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Real talk on tango - a podcast about the dance, the drama, and everything in between.
Candid conversations that mirror the thoughts we often keep to ourselves at milongas.
Sharing the highs, lows, and the downright confusing moments we encounter in the tango world.
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5 things that might be holding you back from getting good at tango
Do you feel stuck in your tango? In this episode I discuss some of the less than obvious factors that might be holding you back. Sometimes it has to do with your technique, other times it’s something that seems completely unrelated to your dance. Ultimately, only you can know what’s going on and this episode will give you some things to consider and ideas to chew on.
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4 key tactics for attracting good dances at the milonga
This conversation revolves around our recent experience at The Thing, a yearly tango marathon in Portland, OR. We discuss our personal experiences and observations, highlighting the challenges and strategies we used to get dances.
We emphasize the importance of moving around the venue, being proactive in initiating conversations and connections, and understanding the dynamics of the dance floor. The conversation also touches on the clickish nature of some tango communities and the spectrum of desirability in the dance scene.
Interview with Oliver Kolker: https://youtu.be/WfmFPsBb5JM
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If I started from scratch as a tango dancer now, this is what I would do
Both Alex and I started tango more than 10 years ago. Certain things have definitely changed over the past decade, but in other ways, tango is just as challenging as ever. We chat about the things we would do differently if we were going to start all over again, and other things that we would definitely do again.
If YOU were to start over, what would you do differently/the same?
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Unfriendliest aspects of tango EXPOSED
In this banter I explore the (un)friendliness of the social tango scene and the different camps that people fall into regarding this topic.
The topic was sparked by a recent article (https://therhinestone.medium.com/i-went-to-my-first-milonga-lets-talk-about-it-2a4a93192d2b ) and interview I had with Elena Rovito (https://link.chtbl.com/O109KHbx ), a zouk dancer who had a negative first time experience at a milonga.
The discussion delves into the responsibility of the tango community in creating a welcoming environment for newcomers and practical ways we can bridge the gap between advanced dancers and beginners.
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Demystifying Musicality and Embellishments: insights for tango followers
In this episode, I explore how tango followers can become more expressive in their dance, what that means and how to practice it. I offer practical tips for developing musicality and incorporating adornos into your dance in a way that enhances your movement. I highlight the value of practicing and making videos to improve your dance.
Tango Simplified Learning Series: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0iNCGBu99jcAh980gEY-P7Pdk3j3vHuY
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Behind the Scenes: unexpected lessons from the SoCal Tango Championship
In this episode, I review my experiences as a competitor at the Southern California Tango Championship. I’ve had a critical view to tango championships but this experience changed my perspective. I was surprised by the of camaraderie I saw and felt among the dancers and saw this kind of an event as an opportunity for personal growth. I placed 3rd in the Jack & Jill Category as a leader and I talk about the significance of that for myself as dancer and the tango community at large.
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Customer Reviews
Love her perspective
I love listening to Tango Banter. “As in Tango, so in life”.
Her advice, perspective and her videos are top notch.
Great podcast
If you are into tango, you will enjoy this podcast!