Forever Tango, Luis Bravo's internationally acclaimed dance spectacular. The show, which traces the history of tango through music, dance and dramatic vignettes, features an all Argentine cast. The show's first production number recalls the early home of tango in the brothels of Buenos Aires, the women appropriately attired for their trade, the men suited in gangster mode. Dancers: Claudio Villagra, Carlos Gavito & Marcela Durán, Jorge Torres & Karina Piazza, Hector Mayoral & Elsa Maria Borquez,Hugo Patyn & Carolina Garcia, Luis Castro & Claudia Mendoza. Bandoneón: Lisandro Adrover, Hector del Curto, Jorge Trivisono, Miguel Varvello. Choreographed by Luis Bravo.
Saturday
Forever Tango - Carlos Gavito
Monday
Bulletin Dec.25
Merry Christmas to all today. Our mini milonga Thursday filled Deva's with local tangueros. It was not crowded, but if the public had popped in, it WOULD have been. There are no classes for another week. A two-week hiatus from tango can be hard to take, but there are New Year's Eve milongas in Fresno, where overnight lodging is offered, and in Sacramento at Tango by the River. When we resume classes in January, Patrick will instruct.
1. Roberto Riobo, dancer, historian and teacher, agreed to teach the introductory class, and to serve as D.J. at our next milonga at Jacobs on January 20
2. Hope you have time over the holidays to enjoy this video of great examples of modern Argentine tango from Nora's Tango Week 2006. Dancing are Nito & Miriam, the old guard and the new guard. Nito recently celebrated his 71st birthday and Miriam Larici participated in Forever Tango.
OUT OF TOWN: Some have expressed interest in these. To carpool call 522-1571
TUESDAY:
SACRAMENTO -
TUESDAY: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m., At Tango by the river, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento
WEDNESDAY:
THURSDAY:
Twenty-Something Tango At Tango by the river, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento, 6:30-7:45 p.m.
Classes are taught by Chris Peake & Emily Trites. Cost: College student
$25/session (with valid ID) Non college-student $35/session.
Then: Tango Práctica with Zak Brown - 8-10 p.m.
MILONGAS ELSEWHERE
New Year's Eve, Sunday, Dec. 31: 9 p.m. NEW YEAR'S MILONGA at Studio 65. Everyone is invited to attend a dessert party with champagne/sparkling cider at Studio 65 to ring in the new year. With loads of great tango music, there will be a swing or line dance and, maybe some tanguero will teach the 'chacarera'.
SACRAMENTO
SUNDAY, DEC. 31! - NEW YEAR'S EVE GALA at Tango by the River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento. Beginning tango lesson from 8 to 9 p.m. Cost is $15 per person for lesson & dance; $10 for dance only. Both include hors d'oeuvres & refreshments (including, of course, champagne). There are fireworks at 9 p.m. and midnight, and usually we go outside to watch the fireworks. This year at midnight we will stay inside and do the traditional countdown -- 3, 2, 1 ... kiss! So if you want to see fireworks, come early enough to catch the 9 p.m. show so that at midnight we can stay indoors and have our own fireworks right at TBTR! 
2nd SUNDAY / Time 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. - at Giovanni's Pizzeria Milonga
3rd Saturdays DOWNTOWN MILONGA
"MILONGA MIRABELLE" 7318 Winding Way, Fair Oaks, CA 95628 (just west of San Juan). Hosted by Mirabelle European Pastry Café. Mini Cover Charge: $5 for dancers (includes two tickets for drawings at 8 & 8:30 p.m.) This charge is to support our host, whether or not we eat and drink there. The Mirabelle will remain open for customers which will expose Argentine tango to a new area with the hope of promoting tango. Teachers are encouraged to put out their flyers.
Every THURSDAY evening at "Café La Boca" at 2600 Fair Oaks Boulevard 
Thursdays
Also in this bulletin.
1. Roberto Riobo to D.J. our next milonga and conduct two workshops.
2. This week's Video of the Week offers a look at some exhibition dances at Nora's Tango Week milongas.
and then conduct two workshops on Sunday January 21. One of the Bay Area's most popular D.J.s and tango instructors, he began teaching with the Dinzels in Buenos Aires. His knowledge of tango history is extensive and he currently conducts a teacher training program for tango instructors. Be sure to mark your calendars for January 20. More information will be forthcoming.
OUR CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK
MONDAY Dec. 25 & Jan. 1. Dinner and dancing at Jacobs cancelled.
SATURDAY, December 30: No classes, See you all January 6. Patrick teaching.
http://tangosoul.com/modesto/
http://modestotango.googlepages.com/
Modesto Tango is a non-profit association of tango aficionados dedicated to sharing the artistic, cultural and social aspects of Argentine Tango in Stanislaus County. To discontinue receiving this bulletin go to http://groups.google.com/group/Modesto-Tango/subscribe
OUT OF TOWN: Some have expressed interest in these. To carpool call 522-1571
TUESDAY:
EMERYVILLE - Classes at Allegro Ballroom. Glenn Corteza fills in for Nora Dinzelbacher in December.
5855 Christie Avenue , Emeryville, California 94608
Beginning Class - 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. $12
Intermediate/Advanced 8:30 - 9:30 p.m. $12
Practica: 9:30 -10:30 p.m. $5 (free with class; another chance for floor time).
Beginning Class - 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. $12
Intermediate/Advanced 8:30 - 9:30 p.m. $12
Practica: 9:30 -10:30 p.m. $5 (free with class; another chance for floor time).
SACRAMENTO -
TUESDAY: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m., At Tango by the river, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento
Beginning Argentine Tango (Level I)
Intermediate Tango (Level II) 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.,
Intermediate Tango (Level II) 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.,
Intermediate/Advanced Tango (Level III) 8:30-9:30 p.m.,
Levels I & II teach fundamentals of Argentine tango. Level III focuses on dancing at the milongas, line of dance, floor craft, navigation, taking what you already know and making it fit the music AND the other dancers on the floor. Taught by studio owner Donna Williams & Zak Brown; Cost is $35 per person/$60 per couple for each series ($20 for students/$40 for student couples).
WEDNESDAY:
La Práctica for all levels with Mike & Alisa at Step One, 1920 T St. (at train tracks), 8:15 - 10:15 p.m., only $3 for all levels, beginners welcome. Another chance for needed floor time
THURSDAY:
Twenty-Something Tango At Tango by the river, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento, 6:30-7:45 p.m.
Classes are taught by Chris Peake & Emily Trites. Cost: College student
$25/session (with valid ID) Non college-student $35/session.
Then: Tango Práctica with Zak Brown - 8-10 p.m.
Zak hosts a guided Práctica with a Nuevo tango flair on Thursdays from
8 to 10 p.m. Cost is only $3! Parking is free on the streets after 8 p.m.
MILONGAS - 
Modesto's next milonga, January 20, 2007, at Jacobs, will feature Roberto Riobo as guest artist.
MILONGAS ELSEWHERE
FRESNO:
PLEASE RSVP
Four bedrooms are available for travelers who prefer to stay the night. Thanks to all who have already RSVP'd. Call with any questions or if you want details regarding staying over, Kathy and Guy / Fresno Tango Society
559-229-6430 katlou59@comcast.net
At Studio 65, 2965 N. Maroa Ave, north of Clinton & the tracks.
SACRAMENTO
( 2701 Del Paso Rd in Safeway Shopping Center Town Center -
Del Paso Rd exit from I-5 - East)
Del Paso Rd exit from I-5 - East)
Contact: Joanne Miyao (916) 215-1020 cell or Betsy Gordon (916) 601-8824 cell
Where: 922 8th Street, Sacramento
Time: 9 p.m. until people stop dancing (2 a.m., 3 a.m.?...)
Music: Tango (traditional and alternative) Cover: $5. The studio is on 8th Street, between I and J. The entrance is left of La Bonne Soupe Café. Go up the steep stairs and turn left, following the music. Refreshments will not be provided, but bring food, wine, beer. Parking on the street may be limited. Car pooling advised.
FAIR OAKS
1st and 3rd Sundays of every month - 6 - 9:30 p.m.
Next Milonga Mirabelle - January 7, 2007 - See you at Mirabelle's next year!
(at Munroe, diagonally across from Loehmann's Plaza) from 7:30 to 10 p.m, más o menos. Contact Ed Loomis, <mailto:TangoBear@pobox.com> TangoBear@pobox.com or 916-368-9451, for info.
SAN FRANCISCO:
SAN FRANCISCO:
Mariposa Argentine Tango Club at the Verdi Club <http://www.sfmariposaverdi.org/> www.sfmariposaverdi.org
2424 Mariposa St. at Potrero Ave, SF
Thu Dec 28, Jan 4, 11, 18, 25
7:15 to 8 p.m.. - Close Embrace Basics with Christy and Adolfo
8 to 8:45 p.m - Int/Adv Close Embrace
12/28 with Christy and special guest Darren Lees
8:45 p.m. - 12:30 am - Milonga hosted by Victor Meneses & Christy Coté
8:45 p.m. - 12:30 am - Milonga hosted by Victor Meneses & Christy Coté
with D.J. Emilo Flores
$15 class + Milonga /$14 Milonga only
UPCOMING TANGO TOURS TO BUENOS AIRES:
Nora's Tango Week 2006
Nora's Tango Week 2006 in San Francisco featuring Miriam and Hugo, Jorge Firpo, Nito and Elba (Elba was not available during performances), Fernanda and Guillermo, and Nora and Ed. This is a great example of modern Argentine Tango, and this is the best event to attend for enthusiasts and practitioners on the west coast.
Monday
Bulletin Dec.18
A number of us went to San Francisco last Friday to see Leading Ladies of Tango, a great performance featuring the who's who in tango on East and West coasts. If an opportunity arises to see it again,do so.
After class on Saturday, we celebrated Roman's birthday at the India Bistro, our old practica venue. A good time was had by all.
There are no classes for the next two weeks, but you can still get your tango fixes, in town on Monday and Thursday, and out of town as well.
Sue Levy invited us to her home to view the DVD "Tango Fatal" by Carlos Copello Saturday, (Dec. 23). This one-hour movie's flimsy story line offers an excuse for a lot of good dancing. Let's get together at noon and bring a pot luck offering. Call me for directions 522-1571, or email fred.herman@sbcglobal.net
1 A "Christmas milonga" this Thursday, Dec. 21 at Deva, 1202 J St., Modesto, CA 95354 (209)572-3382, This opportunity to dance in this popular downtown eatery is scheduled to coincide with "Art Walk Nights" each third Thursday, Even though "art walk" is cancelled this month for Christmas, we will launch this opportunity to dance downtown. Food and beverages will be available.
2. Roberto Riobo, dancer, historian and teacher, agreed to be guest artist at our next milonga at Jacobs on January 20. One of the Bay Area's most popular tango instructors, he began his teaching with the Dinzels in Buenos Aires. His knowledge of the history of tango is extensive and he is currently conducting a teacher's training program for tango instructors. Be sure to mark your calendars for January 20. More information will be forthcoming.
OUT OF TOWN: Some have expressed interest in these. To carpool call 522-1571
TUESDAY:
SACRAMENTO -
TUESDAY: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m., At Tango by the river, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento
WEDNESDAY:
THURSDAY:
Twenty-Something Tango At Tango by the river, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento, 6:30-7:45 p.m.
Classes are taught by Chris Peake & Emily Trites. Cost: College student
$25/session (with valid ID) Non college-student $35/session.
Then: Tango Práctica with Zak Brown - 8-10 p.m.
Zak hosts a guided Práctica with a Nuevo tango flare on Thursday nights from
SATURDAY, Dec. 23, 8:00 PM At Anne's house : 3129 D Street
SATURDAY, DEC. 30! - NEW YEAR'S EVE GALA at Tango by the River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento. Beginning tango lesson from 8 to 9 p.m. (doors open at 7:45), dance from 9 to midnight! Cost is $15 for lesson & dance; $10 for dance only; both include hors d'oeuvres & refreshments.
2nd SUNDAY / Time 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. - at Giovanni's Pizzeria Milonga
3rd Saturdays DOWNTOWN MILONGA
"MILONGA MIRABELLE" 7318 Winding Way, Fair Oaks, CA 95628 (just west of San Juan). Hosted by Mirabelle European Pastry Café. Mini Cover Charge: $5 for dancers (includes two tickets for drawings at 8 & 8:30 p.m.) This charge is to support our host, whether or not we eat and drink there. The Mirabelle will remain open for customers which will expose Argentine tango to a new area with the hope of promoting tango. Teachers are encouraged to put out their flyers.
Every THURSDAY evening at "Café La Boca" at 2600 Fair Oaks Boulevard 
Thursdays
New Year's Eve, Sunday, Dec. 31: 9 p.m. NEW YEAR'S MILONGA at Studio 65. Everyone is invited to attend a dessert party with champagne/sparkling cider at Studio 65 to ring in the new year. Along with loads of great tango music, there will be a swing or two, teach a line dance and, maybe one of our devoted tangueros will teach the 'chacarera'.
After class on Saturday, we celebrated Roman's birthday at the India Bistro, our old practica venue. A good time was had by all.
There are no classes for the next two weeks, but you can still get your tango fixes, in town on Monday and Thursday, and out of town as well.
Sue Levy invited us to her home to view the DVD "Tango Fatal" by Carlos Copello Saturday, (Dec. 23). This one-hour movie's flimsy story line offers an excuse for a lot of good dancing. Let's get together at noon and bring a pot luck offering. Call me for directions 522-1571, or email fred.herman@sbcglobal.net
Also in this bulletin.
- Our mini-Milonga/Practica at Deva's this Thursday.
- Roberto Riobo to be guest artist at our next milonga
- The Video of the Week offers a journey to the Buenos Aires underground tango culture.
underground tango culture, where the elusive soul of tango is to be found. Many thanks to Frankie for suggesting this one
OUR CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK
MONDAY (tonight) Dec. 18. Dinner and dancing at Jacobs Fine Dining, 2501 McHenry. A chance to work on moves learned in class and get floor time. No fee, but you are encouraged to order off the menu. We start at about 8 p.m. An informal gathering; some arrive early to dine. We may dance to 10 p.m. There will be no gathering at Jacobs on the next two Mondays, Christmas and New Years Days.
THURSDAY, Dec 21. "Christmas mini milonga" at Deva, 1202 J St., Modesto, (209)572-3382, Take this opportunity to dance in this popular downtown eatery . Food and beverages will be available.
SATURDAY, December 23: No classes, but a potluck gathering a Sue Levy's house to view Carlos Copello's movie, "Tango Fatal" For directions
Contact: Mary Menz (209) 522-1571 or E-MAIL: fred.herman@sbcglobal.net
For more information visit:
http://tangosoul.com/modesto/
http://modestotango.googlepages.com/
Modesto Tango is a non-profit association of tango aficionados dedicated to sharing the artistic, cultural and social aspects of Argentine Tango in Stanislaus County. To discontinue receiving this bulletin go to http://groups.google.com/group/Modesto-Tango/subscribe
OUT OF TOWN: Some have expressed interest in these. To carpool call 522-1571
TUESDAY:
EMERYVILLE - Classes at Allegro Ballroom. Glenn Corteza fills in for Nora Dinzelbacher in December.
5855 Christie Avenue , Emeryville, California 94608
Beginning Class - 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. $12
Intermediate/Advanced 8:30 - 9:30 p.m. $12
Practica: 9:30 -10:30 p.m. $5 (free with class; another chance for floor time).
Beginning Class - 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. $12
Intermediate/Advanced 8:30 - 9:30 p.m. $12
Practica: 9:30 -10:30 p.m. $5 (free with class; another chance for floor time).
SACRAMENTO -
TUESDAY: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m., At Tango by the river, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento
Beginning Argentine Tango (Level I)
Intermediate Tango (Level II) 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.,
Intermediate Tango (Level II) 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.,
Intermediate/Advanced Tango (Level III) 8:30-9:30 p.m.,
Levels I & II teach fundamentals of Argentine tango. Level III focuses on dancing at the milongas, line of dance, floor craft, navigation, taking what you already know and making it fit the music AND the other dancers on the floor. Taught by studio owner Donna Williams & Zak Brown; Cost is $35 per person/$60 per couple for each series ($20 for students/$40 for student couples).
WEDNESDAY:
La Práctica for all levels with Mike & Alisa at Step One, 1920 T St. (at train tracks), 8:15 - 10:15 p.m., only $3 for all levels, beginners welcome. Another chance for needed floor time
THURSDAY:
Twenty-Something Tango At Tango by the river, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento, 6:30-7:45 p.m.
Classes are taught by Chris Peake & Emily Trites. Cost: College student
$25/session (with valid ID) Non college-student $35/session.
Then: Tango Práctica with Zak Brown - 8-10 p.m.
Zak hosts a guided Práctica with a Nuevo tango flare on Thursday nights from
8:00-10:00 p.m. Cost is only $3! Parking is free on the streets after 8 p.m.!
MILONGAS - 
Modesto's next milonga will be January 20, 2007 at Jacobs, featuring Roberto Riobo as guest artist.
MILONGAS ELSEWHERE
MILONGAS ELSEWHERE
SACRAMENTO
Please bring something delicious to eat, favorite music if you'd like, and your
smiling faces and dancing feet! Please RSVP by email or phone 447-2976.
( 2701 Del Paso Rd in Safeway Shopping Center Town Center -
Del Paso Rd exit from I-5 - East)
Del Paso Rd exit from I-5 - East)
Contact: Joanne Miyao (916) 215-1020 cell or Betsy Gordon (916) 601-8824 cell
Where: 922 8th Street, Sacramento
Time: 9 p.m. until people stop dancing (2 a.m., 3 a.m.?...)
Music: Tango (both traditional and alternative) Cover: $5. The studio is on 8th Street, between I and J. The entrance is left of La Bonne Soupe Café. Go up the steep stairs and turn left, following the music. Refreshments will not be provided, but feel free to bring food, wine, beer. Parking on the street may be limited. I advise car pooling.
FAIR OAKS
1st and 3rd Sundays of every month - 6 - 9:30 p.m.
(at Munroe, diagonally across from Loehmann's Plaza) from 7:30 to 10 p.m, más o menos. Contact Ed Loomis, <mailto:TangoBear@pobox.com> TangoBear@pobox.com or 916-368-9451, for info.
SAN FRANCISCO:
SAN FRANCISCO:
Mariposa Argentine Tango Club at the Verdi Club <http://www.sfmariposaverdi.org/> www.sfmariposaverdi.org
2424 Mariposa St. at Potrero Ave, SF
7:15-8 p.m. - Close Embrace Basics 8-8:45 p.m. - Int/Adv Close Embrace
8:45 p.m. - 12:30 a.m. - Milonga hosted by Victor Meneses & Christy Coté with D.J. Emilo Flores
8:45 p.m. - 12:30 a.m. - Milonga hosted by Victor Meneses & Christy Coté with D.J. Emilo Flores
$15 class & Milonga/$14 Milonga only.
FRESNO:
PLEASE RSVP
Four bedrooms are available for travelers who prefer to stay the night. Thanks to all who have already RSVPd. Call with any questions or if you want details regarding staying over, Kathy and Guy / Fresno Tango Society
559-229-6430 katlou59@comcast.net
At Studio 65, 2965 N. Maroa Ave, north of Clinton & the tracks.
UPCOMING TANGO TOURS TO BUENOS AIRES:
Gato & Andrea offer a 14-day tour accompanied package.
• March 30th to April 14th 2007.
If interested please check our webpage soon! There are already 8 people registered.
To reserve your place at the promotional price make a deposit of $300 before December 31st.
Subtango, The Spirit of Tango
A journey to the Buenos Aires underground tango culture, where the elusive soul of tango is to be found…
Even after a century of history, after enshrinement as the national music, after rampant commercialization and packaging for export, the tango still speaks to the Argentine soul. Subtango shows how tango music, dance, art and poetry are an essential part of the emotional expression of regular people, featuring the gamblers, ramblers and barroom prophets of the Buenos Aires night, playing weather-beaten accordions and singing old tangos of heartbreak and resentment. Through interviews with the citizens of this subterranean world, the film expands on the tango’s lugubrious aesthetic, the origins of its melodramatic lyrics in the laments of alienated immigrants, the sensuality and profound communication of its dance. The film explores the faded old bars where the nightcrawlers of Buenos Aires come to dance and drink amidst the peeling paint and thick clouds of smoke. Subtango is a portrait of that world of tango that lies closest to the true meaning of what tango is in Argentina
Bulletin Dec.11
On Dec. 16 Roman will end the year with a special gift, accompanied in the regular intermediate and beginning classes and a handful of privates by his dance partner, Sherry Berjeron-Oliver. A master Alexander Technique teacher with 30 years of experience, she will assist Roman at no extra cost to us.
1. Since 1977, when Argentina declared Dec. 11 the national day of the Tango, Argentina and the world celebrate National Tango Day every Dec.11 the date of two historical births: Carlos Gardel, born Dec. 11, 1890, and Julio De Caro, born Dec. 11, 1899. Let's observe the occasion at tonight's practica by featuring music played by De Caro as well as danceable renditions of Carlos Gardel compositions.
2. Mini-Milonga/Practica at Deva, 1202 J St., Modesto, CA 95354 (209)572-3382, on "Art Walk Nights" - each third Thursday beginning in December - Mark your calendars for Dec. 21. Consider it a "Christmas milonga."
3. Jennifer Bratt has an excellent tutorial on embellishments. The Video of the Week shows the Basic Tap, in back ochos and walking forward and back.
OUT OF TOWN: Some have expressed interest in these. To carpool call 522-1571
TUESDAY:
Ed Loomis & Rebeca Basave teach an intermediate/advanced level "Continuing Tango" class at Step One, 1920 T Street, from 8 to 9:30 p.m.
WEDNESDAY:
THURSDAY:
Twenty-Something Tango At Tango by the river, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento, 6:30-7:45 p.m.
Classes are taught by Chris Peake & Emily Trites. Cost: College student
$25/session (with valid ID) Non college-student $35/session.
Then: Tango Práctica with Zak Brown - 8-10 p.m.
Zak hosts a guided Práctica with a Nuevo tango flare on Thursday nights from
2nd SUNDAY / Time 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. - at Giovanni's Pizzeria Milonga 
SATURDAY, DEC. 30! - NEW YEAR'S EVE GALA at Tango by the River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento. Beginning tango lesson from 8 to 9 p.m. (doors open at 7:45), dance from 9 to midnight! Cost is $15 for lesson & dance; $10 for dance only; both include hors d'oeuvres & refreshments. 
"MILONGA MIRABELLE" 7318 Winding Way, Fair Oaks, CA 95628 (just west of San Juan). Hosted by Mirabelle European Pastry Café. Mini Cover Charge: $5 for dancers (includes two tickets for drawings at 8 & 8:30 p.m.) This charge is to support our host, whether or not we eat and drink there. The Mirabelle will remain open for customers which will expose Argentine tango to a new area with the hope of promoting tango. Teachers are encouraged to put out their flyers.
Every THURSDAY evening at "Café La Boca" at 2600 Fair Oaks Boulevard 
Thursdays
New Year's Eve, Sunday, Dec. 31: 9 p.m. NEW YEAR'S MILONGA at Studio 65. All invited (and bring friends) to a dessert party with champagne/sparkling cider at Studio 65 to ring in 2007. Along with loads of great tango music, we will play a swing or two, teach a line dance and, maybe some devoted tanguero will volunteer to teach the 'chacarera'. PLEASE RSVP. Fresno tangueros may offer a bedroom for Modesto friends who prefer to stay.
Many Tango teachers emphasize the importance of good posture but lack the skills and principles to teach this. Alexander Technique is a refined and sophisticated method to get you there, unique and powerfully effective. You will experience lightness and poise in movement, plus enhanced co-coordination and appearance. The Alexander Technique is taught at the most prestigious performing art schools and universities through out the world.
You can read more on Sherry's website www.alexanderatwork.com
Join us for this new experience Questions? Roman: rzapata@comcast.net
Also in this bulletin.1. Dec. 11, National Tango Day2. A new mini-Milonga/Practica at Deva3. Video of the Week shows Jennifer Bratt with an excellent tutorial on embellishments.
OUR CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK
MONDAY (tonight) Dec. 11 & 18. Dinner and dancing at Jacobs Fine Dining, 2501 McHenry. A chance to work on moves learned in class and get floor time. No fee, but you are encouraged to order off the menu. We start at about 8 p.m. An informal gathering; some arrive early to dine. We may dance to 10 p.m.
SATURDAY, December 16: Last class this year with Roman, accompanied by his partner Sherry Bergeron-Oliver, at Modesto Fitness and Racquet Club, 200 Norwegian, off McHenry. 11 a.m. Intermediate, 12:30 beginning level. Intermediates are encouraged to stay for the beginner class at no additional fee to work on technique and assist beginners. $12 a class per person.
Contact: Mary Menz (209) 522-1571
E-MAIL: fred.herman@sbcglobal.net
For more information visit:
http://tangosoul.com/modesto/
http://modestotango.googlepages.com/
Modesto Tango is a non-profit association of tango aficionados dedicated to sharing the artistic, cultural and social aspects of Argentine Tango in Stanislaus County. To discontinue receiving this bulletin go to http://groups.google.com/group/Modesto-Tango/subscribe
OUT OF TOWN: Some have expressed interest in these. To carpool call 522-1571
TUESDAY:
EMERYVILLE - Classes at Allegro Ballroom. Glenn Corteza fills in for Nora Dinzelbacher in December.
5855 Christie Avenue , Emeryville, California 94608
Beginning Class - 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. $12
Intermediate/Advanced 8:30 - 9:30 p.m. $12
Practica: 9:30 -10:30 p.m. $5 (free with class; another chance for floor time).
SACRAMENTO -
TUESDAY: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m., At Tango by the river, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento
Beginning Class - 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. $12
Intermediate/Advanced 8:30 - 9:30 p.m. $12
Practica: 9:30 -10:30 p.m. $5 (free with class; another chance for floor time).
SACRAMENTO -
TUESDAY: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m., At Tango by the river, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento
Beginning Argentine Tango (Level I)
Intermediate Tango (Level II) 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.,
Intermediate Tango (Level II) 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.,
Intermediate/Advanced Tango (Level III) 8:30-9:30 p.m.,
Levels I & II teach fundamentals of Argentine tango. Level III focuses on dancing at the milongas, line of dance, floor craft, navigation, taking what you already know and making it fit the music AND the other dancers on the floor. Taught by studio owner Donna Williams & Zak Brown; Cost is $35 per person/$60 per couple for each series ($20 for students/$40 for student couples).
Ed Loomis & Rebeca Basave teach an intermediate/advanced level "Continuing Tango" class at Step One, 1920 T Street, from 8 to 9:30 p.m.
WEDNESDAY:
La Práctica for all levels with Mike & Alisa at Step One, 1920 T St. (at train tracks), 8:15 - 10:15 p.m., only $3 for all levels, beginners welcome. Another chance for needed floor time
THURSDAY:
Twenty-Something Tango At Tango by the river, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento, 6:30-7:45 p.m.
Classes are taught by Chris Peake & Emily Trites. Cost: College student
$25/session (with valid ID) Non college-student $35/session.
Then: Tango Práctica with Zak Brown - 8-10 p.m.
Zak hosts a guided Práctica with a Nuevo tango flare on Thursday nights from
8:00-10:00 p.m. Cost is only $3! Parking is free on the streets after 8 p.m.!!
MILONGAS - 
Modesto's next milonga will be January 20, 2007 at Jacobs.
MILONGAS ELSEWHERE
MILONGAS ELSEWHERE
SACRAMENTO
( 2701 Del Paso Rd in Safeway Shopping Center Town Center -
Del Paso Rd exit from I-5 - East)
Del Paso Rd exit from I-5 - East)
Contact: Joanne Miyao (916) 215-1020 cell or Betsy Gordon (916) 601-8824 cell
FAIR OAKS
1st and 3rd Sundays of every month - 6 - 9:30 p.m.
1st and 3rd Sundays of every month - 6 - 9:30 p.m.
(at Munroe, diagonally across from Loehmann's Plaza) from 7:30 to 10 p.m, más o menos. Contact Ed Loomis, <mailto:TangoBear@pobox.com> TangoBear@pobox.com or 916-368-9451, for info.
SAN FRANCISCO:
SAN FRANCISCO:
Mariposa Argentine Tango Club at the Verdi Club <http://www.sfmariposaverdi.org/> www.sfmariposaverdi.org
2424 Mariposa St. at Potrero Ave, SF
7:15-8 p.m. - Close Embrace Basics 8-8:45 p.m. - Int/Adv Close Embrace
8:45 p.m. - 12:30 a.m. - Milonga hosted by Victor Meneses & Christy Coté with D.J. Emilo Flores
8:45 p.m. - 12:30 a.m. - Milonga hosted by Victor Meneses & Christy Coté with D.J. Emilo Flores
$15 class & Milonga/$14 Milonga only.
FRESNO:
ALL EVENTS AT Studio 65, 2965 N. Maroa Ave, north of Clinton & the tracks.
UPCOMING TANGO TOURS TO BUENOS AIRES:
Gato & Andrea offer a 14-day tour accompanied package.
For details & registration, please visit: www.bairestangotour.com.ar
(415) 425 0515 Thank you! Andrea & Gato
Sunday
Basic Tap - JenniferBratt
This video illustrates tapping on the '3' or the upbeat (halfway through the beat). Count '1-2-3-4' for each beat. ('1' being the downbeat, '3' being the upbeat or exact middle, and '2' and '4' being the places inbetween or the quarter beats). It is not a synchopated embellishment, as it happens on an even division of the beat.
This tap is demonstrated during back ochos, as well as walking forward and back. Keep in mind that this embellishment can be done during any step with the 'slow' rhythm (stepping just on the downbeat or '1').
Tuesday
Bulletin Dec.4
Roman resumed classes Saturday and will finish out the year. We will meet for classes Dec. 9 & 16, then break for the holidays. Roman is available for private lessons and has openings Saturday, Dec. 9 at 9:30 and Sunday morning (Dec. 10). To reach him: rzapata@comcast.net. or (916) 425-2395.
Tango icon Orlando Paiva died last week of a respiratory illness. He established a standard for excellence in Salon tango. He was recently seen in a cameo in Robert Duvall's "Assassination Tango" movie.
Renowned, loved and respected, he. died in Rosario, Argentina. Paiva taught the salon style of Argentine tango in his birthplace, the United States, Chile and Japan for more than 45 years, creating at least 160 exclusive figures. His intensely personal style, his impeccable footwork, the sweetness and sensitivity he brought to his partner and the dance itself are legendary.
2. Mini-Milonga/Practica at Deva, 1202 J St., Modesto, CA 95354 (209)572-3382, on "Art Walk Nights" - the third Thursday of each month. We begin in December - Mark your calendars for Dec. 21, and consider it a "Christmas milonga."
3. Modesto Tangueros went to the Golden Gate Milonga in San Francisco last Saturday. In the Video of the Week Glenn Corteza, tanguero, instructor and host of that milonga, talks about his passion for dancing Argentine Tango in San Francisco.
OUT OF TOWN: Some have expressed interest in these. To carpool call 522-1571
TUESDAY:
EMERYVILLE - Classes with Nora Dinzelbacher. Allegro Ballroom
THURSDAY:
Twenty-Something Tango At Tango by the river, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento, 6:30-7:45 p.m.
Classes are taught by Chris Peake & Emily Trites. Cost: College student
$25/session (with valid ID) Non college-student $35/session.
Then: Tango Práctica with Zak Brown - 8-10 p.m.
Zak hosts a guided Práctica with a Nuevo tango flare on Thursday nights from 
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9 - at Tango by the River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento. Beginning tango lesson from 8 to 9 p.m. (doors open at 7:45), dance from 9 to midnight! Cost is $15 for lesson &amp;amp;amp; dance; $10 for dance only. Both include hors d'oeuvres, refreshments, and performance.
2nd SUNDAY / Time 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. - at Giovanni's Pizzeria Milonga
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 30! - NEW YEAR'S EVE GALA at Tango by the River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento. Beginning tango lesson from 8 to 9 p.m. (doors open at 7:45), dance from 9 to midnight! Cost is $15 for lesson & dance; $10 for dance only; both include hors d'oeuvres & refreshments. 
"MILONGA MIRABELLE" 7318 Winding Way, Fair Oaks, CA 95628 (just west of San Juan). Hosted by Mirabelle European Pastry Café. Mini Cover Charge: $5 for dancers (includes two tickets for drawings at 8 & 8:30 p.m.) This charge is to support our host, whether or not we eat and drink there. The Mirabelle will remain open for customers which will expose Argentine tango to a new area with the hope of promoting tango. Teachers are encouraged to put out their flyers.
-Every THURSDAY evening at "Café La Boca" at 2600 Fair Oaks Boulevard
(at Munroe, diagonally across from Loehmann's Plaza) from 7:30 to 10 p.m, más o menos. Contact Ed Loomis, <mailto:TangoBear@pobox.com> TangoBear@pobox.com or 916-368-9451, for info.
SAN FRANCISCO: 
Thursdays
New Year's Eve, Sunday, Dec. 31: 9 p.m. Fresno plans a New Year's Eve Milonga! All are invited (and bring friends) to a dessert party with champagne/sparkling cider at Studio 65 to ring in the new year. Along with loads of great tango music, there will be a swing or two, a line dance and maybe a devoted tangueros will teach the 'chacarera' plus....see what other ideas come to mind.
UPCOMING TANGO TOURS TO BUENOS AIRES:
FROM El Gato & Andrea: Dear Tangueros, If you think of investing in a trip to Buenos Aires , don't miss this great opportunity to travel to the Mecca of Tango with two professional Argentinean dancers and masters, Gato Valdez and Andrea Monti. They will guide you to the best local places during the 14 tour days and will accompany you at all times!
Also in this bulletin.1. Memorial To Orlando Paiva2. A new mini-Milonga/Practica at Deva3. Video of the Week featuring Glenn Corteza, host of the Golden Gate Milonga, talking about his passion for Argentine Tango.
1. Orlando Paiva / Dec. 1, 1935- Nov. 28, 2006
Tango icon Orlando Paiva died last week of a respiratory illness. He established a standard for excellence in Salon tango. He was recently seen in a cameo in Robert Duvall's "Assassination Tango" movie.Renowned, loved and respected, he. died in Rosario, Argentina. Paiva taught the salon style of Argentine tango in his birthplace, the United States, Chile and Japan for more than 45 years, creating at least 160 exclusive figures. His intensely personal style, his impeccable footwork, the sweetness and sensitivity he brought to his partner and the dance itself are legendary.
A dancer's dancer, Paiva has been called one of the best of 
his generation by Nito Garcia and by Juan Carlos Copes. He performed with Osvaldo Pugliese's and Miguel Calo's orchestra, and with singers like Edmundo Rivero, Tita Merelo and Julio Sosa.
his generation by Nito Garcia and by Juan Carlos Copes. He performed with Osvaldo Pugliese's and Miguel Calo's orchestra, and with singers like Edmundo Rivero, Tita Merelo and Julio Sosa.Having emigrated to the United States in the early 70s, he was one of the first to teach salon-style Argentine tango in the U.S. Paiva gave the San Francisco and Los Angeles tango community its founding spirit. On November 14th the government of Rosario put a plaque with his name in the corner of the streets Ovidio Lagos & Guemes. Since that moment that corner is named "Orlando Paiva Corner." Later he was declared as "Distinctive Artist" of the city, celebrated by the entire Tango community.
Condolences to his son, Orlando Paiva Jr. who has conducted Modesto workshops and now lives in Los Angeles, He is now charged with carrying on the legacy of elegance and precision.
OUR CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK
MONDAY (tonight) Dec. 4. & 11. Dinner and dancing at Jacobs Fine Dining, 2501 McHenry. A chance to work on moves learned in class and get floor time. No fee, but you are encouraged to order off the menu. We start at about 8 p.m. An informal gathering; some arrive early to dine. We may dance to 10 p.m.
SATURDAY, December 9: Classes with Roman at Modesto Fitness and Racquet Club, 200 Norwegian, off McHenry. 11 a.m. Intermediate, 12:30 beginning level. Intermediates are encouraged to stay for the beginner class at no additional fee to work on technique and assist beginners. $12 a class per person.
Contact: Mary Menz (209) 522-1571
E-MAIL: fred.herman@sbcglobal.net
For more information visit:
http://tangosoul.com/modesto/
http://modestotango.googlepages.com/
Modesto Tango is a non-profit association of tango aficionados dedicated to sharing the artistic, cultural and social aspects of Argentine Tango in Stanislaus County. To discontinue receiving this bulletin go to http://groups.google.com/group/Modesto-Tango/subscribe
OUT OF TOWN: Some have expressed interest in these. To carpool call 522-1571
TUESDAY:
EMERYVILLE - Classes with Nora Dinzelbacher. Allegro Ballroom
5855 Christie Avenue , Emeryville, California 94608
Beginning Class - 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. $12
Intermediate/Advanced 8:30 - 9:30 p.m. $12
Practica: 9:30 -10:30 p.m. $5 (free with class; another chance for floor time).
SACRAMENTO -
TUESDAY: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m., At Tango by the river, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento
Beginning Class - 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. $12
Intermediate/Advanced 8:30 - 9:30 p.m. $12
Practica: 9:30 -10:30 p.m. $5 (free with class; another chance for floor time).
SACRAMENTO -
TUESDAY: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m., At Tango by the river, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento
Beginning Argentine Tango (Level I)
Intermediate Tango (Level II) 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.,
Intermediate/Advanced Tango (Level III) 8:30-9:30 p.m.,
Intermediate Tango (Level II) 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.,
Intermediate/Advanced Tango (Level III) 8:30-9:30 p.m.,
Levels I & II teach you the fundamentals of Argentine tango. Level III will focus on dancing at the milongas, line of dance , floor craft, navigation, taking what you already know and making it fit the music AND the other dancers on the floor.
classes taught by studio owner Donna Williams &amp;amp;amp; Zak Brown; Cost is $35 per person/$60 per couple for each series ($20 for students/$40 for student couples).
Ed Loomis & Rebeca Basave teach an intermediate/advanced level "Continuing Tango" class at Step One, 1920 T Street, from 8 to 9:30 p.m.
WEDNESDAY:
Ed Loomis & Rebeca Basave teach an intermediate/advanced level "Continuing Tango" class at Step One, 1920 T Street, from 8 to 9:30 p.m.
WEDNESDAY:
La Práctica for all levels with Mike & Alisa at Step One, 1920 T St. (at train tracks), 8:15 - 10:15 p.m., only $3 for all levels, beginners welcome. Another chance for needed floor time
THURSDAY:
Twenty-Something Tango At Tango by the river, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento, 6:30-7:45 p.m.
Classes are taught by Chris Peake & Emily Trites. Cost: College student
$25/session (with valid ID) Non college-student $35/session.
Then: Tango Práctica with Zak Brown - 8-10 p.m.
Zak hosts a guided Práctica with a Nuevo tango flare on Thursday nights from
8:00-10:00 p.m. Cost is only $3!!!
Remember, parking is free on the streets after 8 p.m.!!
MILONGAS - 
Modesto's next milonga will be January 20, 2007 at Jacobs.
MILONGAS ELSEWHERE
MILONGAS ELSEWHERE
SACRAMENTO
( 2701 Del Paso Rd in Safeway Shopping Center Town Center -
Del Paso Rd exit from I-5 - East)
Del Paso Rd exit from I-5 - East)
Contact: Joanne Miyao (916) 215-1020 cell or Betsy Gordon (916) 601-8824 cell
FAIR OAKS
1st and 3rd Sundays of every month - 6 - 9:30 p.m.
1st and 3rd Sundays of every month - 6 - 9:30 p.m.
(at Munroe, diagonally across from Loehmann's Plaza) from 7:30 to 10 p.m, más o menos. Contact Ed Loomis, <mailto:TangoBear@pobox.com> TangoBear@pobox.com or 916-368-9451, for info.
SAN FRANCISCO:
Mariposa Argentine Tango Club at the Verdi Club <http://www.sfmariposaverdi.org/> www.sfmariposaverdi.org
2424 Mariposa St. at Potrero Ave, SF
2424 Mariposa St. at Potrero Ave, SF
7:15-8 p.m. - Close Embrace Basics 8-8:45 p.m. - Int/Adv Close Embrace
8:45 p.m. - 12:30 a.m. - Milonga hosted by Victor Meneses & Christy Coté with D.J. Emilo Flores
8:45 p.m. - 12:30 a.m. - Milonga hosted by Victor Meneses & Christy Coté with D.J. Emilo Flores
$15 class & Milonga/$14 Milonga only.
FRESNO:
PLEASE RSVP
1. Attend?
2. They might offer a bedroom for Modesto friends who prefer to stay.
ALL EVENTS AT Studio 65, 2965 N. Maroa Ave, north of Clinton & the RR tracks.
UPCOMING TANGO TOURS TO BUENOS AIRES:
FROM El Gato & Andrea: Dear Tangueros, If you think of investing in a trip to Buenos Aires , don't miss this great opportunity to travel to the Mecca of Tango with two professional Argentinean dancers and masters, Gato Valdez and Andrea Monti. They will guide you to the best local places during the 14 tour days and will accompany you at all times!
The package includes:
* Airport pick up and drop off in Buenos Aires
* Airport pick up and drop off in Buenos Aires
* 13 nights, 14 days at a four-star hotel with breakfast
* Welcome dinner
* Tango City Tour (Historic circuit, La Boca, San Telmo, Retiro, Recoleta Cemetery, Centro Cultural Recoleta, Palermo parks and Palermo neighborhood, Mataderos Fair)
* 8 tango classes with excellent teachers (one and a half hours each)
* Colón Theatre visit
* Café Tortoni visit
* Tango City Tour (Historic circuit, La Boca, San Telmo, Retiro, Recoleta Cemetery, Centro Cultural Recoleta, Palermo parks and Palermo neighborhood, Mataderos Fair)
* 8 tango classes with excellent teachers (one and a half hours each)
* Colón Theatre visit
* Café Tortoni visit
* A day in the country with"asado," " gauchos show," horse riding, music and more!
* 12 milonga nights (entrance tickets included)
* Tango Dinner Show at one of the best dinner theatres in Buenos Aires
*Guided shopping day
* Farewell dinner
* Tango Dinner Show at one of the best dinner theatres in Buenos Aires
*Guided shopping day
* Farewell dinner
For more information, details & registration, please visit our trip website
www.bairestangotour.com.ar
montitango@hotmail.com / andretodotango@yahoo.com.ar
(415) 425 0515 Thank you! Andrea & Gato
Until Later
Mary Menz
(209) 522-1571
fred.herman@sbcglobal.net
http://tangosoul.com/modesto/
http://modestotango.googlepages.com/
Saturday
San Francisco Tango Life
Glenn Corteza a tango dancer and instructor talks about his passion for dancing Argentine Tango in San Francisco.
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