Modesto Tango Bulletin, Oct. 25, 2010
Classes Saturday, Oct. 30, are cancelled. Enjoy Halloween.
We resume classes a week later, Nov. 6. Roman will teach the first two weeks of November and the first two of December. Roman was one of Modesto Tango's first instructors - pegged as "the elegant one" He will join us with his partner, Sherri.
Mario Molina of Cordoba , Argentina, who was such a hit at our milonga two weeks ago will conduct workshops here in Modesto - Most likely on Sunday, November 14. Make a note. We will want pre-registrations, and you will not want to miss this.
Mark your calendars for Wednesday, Jan. 12, when Tango Buenos Aires returns to the Gallo Center with a pre-show milonga in the lobby.
CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK
MONDAY - Tonight, Oct. 25 & Nov. 1. Social dancing and practica at Jacobs Fine Dining, 2501 McHenry. No fee, but you could order food or drink off the new menu, the "Blue Sage Bistro". A good place to practice class material.
WEDNESDAY - Oct. 27. Beginner class at Modesto Senior Center, 211 Bodem St. at Scenic. 3 p.m. No fee. Earlier in the day, Dennis and I will demonstrate tango for the City Parks and Recreation Department, one at the Bodem Center, and at the Maddux Youth Center -
SATURDAY - Oct. 30 - Classes cancelled .
Normally we meet at Sophia's Dance Journey, 711 10th St. (between G & H). Introductory classes 11 a.m. - Intermediate and advanced class at 12:30 p.m.
$12 per person per class, drop in.
Keep track of events by checking our on line Calendar.
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@>---- MILONGAS
Wed, Jan. 12 - Our next milonga in the Gallo Center lobby precedes the Tango Buenos Aires show.
Milongas Out of Town:
SACRAMENTO:
@>---- Saturday, Oct. 30 - at Firehouse 5 Studio, 2014 9th Street, (9th & T)
La alterNATIVA. Halloween bash with traditional, non-traditional & alternative music. Dress in your most outrageous costume and dance the night away.
Plenty of free parking! Sprung-wood floor! Doors open 9 p.m. - $10
@>---- Sunday, Oct. 31 - at Tre Restaurant, 1212 Howe Ave, The Nightmare Milonga Doors open at 4:00 pm. Dancing 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm. $10 non-members.
Includes hors d'oevres. Dinner menu available.
@>---- Saturday, Nov. 20 - Firehouse 5 Studio, 2014 9th Street (9th & T)
FH5's 3rd Anniversay Celebration!
@>---- Saturday, December 18, 2010 Firehouse 5 Studio, 2014 9th Street (9th & T)
5th Annual Winter Wonderland Milonga!
OAKLAND
@>---- -Fridays- Lake Merritt Dance Center, 200 Grand Ave,
Milonga Argentina with Negracha & Diego's "farewell month"
Oct, 29: Ganchos for leader and follower.
Raffle for a private lesson during the Milonga!
8-9 p.m. Int. Lesson, 9-midnight Milonga
$20 Milonga + Lesson, $15 Lesson only, $15 Milonga only
@>---- Saturdays
Lake Merritt Dance Center (Hall 1) 200 Grand Ave.:
Tango Universe Milonga 8:30 p.m.-midnight, $9 ($6 after 11 p.m.).
CLASSES AND PRACTICAS OUT OF TOWN:
Some have expressed interest in these. To carpool call 522-1571
TUESDAY
Some have expressed interest in these. To carpool call 522-1571
TUESDAY
Sacramento -
Tango by the River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento
6:30-7:30 p.m. Level I - Beginning Tango: fundamentals of Argentine Tango
Tango by the River, 128 J Street, Old Sacramento
6:30-7:30 p.m. Level I - Beginning Tango: fundamentals of Argentine Tango
7:30-8:30 p.m. Level II - Intermediate - Applying steps into the social setting
8:30-9:30 p.m. Practica
Firehouse 5 Studio: 2014 9th Street (9th & T) Oct. 12
Special Guest Instructors ALISA and MIKE BOHAN
Tango Technique. Open to men & women!
6:30-7:45 p.m. $35/month, $10/drop-in
Fresno
Studio 65; 2965 North Maroa Ave.
Tuesdays 8 p.m, Group Lesson, drop in $10 per person
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. Drills and exercises. Footwork, floor craft and etiquette.
Danville,
Two Left Feet studio, 194 Diablo Road, Diego & Negracha teaching
7:30-8:30 Level one (fundamental elements)
8:30-9:30 Level two (combining the elements)
9:30-10:30 Practica (no charge)
Drop in rate is $15 for one class or $20 for both
Danville,
Two Left Feet studio, 194 Diablo Road, Diego & Negracha teaching
7:30-8:30 Level one (fundamental elements)
8:30-9:30 Level two (combining the elements)
9:30-10:30 Practica (no charge)
Drop in rate is $15 for one class or $20 for both
WEDNESDAY
Sacramento
Tthrough Nov. 17
Tango at the Capital Athletic Club (1515 8th St.) 7:15 to 8:15 p.m.
Michelle Gorre teaching a six-week tango course at the Capital Athletic Club. FREE to all club members!
Step One, 1920 T St. (at the railroad tracks:), "La Práctica" for all levels with Mike & Alisa 9-10:30 p.m. Beginners always welcome.
Quarry Ponds - 5550 Douglas Blvd, Granite Bay
6:30-7:30 Free Beginner lesson taught by Luis Cáceres
7:30 - 9:30 Moonlight Milonga
Oakland:
Lake Merritt Dance Center, 200 Grand Ave,
Argentine Tango Classes w/ Pampa Cortes Assisted by Warren & Gigi Jensen
7:30-8:30 pm Beginning, 8:30-9:30 pm Intermediate/Advanced $12 drop in one class / $20 both classes
Tango Magdalena, 580 Grand Ave. Ste 305
Wed. Nov. 3, 10 & 17 - Workshops with Facundo Posadas
11/3 7 p.m. - Walking for Tango, Vals, 8:45 .pm - Milonga & Milonga Lisa
11/10 7 p.m. - Figuras de Trenza, 8:45 p.m - Cadenas
11/17 7 p.m. - Various Giros, 8:45 p.m - Disassociation of the movement
Fees: $25 per session - Pre-registered: $20 per session
To preregister: www.tangomagdalena.com
THURSDAY
Sacramento
Starting in October: at Tango by the River, 128 J Street (Old Sacramento)
Level III (Advanced) Tango. 7-8:30 followed by practice time. You need at least three months of tango to attend. Taught in close embrace, so you need the technique to effectively dance in close embrace. You must be able to lead or follow the eight-count basic, ochos, and turns (giros or molinetes).
Firehouse 5 Studio: 2014 9th St. at T) Tango Explorations with Chris & Michelle!
6:30 p.m. Beginning Tango
7:30 p.m. Continuing Tango
8:30 p.m. Open Practica (FREE with Lesson!)
$35/month, $10/drop-in, $5/practica only
The Dance Corner - (2927 Fulton Ave. at Marconi). across from Town & Country 8-9 p.m. Beginner Lesson. Call Eleni (916) 719-3765 or Sergey (916) 342-6294 for prices. Luis (El Suave) Cáceres (916) 807-4210
7:30 p.m. Continuing Tango
8:30 p.m. Open Practica (FREE with Lesson!)
$35/month, $10/drop-in, $5/practica only
The Dance Corner - (2927 Fulton Ave. at Marconi). across from Town & Country 8-9 p.m. Beginner Lesson. Call Eleni (916) 719-3765 or Sergey (916) 342-6294 for prices. Luis (El Suave) Cáceres (916) 807-4210
FRIDAY
Sacramento
Tango by the River - 128 J St., Old Sacramento
FRIDAY NIGHT PRACTILONGA with DJ KENNY BELL!
FRIDAY NIGHT PRACTILONGA with DJ KENNY BELL!
A practilonga is a combination of a milonga and a practica. Practice steps you've learned in class, or just dance the night away. The event is informal without a dress code. 8-11 p.m. (or until the DJ shuts it down). Cost is $5.
Roseville Dance - 3992 Foothills Blvd. Suite 175, Roseville
6:30-7:30 Beginners' lesson, Call Roseville Dance for prices. Taught by Luis (El Suave' Cáceres) 916.807.4210
Roseville Dance - 3992 Foothills Blvd. Suite 175, Roseville
6:30-7:30 Beginners' lesson, Call Roseville Dance for prices. Taught by Luis (El Suave' Cáceres) 916.807.4210
Lafayette:
Lafayette Dance Center, 3369 Mt. Diablo Blvd. (Drop-in)
Lafayette Dance Center, 3369 Mt. Diablo Blvd. (Drop-in)
Fundamentals & technique class 8-9 pm. Intermediates 9-10 p.m. Milonga 10 p.m. $12 one class and milonga, $17 for both classes and milonga, $7 milonga only. Off street parking is available. Snacks and refreshments included
SATURDAY,
Berkeley, Sat Nov 6
El Bailongo at The Beat, 2560 9th Street - Workshops with Facundo Posadas
El Bailongo at The Beat, 2560 9th Street - Workshops with Facundo Posadas
8-9:30 p.m. "Milonga with Ochos & Barridas" with Facundo & Christy
before the Practilonga. - email: <mailto:polo_talnir@hotmail.com>polo_talnir@hotmail.com
before the Practilonga. - email: <mailto:polo_talnir@hotmail.com>polo_talnir@hotmail.com
SUNDAY
Fresno:
Studio 65/Adornos. 2965 N.Maroa Avenue.
5 p.m. Beginners Lesson, 6 p.m. Dance, drop in $10 per person
HALLOWEEN, Sunday Oct. 31, Costumes encouraged!
Emeryville:
The Allegro Ballroom. 5855 Christie Ave.,
Studio 65/Adornos. 2965 N.Maroa Avenue.
5 p.m. Beginners Lesson, 6 p.m. Dance, drop in $10 per person
HALLOWEEN, Sunday Oct. 31, Costumes encouraged!
Emeryville:
The Allegro Ballroom. 5855 Christie Ave.,
Four Week Progressive Beginner's Lesson: 2-3: p.m. $12
Int/Adv Lesson: 3-4 p.m. $12
Int/Adv Lesson: 3-4 p.m. $12
Instructor: Julian Ramil, Dance Practice: 4-6 p.m. $6 (Free w/Lesson) Julian Ramil
COMING UP:
COMING UP:
Friday, Nov. 12, Tango workshops with Mario Consiglieri & Anabella Diaz-Hojman at Firehouse 5 Studio 2014 T street (9th & T)
Nov. 11, 12, 13, In Sacramento for the first time! Norberto 'El Pulpo' Esbrez,
king of ganchos, called El Pulpo or 'octopus' for his fluid, intricate leg movements.
His dance and technique is based on communication and understanding with his partner, characterized by continuous, round, soft movements.
Check out El Pulpo on YouTube:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KLCZDOTFvPM&feature=related
Location: The Dance Corner - 2927 Fulton Ave, Sacramento 95821
Thursday 11/11 - 7-8:30 p.m.
Friday 11/12 - 7-8:30 p.m.
Saturday 11/13 - 2-3:30 p.m.
Workshop Pricing: One or more lessons
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KLCZDOTFvPM&feature=related
Location: The Dance Corner - 2927 Fulton Ave, Sacramento 95821
Thursday 11/11 - 7-8:30 p.m.
Friday 11/12 - 7-8:30 p.m.
Saturday 11/13 - 2-3:30 p.m.
Workshop Pricing: One or more lessons
1 lesson - University students - with ID $10, Regular - $20
2 lessons - University students - with ID $15, Regular - $35
3 lessons - University students - with ID $35, Regular - $45
Private lessons: *usually $100 - Sacramento = $80!*
One lesson $80, Two lessons $150, three lessons $200
Call or email Luis to register for classes or schedule a private lesson:
luiselsuave@comcast.net or 916.807.4210
2 lessons - University students - with ID $15, Regular - $35
3 lessons - University students - with ID $35, Regular - $45
Private lessons: *usually $100 - Sacramento = $80!*
One lesson $80, Two lessons $150, three lessons $200
Call or email Luis to register for classes or schedule a private lesson:
luiselsuave@comcast.net or 916.807.4210
Wednesday, Jan. 12, -
Tango Buenos Aires returns to the Gallo Center in Modesto. with a pre-show milonga in the lobby - No cost for the milonga. Tickets at a group rate for the show will be available later
Fri, Jan. 28 & Sat, Jan 29 - Firehouse 5 Studio 2014 T street - Tango workshops with Glenn Corteza
