A Little Buenos Aires

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Teaching and interpreting TANGO in line with tradition
Christmas Stocking Fillers
Tango-ing @ the Crows Nest Fair
Mundial De Baile - 6th World Tango Championships
Nostalgia Tango Bar
The Extinction of the Bandoneon
Contango - 16 Piece Tango Orchestra

TANGO E-NEWSLETTER ARCHIVE

Teaching and interpreting TANGO in line with tradition

After teaching for a decade, Mimi and Teddy's recent trip to Argentina gained them recognition as certified Tango Maestros by Escuela Argentina De Tango in Buenos Aires.

They were the Australian teachers amongst other countries like England, Greece, Brazil, Venezuela, France, Italy, Russia, Serbia, Switzerland and USA.

As part of a professional networking team, the teachers exchanged ideas and experiences with the aim to preserve the tradition of Tango. Mimi and Teddy feel very strongly about emphasising these important aspects in their teaching.

Click here for NEW Workshops, Tango Classes and Private Lessons or call 0411 458 830

"To share our experiences with you, we have developed a NEW series of Tango Performance Workshops, Tango Classes and activities."
- Mimi

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Christmas Stocking Fillers!

A Little Buenos Aires
Tango Dance Vouchers

Orders & Enquires:
click here or call 0411 458 830

2009 Tango Expression Calendars
by David Allison

Orders & Enquires: www.tangoexpressions.com.au

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Tango-ing @ the Crows Nest Fair!

A brief note to say THANK YOU to those who came along to dance and support us at the 2008 Crows Nest Fair.
Left to right: Annette & Geoff, Hayley & Crismen, Joan & Craig. MC: Frank.

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IV MUNDIAL DE BAILE - 6th World Tango Championships

The Championships started soon after the Festival in venues throughout Buenos Aires. The Salon Tango final took placed at the 'Obras Sanitarias Stadium', the closing ceremony at 'Salon Harrod' and The Stage Tango final was at 'Luna Park Stadium'.

Salon Harrod is an old department store situated in Florida Mall that has been converted into an exhibition centre for the Tango Championships. During the day there were movies and free Tango classes for everyone to enjoy. If you didn't feel like joining the classes, you could just dance a few tandas on the huge dance floor or relax at the cafe. Every night the venue hosted live concerts and entertainment. So much to do!

Other exhibition centres associated with the Championships include 'Casa de Carlos Gardel' museum and 'Centro Cultural Recoleta'.

At the Closing Ceremony last Sunday 31st August a big crowd gathered at Salon Harrod for the last milonga where Ochestra El Fronte played live. Oh boy, you'd want to hope that you've mastered the skill of dancing on a square tile to survive this crowd.

Last night (Monday 1st Sept BA time) was the Stage Tango Final held at Luna Park Stadium. Everyone was very anxious to hear the final result. A long queue formed in the early afternoon of eager Tangueros waiting to get in.

Sixteen finalists danced with great skill and excellent choreography. The challenge of competition tends to bring out the best in many of these young dancers, giving them a reason to excel in their art.

Congratulations to the IV World Tango Champions! For more info www.mundialdetango.gov.ar

2008 Salon Tango Champions:

Cristina Sosa & Daniel Agustine Nacuchio

2008 Stage Tango Champions:

Melody Celatti and Jose Fernandez

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NOSTALGIA Tango Bar

We believe that tango is more than just a dance... it is the passion, the music, and the people. Our dear friend Carlos Caruso, an Argentinean pianist said, "Have you ever imagined how terrible life and the world could be without music? The particular sound of this place of the world where I was born and I live is the sound of the tango. I am very pleased to share it with all of you...". To learn more about his work visit: http://www.tangosbycaruso.com/ing/trayectoria.htm

'NOSTALGIA' Tango Bar aims to bring tango to everyone! Dancers and non-dancers gather to enjoy an evening of tango with family's and friends. Nostalgia Tango Bar features a wide collection of music from the traditional to the modern sounds of new tango.

For more information call 0411 458 830 or
click here for Events and Milongas

EVERY SUNDAY NIGHT 5pm - 9pm
Entry: $10pp (incl. FREE TANGO CLASS)
Venue: Freeway Hotel Dress: Smart Casual

115 Reserve Rd, Artarmon click here for location map
Free Parking, Bar and Bistro ($10 Steak Specials 5pm - 7pm)

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The Extinction of the Bandoneon

Exploring Buenos Aires and getting to know the local people exposed us to some hidden insights. One of their concerns was the extinction of the Bandoneon in Argentina.

"More than a century has passed since the Bandoneons arrival to Rio de la Plata. Over the past ten years the exportation of these instruments as souvenirs has increased to concerning levels. The shortage in supply has pushed prices beyond the reach of many locals. The instruments affordability is now a national problem in Argentina.

The Bandoneon is seen as a key tool for the expression of musicians, the survival and evolution of tango and the strengthening of Argentinean culture identify."

During the 10th Tango Festival in Buenos Aires, people signed a petition to save the Bandoneon through the work of the Civil Association La Casa del Bandoneon.

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Contango - 16 Piece Tango Orchestra

A Little Buenos Aires proudly presents Contango!

Under the direction of Maggie Ferguson, this group of 16 talented musicians (students from the Conservatorium of Music Sydney) have performed in locations including Government House, The Institute for International Affairs, Parliament House, The Sydney Conservatorium of Music and the A Little Buenos Aires Anniversary Milonga and the 2007 Christmas Ball.

Contango's live performance at the 2007 Christmas Ball was nothing short of spectacular. Winning the hearts of the Tango crowd and earning them much adoration and respect for a group rich in youth yet ever so passionate about Tango culture! We thank each and every musician for being a part of the A Little Buenos Aires 2007 Christmas Ball and look forward to seeing you again soon! Well done and best wishes!

For more information about Contango visit: www.tangomusicaustralia.com

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