FELIPE & ROSA SPRING WORKSHOP March 26-28, 2010

This dynamic duo returns to Boise, sponsored by Marge Dobie and Boise Tango Society.

Class Schedule & Fees

FRIDAY 3.26 — Boise Cafe, 10th & Bannock, downtown Boise

Boise Cafe special for Friday night only attendees:  $15.00 — includes Argentine Tango class, Salsa & Tango Lesson, and Salsa dancing until 2 am.

Boise Cafe entrance at 9 pm (includes one drink):  $8.00

• 7:30-9 pm      The Tango Embrace “Delicious Dancing”

• 9-10 pm          Intro to Tango & Salsa Lesson

• 10-11 pm        Salsa & Tango Mixer

• 11 pm              Argentine Tango Performance by FELIPE & ROSA

• 11 pm – 2 am  Salsa Dancing

SATURDAY  3.27 — Pat Harris Dance Studio, 1225 N McKinney, Boise

• 11 am – 1 pm    Rosa’s Technique Class: Ladies & Men

• 2-3:15 pm        Acceleration & Elastic Movement

• 3:30-4:45 pm  Sacadas Made Easy for Lead & Follow

• 9:30 pm – 1 am   MILONGA! With DJ Felipe — at the Worsley House ($10.00)
  

SUNDAY 3.28 — Pat Harris Dance Studio

• 12-1:15 pm      Classy Moves to Challenge Technique

• 1:30-2:45 pm  Guided Practica: Total Recall

Individual Class Price:  $20.00

Milonga Price:  $10.00

Full Pass paid by March 20th:  Only $96.00!!

Full Pass after March 20th:  $120.00

To purchase Full Pass and book private lessons, please contact organizer Marge Dobie, at 208-761-3954 or email her. Wood River Valley residents, please contact Linda Reiss at 208-788-6686 or email her.

Visit Felipe & Rosa’s Website

THURSDAY PRACTICA, March 25th, 8-10 pm. Heirloom Dance Studio, 765 Idaho St., downtown Boise. Practice new or fundamental skills in a friendly atmosphere with classic and nuevo tango music to dance to. Beginners welcome, no partner necessary. Carl will DJ.  Practica Fee $5.00, or $3.00 for seniors or with student ID.

Demonstrating a graceful expertise in teaching tango to students from Boise and beyond, DETLEF ENGEL & MELINA SEDO inspired and encouraged fortunate workshop participants to learn challenging ideas and concepts during their 4-day workshop in Boise. The workshop also included several guided practicas in which Melina and Detlef worked closely and individually to reinforce class concepts and help students use their newfound skills. Melina created a enthralling atmosphere at the Saturday Milonga by serving as DJ for the evening, and inserted a playful element with her choice of amusing cortinas. During the Milonga, she and Detlef  brought elegance and grace to the floor during their performance, concluded by unanimous applause. Thanks go to the Wood River Valley tango enthusiasts, five of whom joined us for the workshop, and to Marjorie & Michael who joined us from Washington state. Thank you especially to Pat Harris for her continued support of Boise Tango Society, to Kim and Linda for hospitality, to Debbie who handled registration, to Elizabeth who set the stage for the Milonga, and to Tim, Ken C, Debbie, Elizabeth, and Ken A for assistance afterwards. If I’ve forgotten anyone, my apologies. Check the Photos tab for pictures from the workshop.

ALEX KREBS WORKSHOP, May 21 – 23, 2010. Helena, Montana. Sponsored by TangoHelena.

Alex is a brilliant teacher — Please save the dates! All classes and the milonga will be held at the beautiful Allegro DanceStudio, 3750 N. Montana Avenue. Free housing with Helena tangueros available for participants from out of town.Full workshop registration, including the Milonga: $130 (a savings of $40 compared to paying by the class) or: Individual classes: $20 each, Milonga : $10. — From Grace Hodges for TangoHelena www.tangohelena.com

DETLEF ENGEL & MELINA SEDO WORKSHOP

February 18-21, 2010. BOISE

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On tour from Germany, renowned tango instructors and dancers Detlef & Melina make their first visit to Boise. From their website: “Everybody can learn tango, independent of age, previous experience or physique. The prerequisite is only the desire to immerse yourself in this unique dance.” Stylistically, they are at home in the traditional tango de salón, as it is danced in Buenos Aires, and which they interpret in a very personal and modern way. At the core of their lessons, which are always geared towards improvisational capability, are intensive body work and analysis of tangos structures. But technical understanding is just a means to concentrate better on the essential: developing one´s own style and relishing the embrace in unison with the music.

Classes are offered in progressive order, with the first class on Thursday introducing concepts upon which the following classes will be built, so intended for dancers at All Levels, including beginners and other dancers new to Tango.

SCHEDULE

THURSDAY, February 18th, Boise Cafe, 10th & Bannock

8-9 p                  Tango is Walking in an Embrace  $10

During this workshop we’ll work on the different aspects and variations of walking in an embrace, which can be very challenging. We’ll focus on the appropriate inner and outer posture, the expression of each step and elegant movements without the limitations of “clinging to someone.”

9-10 p                Guided Practica   $5

FRIDAY, February 19th, Pat Harris Dance Studio, 1225 N McKinney

7:30-10 p          Elegant Variations of the Caminar, with Guided Practica $25

In this class, we‘ll develop some elegant and sophisticated variations of the Caminar that play with the crossed system through a subtle communication. We‘ll make these even more challenging by inserting decorations.

SATURDAY, February 20th, Pat Harris Dance Studio

10:30 a – 12 p   Tango Milonguero: Variations of the Ocho Cortado $15

We’ll introduce and then vary the traditional Milonguero-step “Ocho Cortado” in a lot of interesting new ways that will enhance your improvisational skills and break up fixed patterns.

1:30-3 p            Improvisation with Ochos & Linear Turns  $15

We’ll start this class with the technique of dancing and leading pivots and ochos. Our focus will be on bodywork and elegance as well as on organic movement. We‘ll go on with combining the basic elements to linear turns. Have fun while exploring the numerous possibilities.

3:15-4:45 p       Milonga Lisa: Small & Rhythmic Movements  $15

You don’t need complex steps to dance a good Milonga – a unique dynamic and your connection to the music is what makes this dance so special! We’ll explore rhythmical variations of the walk and combine simple elements to small and playful movements.

9 p – 1 a             MILONGA!   $20

Melina will DJ for the evening. And don’t miss the performance by Detlef & Melina!

SUNDAY, February 21st, Pat Harris Dance Studio

12:30-2 p         Milonga con Cruses: Playing with Crazy Crosses  $15

In this class we’ll vary the cross of the women in such a way that we can use it nicely in the Milonga. We will also examine a couple of “new” cross variations that might seem unusual, but are great fun once you’ve got the idea!

2:15-3:15 p      Once More with Feeling:  Our Favourite Steps  $15

In this class, we’ll show a choice of our favourite steps and vary them according to your experience and to the progression of the participants during the earlier classes. During our stay, we’ll also try to find out your preferences so that the suggested movements might also become YOUR favourite steps.

Special All-Access Pass just $125.00

Detlef & Melina will be available for private lessons during their visit. To schedule a private lesson or for more information about the workshop, email Camille Wood or call 208-989-0239.

Visit Detlef & Melina’s Website.

FELIPE & ROSA WORKSHOP, March 25-28, 2010. Boise. Visit their Website

ALEX KREBS WORKSHOP, May 21 – 23, 2010. Helena, Montana. Sponsored by TangoHelena.

Alex is a brilliant teacher — Please save the dates! All classes and the milonga will be held at the beautiful Allegro Dance
Studio, 3750 N. Montana Avenue. Free housing with Helena tangueros available for participants from out of town.

Full workshop registration, including the Milonga: $130 (a savings of $40 compared to paying by the class) or: Individual classes: $20 each, Milonga : $10. — From Grace Hodges for TangoHelena www.tangohelena.com

THE WEBSITE RETURNS! Thank you to Philip and Pawel for their time and troubleshooting efforts. Now, it is time to don your costumes and dance ….

MILONGA TONIGHT!

Enjoy an evening of tango in a friendly, social atmosphere. All skill levels welcome; no dance partner necessary. DJ Marguerite plays a mix of classic, nuevo, and alternative music.

9:00 pm to Midnight. Pat Harris Dance Studio, 1225 N McKinney (off Fairview).

Light refreshments provided. Participants are welcome to bring appetizers to share.

Admission fee $5.00, or $3.00 for seniors or with student ID.

CLASS & PRACTICA, Monday, August 3rd with instructor Sarah Durney at 7:45 pm. Lesson on walking in close embrace followed by practica from 8:15-9:15 pm. $5 fee. Ashtanga Yoga Boise, 1011 Williams St. Contact Sarah at 340-4919 for more information.

TANGO FUNDAMENTALS CLASS, Tuesday August 4th with instructor Marge Dobie. 7:30-8:30 pm. For beginners and experienced dancers. $10 or $25 for 3-class session that begins this Tuesday. Broadway Dance Center, 893 E Boise Ave. Contact Marge at 761-3954 to register.

PRACTICA, Thursday, August 6th. Practice with fellow dancers from 8-10 pm. Marguerite DJ’s a mix of classic, nuevo and alternative tango music. $5 fee, or $3 for seniors or with student ID. Boise Cafe, 10th & Bannock in downtown Boise.

MILONGA. Saturday, August 8th, 9:00 pm – midnight. Take the heat inside and indulge in a little Argentine Tango! Then take a break from dancing to enjoy light refreshments and friendly socializing. Bring a summer nibble to share if you like. Pat Harris Dance Studio, 1225 N. McKinney (off Fairview). Contact Camille at 989-0239 for more information.

For all these events, beginners are welcome, and no partner is necessary.

Celebrate National Bandoneon Day on Saturday, July 11th and attend the Monthly Milonga.

Tango Fundamentals class at 8:15 for dancers at all levels. Beginners welcome! No partner necessary.

Milonga from 9-11 pm. Dance to classic and alternative tango music in a friendly atmosphere. Bring a summer nibble to share if you like.

Prizes! Everyone attending will be entered; please be present to win.

Entrance: $5 or $3 for seniors or with student ID.

Pat Harris Dance Studio, 1225 N McKinney, Boise.