The milonga is dead. Long live the milonga!
One of our oldest milongas has now ceased. I remember when Margaret and Tricia tentatively started, hoping people would turn up. And after 14 years the choice is now to … Continue reading
The dangers of intellectualising tango
We have come back from the summer tango break with renewed enthusiasm. From not only the teacher’s perspective but also from the students’. The Braidwood students are now starting their … Continue reading
Practilonga in Braidwood
We Braidwoodians need some tango practice, and after the fires our town needs some cash injection. We’ve come to you in the past and now we are asking you to … Continue reading
Further thoughts on teaching tango to beginners
I have just watched a video of myself be sergeant major in a tango class. I was shocked at how harsh my voice sounded and how brusque I was. NO … Continue reading
Book review: Enjoy Getting the Dances You Want by Oliver Kent
Although slightly daunted at the prospect of reading 231 pages of tango tips, Oliver Kent’s book made me laugh and nod from its very first pages. It is crammed full … Continue reading
The next tango in Braidwood
I began teaching Argentine Tango to a few Braidwood people about 10 years ago. I had around 6 to 8 students, and of course, more women than men. It lasted … Continue reading
Dancing in London – Fridays
Last post from the London scene, as I wait for my flight back to antipodean winter. Let me tell you about Carablanca. This entrance is around the back, but Red … Continue reading
Dancing in London – Wednesdays
No photo as yet because my friend Karl has it on his phone. I first met Karl at the Dome 5 years ago. I remember we did the cabeceo in … Continue reading
Dancing in London -Tuesdays
Tuesday was a hot day in London. I had arranged to meet Anthony at a venue neither of us had been to before. Tango at the Jewel Bar. We haven’t … Continue reading
