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Bulletin, January 31, 2011

Modesto Tango Bulletin, Jan. 31, 2011
No major developments in Modesto.  Classes and practica continue at Sophia's Dance Journey. Saturday will be another opportunity to pay $35 for the month. Sacramento and the East Bay continue as good venues for  on-going milongas.  Here we look to our next milonga and workshops.  Stay tuned.

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK

MONDAY - Tonight, Jan. 31 & Feb. 7. Social dancing and practica at Jacobs Fine Dining, 2501 McHenry. No fee, but you can order food/drink off the menu. It is  a fun evening in a good place to practice class material.

WEDNESDAY - Feb. 2 @ 3 p.m. Beginner classes at Modesto Senior Center, 211 Bodem (corner of Scenic).

SATURDAY - Feb. 5 @ 11 a.m. Class at Sophia's Dance Journey, 711 10th St. (between G & H).  This beginner level class will progress through basic concepts.  If enough other people show up at noon we continue with a "practica." Seasoned tangueros are encouraged to join at noon.  Price of lessons: $10 drop-in. Practica only: $5 (Included with lesson) This Saturday you can pay for the whole month $35

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 Out of Town:

SACRAMENTO:
@>---- Sunday, Feb.6 : Capital City Milonga,  at Boca Restaurant, 1212 Howe Ave,     Doors open 4 p.m. Dancing 5-9 p.m.  $5 non-members.   Dinner menu available. 

@>---- Sunday, Feb. 13:   Sacramento Tango Club,  Boca's Restaurant, 1212 Howe Ave. $25 per person. Doors open 4:30 p.m., dinner served from 6 p.m.. Dancing to 9:30 p.m.  $10 for non members.  RSVP <cathi.hayter@sbcglobal.net> And select one:
New York Strip                                                          Seared Mahi Mahi
Chicken Rouladen                                                     Portabella Stack
OAKLAND
@>---- Fridays, Tango Magdalena Dance & Art Studio, 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, 580 Grand Ave, Suite #305, 4:30-9:30 p.m.

BERKELEY:
@>---- Feb. 5: The Beat: 2560 9th St., Berkeley  El Bailongo -  Late Practilonga 
hosted by Polo & Diana
$15 class and práctica (Students: $10); $5 práctica only (Students: $3).
510-541-3135; polo_talnir@hotmail.com

@>---- Feb 19: The Beat: 2560 9th St., Berkeley  El Bailongo -  Late Practilonga hosted by Polo & Diana.
$15 class and práctica (Students: $10); $5 práctica only (Students: $3).
510-541-3135; polo_talnir@hotmail.com -

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

WEDNESDAY
Sacramento
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., Suite 120 (right side of the plaza)
Granite Bay 95746 6:30-7:30 p.m.beginner's class, 7:30-9 práctica

THURSDAY
Sacramento -
Tango by the River, 128 J Street,  Old Sacramento
Level III (Advanced) Tango. 7-8:30 followed by practice time. You need  three months of tango. Taught in close embrace, you must be able to lead or follow the eight-count basic, ochos, and turns.

Firehouse 5 Studio, 2014 9th Street (9th & T)
Tango Explorations w/Chris & Michelle
6:30 p.m. Beginning Tango, 7:30 p.m. Continuing Tango
8:30 p.m. Open Practica
$35/month, $10/drop-in, $5 practica  (FREE with Class!)

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

Oakland:
Lake Merritt Dance Center, 200 Grand Ave,
Classes w/ Pampa Cortes Assisted by Warren & Gigi Jensen
7:30-8:30 p.m. Beginning Argentine Tango
8:30-9:30 p.m. Intermediate/Advanced Argentine Tango
$12 drop in one class / $20 both classes


FRIDAY
Sacramento:
Friday night's Tango Buenos Aires starting at 7:30 p.m.
Michael Taillant!  $40/month, $70/couple, $12/drop-in contact
phone 707-416-9680 ,  email  tangobravo2k@yahoo.com

The Dance Corner   2927 Fulton Ave, Sacramento 95821 7-8 p.m. Luis Caceres.

Lafayette:
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 available. 

SUNDAY
Fresno:
Studio 65/Adornos. 2965 N.Maroa Ave.
5 p.m. Beginners Lesson, 6 p.m. Dance, drop in $10 per person

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
Instructor: Julian Ramil, Dance Practice: 4-6 p.m. $6 (Free w/lesson)

COMING UP:
Sacramento, Feb. 12 & 13. "Forever Tango." Dance Captain Jorge Torres,  dance captain of the worldwide production "Forever Tango", creative director of The Shimmy Club, Inc., juror of tango championships, artistic director for the American Tango Institute, constantly touring  the USA, Asia and Europe teaching and inspiring others in Argentine tango. He returns to Sacramento over the Valentine weekend to   teach  four workshops:
Saturday 2:30-4 - Tango Technique
Saturday 4:30-6 - Milonga
Sunday 1:30-3- Tango
Sunday 3:30-5 - Vals
 $30 each, 2 for $50,  3 for $70,  all four for $80 -- best deal!
He is also available for a limited number of private lessons during his stay. Private lessons are $110 an hour. Please e-mail donna@rivertango.com to schedule.


Thurs. - Easter Sunday:  April 21-24,   Gato & Andrea have organized the official U.S. Branch of the Tango Championship  held in Buenos Aires every August, at the San Francisco Airport Marriott Hotel.
The event includes
* 4 days USA Tango Championship! Be a spectator  or competitor .
* 9 Argentine Tango Maestros with international reputations.
* 33 Workshops focused on learning, improving and enjoying your tango.
* 4 Milongas: best music and great spectacular dance performances by the maestros.
* Live Tango Orchestra: Seth Asarnow y su Sexteto Tipico.
* 2 highly experienced tango DJs
* Convenient and comfortable accommodation.
* Complimentary airport shuttle.
Pre-registration on line.
Classes
1. All Levels:  for every student (advanced beginners, intermediate and advanced) who has had regular instruction for a minimum of six months and  wants to work on  fundamentals and technique.  These are NOT  beginner level classes.
2. Intermediate: a reasonable level of technical understanding of tango,  close and open embrace and a good repertoire of steps is needed (molinetes, barridas, voleos, sacadas). At this level, dancers need to have good navigation and connection.
3. Intermediate/Advanced: You should meet all the requirements of the intermediate level described above, be able to lead or follow challenging tango figures and navigate on a crowded floor.
4. Advanced: Understanding of the technical aspects of tango, navigation, improvisation  and connection are major factors. You should be able to execute complex  figures. Register as a couple to get maximum benefit. Some advanced classes   will be limited to couples to maximize class content. 
Gender Balance
Register  early to help achieve balance. We do our best  to gender balance  classes, but cannot be responsible for your partner's level in classes that rotate partners. Once on line registration is closed, you will only be able to sign up for classes on site with a partner, or in classes that aren't already balanced.
Competition and Milongas
Salon and Stage Tango Competitions and Milongas every evening
Tickets to the milonga enables you to attend the competition, so to attend one or more competitions and milongas,  purchase your tickets on line in advanced.  Make your payment on line or mail a check before April 11 to:
Argentine Tango USA
555 Bryant St, suite 111
Palo Alto, CA 94301    
Tango Masters
Claudio Villagra & Romina Levin
Marcos Questas & Ruta Maria
Pulpo Esbrez
Ernesto Balmaceda y  Stella Báez
Santiago Croce & Amy Lincoln
Andrea Monti & Gato Valdez


TANGO TOURS TO BUENOS AIRES

From Donna in Sacramento:
Proposed Tour (subject to change as we have not yet secured the airfare) includes:
* Proposed dates March 21 - April 6, 2011
* Airfare from Sacramento to Buenos Aires & back
* Airfare from Buenos Aires to Montevideo & back
* 12 nights in Buenos Aires, Argentina, at the Hotel Reconquista
* 2 Nights in Montevideo, Uruguay
* Tango Show & Dinner at "Esquina Carlos Gardel"
* Tango Show & Dinner in Montevideo
* Half-Day City Tour in Buenos Aires
* Half-Day City Tour in Montevideo
* Full Day Punta del Este Excursion (lunch) in Montevideo
* Ground transfers throughout for all of the above excursions
* 6 -week Conversational Spanish Class prior to the trip
* Recommendations & outings to milongas, clothes & shoe shopping, & more
* Optional: Tango Instruction with Ernesto Rassi, Oscar Mandagaran & Georgina Vargas, and other maestros de tango
* Price $2500 per person (subject to change as we have not yet ordered the airfare).

Sunday

Dancing at the Gallo Center for Arts

Dancers enjoying the milonga before the Tango Buenos Aires show at the Gallo Center for the Arts.



If you want to see more photos by Adrian Mendoza navigate to amenfoto.com

Monday

Bulletin, January 24, 2011

Modesto Tango Bulletin, Jan. 24, 2011
Local tangueros went to the Eduardo Saucedo-Marisa Quiroga workshops in Fresno last weekend.  Definitely a couple worth catching; they will make return trips, so watch for  announcements.


CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK

MONDAY - Tonight, Jan. 24 & 31. Social dancing and practica at Jacobs Fine Dining, 2501 McHenry. No fee, but you can order food/drink off the menu. It is  a fun evening in a good place to practice class material.

WEDNESDAY - Jan. 26 @ 3 p.m. Beginner classes at Modesto Senior Center, 211 Bodem (corner of Scenic).

SATURDAY - Jan. 29 @ 11 a.m. Class at Sophia's Dance Journey, 711 10th St. (between G & H).  This beginner level class will progress through basic concepts.  If enough other people show up at noon we continue with a "practica." Seasoned tangueros are encouraged to join at noon.  Price of lessons: $10 drop-in.

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 Out of Town:

SACRAMENTO:
@>----  Jan.  29 @ Firehouse 5 Studio, 2014 9th Street (9th & T).
La alterNATIVA Milonga 8 p.m. lesson,  9 p.m. milonga - $10

@>---- Sunday, Feb.6 : Capital City Milonga,  at Boca Restaurant, 1212 Howe Ave,     Doors open 4 p.m. Dancing 5-9 p.m.  $5 non-members.   Dinner menu available. 

@>---- Sunday, Feb. 13:   Sacramento Tango Club,  Boca's Restaurant, 1212 Howe Ave
 $25 per person.
Doors open at 4:30 p.m., dinner served from 6 p.m.. Dancing until 9:30 pm.  $10 for non members.    RSVP  to  <cathi.hayter@sbcglobal.net> And select among
New York Strip                                                          Seared Mahi Mahi
Chicken Rouladen                                                     Portabella Stack
OAKLAND
@>---- Fridays, Tango Magdalena Dance & Art Studio, 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, 580 Grand Ave, Suite #305, 4:30-9:30 p.m.

BERKELEY:
@>---- Jan 29: The Beat: 2560 9th St., Berkeley  El Bailongo -  Late Practilonga 
 hosted by Polo & Diana
$15 class and práctica (Students: $10); $5 práctica only (Students: $3). 510-541-3135; polo_talnir@hotmail.com

@>---- Feb. 5: The Beat: 2560 9th St., Berkeley  El Bailongo -  Late Practilonga 
 hosted by Polo & Diana
$15 class and práctica (Students: $10); $5 práctica only (Students: $3).
510-541-3135; polo_talnir@hotmail.com


@>---- Feb 19: The Beat: 2560 9th St., Berkeley  El Bailongo -  Late Practilonga 
 hosted by Polo & Diana
$15 class and práctica (Students: $10); $5 práctica only (Students: $3).
510-541-3135; polo_talnir@hotmail.com -

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

WEDNESDAY
Sacramento
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., Suite 120 (right side of the plaza)
Granite Bay 95746 6:30-7:30 p.m.beginner's class, 7:30-9 práctica

THURSDAY
Sacramento -
Tango by the River, 128 J Street,  Old Sacramento
Level III (Advanced) Tango. 7-8:30 followed by practice time. You need  three months of tango. Taught in close embrace, you must be able to lead or follow the eight-count basic, ochos, and turns.

Firehouse 5 Studio, 2014 9th Street (9th & T)
Tango Explorations w/Chris & Michelle
6:30 p.m. Beginning Tango, 7:30 p.m. Continuing Tango
8:30 p.m. Open Practica
$35/month, $10/drop-in, $5 practica  (FREE with Class!)

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

Oakland:
Lake Merritt Dance Center, 200 Grand Ave,
Classes w/ Pampa Cortes Assisted by Warren & Gigi Jensen
7:30-8:30 p.m. Beginning Argentine Tango
8:30-9:30 p.m. Intermediate/Advanced Argentine Tango
$12 drop in one class / $20 both classes


FRIDAY
Sacramento:
Friday night's Tango Buenos Aires starting at 7:30 pm
Michael Taillant!  $40/month, $70/couple, $12/drop-in contact
phone 707-416-9680 ,  email  tangobravo2k@yahoo.com

The Dance Corner   2927 Fulton Ave, Sacramento 95821 7-8 p.m.
Luis Caceres.

Lafayette:
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. 

SATURDAY:  JANUARY 29, 2011
Workshops with Glen Corteza
1-2:30 p.m.  Mastering Movement & Rhythm
2:45-4:15 p.m. Rhythmic & Melodic Phrasing in Tango
4:30-6 p.m. Improvisation using Rhythm
One class = $25
Two classes = $45
Three classes = $60
Contact Michelle to register:  tangomichey@yahoo.com or 916-799-1952

SUNDAY
Fresno:
Studio 65/Adornos. 2965 N.Maroa Ave.
5 p.m. Beginners Lesson, 6 p.m. Dance, drop in $10 per person

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
Instructor: Julian Ramil, Dance Practice: 4-6 p.m. $6 (Free w/lesson)

COMING UP:
Thurs. - Easter Sunday:  April 21-24,   Gato & Andrea have organized the official U.S. Branch of the Tango Championship  held in Buenos Aires every August, at the San Francisco Airport Marriott Hotel.
The event includes
* 4 days USA Tango Championship! Be a spectator  or competitor .
* 9 Argentine Tango Maestros with international reputations.
* 33 Workshops focused on learning, improving and enjoying your tango.
* 4 Milongas: best music and great spectacular dance performances by the maestros.
* Live Tango Orchestra: Seth Asarnow y su Sexteto Tipico.
* 2 highly experienced tango DJs
* Convenient and comfortable accommodation.
* Complimentary airport shuttle.
Pre-registration on line.
Classes
1. All Levels:  for every student (advanced beginners, intermediate and advanced) who has had regular instruction for a minimum of six months and  wants to work on  fundamentals and technique.  These are NOT  beginner level classes.
2. Intermediate: a reasonable level of technical understanding of tango,  close and open embrace and a good repertoire of steps is needed (molinetes, barridas, voleos, sacadas). At this level, dancers need to have good navigation and connection.
3. Intermediate/Advanced: You should meet all the requirements of the intermediate level described above, be able to lead or follow challenging tango figures and navigate on a crowded floor.
4. Advanced: Understanding of the technical aspects of tango, navigation, improvisation  and connection are major factors. You should be able to execute complex  figures. Register as a couple to get maximum benefit. Some advanced classes   will be limited to couples to maximize class content. 
Gender Balance
Register  early to help achieve balance. We do our best  to gender balance  classes, but cannot be responsible for your partner's level in classes that rotate partners. Once on line registration is closed, you will only be able to sign up for classes on site with a partner, or in classes that aren't already balanced.
Competition and Milongas
There will be Salon  and Stage Tango Competitions and Milongas every evening
Tickets to the milonga enables you to attend the competition as well, so if you want to attend one or more of the Competitions and Milongas,  purchase your tickets on line in advanced.  Make your payment on line or mail a check   before April 11 to:
Argentine Tango USA
555 Bryant St, suite 111
Palo Alto, CA 94301    
Tango Masters
Claudio Villagra & Romina Levin
Marcos Questas & Ruta Maria
Pulpo Esbrez
Ernesto Balmaceda y  Stella Báez
Santiago Croce & Amy Lincoln
Andrea Monti & Gato Valdez


TANGO TOURS TO BUENOS AIRES

From Donna in Sacramento:
Proposed Tour (subject to change as we have not yet secured the airfare) includes:
* Proposed dates March 21 - April 6, 2011
* Airfare from Sacramento to Buenos Aires & back
* Airfare from Buenos Aires to Montevideo & back
* 12 nights in Buenos Aires, Argentina, at the Hotel Reconquista
* 2 Nights in Montevideo, Uruguay
* Tango Show & Dinner at "Esquina Carlos Gardel"
* Tango Show & Dinner in Montevideo
* Half-Day City Tour in Buenos Aires
* Half-Day City Tour in Montevideo
* Full Day Punta del Este Excursion (lunch) in Montevideo
* Ground transfers throughout for all of the above excursions
* 6 -week Conversational Spanish Class prior to the trip
* Recommendations & outings to milongas, clothes & shoe shopping, & more
* Optional: Tango Instruction with Ernesto Rassi, Oscar Mandagaran & Georgina Vargas, and other maestros de tango
* Price $2500 per person (subject to change as we have not yet ordered the airfare).

Bulletin, January 17, 2011

Modesto Tango Bulletin, January 17, 2011

Coming up April 21-24, our own Gato & Andrea have organized the official U.S. Branch of the Tango Championship competition held in Buenos Aires every August, at the San Francisco Airport Marriott Hotel.
You could be American Argentine Tango champ, win a round trip to Buenos Aires and free stay to represent the USA at the semi-final round at the main event, "Tango Buenos Aires Festival y Mundial de Baile 2011"
* Renowned Argentine maestros will direct workshops.
* Live orchestra and DJs playing the best Argentine Tango music.
* You will dance every night in a magnificent and impressive 14,000 square foot ballroom.
The event includes
* 4 nights and 3 days of 100% pure authentic Tango Argentino.
* 4 days USA Tango Championship! Be a spectator  or competitor in the First Official Edition of the USA Tango Championship (Tango Salon and Stage categories), of the Tango Buenos Aires Dance World Cup 2011.
* 9 Argentine Tango Maestros with international reputations for teaching and performing.
* 33 Workshops focused on learning, improving and enjoying your tango.
* 4 Milongas: best music and great spectacular dance performances by the maestros.
* Pablo Banchero, one of the top singers of the new generation.
* Live Tango Orchestra: Seth Asarnow y su Sexteto Tipico.
* 2 highly experienced tango DJs
* Convenient and comfortable accommodation.
* Complimentary airport shuttle available.
* 14000 sq feet of open dance floor for milongas, competitions and workshops.
Festival Registration
Pre-registration on line.
Classes
Schedules may be subject to change.
Teachers reserve the right to ask students they feel unable to keep up or disruptive to leave. For those unable to keep up, management will make every attempt to substitute a class at an appropriate level, but no refunds will be offered. To be fair to all attendees, teachers will not alter the level of classes for students unable to keep up. The festival classes were programmed to teach specific topics/material to benefit students from advanced beginners to advanced level. For your benefit, it is  important to know your level when you register.
We have included a simple description of the levels and classified the classes in four groups:
1. All Levels: a great class for every student (advanced beginners, intermediate and advanced) who has had regular instruction for a minimum of six months and/or who wants to work on or refresh fundamentals and technique.  Basic understanding of technique, simpler concepts and steps  is necessary so these are NOT  beginner level classes.
2. Intermediate: a reasonable level of technical understanding of tango, handling close and open embrace and a good repertoire of steps is needed (molinetes, barridas, voleos, sacadas). At this level, dancers need to have good navigation and connection. Partner rotation is recommended.
3. Intermediate/Advanced: These classes are intended for more experienced intermediate and advanced dancers. You should meet all the requirements of the intermediate level described above, be able to lead or follow more challenging tango figures and navigate on a crowded floor. Partner rotation is recommended in these classes though it will be up to the teachers.
4. Advanced: excellent understanding of the technical aspects of tango, navigation, improvisational resources and connection are major factors. You should be able to execute complex tango figures. We strongly advise you register as a couple to get maximum benefit. Some advanced classes offered will be limited to couples to maximize class content. In others, partner rotation will be up to the teachers, but is not mandatory.
Gender Balance
The organizers  appreciate your cooperation in registering early to help achieve balance. To maximize class time, it is best to bring your own partner. Although we do our best  to gender balance the classes, we cannot be responsible for your partner's level in classes that rotate partners. Once on line registration is closed, you will only be able to sign up for classes on site with a partner, or in classes that aren't already balanced. Competition and Milongas
There will be Salon Tango and Stage Tango Competitions and Milongas every evening (First qualifying Round plus Opening Milonga on Thursday, Second qualifying Round and Milonga with live orchestra on Friday, Semifinal and Milonga with performances by the Masters on Saturday and the Grand Final and Farewell Milonga with performances by the Masters on Sunday).
The ticket to the milonga enables you to attend the competition as well, so if you want to attend one or more of the Competitions and Milongas, we strongly suggest that you purchase your tickets on line in advanced. Please, make your payment on line or send a check by mail before April 11 to:
Argentine Tango USA
555 Bryant St, suite 111
Palo Alto, CA 94301    
Tango Masters
Claudio Villagra & Romina Levin
Marcos Questas & Ruta Maria
Pulpo Esbrez
Ernesto Balmaceda y  Stella Báez
Santiago Croce & Amy Lincoln
Andrea Monti & Gato Valdez

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK
MONDAY - Tonight, Jan. 17 & 24. Social dancing and practica at Jacobs Fine Dining, 2501 McHenry. No fee, but you can order food/drink off the menu. It is  a fun evening in a good place to practice class material.

WEDNESDAY - Jan. 19 @ 3 p.m. Beginner classes at Modesto Senior Center, 211 Bodem (corner of Scenic).

SATURDAY - Jan. 22 @ 11 a.m. Class at Sophia's Dance Journey, 711 10th St. (between G & H).  This beginner level class will progress through basic concepts.  If enough other people show up at noon we continue with a "practica." Seasoned tangueros are encouraged to join at noon for a small Price of lessons: $10 drop-in.

Keep track of events by checking our on line <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 Out of Town:
SACRAMENTO:
@>----  Jan.  29 @ Firehouse 5 Studio, 2014 9th Street (9th & T).
La alterNATIVA Milonga 8 p.m. lesson,  9 p.m. milonga - $10

@>---- Sunday, Feb.6 : Capital City Milonga,  at Boca Restaurant, 1212 Howe Ave,     Doors open 4 p.m. Dancing 5-9 p.m.  $5 non-members. Includes hors d'oevres.  Dinner menu available. 

@>---- Sunday, Feb. 13:  The Sacramento Tango Club,  Boca's Restaurant, 1212 Howe Ave
the Second Annual Valentine's Day Tango Diner Dance , Pricing and Menu Details to Come...
5:00  to 9:30 p.m
OAKLAND
@>---- Fridays, Tango Magdalena Dance & Art Studio, 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, 580 Grand Ave, Suite #305, 4:30-9:30 p.m.

BERKELEY:
@>---- Jan 29: The Beat: 2560 9th St., Berkeley  El Bailongo -  Late Practilonga 
 hosted by Polo & Diana
$15 class and práctica (Students: $10); $5 práctica only (Students: $3).
510-541-3135; polo_talnir@hotmail.com - include the word "milonga" in the subject

@>---- Feb. 5: The Beat: 2560 9th St., Berkeley  El Bailongo -  Late Practilonga 
 hosted by Polo & Diana
$15 class and práctica (Students: $10); $5 práctica only (Students: $3).
510-541-3135; polo_talnir@hotmail.com - include the word "milonga" in the subject


@>---- Feb 19: The Beat: 2560 9th St., Berkeley  El Bailongo -  Late Practilonga 
 hosted by Polo & Diana
$15 class and práctica (Students: $10); $5 práctica only (Students: $3).
510-541-3135; polo_talnir@hotmail.com - include the word "milonga" in the subject

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

WEDNESDAY
Sacramento
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., Suite 120 (right side of the plaza)
Granite Bay 95746 6:30-7:30 p.m.beginner's class, 7:30-9 práctica

THURSDAY
Sacramento -
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 Street (9th & T)
Tango Explorations w/Chris & Michelle
6:30 p.m. Beginning Tango, 7:30 p.m. Continuing Tango
8:30 p.m. Open Practica
$35/month, $10/drop-in, $5 practica  (FREE with Class!)

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

Oakland:
Lake Merritt Dance Center, 200 Grand Ave,
Classes w/ Pampa Cortes Assisted by Warren & Gigi Jensen
7:30-8:30 p.m. Beginning Argentine Tango
8:30-9:30 p.m. Intermediate/Advanced Argentine Tango
$12 drop in one class / $20 both classes

Walnut Creek:
(series) Latin rhythms 6:30-7:30 pm. Beginner tango class 7:30-8:30 pm. Intermediate tango class 8:30-9:30 pm. Price: $54 six weeks session. Register on line at www.WalnutCreekRec.org or call (925) 943-5858. @ Social Hall, Civic Community Center of Walnut Creek, 1375 Civic Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94596. City of Walnut Creek Recreation Department. New series Jan. 13


FRIDAY
Sacramento:
The Dance Corner   2927 Fulton Ave, Sacramento 95821 7-8 p.m.

Fresno:
Friday-Sunday Jan. 21-23 Studio 65, 2965 N.Maroa Ave. in Fresno. "Tango-Fun and Passion" workshop with Eduardo Saucedo & Maris Quiroga, Argentine master.
Friday, January 21, 7:30 Beginning Lesson, Dance - All Genres and performance
Saturday, January 22: Lessons at 2:00 & 3:45 p.m.  Milonga at 7:30
Sunday, January 23: Lesson @ 4;00, Practica @ 8:30
Entire weekend: $90 before Jan 16.  $105 After
Per lesson- Drop in:  $20 per person, $38 per couple


Lafayette:
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

Danville:
(series) All levels class 6:00-7:00 @ Valley Oak Room - Danville Community Center, 420 Front St.  Price: Resident $60.00, Non-resident $72.00. Phone: (925) 314-3400. www.danvillerecguide.com .*see map. New series Jan. 14.


SUNDAY
Fresno:
Studio 65/Adornos. 2965 N.Maroa Ave.
5 p.m. Beginners Lesson, 6 p.m. Dance, drop in $10 per person

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
Instructor: Julian Ramil, Dance Practice: 4-6 p.m. $6 (Free w/lesson)
COMING UP:

Fri., Jan. 28 & Sat., Jan. 29 - Firehouse 5 Studio 2014 T street, Sacramento - Tango workshops with Glenn Corteza

TANGO TOURS TO BUENOS AIRES

>From Donna in Sacramento:
Proposed Tour (subject to change as we have not yet secured the airfare) includes:
* Proposed dates March 21 - April 6, 2011
* Airfare from Sacramento to Buenos Aires & back
* Airfare from Buenos Aires to Montevideo & back
* 12 nights in Buenos Aires, Argentina, at the Hotel Reconquista
* 2 Nights in Montevideo, Uruguay
* Tango Show & Dinner at "Esquina Carlos Gardel"
* Tango Show & Dinner in Montevideo
* Half-Day City Tour in Buenos Aires
* Half-Day City Tour in Montevideo
* Full Day Punta del Este Excursion (lunch) in Montevideo
* Ground transfers throughout for all of the above excursions
* 6 -week Conversational Spanish Class prior to the trip
* Recommendations & outings to milongas, clothes & shoe shopping, & more
* Optional: Tango Instruction with Ernesto Rassi, Oscar Mandagaran & Georgina Vargas, and other maestros de tango
* Price $2500 per person (subject to change as we have not yet ordered the airfare).

Bulletin, January 10, 2011

Modesto Tango Bulletin, January 10, 2011

"Tango Buenos Aires" is at 7 p.m.Wednesday.  Tango with us before the show. You can still get in on the group  price ($25 tickets for $22.50). Contact the Gallo Center, 209 338-3106 or 338-5062, and mention the "Mary Menz tango group" purchase #40164.  For those who got their tickets through me, I will be in the Gallo lobby during the pre-show milonga. Make checks out to me. If going to Jacobs for a post-show snack, please e-mail <mailto:mary. menz@sbcglobal. net> to give an idea of how many to expect.
Saturday classes resumed last week - beginner basics at 11 a.m., and a noon practica.

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK
MONDAY - Tonight, Jan. 10 & 17. Social dancing and practica at Jacobs Fine Dining, 2501 McHenry. No fee, but you can order food/drink off the menu. It is  a fun evening in a good place to practice class material.

WEDNESDAY - Jan. 12 @ 3 p.m. Beginner classes at Modesto Senior Center, 211 Bodem (corner of Scenic).

WEDNESDAY - Jan. 12 @ 5:30 p.m. free pre-show milonga in the Gallo Center, 1000 I Street. Followed by performance of Tango Buenos Aires. (See above)   

SATURDAY - Jan. 15 @ 11 a.m. Class at Sophia's Dance Journey, 711 10th St. (between G & H).  This beginner level class will progress through basic concepts.  If enough other people show up at noon we continue with a "practica." Seasoned tangueros are encouraged to join at noon for a small fee to cover cost of the studio.
Price of lessons: $10 drop-in.

Keep track of events by checking our on line <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
Wed, Jan. 12 - Pre-show milonga in the Gallo Center lobby (See flier above)  David Graybill of Sacramento will be D.J. with his re-mastered old guard music.  See you  at 5:30.
Milongas Out of Town:
SACRAMENTO:
@>---- Jan. 15 @ Firehouse 5 Studio, 2014 9th Street (9th & T).
La alterNATIVA Milonga of traditional, non-traditional & alternative tango music
8 p.m.  lesson,  9 p.m. milonga - $10

@>---- Sunday, Jan 16: Capital City Milonga, Boca Restaurant, 1212 Howe Ave,   Doors open 4 p.m. Dancing 5-9 p.m.  $10 non-members. Includes hors d'oevres. Dinner menu available. 
@>----  Jan.  29 @ Firehouse 5 Studio, 2014 9th Street (9th & T).
La alterNATIVA Milonga 8 p.m. lesson,  9 p.m. milonga - $10

@>---- Sunday, Jan 30: Capital City Milonga,  at Boca Restaurant, 1212 Howe Ave,     Doors open 4 p.m. Dancing 5-9 p.m.  $10 non-members. Includes hors d'oevres. Dinner menu available. 


OAKLAND
@>---- Fridays, Tango Magdalena Dance & Art Studio, 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, 580 Grand Ave, Suite #305, 4:30-9:30 p.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 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).
Tango Technique w/Michelle Gorre, men & women, beginner or advanced!
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.

WEDNESDAY
Sacramento
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., Suite 120 (right side of the plaza)
Granite Bay 95746 6:30-7:30 p.m.beginner's class, 7:30-9 práctica

THURSDAY
Sacramento -
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 Street (9th & T)
Tango Explorations w/Chris & Michelle
6:30 p.m. Beginning Tango, 7:30 p.m. Continuing Tango
8:30 p.m. Open Practica
$35/month, $10/drop-in, $5 practica  (FREE with Class!)

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

Oakland:
Lake Merritt Dance Center, 200 Grand Ave,
Classes w/ Pampa Cortes Assisted by Warren & Gigi Jensen
7:30-8:30 p.m. Beginning Argentine Tango
8:30-9:30 p.m. Intermediate/Advanced Argentine Tango
$12 drop in one class / $20 both classes

Walnut Creek:
(series) Latin rhythms 6:30-7:30 pm. Beginner tango class 7:30-8:30 pm. Intermediate tango class 8:30-9:30 pm. Price: $54 six weeks session. Register on line at www.WalnutCreekRec.org or call (925) 943-5858. @ Social Hall, Civic Community Center of Walnut Creek, 1375 Civic Dr, Walnut Creek, CA 94596. City of Walnut Creek Recreation Department. New series Jan. 13


FRIDAY
Sacramento:
The Dance Corner   2927 Fulton Ave, Sacramento 95821 7-8 p.m.

Lafayette:
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

Danville:
(series) All levels class 6:00-7:00 @ Valley Oak Room - Danville Community Center, 420 Front St.  Price: Resident $60.00, Non-resident $72.00. Phone: (925) 314-3400. www.danvillerecguide.com .*see map. New series Jan. 14.


SUNDAY
Fresno:
Studio 65/Adornos. 2965 N.Maroa Ave.
5 p.m. Beginners Lesson, 6 p.m. Dance, drop in $10 per person

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
Instructor: Julian Ramil, Dance Practice: 4-6 p.m. $6 (Free w/lesson)
COMING UP:
Friday-Sunday Jan. 21-23 Studio 65, 2965 N.Maroa Ave. in Fresno. "Tango-Fun and Passion" workshop with Eduardo Saucedo & Maris Quiroga, Argentine master.
Friday, January 21, 7:30 Beginning Lesson, Dance - All Genres and performance
Saturday, January 22: Lessons at 2:00 & 3:45 p.m.  Milonga at 7:30
Sunday, January 23: Lesson @ 4;00, Practica @ 8:30
Entire weekend: $90 before Jan 16.  $105 After
Per lesson- Drop in:  $20 per person, $38 per couple

Fri., Jan. 28 & Sat., Jan. 29 - Firehouse 5 Studio 2014 T street, Sacramento - Tango workshops with Glenn Corteza

TANGO TOURS TO BUENOS AIRES

>From Donna in Sacramento:
Proposed Tour (subject to change as we have not yet secured the airfare) includes:
* Proposed dates March 21 - April 6, 2011
* Airfare from Sacramento to Buenos Aires & back
* Airfare from Buenos Aires to Montevideo & back
* 12 nights in Buenos Aires, Argentina, at the Hotel Reconquista
* 2 Nights in Montevideo, Uruguay
* Tango Show & Dinner at "Esquina Carlos Gardel"
* Tango Show & Dinner in Montevideo
* Half-Day City Tour in Buenos Aires
* Half-Day City Tour in Montevideo
* Full Day Punta del Este Excursion (lunch) in Montevideo
* Ground transfers throughout for all of the above excursions
* 6 -week Conversational Spanish Class prior to the trip
* Recommendations & outings to milongas, clothes & shoe shopping, & more
* Optional: Tango Instruction with Ernesto Rassi, Oscar Mandagaran & Georgina Vargas, and other maestros de tango
* Price $2500 per person (subject to change as we have not yet ordered the airfare).

Bulletin, January 3, 2011

Modesto Tango Bulletin, January 3, 2011
Hope your holidays were good as we entered a new year.  You have until Tuesday morning, (Jan. 4) to order tickets for "Tango Buenos Aires" - $25 group tickets are $22.50 if you e-mail mary.menz@sbcglobal.net. The tickets will be  distributed just before the show if not sooner. Come early for the pre-show milonga.
Regular Saturday classes resume this week.  A beginner basics class will take place at 11 a.m., and at noon, seasoned tangueros are invited to join us for a one hour practica.
We want more Argentine tango in Modesto. If we can find a good floor at a decent price, say $5 per person. what days and times are best for you? Would you pay a monthly subscription to ensure a no-cost opportunity to dance at least once a week? What makes you want to dance? What keeps you away? Please click reply and share your thoughts. We will summarize results in a future bulletin.

CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK

MONDAY - Tonight, Jan. 3 & 10. Social dancing and practica at Jacobs Fine Dining, 2501 McHenry. No fee, but you can order food/drink off the menu. It will be a fun evening in a good place to practice class material.

WEDNESDAY - Jan. 5 @ 3 p.m. Beginner classes at Modesto Senior Center, 211 Bodem (corner of Scenic). 

SATURDAY - Jan. 8 @ 11 a.m. Class at Sophia's Dance Journey, 711 10th St. (between G & H).  This beginner level class will progress through basic concepts.  If enough other people show up at noon we continue with a "practica." Seasoned tangueros are encouraged to join at noon for a small fee to cover cost of the studio.
Price of lessons: $35 for the month, $10 drop-in.

Keep track of events by checking our on line <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
Wed, Jan. 12 - Our next milonga in the Gallo Center lobby precedes the Tango Buenos Aires show - (See flier above)  David Graybill of Sacramento will be D.J.  with his collection of re-mastered old guard music.  See you there at 5:30.
Milongas Out of Town:
SACRAMENTO:
@>----  Sat., Jan. 8. Tango By The River. 128 J Street, Old Sacramento. For those new to tango, beginning lesson from 8-9 p.m., dance from 9-midnight  Cost $15 for lesson and dance or $10 for dance only.  OR -- sign up on line and save $5 -- get the lesson for free when you sign up on line!  Offer expires: 8 p.m. on Jan. 8.
<http://www.rivertango.com/miad.html> Click here to sign up now!
@>---- Jan. 15 @ Firehouse 5 Studio, 2014 9th Street (9th & T).
La alterNATIVA Milonga of traditional, non-traditional & alternative tango music
8 p.m.  lesson,  9 p.m. milonga - $10
@>----  Jan.  29 @ Firehouse 5 Studio, 2014 9th Street (9th & T).
La alterNATIVA Milonga 8 p.m. lesson,  9 p.m. milonga - $10

 OAKLAND
@>---- Fridays, Tango Magdalena Dance & Art Studio, 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, 580 Grand Ave, Suite #305, 4:30-9:30 p.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 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).
Tango Technique w/Michelle Gorre
Open to men & women! Beginner or Advanced!
6:30 p.m. to 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.

WEDNESDAY
Sacramento
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., Suite 120 (right side of the plaza)
Granite Bay 95746 6:30-7:30 p.m.beginner's class, 7:30-9 práctica

THURSDAY
Sacramento -
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 Street (9th & T)
Tango Explorations w/Chris & Michelle
6:30 p.m. Beginning Tango, 7:30 p.m. Continuing Tango
8:30 p.m. Open Practica
$35/month, $10/drop-in, $5 practica  (FREE with Class!)

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

Oakland:
Lake Merritt Dance Center, 200 Grand Ave,
Classes w/ Pampa Cortes Assisted by Warren & Gigi Jensen
7:30-8:30 p.m. Beginning Argentine Tango
8:30-9:30 p.m. Intermediate/Advanced Argentine Tango
$12 drop in one class / $20 both classes

FRIDAY
Sacramento:
The Dance Corner   2927 Fulton Ave, Sacramento 95821 7-8 p.m.

Lafayette:
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

COMING UP!

SATURDAY-
Sacramento:
Jan. 8  - Tango by the River - 128 J Street, Old Sacramento
Oscar & Georgina's last lesson before going home to Buenos Aires.  Expecting a baby, they will remain in Buenos Aires for 2011, so this is your last chance for at least a year.  Take advantage of their superb teaching while you can!   

They will  teach  semi-private lessons (and private lessons) only.  The cost of a semi-private lesson is $40 a person. Each semi-private lesson will be limited to 10 people (5 couples), and you will need to sign up with a partner, as   partners will not be rotating  in class. You get an hour and 15 minutes with Oscar & Georgina and four other couples ... for $40! One regular workshop is $35 -- so for $5 more, you can get much more individualized attention! There is limited availability; to sign up, <http://www.rivertango.com/osmaandgeva.html>click here.
The schedule is as follows:
Saturday, Jan. 8
Tango Semi-Private -- 2:45-4 p.m.
Milonga Semi-Private -- 4:30-5:45 p.m.

SUNDAY
Sacramento: Jan. 9, Tango by the River - 128 J Street, Old Sacramento
Semi Private Lessons with  OSCAR AND GEORGINA - JAN. 8 & 9, 2011!
Last chance to study with them  in Sacramento for at least a year.
For $40, these  lessons are an excellent way to get most of   the benefits of a private lesson at a fraction of the cost.  You get an hour and 15 minutes with Oscar & Georgina and three or four other couples ...  One regular workshop is $35 -- so for $5 more, you can get much more individualized attention!  To sign up, <http://www.rivertango.com/osmaandgeva.html>click here.
Partners will not be rotating  in class; hence, you need to sign up with your partner.  The schedule  is as follows:
Tango Semi-Private -- 1:45-3 p.m.
Vals Semi-Private -- 3:30-4:45 p.m.


Fresno:
Studio 65/Adornos. 2965 N.Maroa Ave.
5 p.m. Beginners Lesson, 6 p.m. Dance, drop in $10 per person

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
Instructor: Julian Ramil, Dance Practice: 4-6 p.m. $6 (Free w/lesson)

COMING UP:
Wednesday, Jan. 12, - Gallo Center in Modesto. Tango Buenos Aires returns to the 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.

Friday-Sunday Jan. 21-23 Studio 65, 2965 N.Maroa Ave. in Fresno. "Tango-Fun and Passion" workshop with Eduardo Saucedo, Argentine master.

Fri., Jan. 28 & Sat., Jan. 29 - Firehouse 5 Studio 2014 T street, Sacramento - Tango workshops with Glenn Corteza

TANGO TOURS TO BUENOS AIRES

From Donna in Sacramento:
Proposed Tour (subject to change as we have not yet secured the airfare) includes:
* Proposed dates March 21 - April 6, 2011
* Airfare from Sacramento to Buenos Aires & back
* Airfare from Buenos Aires to Montevideo & back
* 12 nights in Buenos Aires, Argentina, at the Hotel Reconquista
* 2 Nights in Montevideo, Uruguay
* Tango Show & Dinner at "Esquina Carlos Gardel"
* Tango Show & Dinner in Montevideo
* Half-Day City Tour in Buenos Aires
* Half-Day City Tour in Montevideo
* Full Day Punta del Este Excursion (lunch) in Montevideo
* Ground transfers throughout for all of the above excursions
* 6 -week Conversational Spanish Class prior to the trip
* Recommendations & outings to milongas, clothes & shoe shopping, & more
* Optional: Tango Instruction with Ernesto Rassi, Oscar Mandagaran & Georgina Vargas, and other maestros de tango
* Price $2500 per person (subject to change as we have not yet ordered the airfare).