February 01, 2010

THREE

Music of The Week


Orchestra: Juan D'Arienzo
Singer: Alberto Echague
Year Recorded: 1947

Tango Video of The Week

In this video, a young couple by the names Javier Rodriguez and Geraldine Paludi (nee Rojas) dance an incredible Tango. They no longer dance together, but are believed by many to have been the best Tango couple that ever existed. They are dancing to the following:

"Mandria"
Orchestra: Juan D'Arienzo
Singer: Alberto Echague
Year Recorded: 1939



Blog Post of The Week

Here is a post at Vos tambien tenes tu historia reminding dancers that quality is more important than quantity.

Quote of The Week

"Thinking gets in the way of the dance. The embrace is more important than the steps. The music tells us how to dance what we feel."

-Jantango

Etiquette of The Week

THE EMBRACE   should be comfortable and gentle. There is no squeezing, no head pushing, and please be aware of where you place your right hand gentlemen. This includes not reaching too far around the woman or placing your hand on her neck or waist - these are intimate areas.