12/drop-in contact

phone 707-416-9680, email tangobravo2k@yahoo.com

Tango By The River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento - 8 - 11 p.m. $5 entry.

The Dance Corner. 2927 Fulton Ave, Sacramento -7:30-8:30 p.m. Taught by Luis Caceres.

Lafayette:
Lafayette Dance Center, 3369 Mt. Diablo Blvd. (Drop-in)

Fundamentals & technique class 8-9 p.m. Intermediates 9-10 p.m. Milonga 10 p.m. $12 one class and milonga, $17 for both classes and milonga, $7 milonga only.

COMING UP!

Jan. 27-29, 2012.

Florentino Guizar returns with tango boot camp. Suited for novices and experienced dancers. Modesto location. Private studio. Call for address. Registration questions (209) 602-7289. Friday 7-9 p.m. Tango Fundamentals: Connection, communication, embrace, weight change, walk, turn in place and around the dance floor, change of direction in parallel and cross walk using suspension, pivots, contra body motion.

Saturday 4-7 p.m. Common Tango Vocabulary: Variations on walking, ochos, displacements, stops, changes of direction, crossing, propelling, and blocking.

Sunday 4-7 p.m. The Inner Guts of Tango: Lead and follow windmill turns, changing directions and stopping . Basic hooks and leg wraps.

Cost (per person): Pre-registration after Jan. 1, $125, Same day registration $150

Florentino Guizar (858) 453-9680 florentino@tangoconcepts.com Argentine Tango concepts. Private lessons, group classes, tango shows and special events.

TANGO TOURS TO BUENOS AIRES:

CITA Registration Only

for less than you would pay on your own & with additional perks!

Package includes:       * 15 non-seminar classes
                        * 2 theater shows
                      * 3 milongas with exhibitions

* Priority Seating at CITA Events(reserved seats for the CITA milongas & prime seats for the CITA Theater Shows)

CITA Registration + CITA Enhancement -
Package includes:

* (Classes, shows & milongas + priority seating) package as detailed above

* Assistance with CITA Class Selection
* Pre-Travel Consultation (tips on air, lodging, etc.)

* Pre-Travel Orientation Meeting in San Francisco

(Packets sent to those not in the Bay Area with a follow-up phone call)

* Welcome dinner in Buenos Aires on Saturday night, March 10

Marcelo Solis and Olga Mateeva Perform at Modesto

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Marcelo Solis and Olga Mateeva Perform a Milonga at Modesto

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Milonga with Marcelo Solis

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Argentine Tango
Social Dance

Featuring popular Bay Area Instructors and dancers

Marcelo Solis
&
Olga Mateeva

January 7, 2012

7:30 p.m. - Marcelo will teach an introductory class. This is a great opportunity to learn the basics of tango and to meet your fellow dancers.

8:30 p.m. - Midnight - Marcelo will be the DJ and share his great selection of Argentine Tango Dance music.

10:15 p.m. - a performance by Marcelo. Bring your friends who are not dancers. They will love the performance.

Free parking at

Jacobs Fine Dining

2501 McHenry Av

Modesto, CA 95350

(209) 529-2829

Jacobs is a full service restaurant and is available

for drinks, hors d'oeuvre, or dinner at your pleasure.

Cost:

Introductory Lesson and Milonga: $10.00

Milonga only; $5.00

For Reservations call the restaurant. For additional information see ModestoTango - Argentine Tango has come to Modesto or call

(209) 522-1571

Marcelo Solis and Olga Mateeva Workshop Saturday January 7, 2012 4:00

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Marcelo Solis and Olga Mateeva Workshop Saturday January 7, 2012 2:30

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Workshops with Marcelo Solis

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Marcelo Solis

&
Olga Mateeva

will be presenting Argentine Tango workshops and private individual lessons in Modesto

Saturday

January 7, 2012

2:30 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. -

Rhythm and musicality in basic elements All levels- Beginners encouraged

4:00 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. -

Cadence: How technique is related to musicality Intermediate level

7:30 p.m. - Milonga (click for details)

Private Lessons are available by arrangement with the instructor. To schedule send email to
ModestoTango@gmail.com or call (209) 522-1571

Teaching philosophy -

What makes you a better dancer is not how many steps you know, but how you are able to execute them. Marcelo focuses on technique, connection with the partner, and musicality. His classes are a balanced combination between working hard and having fun, so you learn in a nice and friendly atmosphere

Find out more at his Web site http://www.marcelosolisargentinetango.com/

Cost:
$20.00 - One Workshop

$35.00 - Both Workshops
$80.00/per hour + $10.00 Studio Fee - Private lessons

Free parking at

Jacobs Fine Dining

2501 McHenry Av

Modesto, CA 95350

(209) 529-2829

For additional information see ModestoTango - Argentine Tango or

call (209) 522-1571

Bulletin, Jan. 2, 2012

2012-01-02T10:45:00.001-08:00

Modesto Tango Bulletin, Jan. 2, 2012

Happy New Year. Tango life returns to normal with a bang! This Saturday will be our milonga and workshops with Marcelo Solis, our first guest instructor 10 years ago. We got a nice spread in the Bee Friday. Solis taught many years in the Bay Area. A finalist in the 1994 national traditional stage championship and finalist in 2110 Buens Aires salon dance style in Buenos Aires 2010, he offers "Dancing from Buenos Aires". Marcelo's teaching style is based on how people actually dance in Buenos Aires, not watered-down stage performance tango. He will partner Olga Mateeva, with a strong background in classic ballet, modern and ballroom dance. She travels regularly to Buenos Aires to dance and continue studying, has worked with teachers Alicia Pons, Nestor La Vitola, Monica Paz, Enriqueta Kleinman and Jorge Kero. She also enjoys salsa, swing and Argentine folklore

Classes will be held at Jacobs, 2501 McHenry

2:30 p.m. All levels

4 p.m. - Intermediate

$20 one class, $35 both classes.

7:30 p.m. introductory class

8:30 p.m. milonga. Class & milonga $10. Milonga only: $5

Food and beverage available through the evening

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK

MONDAY - Tonight, Jan. 2 & 9. Jacobs fine dining, 2501 McHenry. tango practica and social dancing. 7-9 p.m. Come early to enjoy a meal. No fee, but you are encouraged to order food or drink off the menu.

WEDNESDAY - Class resumes at the Senior Center on Bodem. Beginners at 2:30 p.m. (not 3). 211 Bodem (at Scenic). Enter through front door and sign in. No fee.

SATURDAY - Jan. 7 - 11 a.m.-noon at Sophia's Dance Journey, 711 10th St., classes in basics, followed by noon practica. $10 drop-in for the class. $5 practica only. (practica free with lesson) Free for men willing to dance with extra followers.

2:30 p.m. Jacobs Fine Dining, see above.

(If you have been in classes for a while, skip 11 a.m. and save yourself for Solis at 2:30.)

To keep track of events with our on line calendar <http://sites.google.com/site/modestotango/home/argentinetangoactivities>Calendar.

Modesto Tango is a non-profit association of tango aficionados dedicated to sharing artistic, cultural and social aspects of Argentine tango. To unsubscribe: <<http://groups.google.com/group/Modesto-Tango/subscribe>http://groups.google.com/group/Modesto-Tango/subscribe>

Milongas:

@>---- Saturday, Jan. 7. Marcelo Solis will perform with partner Olga Mateeva at 10 p.m. The rest of the evening we dance. An elegant evening of dining and dancing in a great venue. Food and beverages available until 10.

Milongas Out of Town:

SACRAMENTO:

BERKELEY

@>---- Tuesday: All levels musicality class, 9:30 milonga @ Brasarte, 1901 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley. $15 class & milonga, $10 milonga only. Traditional milonga. Empanadas and botanas for purchase. You may bring your own beverage.

OAKLAND

@>---- Friday, Tango Magdalena Dance & Art Studio, live music! 580 Grand Ave, Suite #305, 9 p.m.-3 a.m

EMERYVILLE -

CLASSES AND PRACTICAS OUT OF TOWN:
Some have expressed interest in these. To carpool call 522-1571

TUESDAY
Sacramento -
Tango by the River, 128 J St., Old Sacramento

Level I (Beginning) 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Level II (Intermediate) 7:30-8:30 p.m.

SIERRA 2 Center, Studio 1 (located in back), 2791 24th Street

Michelle Gore Technique class. 6:30 - 7:45. Class includes warm-up, isolations, drills, routines, floor work & cool-down! Great exercises to do on your own. Wear comfortable shoes & clothing & get ready to work out!

Studio 1 is at the back-end of the Center. Take 24th Street(past the Theatre) to 4th Turn left onto 4th Avenue, then an immediate left into the parking lot. www.TangowithMichelle.com 916-799-1952

Emeryville

Allegro Ballroom. 5855 Christie Ave., Nora Dinzelbacher teaching.

7:30-8:30 p.m.: Beginner Level $12

8:30-9:30 p.m.: Intermediate Level $12

9:30-10:30 p.m.: Practica $6 (Free with class)

Berkeley

Brasarte/Capoeira Arts, 1901 San Pablo Ave: All levels

Musicality drop in class 8:15-9:45 p.m. Price: $15. Marcelo Solis

Intensive work on posture, technique, musicality, lead and follow.

WEDNESDAY

Sacramento

Step One, 1920 T St. (at railroad tracks:), "La Práctica" for all levels with Mike & Alisa 9-10:30 p.m. Beginners always welcome.

The Dance Corner 2927 Fulton Ave, Sacramento 95821

7:45-9 p.m. classes by Luis Caceres

THURSDAY

Sacramento -

Tango by the River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento

Level III (Advanced) Tango. 7-8:30 p.m. followed by practice time.

Fresno:

Studio 65/ Adornos; 2965 North Maroa Ave. Tango technique. Group lessons,

8 p.m. $10.

FRIDAY
Sacramento:
At Firehouse 5 Studio, 2014 9th St. Tango Buenos Aires at 7:30 p.m.
Michael Taillant! $40/month, $70/couple, $12/drop-in contact
phone 707-416-9680, email tangobravo2k@yahoo.com

Tango By The River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento - 8 - 11 p.m. $5 entry.

The Dance Corner. 2927 Fulton Ave, Sacramento -7:30-8:30 p.m. Taught by Luis Caceres.

Lafayette:
Lafayette Dance Center, 3369 Mt. Diablo Blvd. (Drop-in)

Fundamentals & technique class 8-9 p.m. Intermediates 9-10 p.m. Milonga 10 p.m. $12 one class and milonga, $17 for both classes and milonga, $7 milonga only.

COMING UP!

Jan. 27-29, 2012.

Florentino Guizar returns with tango boot camp. Suited for novices and experienced dancers. Modesto location. Private studio. Call for address. Registration questions 209-602-7289.

Friday 7-9 p.m. Tango Fundamentals: Connection, communication, and embrace, weight change, walk, turn in place and around the dance floor, change of direction in parallel and cross walk using suspension, pivots, and contra body motion.

Saturday 4-7 p.m. Common Tango Vocabulary: Variations on walking, ochos, displacements, stops, changes of direction, crossing, propelling, and blocking.

Sunday 4-7 p.m. The Inner Guts of Tango: Lead and follow windmill turns, changing directions and stopping . Basic hooks and leg wraps.

Cost (per person): Pre-registration before Jan. 1, 2012 $ 99

After Jan. 1, $125, Same day registration $150

Florentino Guizar 858-453-9680 florentino@tangoconcepts.com Argentine TangoConcepts Private lessons, group classes, tango shows, and special events.

Registration for the Argentine Tango Festival and official competition in San Francisco in April has begun. An early bird special is available until Feb. 23 for festival and competition. http://www.argentinetangousa.com/registration-prices. A new video has festival organizers Gato & Andrea dancing at a milonga in Los Altos: <http://modestotango.blogspot.com/search/label/VOW>This Week's Video.

TANGO TOURS TO BUENOS AIRES:

CITA Registration Only

for less than you would pay on your own & with additional perks!

Package includes:       * 15 non-seminar classes
                        * 2 theater shows
                      * 3 milongas with exhibitions

* Priority Seating at CITA Events(reserved seats for the CITA milongas & prime seats for the CITA Theater Shows)

CITA Registration + CITA Enhancement -
Package includes:

* (Classes, shows & milongas + priority seating) package as detailed above

* Assistance with CITA Class Selection
* Pre-Travel Consultation (tips on air, lodging, etc.)

* Pre-Travel Orientation Meeting in San Francisco

(Packets sent to those not in the Bay Area with a follow-up phone call)

* Welcome dinner in Buenos Aires on Saturday night, March 10

Bulletin, Dec. 26, 2011

2011-12-26T11:05:00.001-08:00

Modesto Tango Bulletin, Dec. 26, 2011

Happy holidays. With classes on hiatus until the new year, our Monday practica at Jacobs still offers a chance to dance.

Our next milonga and workshop will be Saturday, Jan. 7, with Marcelo Solis, our first guest instructor 10 years ago. He taught many years in the Bay Area. A finalist in the 1994 national traditional stage championship and finalist in 2110 Buens Aires salon dance style in Buenos Aires 2010, he offers "Dancing from Buenos Aires". Marcelo's teaching style is based on how people actually dance in Buenos Aires, not watered-down stage performance tango. He will partner Olga Mateeva, with a strong background in classic ballet, modern and ballroom dance. She travels regularly to Buenos Aires to dance and continue studying, has worked with teachers Alicia Pons, Nestor La Vitola, Monica Paz, Enriqueta Kleinman and Jorge Kero. She also enjoys salsa, swing and Argentine folklore

Classes will be held at Jacobs, 2501 McHenry

2:30 p.m. All levels

4 p.m. - Intermediate

$20 one class, $35 both classes.

Evening milonga 7:30 Introductory class

8:30 milonga. Class & milonga $10. Milonga only: $5

Food and beverage available through the evening

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK

MONDAY - Monday, Tonight, Dec. 26 & Jan. 2. Jacobs fine dining, 2501 McHenry. tango practica and social dancing. 7-9 p.m. Come early to enjoy a meal. No fee, but you are encouraged to order food or drink off the menu.

WEDNESDAY - Class at the Senior Center on Bodem is cancelled for the holiday week. See you back on Jan 4. Class will begin at 2:30, rather than 3.

SATURDAY - Dec. 31 - Sophia's Dance Journey class cancelled.

See you January 7 when we host Marcelo Solis.

Milongas:

Mark your calendars for a series of workshops and a milonga on January 7. Marcelo Solis to be our guest artist.

Milongas Out of Town:

SACRAMENTO:

Saturday, Dec. 31 Firehouse 5 dance, 2014B 9th St., La alterNATIVA 'NYE All-Nighter Pajama Party! Wear jammies, dance all night, stay for breakfast!

BERKELEY

Tuesday: All levels musicality class, 9:30 milonga @ Brasarte, 1901 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley. $15 class & milonga, $10 milonga only. Traditional milonga. Empanadas and botanas for purchase. You may bring your own beverage.

OAKLAND

Friday, Tango Magdalena Dance & Art Studio, -With Live music!

580 Grand Ave, Suite #305, 9 p.m.-3 a.m

Sat. Dec 31: Tango Magdalena Dance Studio, 580 Grand Ave, Suite # 305

New Year's Party - From 9 PM till ... everyone is exhausted! $20

Celebrate the NEW YEAR in a Cozy and Romantic atmosphere.

+ Champagne popping! Music: DJ

Finger food and healthy snacks. Bring something to share.

Contact: 510-817 4905, Web site : www.tangomagdalena.com

Sunday, Jan. 1, El Milonguero - Milonga @ Lake Merritt Dance Cntr.

- The Lounge Room, 200 Grand Ave

7-8 p.m. Warm up Practica - Improving your floor craft skills!

8-11 p.m. Milonga $10

EMERYVILLE -

Fri. Jan. 27 "CHE TANGO!" - Allegro Ballroom - 5855 Christie Ave - (and every fourth Friday of every month)

8.pm - 9p.m: Class by NORA & ED, 9p.m - 1a.m: Milonga

Guest DJ: EMILIO FLORES
$15 Class + Milonga. $12 Milonga only. $6 after 12:05 a.m

CLASSES AND PRACTICAS OUT OF TOWN:
Some have expressed interest in these. To carpool call 522-1571

TUESDAY
Sacramento -
Tango by the River, 128 J St., Old Sacramento
Level I (Beginning) 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Level II (Intermediate) 7:30-8:30 p.m.

Firehouse 5 Studio, 2014 9th St. (9th & T).

Tango Technique w/Michelle Gorre, men & women, beginner or advanced!

6:30-7:45 p.m. - Open to ALL levels!

Wear comfortable clothes and be ready to work out!
$10/drop-in, $35/month
Contact Michelle at: tangomichey@yahoo.com

Emeryville

Allegro Ballroom. 5855 Christie Ave., Nora Dinzelbacher teaching.

7:30-8:30 p.m.: Beginner Level $12

8:30-9:30 p.m.: Intermediate Level $12
9:30-10:30 p.m.: Practica $6 (Free with class)

Berkeley
Brasarte/Capoeira Arts, 1901 San Pablo Ave: All levels
Musicality drop in class 8:15-9:45 p.m. Price: $15. Marcelo Solis

Intensive work on posture, technique, musicality, lead and follow.

WEDNESDAY
Sacramento
Step One, 1920 T St. (at railroad tracks:), "La Práctica" for all levels with Mike & Alisa 9-10:30 p.m. Beginners always welcome.

The Dance Corner 2927 Fulton Ave, Sacramento 95821
7:45-9 p.m. classes by Luis Caceres

THURSDAY
Sacramento -

Tango by the River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento
Level III (Advanced) Tango. 7-8:30 p.m. followed by practice time.

Firehouse 5 Studio, 2014 9th St/ (9th & T) Tango explorations!
6:30 pm Beginning Argentine Tango, 7:30 pm Continuing Tango
8:30 pm Practica $10/drop-in, $35/month, $5/practica (FREE with class)

Fresno:
Studio 65/ Adornos; 2965 North Maroa Ave. Tango technique. Group lessons,
8 p.m. $10.

FRIDAY
Sacramento:
At Firehouse 5 Studio, 2014 9th St. Tango Buenos Aires at 7:30 p.m.
Michael Taillant! $40/month, $70/couple, $12/drop-in contact
phone 707-416-9680, email tangobravo2k@yahoo.com

Tango By The River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento - 8 - 11 p.m. $5 entry.

The Dance Corner. 2927 Fulton Ave, Sacramento -7:30-8:30 p.m. Taught by Luis Caceres.

Lafayette:
Lafayette Dance Center, 3369 Mt. Diablo Blvd. (Drop-in)

Fundamentals & technique class 8-9 p.m. Intermediates 9-10 p.m. Milonga 10 p.m. $12 one class and milonga, $17 for both classes and milonga, $7 milonga only.

COMING UP!

Jan. 27-29, 2012.

Florentino Guizar returns with a tango boot camp. Suited for the totally new to tango, and experienced dancers. Modesto location. Private studio. Call for address. Registration questions 209-602-7289.

Saturday 4-7 p.m. Common Tango Vocabulary: Variations on walking, ochos, displacements, stops, changes of direction, crossing, propelling, and blocking.

Sunday 4-7 p.m. The Inner Guts of Tango: Lead and follow windmill turns, changing directions and stopping . Basic hooks and leg wraps.

Cost (per person): Pre-registration before Jan. 1, 2012 $ 99

After Jan. 1, $125, Same day registration $150

Florentino Guizar 858-453-9680 florentino@tangoconcepts.com Argentine TangoConcepts Private lessons, group classes, tango shows, and special events.

TANGO TOURS TO BUENOS AIRES:

CITA Registration Only
for less than you would pay on your own & with additional perks!

Package includes:       * 15 non-seminar classes
                        * 2 theater shows
                      * 3 milongas with exhibitions

* Priority Seating at CITA Events(reserved seats for the CITA milongas & prime seats for the CITA Theater Shows)

CITA Registration + CITA Enhancement -
Package includes:

* (Classes, shows & milongas + priority seating) package as detailed above

* Assistance with CITA Class Selection
* Pre-Travel Consultation (tips on air, lodging, etc.)
* Pre-Travel Orientation Meeting in San Francisco

(Packets sent to those not in the Bay Area with a follow-up phone call)

* Welcome dinner in Buenos Aires on Saturday night, March 10

Bulletin, Dec. 12, 2011

2011-12-12T18:25:00.000-08:00

Modesto Tango Bulletin, Dec. 12, 2011

Our next milonga and workshop will be Saturday, Jan. 7, with Marcelo Solis, our first guest instructor ten years ago. He has taught many years in the Bay Area. A finalist in national traditional stage championship in 1994 and finalist in salon dance style in Buenos Aires 2010, he focuses on technique. He will be with partner Olga Mateeva, who came to tango in with a strong background in classic ballet, modern and ballroom dance. She travels regularly to Buenos Aires to dance and continue studying, has worked with teachers Alicia Pons, Nestor La Vitola, Monica Paz, Enriqueta Kleinman and Jorge Kero. She also enjoys salsa, swing and Argentine folklore.

These classes are not to be missed.

Classes will be held at Jacobs, 2501 McHenry

2:30 p.m. All levels

4 p.m. - Intermediate

$20 one class, $35 both classes.

Evening milonga 7:30 Introductory class

8:30 milonga. Class & milonga $10. Milonga only: $5

Food and beverage available through the evening

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK

MONDAY - Monday, Tonight, Dec. 12 & 19. Jacobs fine dining, 2501 McHenry. tango practica and social dancing. 7-9 p.m. Come early to enjoy a meal. No fee, but you are encouraged to order food or drink off the menu.

WEDNESDAY - 3-4 p.m. Beginner classes at Senior Center: 211 Bodem (at Scenic). Enter through the front door and sign in. No fee.

SATURDAY -Dec. 17 - 11 a.m..-noon at Sophia's Dance Journey, 711 10th St., classes in basics, followed by noon practica. $10 drop-in for the class. $5 practica only. (practica free with lesson) Free for men willing to dance with extra followers.

@>---- Mark your calendars for a series of workshops and a milonga on January 7. Marcelo Solis to be our guest artist.

Milongas Out of Town:

SACRAMENTO:
@>---- Saturday, Dec. 17 - FIREHOUSE 5 DANCE, 2014B 9th St.
La alterNATIVA's Annual Winter Wonderland! Wear white and glow! Cost: $10

@>---- Sunday, Dec . 18 - 2724 24th St.. Sacramento Tango Club Milonga 7-10 p.m. $5 cover, Free parking courtesy Society of the Blind. BYOB.

@>---- Saturday, Dec. 24! At Tango By The River, 128 J St., Old Sacramento

Christmas Eve Milonga 6-10 p.m. (earlier hours). Free parking on streets. $10.

@>---- Saturday, Dec. 31   Firehouse 5 dance, 2014B 9th St., La alterNATIVA 'NYE All-Nighter Pajama Party! Wear jammies, dance all night, stay for breakfast!

BERKELEY
@>---- TUESDAYS   All levels musicality class, 9:30 milonga @ Brasarte, 1901 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley. $15 class & milonga, $10 milonga only. Traditional milonga. Empanadas and botanas for purchase. You may bring your own beverage.

OAKLAND
@>---- Friday,   Tango Magdalena Dance & Art Studio, -With Live music!
580 Grand Ave, Suite #305,   9 p.m.-3 a.m

@>---- Saturdays, Lake Merritt Dance Center (Hall 1) 200 Grand Ave.:
Tango Universe Milonga 8:30 p.m.-midnight, $9 ($6 after 11 p.m.)

@>---- Sundays, Tango Magdalena Dance & Art Studio, - With Live Music!!
580 Grand Ave, Suite #305, 4:30-9:30 p.m.

EMERYVILLE -

@>---- Sat. Dec 31: NEW YEAR'S EVE SPECIAL @ Allegro Grand Ballroom - 5855 Christie Ave - Emeryville. Reserve your table. Details soon.

CLASSES AND PRACTICAS OUT OF TOWN:
Some have expressed interest in these. To carpool call 522-1571

TUESDAY
Sacramento -
Tango by the River, 128 J St., Old Sacramento
Level I (Beginning) 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Level II (Intermediate) 7:30-8:30 p.m.

Firehouse 5 Studio, 2014 9th St. (9th & T).

Tango Technique w/Michelle Gorre, men & women, beginner or advanced!
6:30-7:45 p.m. - Open to ALL levels!

Wear comfortable clothes and be ready to work out!
$10/drop-in, $35/month
Contact Michelle at: tangomichey@yahoo.com

Emeryville
Allegro Ballroom. 5855 Christie Ave., Nora Dinzelbacher teaching.
7:30-8:30 p.m.: Beginner Level $12
8:30-9:30 p.m.: Intermediate Level $12
9:30-10:30 p.m.: Practica $6 (Free with class)

Berkeley
Brasarte/Capoeira Arts, 1901 San Pablo Ave: All levels
Musicality drop in class 8:15-9:45 p.m. Price: $15. Marcelo Solis
Intensive work on posture, technique, musicality, lead and follow.

Finnish Hall: 1970 Chestnut St.: 8-9:30 p.m. Dec. 6-27 - Advanced Movements and Concepts for the Social Dance Floor. Class will focus on turns and rhythmic movements used by advanced dancers using mostly close embrace with some transitional movements. $40/person for all 4 weeks or $12/class drop-in to register email seantango@gmail.com or call 916-709-0603

WEDNESDAY
Sacramento
Step One, 1920 T St. (at railroad tracks:), "La Práctica" for all levels with Mike & Alisa 9-10:30 p.m. Beginners always welcome.

The Dance Corner 2927 Fulton Ave, Sacramento 95821
7:45-9 p.m. classes by Luis Caceres

THURSDAY
Sacramento -
Tango by the River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento
Level III (Advanced) Tango. 7-8:30 p.m. followed by practice time.

Firehouse 5 Studio, 2014 9th St/ (9th & T) Tango explorations!
6:30 pm Beginning Argentine Tango, 7:30 pm Continuing Tango
8:30 pm Practica $10/drop-in, $35/month, $5/practica (FREE with class)

Fresno:
Studio 65/ Adornos; 2965 North Maroa Ave. Tango technique. Group lessons,
8 p.m. $10.

FRIDAY
Sacramento:
At Firehouse 5 Studio, 2014 9th St. Tango Buenos Aires at 7:30 p.m.
Michael Taillant! $40/month, $70/couple, $12/drop-in contact
phone 707-416-9680, email tangobravo2k@yahoo.com

Tango By The River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento - 8 - 11 p.m. $5 entry.

The Dance Corner. 2927 Fulton Ave, Sacramento -7:30-8:30 p.m. Taught by Luis Caceres.

Lafayette:
Lafayette Dance Center, 3369 Mt. Diablo Blvd. (Drop-in)
Fundamentals & technique class 8-9 p.m. Intermediates 9-10 p.m. Milonga 10 p.m. $12 one class and milonga, $17 for both classes and milonga, $7 milonga only.

SUNDAY
Fresno: In the Cube, Studio 65, 2965 N. Maroa Ave.
5-8 p.m. $10 per person with hosts Kathy and Guy;

Emeryville:
The Allegro Ballroom. 5855 Christie Ave.,
Class 2-3 p.m., $12; Intermediate/Advance Class 3-4 pm, $12
Instructor: Julian Ramil, Dance Practice: 4-6 p.m. $6 (Free w/lesson)
Theme of the month: 1) Turns for the crowded dance floor
2) Improvisng with cadenas & sacadas for leaders and followers

Oakland:
Magdalena tango - 580 Grand Ave.
2:15-3:15 p.m.: Beginners
3:30-4:30p.m.: Intermediate / Advanced, John Pierre Singhe
Followed immediately with the Milonga 4:30-9 p.m.

COMING UP!

Jan. 27-29, 2012.

Florentino Guizar returns with a Tango boot camp. Suited for the totally new to tango, and experienced dancers. Modesto Location. Private studio. Call for address. Registration questions 209-602-7289

Saturday 4-7 p.m. Common Tango Vocabulary: Variations on walking, ochos, displacements, stops, changes of direction, crossing, propelling, and blocking.

Sunday 4-7 p.m. The Inner Guts of Tango: Lead and follow windmill turns, changing directions and stopping . Basic hooks and leg wraps.

Cost (per person): Pre-registration before Jan. 1, 2012 $ 99

After Jan. 1, $125, Same day registration $150

Florentino Guizar 858-453-9680 florentino@tangoconcepts.com Argentine TangoConcepts Private lessons, group classes, tango shows, and special events.

TANGO TOURS TO BUENOS AIRES:

Package includes:       * 15 non-seminar classes
                        * 2 theater shows
                      * 3 milongas with exhibitions
                * Priority Seating at CITA Events(reserved seats for the CITA milongas & prime seats for the CITA Theater Shows)

CITA Registration + CITA Enhancement -
Package includes:
* (Classes, shows & milongas + priority seating) package as detailed above

* Assistance with CITA Class Selection
* Pre-Travel Consultation (tips on air, lodging, etc.)
* Pre-Travel Orientation Meeting in San Francisco

(Packets sent to those not in the Bay Area with a follow-up phone call)
* Welcome dinner in Buenos Aires on Saturday night, March 10

Bulletin, Dec. 5, 2011

2011-12-05T16:14:00.001-08:00

Modesto Tango Bulletin, Dec. 5, 2011

We have the opportunity to look at two videos this week.

<http://modestotango.blogspot.com/search/label/VOW>

The first video shows renowned milongeros Osvaldo y Coca dancing in a social setting. The second shows how they dance during an exposition. There is an interesting article discussing the differences in the Tango Voice blog, <http://tangovoice.wordpress.com/2010/07/06/milongueros-dancing-tango-in-the-milongas-of-buenos-aires/>Tango Voice

Registration for the Argentine Tango Festival and official competition in April has begun. An early bird special is available until Feb. 23 for festival and competition. http://www.argentinetangousa.com/registration-prices. A new video has festival organizers Gato & Andrea dancing at a milonga in Los Altos: <http://modestotango.blogspot.com/search/label/VOW>This Week's Video.

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK

MONDAY - Monday, Tonight, Dec. 5 & 12. Jacobs fine dining, 2501 McHenry. tango practica and social dancing. 7-9 p.m. Come early to enjoy a meal. No fee, but you are encouraged to order food or drink off the menu.

WEDNESDAY - 3-4 p.m. Beginner classes at Senior Center: 211 Bodem (at Scenic). Enter through the front door and sign in. No fee.

SATURDAY -Dec. 10 - 11 a.m..-noon at Sophia's Dance Journey, 711 10th St., classes in basics, followed by noon practica. $10 drop-in for the class. $5 practica only. (practica free with lesson) Free for men willing to dance with extra followers.

To keep track of events with our on line calendar <http://sites.google.com/site/modestotango/home/argentinetangoactivities>Calendar.

Modesto Tango is a non-profit association of tango aficionados dedicated to sharing artistic, cultural and social aspects of Argentine tango. To unsubscribe: <<http://groups.google.com/group/Modesto-Tango/subscribe>http://groups.google.com/group/Modesto-Tango/subscribe>

Milongas:

@>---- Mark your calendars for a series of workshops and a milonga on January 7. More information to follow.

Milongas Out of Town:
SACRAMENTO:
@>---- Saturday, Dec. 10 - Tango By The River, 128 J St., Old Sacramento.
Silver Moon Milonga. Wear something silvery, if you can!  9 p,m.-1 a.m. $10.   .

@>---- Saturday, Dec. 17 - FIREHOUSE 5 DANCE, 2014B 9th St.
La alterNATIVA's Annual Winter Wonderland! Wear white and glow! Cost: $10

@>---- Sunday, Dec . 19 - 2724 24th St.. Sacramento Tango Club Milonga 7-10 p.m.   $5 cover, Free parking courtesy Society of the Blind. BYOB.

@>---- Saturday, Dec. 24! At Tango By The River, 128 J St., Old Sacramento
Christmas Eve Milonga 6-10 p.m. (earlier hours). Free parking on the streets. $10.

@>---- Saturday, Dec. 31   Firehouse 5 dance, 2014B 9th St., La alterNATIVA 'NYE All-Nighter Pajama Party! Wear jammies, dance all night, stay for breakfast!

BERKELEY
@>---- TUESDAYS   All levels musicality class, 9:30 milonga @ Brasarte, 1901 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley. $15 class & milonga, $10 milonga only. Traditional milonga. Empanadas and botanas for purchase. You may bring your own beverage.

OAKLAND
@>---- Friday,   Tango Magdalena Dance & Art Studio, -With Live music!
580 Grand Ave, Suite #305,   9 p.m.-3 a.m

@>---- Saturdays, Lake Merritt Dance Center (Hall 1) 200 Grand Ave.:
Tango Universe Milonga 8:30 p.m.-midnight, $9 ($6 after 11 p.m.)

@>---- Sundays, Tango Magdalena Dance & Art Studio, - With Live Music!!
580 Grand Ave, Suite #305, 4:30-9:30 p.m.

EMERYVILLE -
@>---- Saturday, Dec. 10 "La Milonga de Nora" @ Allegro. 5855 Christie Ave.

@>---- Sat. Dec 31: NEW YEAR'S EVE SPECIAL @ Allegro Grand Ballroom - 5855 Christie Ave - Emeryville. Reserve your table. Details soon.

CLASSES AND PRACTICAS OUT OF TOWN:
Some have expressed interest in these. To carpool call 522-1571

TUESDAY
Sacramento -
Tango by the River, 128 J St., Old Sacramento
Level I (Beginning) 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Level II (Intermediate) 7:30-8:30 p.m.

Firehouse 5 Studio, 2014 9th St. (9th & T).

Tango Technique w/Michelle Gorre, men & women, beginner or advanced!
6:30-7:45 p.m. - Open to ALL levels!
Wear comfortable clothes and be ready to work out!
$10/drop-in, $35/month
Contact Michelle at: tangomichey@yahoo.com

Emeryville
Allegro Ballroom. 5855 Christie Ave., Nora Dinzelbacher teaching.
7:30-8:30 p.m.: Beginner Level $12
8:30-9:30 p.m.: Intermediate Level $12
9:30-10:30 p.m.: Practica $6 (Free with class)

Berkeley
Brasarte/Capoeira Arts, 1901 San Pablo Ave: All levels
Musicality drop in class 8:15-9:45 p.m. Price: $15. Marcelo Solis
Intensive work on posture, technique, musicality, lead and follow.

Finnish Hall: 1970 Chestnut St.: 8-9:30 p.m. Dec. 6th - 27th
Advanced Movements and Concepts for the Social Dance Floor
This class will focus various turns and rhythmic movements used by advanced dancers on the social dance floor using mostly close embrace with some transitional movements. $40/person for all 4 weeks or $12/class drop-in to register email seantango@gmail.com or call 916-709-0603

WEDNESDAY
Sacramento
Step One, 1920 T St. (at railroad tracks:), "La Práctica" for all levels with Mike & Alisa 9-10:30 p.m. Beginners always welcome.

The Dance Corner 2927 Fulton Ave, Sacramento 95821
7:45-9 p.m. classes by Luis Caceres

THURSDAY
Sacramento -
Tango by the River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento
Level III (Advanced) Tango. 7-8:30 p.m. followed by practice time.

Firehouse 5 Studio, 2014 9th St/ (9th & T) Tango explorations!
6:30 pm Beginning Argentine Tango, 7:30 pm Continuing Tango
8:30 pm Practica $10/drop-in, $35/month, $5/practica (FREE with class)

Fresno:
Studio 65/ Adornos; 2965 North Maroa Ave. Tango technique. Group lessons,
8 p.m. $10.

FRIDAY
Sacramento:
At Firehouse 5 Studio, 2014 9th St. Tango Buenos Aires at 7:30 p.m.
Michael Taillant! $40/month, $70/couple, $12/drop-in contact
phone 707-416-9680, email tangobravo2k@yahoo.com

Tango By The River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento - 8 - 11 p.m. $5 entry.

The Dance Corner. 2927 Fulton Ave, Sacramento -7:30-8:30 p.m. Taught by Luis Caceres.

Lafayette:
Lafayette Dance Center, 3369 Mt. Diablo Blvd. (Drop-in)
Fundamentals & technique class 8-9 p.m. Intermediates 9-10 p.m. Milonga 10 p.m. $12 one class and milonga, $17 for both classes and milonga, $7 milonga only.

SUNDAY
Fresno: In the Cube, Studio 65, 2965 N. Maroa Ave.
5-8 p.m. $10 per person with hosts Kathy and Guy;

Emeryville:
The Allegro Ballroom. 5855 Christie Ave.,
Class 2-3 p.m., $12; Intermediate/Advance Class 3-4 pm, $12
Instructor: Julian Ramil, Dance Practice: 4-6 p.m. $6 (Free w/lesson)
Theme of the month: 1) Turns for the crowded dance floor
2) Improvisng with cadenas & sacadas for leaders and followers

Oakland:
Magdalena tango - 580 Grand Ave.
2:15-3:15 p.m.: Beginners
3:30-4:30p.m.: Intermediate / Advanced, John Pierre Singhe
Followed immediately with the Milonga 4:30-9 p.m.

COMING UP!
TANGO TOURS TO BUENOS AIRES:
From Christy Cote & Chelsea Eng:
March 11-18, 2012 , CITA 2012 get a discount* and the benefit of association with the longest-running international group attending CITA. Earliest bookings receive the highest priority for CITA class registration. Location to be confirmed. Classes likely held at the NH City & Tower Hotel. Seminars likely held at Mansión Dandi Royal. Milongas likely held at 'Niño Bien'.
2 OPTIONS - 2012 Pricing to be announced
CITA Registration Only
for less than you would pay on your own & with additional perks!
Package includes:        * 15 non-seminar classes
                        * 2 theater shows
                      * 3 milongas with exhibitions
                * Priority Seating at CITA Events(reserved seats for the CITA milongas & prime seats for the CITA Theater Shows)
CITA Registration   + CITA Enhancement -
Package includes:
     * (Classes, shows & milongas + priority seating) package as detailed above
      * Assistance with CITA Class Selection
* Pre-Travel Consultation (tips on air, lodging, etc.)
* Pre-Travel Orientation Meeting in San Francisco
    (Packets sent to those not in the Bay Area with a follow-up phone call)
     * Welcome dinner in Buenos Aires on Saturday night, March 10

Osvaldo y Coca

2011-12-04T18:28:00.000-08:00

The first video shows renowned milongeros Osvaldo y Coca dancing in a social setting. The second shows how they dance during an exposition. There is an interesting article discussing the differences in the blog, Tango Voice

Osvaldo y Coca bailan en Caricias, 16 Marzo, 2010

Osvaldo y Coca Cartery : 'El Adios' : tango milonguero

Bulletin, Nov. 28, 2011

2011-11-28T23:26:00.001-08:00

Modesto Tango Bulletin, Nov. 28, 2011

Tomorrow, Nov. 29, 7:30 p.m., Mary Stuart Rogers Theater: Duo Revirado combines a versatile, accomplished violinist and conservatory-educated guitarist to create an incomparable chamber ensemble. Their distinctive melding of guitar and violin produces beautiful, creative Latin, tango, jazz and folk music.

With tango one of their specialties, we were invited to dance in the lobby before the show between 6:15 and 7:15 p.m..So buy your tickets, come early to dance. Single concert tickets: box seats $30, orchestra $25, parterre and balcony $20, youth through high school $15.

Registration for the Argentine Tango Festival and official competition next April has begun. An EARLY BIRD SPECIAL is available until Feb. 23 for festival and competition. http://www.argentinetangousa.com/registration-prices We have a new video of festival organizers Gato & Andrea dancing at a milonga in Los Altos. This Week's Video.

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK

MONDAY - Monday, Tonight, Nov.28 & Dec. 5. Jacobs fine dining,

2501 McHenry. tango practica and social dancing. 7-9 p.m. Come early to enjoy a meal. No fee, but you are encouraged to order food or drink off the menu.

WEDNESDAY - 3-4 p.m. Beginner classes at Senior Center: 211 Bodem (at Scenic). Enter through the front door and sign in. No fee.

SATURDAY -Dec. 3 - 11 a.m..-noon at Sophia's Dance Journey, 711 10th St., classes in basics, followed by noon practica. $10 drop-in for the class. $5 practica only. (practica free with lesson) Free for men willing to dance with extra followers.

@>---- Tomorrow - Tuesday, Nov. 29 - Gallo Center Lobby, 1000 I Street.

Duo Riverado perform. We dance in the lobby, 6:15 - 7:15 p.m. before the concert.

Milongas Out of Town:

SACRAMENTO:
@>---- Saturday, Dec. 3 - FIREHOUSE 5 DANCE, 2014B 9th Street
La alterNATIVA! 9 p.m. Milonga www.thefirehouse5.com 916-705-2157

@>---- Sunday, Dec . 4 - 2724 24th Street. The Sacramento Tango Club Milonga
7-10 p.m. Cover charge Sunday is $5. Free parking in the lot just past the studio on the right, courtesy Society of the Blind. BYOB.

@>---- Saturday, Dec. 10 - Tango By The River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento. Lesson 8 p.m. Milonga 9 p.m. $10

@>---- Saturday, December 17, 2011 FIREHOUSE 5 DANCE, 2014B 9th Street

La alterNATIVA's Annual Winter Wonderland! Wear white and glow! Cost: $10

@>---- Sunday, Dec . 19 - 2724 24th Street. The Sacramento Tango Club Milonga
7-10 p.m. Cover charge Sunday is $5, Free parking in the lot just past the studio on the right, courtesy Society of the Blind. BYOB.

@>---- Saturday, Dec. 31 FIREHOUSE 5 DANCE, 2014B 9th Street La alterNATIVA 'NYE All-Nighter Pajama Party!Wear jammies, dance all night, stay for breakfast!

BERKELEY
@>---- TUESDAYS   All levels musicality class, 9:30 milonga @ Brasarte, 1901 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley. $15 class & milonga, $10 milonga only. Traditional milonga. Empanadas and botanas for purchase. You may bring your own beverage.

OAKLAND
@>---- Friday,   Tango Magdalena Dance & Art Studio, -With Live music!
580 Grand Ave, Suite #305,   9 p.m.-3 a.m

@>---- Saturdays, Lake Merritt Dance Center (Hall 1) 200 Grand Ave.:

Tango Universe Milonga 8:30 p.m.-midnight, $9 ($6 after 11 p.m.)

@>---- Sundays, Tango Magdalena Dance & Art Studio, - With Live Music!!
580 Grand Ave, Suite #305, 4:30-9:30 p.m.

EMERYVILLE -
@>---- Saturday, Dec. 10 "La Milonga de Nora" @ Allegro. 5855 Christie Ave.

@>---- Sat. Dec 31: NEW YEAR'S EVE SPECIAL @ Allegro Grand Ballroom - 5855 Christie Ave - Emeryville. Reserve your table. Details soon.

CLASSES AND PRACTICAS OUT OF TOWN:
Some have expressed interest in these. To carpool call 522-1571

TUESDAY
Sacramento -
Tango by the River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento - Tango with Donna & Steve
Level I (Beginning) 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Level II (Intermediate) 7:30-8:30 p.m.

Firehouse 5 Studio, 2014 9th Street (9th & T).
Tango Technique w/Michelle Gorre, men & women, beginner or advanced!
6:30-7:45 p.m. - Open to ALL levels!
Wear comfortable clothes and be ready to workout!
$10/drop-in, $35/month
Contact Michelle at: tangomichey@yahoo.com

Emeryville
Allegro Ballroom. 5855 Christie Ave., Nora Dinzelbacher teaching.
7:30-8:30 p.m.: Beginner Level $12
8:30-9:30 p.m.: Intermediate Level $12
9:30-10:30 p.m.: Practica $6 (Free with class)

Berkeley
Brasarte/Capoeira Arts, 1901 San Pablo Ave: All levels
Musicality drop in class 8:15-9:45 p.m. Price: $15. Marcelo Solis
Intensive work on posture, technique, musicality, lead and follow.

WEDNESDAY
Sacramento
Step One, 1920 T St. (at railroad tracks:), "La Práctica" for all levels with Mike & Alisa 9-10:30 p.m. Beginners always welcome.

The Dance Corner
2927 Fulton Ave, Sacramento 95821
7:45-9 p.m. classes by Luis Caceres

THURSDAY
Sacramento -
Tango by the River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento
Level III (Advanced) Tango. 7-8:30 p.m. followed by practice time.

Firehouse 5 Studio, 2014 9th Street (9th & T) Tango explorations!
6:30 pm Beginning Argentine Tango, 7:30 pm Continuing Tango
8:30 pm Practica $10/drop-in, $35/month, $5/practica (FREE with class)

Fresno:
Studio 65/ Adornos; 2965 North Maroa Ave. Tango technique. Group lessons,
8 p.m. $10.

FRIDAY
Sacramento:
At Firehouse 5 Studio, 2014 9th Street. Tango Buenos Aires at 7:30 p.m.
Michael Taillant! $40/month, $70/couple, $12/drop-in contact
phone 707-416-9680, email tangobravo2k@yahoo.com

Tango By The River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento -- "Class To Floor"! 7-8 p.m.,
Cost $10 drop-in (includes practica to follow) or $40 for the monthly series.

Practilonga at Tango by the River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento, 8 p.m. $5 entry.

The Dance Corner. 2927 Fulton Ave, Sacramento -7:30-8:30 p.m. Taught by Luis Caceres.

Lafayette:
Lafayette Dance Center, 3369 Mt. Diablo Blvd. (Drop-in)
Fundamentals & technique class 8-9 p.m. Intermediates 9-10 p.m. Milonga 10 p.m. $12 one class and milonga, $17 for both classes and milonga, $7 milonga only.

SUNDAY
Fresno: In the Cube, Studio 65, 2965 N. Maroa Ave.
5-8 p.m. $10 per person with hosts Kathy and Guy;

Emeryville:
The Allegro Ballroom. 5855 Christie Ave.,
Class 2-3 p.m., $12; Intermediate/Advance Class 3-4 pm, $12
Instructor: Julian Ramil, Dance Practice: 4-6 p.m. $6 (Free w/lesson)
Theme of the month: 1) Turns for the crowded dance floor
2) Improvisng with cadenas & sacadas for leaders and followers

Oakland:
Magdalena tango - 580 Grant Avenue
2:15-3:15 p.m.: Beginners
3:30-4:30p.m.: Intermediate / Advanced, John Pierre Singhe
Followed immediately with the Milonga from 4:30-9 p.m.

COMING UP!

TANGO TOURS TO BUENOS AIRES:

From Christy Cote & Chelsea Eng:

March 11-18, 2012 , CITA 2012 get a discount* and the benefit of association with the longest-running international group attending CITA. Earliest bookings receive the highest priority for CITA class registration. Location to be confirmed. Classes likely held at the NH City & Tower Hotel. Seminars likely held at Mansión Dandi Royal. Milongas likely held at 'Niño Bien'.
2 OPTIONS - 2012 Pricing to be announced
CITA Registration Only
for less than you would pay on your own & with additional perks!
Package includes: * 15 non-seminar classes
                        * 2 theater shows
                      * 3 milongas with exhibitions
                * Priority Seating at CITA Events(reserved seats for the CITA milongas & prime seats for the CITA Theater Shows)

CITA Registration   + CITA Enhancement -
Package includes:
      * (Classes, shows & milongas + priority seating) package as detailed above
      * Assistance with CITA Class Selection

        * Pre-Travel Consultation (tips on air, lodging, etc.)
* Pre-Travel Orientation Meeting in San Francisco
    (Packets sent to those not in the Bay Area with a follow-up phone call)

* Welcome dinner in Buenos Aires on Saturday night, March 10

Bulletin, Nov. 21, 2011

2011-11-21T00:38:00.000-08:00

Modesto Tango Bulletin, Nov. 21, 2011

Tuesday, Nov. 29, 7:30 p.m., Mary Stuart Rogers Theater. Duo Revirado combines a versatile, accomplished violinist and conservatory-educated guitarist to create an incomparable chamber ensemble. Their distinctive melding of guitar and violin produces beautiful, creative Latin, tango, jazz and folk music.

With tango one of their specialties, we were invited to dance in the lobby before the show between 6:15 and 7:15 p.m..So buy your tickets and come early to dance.

Single concert tickets: box seats $30, orchestra $25, parterre and balcony $20, youth through high school $15. Discounted balcony tickets are available through Dealsavers: $20 for 2 Concert Tickets to Duo Revirado!

Registration for the Argentine Tango Festival and official Competition next April 2012 has begun. They offer an EARLY BIRD SPECIAL until Feb. 23 for both festival and competition. http://www.argentinetangousa.com/registration-prices
We have a new video of the festival organizers, Gato & Andrea dancing at a milonga in Los Altos. This Week's Video.

Classes this week are cancelled - happy Thanksgiving - You can, however, join us a Jacobs this evening to get your tango fix.

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK

MONDAY - Monday, Tonight, Nov.21 & 28. Jacobs fine dining, 2501 McHenry. tango practica and social dancing. 7-9 p.m. Come early to enjoy a meal. No fee, but you are encouraged to order food or drink off the menu.

WEDNESDAY - 3-4 p.m. Class cancelled. Normally beginner classes at Senior Center: 211 Bodem (at Scenic). Enter through the front door and sign in. No fee.

SATURDAY -Oct. 26 - Class cancelled. See you back on Dec. 3, at 11 a.m.-

To keep track of events with our on line calendar <http://sites.google.com/site/modestotango/home/argentinetangoactivities>Calendar.

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Milongas:
@>---- Tuesday, Nov. 29 - Gallo Center Lobby, 1000 I Street. Duo Riverado perform.
We dance in the lobby, 6:15 - 7:15 p.m. - before the concert.

Milongas Out of Town:
SACRAMENTO:

@>---- Saturday, Nov. 26 - Tango By The River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento. Lesson 8:00 p.m. Milonga 9:00 p.m. $10

@>---- Saturday, Dec. 3 - FIREHOUSE 5 DANCE, 2014B 9th Street
La alterNATIVA! 9 p.m. Milonga www.thefirehouse5.com 916-705-2157

@>---- Sunday, Dec . 4 - 2724 24th Street. The Sacramento Tango Club Milonga
7-10 p.m. Cover charge Sunday is $5. Free parking in the lot just past the studio on the right, courtesy Society of the Blind. BYOB.

@>---- Saturday, Dec. 10 - Tango By The River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento. Lesson 8:00 p.m. Milonga 9:00 p.m. $10

@>---- Saturday, December 17, 2011 FIREHOUSE 5 DANCE, 2014B 9th Street
La alterNATIVA's Annual Winter Wonderland! Wear ALL White and glow!
Cost: $10

@>---- Sunday, Dec . 19 - 2724 24th Street. The Sacramento Tango Club Milonga

7-10 p.m. Cover charge Sunday is $5, Free parking in the lot just past the studio on the right, courtesy Society of the Blind. BYOB.

Tango Universe Milonga 8:30 p.m.-midnight, $9 ($6 after 11 p.m.)

@>---- Sundays, Tango Magdalena Dance & Art Studio, - With Live Music!!
580 Grand Ave, Suite #305, 4:30-9:30 p.m.

EMERYVILLE -

@>---- Saturday, Dec. 10 "La Milonga de Nora" @ Allegro. 5855 Christie Ave.

CLASSES AND PRACTICAS OUT OF TOWN:
Some have expressed interest in these. To carpool call 522-1571

TUESDAY
Sacramento -
Tango by the River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento - Tango with Donna & Steve
Level I (Beginning) 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Level II (Intermediate) 7:30-8:30 p.m.

Firehouse 5 Studio, 2014 9th Street (9th & T).
Tango Technique w/Michelle Gorre, men & women, beginner or advanced!
6:30-7:45 p.m. - Open to ALL levels!
Wear comfortable clothes and be ready to workout!
$10/drop-in, $35/month
Contact Michelle at: tangomichey@yahoo.com

Emeryville
Allegro Ballroom. 5855 Christie Ave., Nora Dinzelbacher teaching.
7:30-8:30 p.m.: Beginner Level $12
8:30-9:30 p.m.: Intermediate Level $12
9:30-10:30 p.m.: Practica $6 (Free with class)

Berkeley
Brasarte/Capoeira Arts, 1901 San Pablo Ave: All levels
Musicality drop in class 8:15-9:45 p.m. Price: $15. Marcelo Solis
Intensive work on posture, technique, musicality, lead and follow.

WEDNESDAY
Sacramento
Step One, 1920 T St. (at railroad tracks:), "La Práctica" for all levels with Mike & Alisa 9-10:30 p.m. Beginners always welcome.

The Dance Corner
2927 Fulton Ave, Sacramento 95821
7:45-9 p.m. classes by Luis Caceres

THURSDAY
Sacramento -
Tango by the River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento
Level III (Advanced) Tango. 7-8:30 p.m. followed by practice time.

Firehouse 5 Studio, 2014 9th Street (9th & T) Tango explorations!
6:30 pm Beginning Argentine Tango, 7:30 pm Continuing Tango
8:30 pm Practica $10/drop-in, $35/month, $5/practica (FREE with class)

Fresno:
Studio 65/ Adornos; 2965 North Maroa Ave. Tango technique. Group lessons,
8 p.m. $10.

FRIDAY
Sacramento:
At Firehouse 5 Studio, 2014 9th Street. Tango Buenos Aires at 7:30 p.m.
Michael Taillant! $40/month, $70/couple, $12/drop-in contact
phone 707-416-9680, email tangobravo2k@yahoo.com

Tango By The River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento -- "Class To Floor"! 7-8 p.m.,
Cost $10 drop-in (includes practica to follow) or $40 for the monthly series.

Practilonga at Tango by the River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento, 8 p.m. $5 entry.

The Dance Corner. 2927 Fulton Ave, Sacramento -7:30-8:30 p.m. Taught by Luis Caceres.

Lafayette:
Lafayette Dance Center, 3369 Mt. Diablo Blvd. (Drop-in)
Fundamentals & technique class 8-9 p.m. Intermediates 9-10 p.m. Milonga 10 p.m. $12 one class and milonga, $17 for both classes and milonga, $7 milonga only.

SUNDAY
Fresno: In the Cube, Studio 65, 2965 N. Maroa Ave.
5-8 p.m. $10 per person with hosts Kathy and Guy;

Emeryville:
The Allegro Ballroom. 5855 Christie Ave.,
Class 2-3 p.m., $12; Intermediate/Advance Class 3-4 pm, $12
Instructor: Julian Ramil, Dance Practice: 4-6 p.m. $6 (Free w/lesson)
Theme of the month: 1) Turns for the crowded dance floor
2) Improvisng with cadenas & sacadas for leaders and followers

Oakland:
Magdalena tango - 580 Grant Avenue
2:15-3:15 p.m.: Beginners
3:30-4:30p.m.: Intermediate / Advanced, John Pierre Singhe
Followed immediately with the Milonga from 4:30-9 p.m.

COMING UP!
TANGO TOURS TO BUENOS AIRES:
>From Christy Cote & Chelsea Eng
March 11-18, 2012 , CITA 2012 get a discount* and the benefit of association with the longest-running international group attending CITA. Earliest bookings receive the highest priority for CITA class registration. Location to be confirmed. Classes likely held at the NH City & Tower Hotel. Seminars likely held at Mansión Dandi Royal. Milongas likely held at 'Niño Bien'.
2 OPTIONS - 2012 Pricing to be announced
CITA Registration Only
for less than you would pay on your own & with additional perks!
Package includes:      * 15 non-seminar classes
                        * 2 theater shows
                      * 3 milongas with exhibitions
                * Priority Seating at CITA Events(reserved seats for the CITA milongas & prime seats for the CITA Theater Shows)

CITA Registration   + CITA Enhancement -
Package includes:
      * (Classes, shows & milongas + priority seating) package as detailed above
      * Assistance with CITA Class Selection
* Pre-Travel Consultation (tips on air, lodging, etc.)

        * Pre-Travel Orientation Meeting in San Francisco
    (Packets sent to those not in the Bay Area with a follow-up phone call)
     * Welcome dinner in Buenos Aires on Saturday night, March 10
    * E-mailed bulletins in Buenos Aires with suggestions for activities;           meeting times for taxi shares & dinners; restaurant recommendations. All pricing is subject to change. You must register for CITA through contact below, and you must have e-mail access both before & during CITA. Full payment must be received at the time of registration. Refund Policy: The CITA portion of the package is subject to CITA's terms & conditions regarding refunds. For the remainder of the package: a $35 cancellation fee applies. Purpose: To provide an enjoyable way to experience Buenos Aires in conjunction with the International Tango Congress. CITA Enhancement participants arrange their own air and hotel for maximum flexibility, benefiting from group networking and exclusive perks. TangoChelsea@hotmail.com

Performance at Gato & Andrea's Milonga 11-18-11

2011-11-20T13:34:00.000-08:00

Gato Valdez and Andrea Monti perform at their final milonga for 2011 in Los Altos. Andrea also dances with Santiago Croce who will be one of the instructors at Gato and Andrea's up coming Argentine Tango USA Festival and USA Championship

Bulletin, Nov. 14, 2011

2011-11-14T14:37:00.000-08:00

Modesto Tango Bulletin, Nov. 14, 2011

Brenda Williams, who blogged such a nice piece on Gato & Andrea, also wrote a nice article about our community - certainly worth reading: http://www.examiner.com/dance-in-modesto/argentine-tango-brings-passion-to-heart-of-modesto

Saturday Carol and Bill Kern of Sacramento (Smily Bill) will work on some simple milonga moves. A class you'll surely enjoy.

Our next event is a pre-show mini-milonga at the Gallo Center's Duo Riverado concert: Tuesday, Nov. 29, 7:30 p.m., Mary Stuart Rogers Theater. Duo Revirado combines a versatile, accomplished violinist and conservatory-educated guitarist to create an incomparable chamber ensemble. Their distinctive melding of guitar and violin produces beautiful, creative Latin, tango, jazz and folk music. With tango one of their specialties, we were invited to dance in the lobby before the show between 6:15 and 7:15 p.m..

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK

MONDAY - Monday, Tonight, Nov.14 & 21. Jacobs fine dining, 2501 McHenry. tango practica and social dancing. 7-9 p.m. Come early to enjoy a meal. No fee, but you are encouraged to order food or drink off the menu.

WEDNESDAY - 3-4 p.m. Beginner classes at Senior Center: 211 Bodem (at Scenic). Enter through the front door and sign in. No fee.

SATURDAY -Oct. 19 - 11 a.m.-noon at Sophia's Dance Journey, 711 10th St., classes in basics, followed by noon practica. $10 drop-in for the class. $5 practica only. (practica free with lesson) Free for men willing to dance with extra followers.

To keep track of events with our on line calendar <http://sites.google.com/site/modestotango/home/argentinetangoactivities>Calendar.

Milongas:

@>---- Tuesday, Nov. 29 - Gallo Center Lobby, 1000 I Street. Duo Riverado perform.

6:15 - 7:15 p.m. - before the concert.

Milongas Out of Town:

SACRAMENTO:

@>---- Saturday, Nov. 19 - FIREHOUSE 5 DANCE, 2014B 9th Street -

Theme: Bollywood, guest artist, Jay Abling.

La alterNATIVA! 9 p.m. Milonga www.thefirehouse5.com 916-705-2157

@>---- Sunday, Nov. 20 - 2724 24th Street. The Sacramento Tango Club Milonga

7-10 p.m. Cover charge Sunday is $5, Mike Bohan is guest DJ. Free parking in the lot just past the studio on the right, courtesy Society of the Blind. BYOB.

@>---- Saturday, Dec. 3 - FIREHOUSE 5 DANCE, 2014B 9th Street

La alterNATIVA! 9 p.m. Milonga www.thefirehouse5.com 916-705-2157

@>---- Sunday, Dec . 4 - 2724 24th Street. The Sacramento Tango Club Milonga

7-10 p.m. Cover charge Sunday is $5. Free parking in the lot just past the studio on the right, courtesy Society of the Blind. BYOB.

@>---- Sunday, Dec . 19 - 2724 24th Street. The Sacramento Tango Club Milonga

7-10 p.m. Cover charge Sunday is $5, Free parking in the lot just past the studio on the right, courtesy Society of the Blind. BYOB.

BERKELEY

@>---- TUESDAYS All levels musicality class, 9:30 milonga @ Brasarte, 1901 San Pablo Ave, Berkeley. $15 class & milonga, $10 milonga only. Traditional milonga. Empanadas and botanas for purchase. You may bring your own beverage.

OAKLAND

@>---- Friday, Tango Magdalena Dance & Art Studio, -With Live music!

580 Grand Ave, Suite #305, 9 p.m.-3 a.m

@>---- Saturdays, Lake Merritt Dance Center (Hall 1) 200 Grand Ave.:

Tango Universe Milonga 8:30 p.m.-midnight, $9 ($6 after 11 p.m.)

@>---- Sundays, Tango Magdalena Dance & Art Studio, - With Live Music!!

580 Grand Ave, Suite #305, 4:30-9:30 p.m.

EMERYVILLE -

@>---- Saturday, Dec. 10 "La Milonga de Nora" @ Allegro. 5855 Christie Ave.

@>---- Sat. Dec 31: NEW YEAR'S EVE SPECIAL @ Allegro Grand Ballroom - 5855 Christie Ave - Emeryville. Reserve your table. Details soon.

CLASSES AND PRACTICAS OUT OF TOWN:

Some have expressed interest in these. To carpool call 522-1571

TUESDAY
Sacramento -
Tango by the River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento - Tango with Donna & Steve

Level I (Beginning) 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Level II (Intermediate) 7:30-8:30 p.m.

Firehouse 5 Studio, 2014 9th Street (9th & T).

Tango Technique w/Michelle Gorre, men & women, beginner or advanced!

6:30-7:45 p.m. - Open to ALL levels!

Wear comfortable clothes and be ready to workout!

$10/drop-in, $35/month

Contact Michelle at: tangomichey@yahoo.com

Emeryville

Allegro Ballroom. 5855 Christie Ave., Nora Dinzelbacher teaching.

7:30-8:30 p.m.: Beginner Level $12

8:30-9:30 p.m.: Intermediate Level $12

9:30-10:30 p.m.: Practica $6 (Free with class)

Berkeley
Brasarte/Capoeira Arts, 1901 San Pablo Ave: All levels
Musicality drop in class 8:15-9:45 p.m. Price: $15. Marcelo Solis

Intensive work on posture, technique, musicality, lead and follow.

WEDNESDAY
Sacramento

Step One, 1920 T St. (at railroad tracks:), "La Práctica" for all levels with Mike & Alisa 9-10:30 p.m. Beginners always welcome.

The Dance Corner

2927 Fulton Ave, Sacramento 95821

7:45-9 p.m. classes by Luis Caceres

THURSDAY

Sacramento -

Tango by the River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento

Level III (Advanced) Tango. 7-8:30 p.m. followed by practice time.

Firehouse 5 Studio, 2014 9th Street (9th & T) Tango explorations!

6:30 pm Beginning Argentine Tango, 7:30 pm Continuing Tango

8:30 pm Practica $10/drop-in, $35/month, $5/practica (FREE with class)

Fresno:

Studio 65/ Adornos; 2965 North Maroa Ave. Tango technique. Group lessons,

8 p.m. $10.

FRIDAY

Sacramento:

At Firehouse 5 Studio, 2014 9th Street. Tango Buenos Aires at 7:30 p.m.

Michael Taillant! $40/month, $70/couple, $12/drop-in contact
phone 707-416-9680, email tangobravo2k@yahoo.com

Tango By The River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento -- "Class To Floor"! 7-8 p.m.,

Cost $10 drop-in (includes practica to follow) or $40 for the monthly series.

Practilonga at Tango by the River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento, 8 p.m. $5 entry.

The Dance Corner. 2927 Fulton Ave, Sacramento -7:30-8:30 p.m. Taught by Luis Caceres.

Lafayette:
Lafayette Dance Center, 3369 Mt. Diablo Blvd. (Drop-in)

Fundamentals & technique class 8-9 p.m. Intermediates 9-10 p.m. Milonga 10 p.m. $12 one class and milonga, $17 for both classes and milonga, $7 milonga only.

SUNDAY

Fresno: In the Cube, Studio 65, 2965 N. Maroa Ave.

5-8 p.m. $10 per person with hosts Kathy and Guy;

Emeryville:

The Allegro Ballroom. 5855 Christie Ave.,

Class 2-3 p.m., $12; Intermediate/Advance Class 3-4 pm, $12
Instructor: Julian Ramil, Dance Practice: 4-6 p.m. $6 (Free w/lesson)

Theme of the month: 1) Turns for the crowded dance floor

2) Improvisng with cadenas & sacadas for leaders and followers

Oakland:

Magdalena tango - 580 Grant Avenue

2:15-3:15 p.m.: Beginners

3:30-4:30p.m.: Intermediate / Advanced, John Pierre Singhe

Followed immediately with the Milonga from 4:30-9 p.m.

COMING UP!

TANGO TOURS TO BUENOS AIRES:
From Christy Cote & Chelsea Eng

2 OPTIONS - 2012 Pricing to be announced

CITA Registration Only

for less than you would pay on your own & with additional perks!

Package includes: * 15 non-seminar classes

                        * 2 theater shows
                      * 3 milongas with exhibitions
                * Priority Seating at CITA Events(reserved seats for the CITA milongas & prime seats for the CITA Theater Shows)

CITA Registration + CITA Enhancement -
Package includes:
* (Classes, shows & milongas + priority seating) package as detailed above

* Assistance with CITA Class Selection

* Pre-Travel Consultation (tips on air, lodging, etc.)
* Pre-Travel Orientation Meeting in San Francisco

(Packets sent to those not in the Bay Area with a follow-up phone call)

* Welcome dinner in Buenos Aires on Saturday night, March 10

Bulletin, Nov. 7, 2011

2011-11-07T14:06:00.000-08:00

Modesto Tango Bulletin, Nov. 7, 2011

Gato & Andrea report that registration for the Argentine Tango Festival and official Competition next April 2012 has begun. They offer a SUPER EARLY BIRD SPECIAL until Nov. 10 for both festival and competition (please note that only some passes apply and the payment must be with cash or check). For more details: http://www.argentinetangousa.com/registration-prices

Our next event will be at the Gallo Center, as Duo Riverado performs: Tuesday, Nov. 29, 7:30 p.m., Mary Stuart Rogers Theater. Duo Revirado combines a versatile, accomplished violinist and conservatory of music educated guitarist to create an incomparable chamber ensemble. Their distinctive melding of guitar and violin produces beautiful and creative Latin, tango, jazz, and folk arrangements. As tangos are one of their specialties, we are invited to dance in the lobby before the performance, between 6:15 and 7:15 p.m.. Single concert tickets are on sale! Box seats $30, orchestra $25, parterre and balcony $20, youth through high school $15.

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK

MONDAY - Monday, Tonight, Nov.7 & 14. Jacobs fine dining, 2501 McHenry. tango practica and social dancing. 7-9 p.m. Come early to enjoy a meal. No fee, but you are encouraged to order food or drink off the menu.

WEDNESDAY - 3-4 p.m. Beginner classes at Senior Center: 211 Bodem (at Scenic). Enter through the front door and sign in. No fee.

SATURDAY -Oct. 12 - 11 a.m.-noon at Sophia's Dance Journey, 711 10th St., classes in basics, followed by noon practica. $10 drop-in for the class. $5 practica only. (practica free with lesson) Free for men willing to dance with extra followers.

To keep track of events with our on line calendar <http://sites.google.com/site/modestotango/home/argentinetangoactivities>Calendar.

Milongas:

@>---- Tuesday, Nov. 29 - Gallo Center Lobby, 1000 I Street. Duo Riverado perform.

Milongas Out of Town:

SACRAMENTO:

@>---- Saturday, Nov. 19 - FIREHOUSE 5 DANCE, 2014B 9th Street -

Theme :Bollywood, guest artist, Jay Abling.

La alterNATIVA! 9 p.m. Milonga www.thefirehouse5.com 916-705-2157

@>---- Sunday, Nov. 20 - 2724 24th Street. The Sacramento Tango Club Milonga

7-10 p.m. Cover charge Sunday is $5, Mike Bohan is guest DJ. Free parking in the lot just past the studio on the right, courtesy Society of the Blind. BYOB.

@>---- Saturday, Dec. 3 - FIREHOUSE 5 DANCE, 2014B 9th Street

La alterNATIVA! 9 p.m. Milonga www.thefirehouse5.com 916-705-2157

@>---- Sunday, Dec . 4 - 2724 24th Street. The Sacramento Tango Club Milonga

7-10 p.m. Cover charge Sunday is $5. Free parking in the lot just past the studio on the right, courtesy Society of the Blind. BYOB.

@>---- Sunday, Dec . 19 - 2724 24th Street. The Sacramento Tango Club Milonga

7-10 p.m. Cover charge Sunday is $5, Free parking in the lot just past the studio on the right, courtesy Society of the Blind. BYOB.

BERKELEY

OAKLAND

@>---- Friday, Tango Magdalena Dance & Art Studio, -With Live music!

580 Grand Ave, Suite #305, 9 p.m.-3 a.m

@>---- Saturdays, Lake Merritt Dance Center (Hall 1) 200 Grand Ave.:

Tango Universe Milonga 8:30 p.m.-midnight, $9 ($6 after 11 p.m.)

@>---- Sundays, Tango Magdalena Dance & Art Studio, - With Live Music!!

580 Grand Ave, Suite #305, 4:30-9:30 p.m.

EMERYVILLE -

@>---- Saturday, Nov. 12. "La Milonga de Nora" @ Allegro. 5855 Christie Ave. Exhibition and class by FABIAN SALAS & LOLA DIAZ. Plus Intensive Weekend, 10 hours (Sat. and Sun). w/ Fabian & Lola. Details soon.