What's New

Friday

Dinner and Dancing with Oscar and Georgina

Argentine Tango

Social Dance
(Milonga)

Featuring tango masters from
Buenos Aires

Oscar

Mandagaran

&

Georgina

Vargas


Oscar
was introduced to this area with the touring company of "Forever Tango". You can also see him in Carlos Saura's movie "Tango"
Georgina was trained as a classical and contemporary dancer. She performs tango in Buenos Aires, Europe and Asia. She is also well known in Buenos Aires for her tango vocals.
See their Website for more information: TangoBuenosAires


8:00 p.m. - Oscar and Georgina will teach an introductory class. This is a great opportunity to learn the basics of tango and to meet your fellow dancers.
9:00 p.m. - Midnight - Open dancing. The dance music will include recordings of Georgina's tango vocals.
10:15 p.m. - a performance by Oscar and Georgina. 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







Thursday

Gato & Andrea Workshop 6

Hugo 'Gato' Valdez and Andrea Monti demonstrating the concepts covered in the sixth workshop in their 2007 June-July series in Modesto.

Monday

Bulletin July 16, 2007

Peter will finish his rotation Saturday with intermediate milonga traspie work. The beginners are getting a dose of history with their basics. Our Video of the Week features Peter and Jerry Sue in a milonga at the end of the class last Saturday.

Tuesday workshops with Gato & Andrea have been well attended, and when they end in July, Oscar & Georgina do two Wednesday/Thursday workshops in a row
ALSO IN THIS BULLETIN

1. Remaining workshop schedule with Gato and Andrea.

2. Workshop schedule for Oscar & Georgina.

*********************************************************
1. Gato and Andrea's workshops continue on Tuesdays with three to go at the Modesto Fitness & Racquet Club, 200 Norwegian Ave., Modesto: The cost is:
1 or 2 workshops $30 each per person
3 or 4 workshops $27 each per person
5 or 6 workshops $25 each per person
7 or 8 workshops $22 each per person
All classes: 8 to 9:30 p.m, Modesto Fitness & Racquet Club: 200 Norwegian Ave. Modesto, Ca

Class 5: July 10: (Last Tuesday) Low and high voleos; Sacadas;
Class 6: July 17: (This Tuesday) Molinetes and lapiz. Balance and change of weight. Pivot. Turns with lapiz and turn figures.
Class 7: July 24 : back and forward pivots. Balance; axis. Barridas for the men.
Class 8: July 31: Ganchos technique. Excercises. Simple ganchos and barridas.
contact: Mary, 522-1571 or e-mail: modestotango@gmail.net

2. Workshops with Oscar Mandagaran of "Forever Tango" & Carlos Saura's movie "Tango" and Georgina Vargas, dancer & recording artist. Oscar Mandagaran of Argentina, who danced in the Broadway production of "Forever Tango" and "Malambo" and in the Carlos Saura movie "Tango," is among the most charismatic, elegant and sought-after teachers in the tango world, He now considers himself a dance teacher first - has taught throughout Argentina Europe and Japan - but his performance continues to be a "must see" in Buenos Aires as well as the rest of the world, He danced in the company of "Señor Tango" in Buenos Aires every night for 20 months. and won the sub-champion cup at "Festival Nacional de Malambo" an Argentine folk dance in 1989.
Georgina Vargas, noted singer/dancer in her own right, debuted as a ballerina and has participated in tango festivals in Europe and Japan. She began as a professional tango dancer in Rome under auspices of the Argentine and Uruguayan embassies, and has performed and taught in Buenos Aires. Her CD, "Por Aquellos Tango." will be available for purchase at our milonga on July 27.

The classes will be Wednesday & Thursday, August 1 & 2, 8 & 9
1. Wed, Aug 1: The body dialogue.
The communication, feel, movements, musicality and what a dancer needs for a great tango. Emphasis on the embrace, open and close.
2. Thursday, Aug 2 : Milonga, Traspie and Lisa.
This playful dance soon becomes a favorite for every tanguero. Learn how to work with the rhythms.
3.Wed. Aug. 8 : Density and elasticity.
Work on the quality of movement with orchestras like Di Sarli and Pugliese.
The most romantic tango style with a step using elements embraced in the class.
4. Thursday, Aug. 9 : Vals.
Oscar has a feel for the rhythm of the waltz. You can find waltzes in most cultures, but Argentine waltzes (vals) are among the most melodic and danceable.

Prices: $35 per person 1 workshop, $65 for two classes
$90 for 3 classes, $110 per person for all four classes Classes at the Modesto Racquet and Fitness Club
200 Norwegian Avenue 8 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Contact Mary at Modesto Tango: 522-1571,
Private lessons available: Single or couple $100 plus $10 floor fee


MONDAY - Tonight (July 16 & 23) Practica at Jacobs, 2501 McHenry. This is a chance to work on moves learned in class and get needed floor time. No fee, but you are urged to order off the menu. We start about 8 p.m. and may go until 10 p.m.
An informal meeting; some come early to dine.

TUESDAY - (July 17) Classes with Gato & Andrea at Modesto Fitness & Racquet Club, 200 Norwegian. Focus on boleos and sacadas.

SATURDAY
July 21: Classes at Modesto Fitness and Racquet Club. 200 Norwegian, off McHenry. Peter focuses on milonga rhythms and technique again at the intermediate level
11 a.m. Intermediate -
12:30 - beginning level. Intermediates encouraged to stay for the beginner class at no additional fee. Take this opportunity to perfect your technique.
$12 a class per person. Introductory packages available for newcomers which offer nine beginner level classes for $75 (can only be used as the beginner level.)

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.

SACRAMENTO:

Tuesday
At Tango by the River, 128 J Street Old Sacramento
Level I - Beginning Tango - Tuesdays 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Level II - Intermediate Tango - Tuesdays 7:30-8:30 p.m.
Level III - Intermediate/Advanced Tango - Tuesdays 8:30-9:30 p.m.
Classes taught by Donna Williams, studio owner/instructor, and Zak Brown, instructor. Cost is $50 per person/$90 per couple for each series.

Wednesday
At Tango by the River, 128 J Street Old Sacramento
Tango Technique Class
Andrea Monti will teach the Wednesday Tango Technique II classes for July. These are for tango dancers with at least 18 months of experience. Classes run from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on four Wedesdays (July 11, 18, 25, and August 1).

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.

Thursday
Twenty-Something Tango At Tango by the river, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento,
6:30 - 7:30 p.m: Beginning Argentine Tango
7:30 - 8:30 p.m: Continuing ArgentineTango
8:30 - 10:30 p.m: Practica ; Dance to classic as well as neo tango music.
Cost: College student $25/session (with valid ID) Non college-student $35/session. Practica only: $3
MILONGAS
Our next will be Friday, July 27, with Oscar Mandagaran, star of Forever Tango, and Georgina Vargas, tango recording artist. Mark your calendars.

MILONGAS ELSEWHERE:

@>---- FRESNO Next Milonga is scheduled for Friday July 20 at 8 p.m,
$10 includes beverages. Studio 65, 2965 N. Maroa


SACRAMENTO
@>---- SATURDAY, JULY 28! At Tango by the River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento. TANGO WITH SPECIAL GUESTS OSCAR MANDAGARAN and GEORGINA VARGAS! Beginning lesson by Oscar & Georgina from 8 to 9 p.m. (doors open at 7:45), dance 9 to midnight! At 10 p.m. or so, Oscar and Georgina will perform their stunning tango! $15 includes lesson, dance, hors d'oeuvres & refreshments.

@>---- FRESNO Next Milonga is scheduled for Friday July 20 at 8 p.m,
$10 includes beverages. Studio 65, 2965 N. Maroa

SAN FRANCISCO
@>---- Thursdays (July 12 and July 19), Once again, the Verdi open for tango!
2424 Mariposa St. at Potrero Ave, SF
Diego and Negracha will host classes before the milonga.
Class Schedule : Beginners - 7:15 PM - 8:00 PM
Intermediate/Advanced - 8:00 PM - 8:45 PM
Milonga begins at 9 PM.
$15 class & Milonga/$13 Milonga only.
$15 class &amp; Milonga/$13 Milonga only;




Gato & Andrea * AUGUST 11th TO 26th, 2007
Until July 25th, 2007: U$D 1500 (Does not include airfare)
Make a deposit of U$D 400 in any of the above cases.

From Michael Taillant in Sacramento:
Leaves from San Francisco Fri. Nov. 30th and returns Sunday Dec. 16th.
Information with Michael Taillant tangobravo2k@yahoo.com 1-707-628-2601

From Romina & Marcelo:
September 27 to October 8
Price now is $1,990. This includes air fare from San Francisco, hotel (double occupancy), 24 hours assistance, In addition to Buenos Aires, we can also arrange visits to any other destinations in Argentina. 925.299.6945 tango@rominamarcelo.com http://www.rominamarcelo.com/tango_tours.html

From Patricia Thatcher In Sacramento
Johana Copes is organizing the www.bailemostango.com Festival
10 night package including Festival & lodging:
from $2,197 per person with airfare from SFO
November 24 to December 5, 2007 -
The festival lasts seven days so this gives you a few extra days to enjoy the city!

Sunday

Peter & Jerry Sue at MTA 2007-07-04

Peter and Jerry Sue demonstrate milonga concepts presented during their three lesson series at Modesto Tango Argentino.

Thursday

Gato & Andrea Workshop 5

A brief summary of the fifth workshop of the June-July 2007 Workshops in Modesto CA

Monday

Bulletin July 9, 2007

Tango Week 2007 has come and gone. Modesto was represented at the classes and milongas during both weekend and week. Chances to study with all the masters in one place are few - but the rest of our summer will give opportunities to do that. Workshops with Gato & Andrea resume Tuesday, and when the Tuesday workshops end in July, Oscar & Georgina join us for two Wednesdays & Thursdays in a row.

ALSO IN THIS BULLETIN

1. Gato & Andrea remaining Workshop schedule.
Our Video of the Week features them in a Modesto lessons review.

2. Workshop schedule for Oscar & Georgina.

*********************************************************

1. Gato and Andrea's workshops resume on July 10, Tuesdays with four to go at the Modesto Fitness & Racquet Club, 200 Norwegian Ave., Modesto: The cost is:
1 or 2 workshops $30 each per person
3 or 4 workshops $27 each per person
5 or 6 workshops $25 each per person
7 or 8 workshops $22 each per person
All classes: 8 to 9:30 p.m, Modesto Fitness & Racquet Club: 200 Norwegian Ave. Modesto, Ca

Class 1: June 5: Change of weight and walking technique;
Class 2: June 12: Walking, pivot and ochos, change of rhythm.
Class 3: June 19: Ochos; Molinetes, balance, turns and stops.
Class 4: June 26: Ochos for balance and control. Molinetes.
Class 5: July 10: (This Tuesday) Low and high voleos; Upper body control; Sacadas; Figures with sacadas and voleos.
Class 6: July 17: Molinetes and lapiz. Balance and change of weight. Pivot.
Turns with lapiz and turn figures.
Class 7: July 24 : back and forward pivots. Balance; axis. Barridas for the men.
Class 8: July 31: Ganchos technique. Excercises. Simple ganchos and barridas.
contact: Mary, 522-1571 or e-mail: modestotango@gmail.net

2. Workshops with Oscar Mandagaran of "Forever Tango" & Carlos Saura's movie "Tango" and Georgina Vargas, dancer & recording artist. Oscar Mandagaran of Argentina, who danced in the Broadway production of "Forever Tango" and "Malambo" and in the Carlos Saura movie "Tango," is among the most charismatic, elegant and sought-after teachers in the tango world, He now considers himself a dance teacher first - has taught throughout Argentina Europe and Japan - but his performance continues to be a "must see" in Buenos Aires as well as the rest of the world, He danced in the company of "Señor Tango" in Buenos Aires every night for 20 months. and won the sub-champion cup at "Festival Nacional de Malambo" an Argentine folk dance in 1989.
Georgina Vargas, noted singer/dancer in her own right, debuted as a ballerina and has participated in tango festivals in Europe and Japan. She began as a professional tango dancer in Rome under auspices of the Argentine and Uruguayan embassies, and has performed and taught in Buenos Aires. Her CD, "Por Aquellos Tango." will be available for purchase at our milonga on July 27.

The classes will be Wednesday & Thursday, August 1 & 2, 8 & 9
1. Wed, Aug 1: The body dialogue.
The communication, feel, movements, musicality and what a dancer needs for a great tango. Emphasis on the embrace, open and close.
2. Thursday, Aug 2 : Milonga, Traspie and Lisa
This playful dance soon becomes a favorite for every tanguero. Learn how to work with the rhythms.
3.Wed. Aug. 8 : Density and elasticity,.
Work on the quality of movement with orchestras like Di Sarli and Pugliese.
The most romantic tango style with a step using elements embraced in the class.
4. Thursday, Aug. 9 : Vals.
Oscar has a real feel for the rhythm of the waltz. You can find waltzes in most cultures, but Argentine waltzes (vals) are among the most melodic and danceable.

Prices: $35 per person 1 workshop, $65 for two classes
$90 for 3 classes, $110 per person for all four classes Classes at the Modesto Racquet and Fitness Club
200 Norwegian Avenue 8 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Contact Mary at Modesto Tango: 522-1571,
Private lessons available: Single or couple $100 plus $10 floor fee


MONDAY - Tonight (July 9) Practica at Jacobs, 2501 McHenry. This is a chance to work on moves learned in class and get needed floor time. No fee, but you are urged to order off the menu. We start about 8 p.m. and may go until 10 p.m.
An informal meeting; some come early to dine.

TUESDAY - (July 10) Classes with Gato & Andrea at Modesto Fitness & Racquet Club, 200 Norwegian. . Focus on boleos and sacadas.

SATURDAY
July 14: Classes at Modesto Fitness and Racquet Club. 200 Norwegian, off McHenry. Peter focuses on milonga rhythms and technique again at the intermediate level
11 a.m. Intermediate -
12:30 - beginning level. Intermediates encouraged to stay for the beginner class at no additional fee. Take this opportunity to perfect your technique.
$12 a class per person. Introductory packages available for newcomers which offer nine beginner level classes for $75 (can only be used as the beginner level.)

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.

SACRAMENTO:

Tuesday
At Tango by the River, 128 J Street Old Sacramento
Level I - Beginning Tango - Tuesdays 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Level II - Intermediate Tango - Tuesdays 7:30-8:30 p.m.
Level III - Intermediate/Advanced Tango - Tuesdays 8:30-9:30 p.m.
Classes taught by Donna Williams, studio owner/instructor, and Zak Brown, instructor. Cost is $50 per person/$90 per couple for each series.

Wednesday
At Tango by the River, 128 J Street Old Sacramento
Tango Technique Class
Andrea Monti will teach the Wednesday Tango Technique II classes for July (except July 4, when there will be no class). These are for tango dancers with at least 18 months of experience. Classes run from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on four Wedesdays (July 11, 18, 25, and August 1).

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.

Thursday
Twenty-Something Tango At Tango by the river, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento,
6:30 - 7:30 p.m: Beginning Argentine Tango
7:30 - 8:30 p.m: Continuing ArgentineTango
8:30 - 10:30 p.m: Practica ; Dance to classic as well as neo tango music.
Cost: College student $25/session (with valid ID) Non college-student $35/session. Practica only: $3
MILONGAS
Our next will be Friday, July 27, with Oscar Mandagaran, star of Forever Tango, and Georgina Vargas, tango recording artist. Mark your calendars.

MILONGAS ELSEWHERE:

SACRAMENTO

@>---- SATURDAY, JULY 14 - At Tango by the River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento.
Beginning tango lesson 8 to 9 p.m. (doors open 7:45), dance from 9 to midnight! Cost is $15 for lesson & dance; $10 for dance only. Both include hors d'oeuvres, refreshments, and dance.

@>---- SATURDAY, JULY 28! At Tango by the River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento. TANGO WITH SPECIAL GUESTS OSCAR MANDAGARAN and GEORGINA VARGAS! Beginning lesson by Oscar & Georgina from 8 to 9 p.m. (doors open at 7:45), dance 9 to midnight! At 10 p.m. or so, Oscar and Georgina will perform their stunning tango! $15 includes lesson, dance, hors d'oeuvres & refreshments.

@>---- FRESNO Next Milonga is scheduled for Friday July 20 at 8 p.m,
$10 includes beverages. Studio 65, 2965 N. Maroa


Gato & Andrea * AUGUST 11th TO 26th, 2007
Until July 25th, 2007: U$D 1500
(Does not include airfare)
Make a deposit of U$D 400 in any of the above cases.

From Michael Taillant in Sacramento:
Leaves from San Francisco Fri. Nov. 30th and returns Sunday Dec. 16th.
Information with Michael Taillant tangobravo2k@yahoo.com 1-707-628-2601

From Romina & Marcelo:
September 27 to October 8
Price now is $1,990. This includes air fare from San Francisco, hotel (double occupancy), 24 hours assistance, In addition to Buenos Aires, we can also arrange visits to any other destinations in Argentina. 925.299.6945 tango@rominamarcelo.com http://www.rominamarcelo.com/tango_tours.html

From Patricia Thatcher In Sacramento
Johana Copes is organizing the www.bailemostango.com Festival
10 night package including Festival & lodging:
from $2,197 per person with airfare from SFO
November 24 to December 5, 2007 -
The festival lasts seven days so this gives you a few extra days to enjoy the city!

Friday

Next trip to Buenos Aires with Gato & Andrea



Next trip to Buenos Aires with Gato & Andrea

will be this coming August 2007

Now on promotion at the incredible price of $1300 per person (without air fares) till July 6th!!!!

The trip includes

1. *Transfers from Ezeiza Airport to hotel and from hotel to Ezeiza Airport

*13 nights accommodation in the new marvelous Reino del Plata four stars hotel in downtown including buffet (American) breakfast, double occupancy. (Single occupancy is available on request and the cost difference is not included)


*Welcome dinner in a typical Argentinean "restaurant parrilla" (grilled meat and typical meals)

*8 private group classes (tango milonguero and salon styles) with excellent teachers

*12 dance nights at the best milongas and dance clubs (ticket entrance included)

*Included Excursions:

Walking tour in downtown and Plaza San Martin

City Tour in private bus and bilingual guide:
Historic circuit,
San Telmo neighbourhood,
La Boca neighbourhood,
Puerto Madero, Retiro and Recoleta neighbourhood
“Palermo Chico” residential area
Palermo Woods“Mataderos” Fair

Sunday in San Telmo (visit Plaza Dorrego and experience San Telmo antique and arts and carafts fair)

5 stars dinner show at one of the best tango show houses in Buenos Aires (show, drinks and meals included)

A day in the country at Estancia "La Cinacina" in San Antonio de Areco with "fiesta gaucha", "asado criollo" (barbecue and drinksincluded), singing, dancing, "gaucho show", country activities such as riding horses and much more.Transfer in/out.

Guided visit to the marvelous and unique Teatro Colón & Visit to Café Tortoni for tea. (Drinks are not included)

Guided visit to Recoleta Cemetery and Del Pilar Church (with bilingual guide) + Walking tour around Recoleta neighbourhood.

Guided shopping day for tango souvenirs and shoes.

Guided shopping day for leather clothes.

*Last night Farewell Dinner at a nice typical restaurant.

You can not miss it!
If you are interested in coming please contact
Remember the registration will finish on July 6th for this August trip promotion!!!!

To get more information about the trip in November and details of registration fro any of the trips advertised in our web please check www.tour-tango.com.ar or contact Andrea and Gato

Thursday

Gato & Andrea Workshop 4

A brief summary of the fourth workshop of the June-July 2007 Workshops in Modesto CA

Wednesday

Tuesday Workshops with Gato & Andrea

Direct from Buenos Aires and their world-wide teaching tour

Argentine Tango Masters


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


Eight Tuesdays in
June & July, 2007



June 5 : Change of weight and walking technique; walking on the outside. Leading and musicality.

June 12 : Walking, pivot and ochos technique, change of rhythm. Double time and simple figures.

June 19: Overturned ochos; Molinetes, balance, Simple turns, entradas and stops.

June 26: Ochos for balance and control. Molinetes. Simple turns. Leading low voleos.


July 10:
Low and high voleos; Upper body control; Sacadas; Figures with sacadas and voleos.

July 17: Molinetes and lapiz. Balance and change of weight. Pivot.
Turns with lapiz and turn figures.

July 24 : back and forward pivots. Balance; axis. Barridas for the men.

July 31: Ganchos technique. Excercises. Simple ganchos and barridas.

All classes: 7:30 to 9 p.m.


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

Teaching Philosophy: Gato and Andrea have developed through many years of experience and work, a teaching method based on the technique of posture, balance, axes, weight changes, rhythm and especially on the tango walk, making emphasis on the interpretation of the music, and on the expression of feelings when dancing.







Cost (per workshop/per person):

$30.00 - 1 or 2 Workshops

$27.00 - 3 or 4 Workshops
$25.00 - 5 or 6 Workshops
$22.00 - 7 or 8 Workshops

$100.00/per hour + $10.00 Studio Fee - Private lessons



Location: Map



Modesto Fitness & Racquet Club
200 Norwegian Av Modesto, CA
(Brigsmore to McHenry, Left on McHenry
Immediate Right on Norwegian)

For additional information see ModestoTango - Argentine Tango or
call
(209) 522-1571


Sunday

Bulletin July 1, 2007

Classes resume on Saturday with Peter Baldridge Instructing. There will be no workshop with Gato & Andrea this Tuesday. Those resume on Tuesday July 10. After the workshops with Gato we will start immediately with a series of four workshops with Oscar Mandagaran & Georgina. Watch for more information on that later.

ALSO IN THIS BULLETIN

1. Tickets for the milongas at Nora's Tango Week are on sale.

2. Gato & Andrea Workshop schedule.
Our Video of the Week features them in a Modesto lessons review.

*********************************************************
1. Milonga tickets for Nora's Tango Week 2007 are available. The class schedule is on line. Tickets may be purchased through Jerry Jew. E-mail Jerry at jewtango@aol,com. All milongas are at the Clarion Hotel near SFO, with live music by "Hombres de Tango" and DJ music by Mario Orlando of Buenos Aires. Get your orders in early. Traditionally the milongas on 7/1, 7/6 and 7/7 sell fast..

2. Gato and Andrea's workshops resume on July 10, Tuesday evenings with four to go at the Modesto Fitness & Racquet Club, 200 Norwegian Ave., Modesto: The cost is:
1 or 2 workshops $30 each per person
3 or 4 workshops $27 each per person
5 or 6 workshops $25 each per person
7 or 8 workshops $22 each per person
All classes: 8 to 9:30 p.m.
Modesto Fitness & Racquet Club: 200 Norwegian Ave. Modesto, Ca
*******************************************************************
Class 1: June 5: Change of weight and walking technique;
Class 2: June 12: Walking, pivot and ochos, change of rhythm.
Class 3: June 19: Ochos; Molinetes, balance, turns and stops.
Class 4: June 26: (Last Tuesday) Ochos for balance and control. Molinetes.
Class 5: July 10: Low and high voleos; Upper body control; Sacadas;
Figures with sacadas and voleos.
Class 6: July 17: Molinetes and lapiz. Balance and change of weight. Pivot.
Turns with lapiz and turn figures.
Class 7: July 24 : back and forward pivots. Balance; axis. Barridas for the men.
Class 8: July 31: Ganchos technique. Excercises. Simple ganchos and barridas.
contact: Mary, 522-1571 or e-mail: modestotango@gmail.net



MONDAY - Tonight (July 2) There WILL be a Practica at Jacobs by popular demand, 2501 McHenry. This is a chance to work on moves learned in class and get needed floor time. No fee, but you are urged to order off the menu. We start about 8 p.m. An informal meeting; some come early to dine. Due to its proximity to July 4, we will leave early.

TUESDAY - (July3) No classes with Gato & Andrea at Modesto Fitness & Racquet Club, 200 Norwegian. See you all back on July 10.

SATURDAY
July 7: Classes at Modesto Fitness and Racquet Club cancelled. Peter is back and has agreed to focus on milonga again; 200 Norwegian, off McHenry.
11 a.m. Intermediate -
12:30 - beginning level. Intermediates encouraged to stay for the beginner class at no additional fee.
$12 a class per person. This being the first of the month you can sign up for the whole month for $40 - a bit of a savings over the regular drop-in rate. Introductory packages available for newcomers which offer nine beginner level classes for $75 (can only be used as the beginner level.)

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.

SACRAMENTO:

Tuesday
At Tango by the River, 128 J Street Old Sacramento
Level I - Beginning Tango - Tuesdays 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Level II - Intermediate Tango - Tuesdays 7:30-8:30 p.m.
Level III - Intermediate/Advanced Tango - Tuesdays 8:30-9:30 p.m.
Classes taught by Donna Williams, studio owner/instructor, and Zak Brown, instructor. Cost is $50 per person/$90 per couple for each series.

Wednesday
At Tango by the River, 128 J Street Old Sacramento
Tango Technique Class
Andrea Monti will teach the Wednesday Tango Technique II classes for July (except July 4, when there will be no class). These are for tango dancers with at least 18 months of experience. Classes run from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on four Wedesdays (July 11, 18, 25, and August 1).

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.

THURSDAY:
Twenty-Something Tango At Tango by the river, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento,
6:30 - 7:30 p.m: Beginning Argentine Tango
7:30 - 8:30 p.m: Continuing ArgentineTango
8:30 - 10:30 p.m: Practica ; Dance to classic as well as neo tango music.
Cost: College student $25/session (with valid ID) Non college-student $35/session. Practica only: $3
MILONGAS
Our next will be Friday, July 27 with Oscar Mandagaran, star of Forever Tango, and Georgina Vargas, tango recording artist. Mark your calendars.

MILONGAS ELSEWHERE:

SACRAMENTO

@>---- La AlterNATIVA Milonga!
Friday, July 6, 2007 - Tango by the River (Old Sac)
8 p.m. - Open, fully guided Practica with local instructors .
9 p.m. to midnight(ish!) - Milonga with Traditional Tango, Non-Traditional Tango & Alternative Music) $10 entry includes Practica, Milonga & refreshments!

@>---- SATURDAY, JULY 14 - At Tango by the River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento.
Beginning tango lesson 8 to 9 p.m. (doors open 7:45), dance from 9 to midnight! Cost is $15 for lesson & dance; $10 for dance only. Both include hors d'oeuvres, refreshments, and dance.

@>---- SATURDAY, JULY 28! At Tango by the River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento. TANGO WITH SPECIAL GUESTS OSCAR MANDAGARAN and GEORGINA VARGAS! Beginning tango lesson by Oscar & Georgina from 8 to 9 p.m. (doors open at 7:45), dance from 9 to midnight! At 10 p.m. or so, Oscar and Georgina will perform/demonstrate their stunning tango!!! Cost is $15; includes lesson, dance, hors d'oeuvres & refreshments.

@>---- FRESNO Next Milonga is scheduled for Friday July 20 at 8 p.m,
$10 includes beverages. Studio 65, 2965 N. Maroa


Gato & Andrea offer a 14 -day tour accompanied package.* AUGUST 11th TO 26th, 2007
Now on promotion at the incredible price of $1300 per person until July 6th!
Until July 25th, 2007: U$D 1500
(Does not include airfare)
Make a deposit of U$D 400 in any of the above cases.

From Michael Taillant in Sacramento:
Leaves from San Francisco Fri. Nov. 30th and returns Sunday Dec. 16th.
Information with Michael Taillant tangobravo2k@yahoo.com 1-707-628-2601


From Romina & Marcelo:
September 27 to October 8
Price now is $1,990. This includes air fare from San Francisco, hotel (double occupancy), 24 hours assistance, In addition to Buenos Aires, we can also arrange visits to any other destinations in Argentina. 925.299.6945 tango@rominamarcelo.com http://www.rominamarcelo.com/tango_tours.html

From Patricia Thatcher In Sacramento
Johana Copes is organizing the www.bailemostango.com Festival
10 night package including Festival & lodging:
from $2,197 per person with airfare from SFO
November 24 to December 5, 2007 -
The festival lasts 7 days so this gives you a few extra days to enjoy the city!