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allseattletango.com » Forum: Announcements - Recent Posts http://allseattletango.com/mb/forum/announcements live. love. tango. en-US Sat, 04 Feb 2012 18:30:26 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 <![CDATA[Search]]> q http://allseattletango.com/mb/search.php Gonzo Practica http://allseattletango.com/mb/topic/gonzo-practica#post-693 Fri, 03 Feb 2012 13:55:43 +0000 Greg Carter 693@http://allseattletango.com/mb/ My name is Greg Carter and you may have seen m mucking about on the dance floor in my neophyte way and gotten out of the way for fear of injury. Well I'm actively doing something about it. If you're new to tango, like me, need more practice, like me, and can not sustain the late week nights because you work a regular 8-5, like me. Then I have an option that might work for you. I rent a studio and hold a small practica every Thursday form 5:30 - 7:30. Come practice or drill. Take the opportunity to switch roles, lead to folIow, follow to lead, whatever. I play a varied selection of classico and nuevo or if you have a selection on your "i-thing" you'd like to play, it's all good. The address is 816 N. 38th St. It's located on the north end of the Aurora bridge to the west of 99. My number is 206-915-2536. bienvenidos, Greg Flawless + Feisty Followers, Feb. wkshop SOLD OUT, NEW March 10th/11th wkshop! http://allseattletango.com/mb/topic/flawless-feisty-followers-feb-wkshop-sold-out-new-march-10th11th-wkshop#post-692 Fri, 03 Feb 2012 12:03:38 +0000 tangojennifer 692@http://allseattletango.com/mb/ PART TWO (a brief review and continuation): Flawless and Feisty Followers - A Two Part Follower's Technique Class with Jennifer Olson Due to the overwhelming response to my Feb. Flawless and Feisty Follower's Tech. class, I have decided to hold a second workshop over the March 10th and 11th weekend. This second workshop will review a few of the key details of the first workshop but will predominately delve deeper into the idea of each individual workshop day. I expect that demand for this workshop will be high, so please pre-register to guarantee your spot! :) Day One (Flawless Followers) - Saturday, March 10th, 3 pm - 5 pm at eXit Space near Green Lake (414 NE 72nd Street, Seattle, WA 98115) After living in Buenos Aires for a year and teaching in Europe, I have seen many different womens' technique - some more flawless than others. In Day 1 of this two-part follower's technique class, we will go over the essential methods necessary to achieve the perfect technique. The whole of the dance is based on this underlying structure and it's mastery is indispensable to becoming a flawless follower. Subtle details will be revealed allowing for a more thorough understanding of the dance as well as the follower's role in the dance. Day 1 will provide the necessary information for Day 2 (Feisty Followers). Day Two (Feisty Followers) - Sunday, March 11th, 3 pm - 5 pm at eXit Space near Green Lake (414 NE 72nd Street, Seattle, WA 98115) In Day 2, we ladies will take our new found technique and develop our own personalized style. While technique is the necessary foundation to revealing your inner dancer, with technique alone, you are not sharing in the conversation with your partner. Your personality in the dance is an integral component of the dance. Move outside the box and start DANCING today instead of simply moving! *Both days are intended to be taken in succession, but an individual workshop day may also be taken with instructor permission. *Followers of all levels are welcome. Men who have an interest in following are also welcome. COST: Entire workshop (both days): $40 with pre-registration, $50 without (space permitting) Pre-payment is required in order to finalize your pre-registration. You may pre-pay via PayPal on my website <a href="http://www.tangojennifer.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.tangojennifer.blogspot.com</a> (a $3 fee applies), or you may mail Jennifer a check for the appropriate amount. Please contact Jennifer at <a href="mailto:tangojennifer@gmail.com">tangojennifer@gmail.com</a> if you would like to mail in a check. One day only: $25 with pre-registration, $35 without (space permitting) Pre-payment is required in order to finalize your pre-registration. You may pre-pay via PayPal on my website <a href="http://www.tangojennifer.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.tangojennifer.blogspot.com</a> (a $2 fee applies), or you may mail Jennifer a check for the appropriate amount. Please contact Jennifer at <a href="mailto:tangojennifer@gmail.com">tangojennifer@gmail.com</a> if you would like to mail in a check. Space is limited so please pre-register to guarantee your space! For more information, please contact Jennifer at <a href="mailto:tangojennifer@gmail.com">tangojennifer@gmail.com</a> or 971.219.7075. When 1+1=1 Book Event + Happy Hour Feb 8th 5-7pm! http://allseattletango.com/mb/topic/when-111-book-event-happy-hour-feb-8th-5-7pm#post-691 Wed, 01 Feb 2012 17:20:48 +0000 Gabriela Condrea 691@http://allseattletango.com/mb/ 5-7pm Happy Hour | 6-7pm Book Presentation A mix and mingle happy hour paired with an engaging, interactive presentation by local author and Argentine tango teacher Gabriela Condrea of her book When 1+1=1: That "Impossible" Connection. Using tango as a metaphor for human relationships, Gabriela will weave in anecdotes with excerpts from her book (titles such as "High Heels and Yellow Hippopotamuses," "'Mistakes' are Just Unanticipated Opportunities," and "A New Flavor of Chocolate"), talk about her writing process, take questions, and even spice it up with some fun interactive games. Come by, grab a drink (working on a Yellow Hippopotamus drink special), and please bring friends! Paratii Craft Bar 5463 Leary Ave NW, Seattle, WA 98107 <a href="http://www.paratiicraftbar.com/Paratii/Menu.html">(Menu)</a> ------------------------------------------------------ More information about Gabriela's book, When 1+1=1: That "Impossible" Connection - including excerpts and reviews - is available at <a href="www.gabrielacondrea.com">http://www.gabrielacondrea.com</a>, or more specifically: excerpts (look inside): <a href="http://www.gabrielacondrea.com/book/lookinside.html">http://www.gabrielacondrea.com/book/lookinside.html</a> reviews: <a href="http://www.gabrielacondrea.com/book/reviews.html">http://www.gabrielacondrea.com/book/reviews.html</a> Facebook pages: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/When-111-by-Gabriela-Condrea/263208470365025">"When 1+1=1 by Gabriela Condrea"</a> and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Tango-is-about-the-Connection/104157522963897">"Tango is About the Connection"</a> Comme il Fauts and NeoTangos IN STOCK - for sale by Jennifer Olson http://allseattletango.com/mb/topic/comme-il-fauts-and-neotangos-in-stock-for-sale-by-jennifer-olson#post-689 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 17:38:22 +0000 tangojennifer 689@http://allseattletango.com/mb/ Hey ladies, I just wanted to remind you all that I am selling Comme il Fauts and NeoTangos. Please shoot me an email at <a href="mailto:tangojennifer@gmail.com">tangojennifer@gmail.com</a> if you are interested and I can email you photos of what I have in your size. I have all sizes from 35 (US 5) through 41 (US 11). Besos, Jennifer WEDNESDAY NIGHT TECHNIQUE CLASSES (Tomorrow)-- http://allseattletango.com/mb/topic/wednesday-night-technique-classes-tomorrow-#post-688 Tue, 31 Jan 2012 09:58:45 +0000 Kim 688@http://allseattletango.com/mb/ Weekly technique classes with Kim continues THIS WEEK (TOMORROW, Wednesday, Feb. 1st) at Om Culture until March 7th!-- 8-9pm $8 drop in, $12 for both class and practica 2210 N. Pacific St., Seattle 98103 Improve strength, agility, balance, coordination, and connection to your self and partner through another series of technique classes. Topics include but are not limited to: -extensions -propelling steps -falling steps -balancing -strength building -realizing the importance of core muscles -clean pivots and footwork -overturned ochos -boleos -giros/molinete with timing -walking -dissociation -embellishments Try to come to all of the classes--many concepts will build over the weeks, and repetition is the key to staying in shape including tango shape. Technique is essential to solid dancing, so if you miss a class, don't forget to practice the drills on your own. **There is also a good chance that Kim is moving to Buenos Aires for a few months starting in April, so try out a class if you haven't** MILONGA 212 - 1st Nt is Tuesday, February 7th 8:30-12 http://allseattletango.com/mb/topic/milonga-212-1st-nt-is-tuesday-february-7th-830-12#post-687 Mon, 30 Jan 2012 20:43:13 +0000 workbill 687@http://allseattletango.com/mb/ Yay! The Milonga you used to host at Mixtura's was amazing, and I bet this will be a blast too! You bet I'll see you down there. Thanks Patty! Bill Sims 2 follower spots left http://allseattletango.com/mb/topic/2-follower-spots-left#post-686 Mon, 30 Jan 2012 16:01:00 +0000 MaxKepler 686@http://allseattletango.com/mb/ Hi All, I have only two follower spots left in my sacadas series class starting tonight at 7:15 at the Phinney Center. This is a small-group class, limited to the first 12 students to sign up and the pace will be much more intensive than my recent beginners' and Level 2 series. FOLLOWERS: In this series, Kathryn and I will be addressing topics highly relevant to followers including axis, grounding, and shaping of the free leg. We will also delve into how the recognize opportunites for the elusive follower sacada, and give you plenty of practice time with the fabulous leads signed up for this class. I hope you can make it! (This series is now closed to leaders unless you are signing up with one or more followers.) Email me this afternoon if you'd like one of the 2 remaining follower spots. Please visit at the class webpage at <a href="http://dancekepler.com/tango/mondayclass.html" rel="nofollow">http://dancekepler.com/tango/mondayclass.html</a> for more information about this class series. *Max* MILONGA 212 - 1st Nt is Tuesday, February 7th 8:30-12 http://allseattletango.com/mb/topic/milonga-212-1st-nt-is-tuesday-february-7th-830-12#post-685 Mon, 30 Jan 2012 09:16:56 +0000 Patty Leverett 685@http://allseattletango.com/mb/ Announcing a new monthly 1st Tues MILONGA in downtown Kirkland on Seattle's eastside!! This is a newly remodeled, Tuscan like Bistro & Bar, recently opened by 3 well liked local restauranteers:-) It has charming ambiance, a great full & lite bite menu - good wine list & full bar - Happy Hr 8:30 to close. The owners are excited to welcome Tango Nts there - NO COVER - please patronize the establishment!! The dance space is cozy and inviting - good sound system - free street parking - easy access from I405. Check them out - <a href="http://www.twotwelveoncentral.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.twotwelveoncentral.com</a> Music will be played in traditional Tango, Milonga, Vals Tandas - B.A. dance codes in effect please..!! If this Milonga is sufficiently popular, the owners will consider putting in a DJ sound system out front:-) Q's Patty at 206.595.2047 or <a href="mailto:mstangosita@juno.com">mstangosita@juno.com</a> Milonga Arrebato http://allseattletango.com/mb/topic/milonga-arrebato#post-683 Sat, 28 Jan 2012 21:51:49 +0000 MouradZ 683@http://allseattletango.com/mb/ Because Maxi's workshops will end at 7:00 PM tomorrow Sunday, Milonga Arrebato will start at 7:00 PM. See you, Mourad EASTSIDE MILONGA w/DJ Dubrovay tonight Friday,1/27 http://allseattletango.com/mb/topic/eastside-milonga-wdj-dubrovay-tonight-friday127#post-681 Fri, 27 Jan 2012 00:40:26 +0000 Patty Leverett 681@http://allseattletango.com/mb/ Monthly Milonga w/8:15 lesson/9pm dance w/DJ Dubrovay at DanceWorks Studio in Redmond Friday, 1/27 - hosted by Patty, James & Johnny at DanceWorks Studio in downtown Redmond - this friendly Milonga offers pre dance Tango lesson & 2 dances for $10 - please join us - Gabriela will also be there with her books for review & purchase - more info at <a href="http://www.mstango.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.mstango.com</a> The Green Lake Milonga re-opens tonight http://allseattletango.com/mb/topic/the-green-lake-milonga-re-opens-tonight#post-680 Thu, 26 Jan 2012 01:00:21 +0000 Green Lake Milonga 680@http://allseattletango.com/mb/ Bigger, Better, Monthly. The Green Lake Milonga opens its doors on the 4th Thursday of every month. Come celebrate tonight with DJ Andrew Brown. Dancing from 9pm to 1am. Class from 8-9, Elegant Walking, with Rachel & Bill. See you there. Sacadas series starts Monday, only 4 follower spots left http://allseattletango.com/mb/topic/sacadas-series-starts-monday-only-4-follower-spots-left#post-679 Wed, 25 Jan 2012 00:22:45 +0000 MaxKepler 679@http://allseattletango.com/mb/ Sacadas series with Max Kepler and Kathryn McDonald Mondays, 1/30-2/20, 7:15-8:45pm, $60 ** 4 follower spots left ** In this four week series, we will cover linear vs. circular sacadas, leader and follower sacadas, cross vs. open step sacadas, sacadas in close and open embrace, sacadas from overturned ochos, and how to integrate sacadas seamlessly into your social dancing. A few of the questions we will address are: For followers and leaders: How can you stay grounded and maintain a nice connection during sacada displacements? Especially for followers: What makes a pretty leg line during the recovery from a sacada displacement? What can you do to keep your balance during dynamic sacadas? How can you tell when the lead is inviting you to displace him or her for a follower sacada? Especially for leaders: How can you make a deep sacada step without throwing the follower off axis? Where can you find opportunities for sacadas within your dance? Just a few spaces are left in this class. Please email Max to request a follower spot or to be put on the leader waiting list: <a href="mailto:dancekepler@gmail.com">dancekepler@gmail.com</a> .