The order of learning tango

Meet six people who made tango what it is today: Enrique Santos Discépolo, the orphan whose lyrics earned him the nickname “the philosopher of tango”; Osvaldo Pugliese, whose orchestra kept playing beside his empty piano, marked by a single red carnation, while he was imprisoned; ...  Show more

Why do some dancers seem to hit a plateau while others continue to grow year after year? In this episode, we explore two fundamentally different ways of understanding tango movement: downward spirals and upward spirals. We'll examine how each system organizes communication betwee ...  Show more

In this episode I discuss the importance of knowing specific elements of tango music in order to succeed as a dancer. I emphasize the significance of recognizing orchestras and understanding the different characteristics and styles they bring to the music. I share my personal ...

If you want to succeed in tango, you gotta learn the right stuff. There are plenty of dancers out there who spend years working on their tango and not getting anywhere. Frequently, it has little do with with WHAT they are learning and more with HOW they are learning it.

So you've started learning tango, now what? You might be excited, overwhelmed, confused, or a little bit of everything. What are the most important/helpful insights to keep in mind about tango to help you adapt and progress.

In this episode I share some of my mos ...

Ready to transform your milonga experience? In this episode, I delve into the crucial role of tango music in your journey as a dancer. We explore why recognizing orchestras and understanding their distinct styles is essential for truly succeeding at the milonga.