Friday 29 August 2014
Summer is still here and the Tango Nomads are coming !
This coming Wednesday September 3rd, 7.30 -10.30pm we welcome some great experienced teachers the "Tango Nomads" to start our new autumn programme - their perspective is genuinely refreshing, practical and hugely informative, + we can all gain something from them to help us enjoy our tango even more! You are encouraged to attend the whole evening if possible (the second class will be accessible for those with 2 months and over experience) and there will be our usual practi-break between the classes, to ensure time for a quick refreshing tea, a dance or if you're lucky, both!
I hope there will be some new faces as well as the lovely familiar ones on Wednesday - we all enjoy sharing our tango with new friends.
This week we are meeting at the central Malvern location, The Lyttelton Well, Church St., next to the Priory church, look forward to seeing you there!
Tango Malvern web site is http://www.tangomalvern.com
http://tangonomads.net/tango-malvern-september-2014/
Saturday 11 May 2013
tango evolving, yes!
Tango Malvern web site is http://www.tangomalvern.com
Wednesday 9 November 2011
Twelve minutes of love
Sunday 5 June 2011
inspire and renew me please
Tango Malvern web site is http://www.tangomalvern.com
Thursday 20 January 2011
We spoil you, Tango Siempre in Malvern
Venue :
Colwall village Hall,
Mill Lane,
Colwall, Nr Malvern,
Worcestershire
WR13 6EQ
. Tango Siempre has it all…
join us, if you dare this Valentine's Sunday Tea Dance .
Monday 3 January 2011
yummy shoes...
Monday 4 October 2010
Hey you, do you want to dance tango?
Friday 24 September 2010
local or international connection..
Sunday 8 August 2010
Summer holiday tango
The club wanted to carry on and when it came to it, I couldn't bear to stop either.
Our "bumper holiday specials" are just that - an extra dose of fun and games..
yoga for preparing to tango, technique exercises for tightening up on details, and practice sessions to let go (hopefully,) explore the steps again and enjoy, yes most importantly ENJOY the shared experience that is tango.
A young club like ours deserves to be nurtured.
Tango Malvern web site is http://www.tangomalvern.com
Sunday 2 May 2010
Tango and George Bernard Shaw, Malvern
Sunday 18 April 2010
starving in Buenos Aires
At last I return to my blog while here in Buenos Aires! What a place, it has absorbed me and challenged me ever since my arrival.
Now, the incredible force of nature, via the volcanic eruption in Iceland has resulted in me having to stay longer, well, who I am to argue?
Some nights in milongas feel surreal, sitting in dance halls that probably haven't changed since the 1940's. Some of the milongueros seem likewise, although mostly these older men are charming and so kind, perhaps glad to take a younger woman around the floor. I''ve been glad of their attention as usually their dancing is steady, straightforward and musical, a gentle way to start an evening perhaps, before encountering the young, strong and more daring style of the newer generations.
Friends from home text me and comment that I must be getting "so good" while I'm here, that would be great, although tango here doesn't seem like that, it humbles you, as it really seems to be in their bones. I have worked on my technique mostly and difficult those classes have been. I would like to return home an improved follower, as to share the tango at its best is my real desire.
Now, for the first time since I arrived here, its pouring with rain, and there is quite a storm rumbling overhead.
Hopefully, I will be able to get out tonight to a milonga though...I feel starved if I miss a night's tango!
Tuesday 23 February 2010
passionate day with Tango Siempre
Thursday 21 January 2010
Valentine's Day Argentine Tango
Sunday 17 January 2010
macho tangueros in malvern!
Sunday 10 January 2010
snow and new year resolutions
Tango Malvern web site is http://www.tangomalvern.com
Sunday 6 December 2009
sorry for the cliche
I feel tempted to address any possible readers as "darlings" because as cliched as that may seem, and also at the risk of sounding sentimental, it's how I now honestly feel when I see those lovely familiar faces across the room. We share a joy for this beautiful dance, the music, the freedom it allows us to express ourselves, the warmth of the shared embrace and that glorious connection we feel when dancing together and with our fellow dancers...
it's tango ... thank you for hosting a great night Janet and all at Tango Cheltenham.
Tango Malvern web site is http://www.tangomalvern.com
Wednesday 18 November 2009
after the ball....
After the ball is over, we can reflect on the weekend that has now passed by. Life has returned to normal, we had our regular monday class although as our guest teachers had flu we actually ended up doing a practica instead- which in some ways was no bad thing.
The salon workshops with Andreas Wichter on saturday were undoubtedly excellent making us aware of our posture, think about the embrace, and components of tango movements including 4 variations on the cross. For us mere mortals trying to lead these it was quite challenging , but he did emphasise the need to practice, and "do our homework"
I wonder how may people do go home and actually practice?
Sometimes.
But back to the glamour we shared during the "Salon" on the Saturday night. We had invited dancers to dress the part in 30's and 40's attire, to enjoy the golden age music..We didn't expect Fred and Ginger to arrive though, or the wartime RAF officer, a lady in a mink stole over 1930's black lace dress, another in a 1940's print dress with blue snood covering her hair, nor a young glamorous couple in evening dress and tuxedo, straight from Hollywood perhaps. I do hope those pictures come out, it was such a beautiful scene at the Feathers Hotel. Candles flickered on the walls and chandeliers gently twinkled. The floor was smooth and immaculate. Darkness outside the windows cockooned the select party in the ball room. Some couples sipped champagne, the perfect accompaniment to the delicate canapes. An evening to remember fondly.
Tango Malvern web site is http://www.tangomalvern.com
Sunday 8 November 2009
sublime, ultimate, perfect: can we have it?
Wednesday 28 October 2009
another Tango Malvern exciting event just around the corner!
Now we are madly organizing our next Tango Malvern event on November 14th, at the spectacular Feathers hotel in nearby Ledbury. We have been promoting salon style tango within our group, and have greatly enjoyed recent Monday night classes at Malvern with Loyd And Sandra from Birmingham.
We are now looking forward to our first visit from Andreas Wichter and preparing for some wonderful in depth workshops doing just salon tango, beautifully.... so this time its 2 special workshops in the afternoon of November 14th, and then in the evening a destined to be glittering "Salon de Tango." all in the rather glorious Feathers hotel. We aim to have a truly fabulous time!
Tango Malvern web site is http://www.tangomalvern.com
Sunday 20 September 2009
Milongas in London, Edinbugh and Belfast, oh! and also Cambridge and MAVERN!!
Now, funnily enough, I was actually at the Southampton Boat show with my partner doing something "non-tango" for a change (well, I do this sometimes!) when I was informed very kindly by my sister that there 'd been an interesting article in The Times,(TheTimes2 arts/style/life) entitled "Easy steps to save your marriage " and how not only did the article make references to various scientific research about the diverse health benefits of learning tango, including it could save your marriage and consequently also thousands of pounds of legal fees.......
but also that finding somewhere to tango or go to a milonga now is easier in recent times as these events now happen regularly "in London, Edinburgh, Belfast, as well as provincial towns including Cambridge and MAVERN."
So there you are, you know where to come, and its true, we held 2 lovely milongas back to back recently at Colwall Village Hall near Malvern, and one very special milonga at "The Fold" also near Malvern, which even had the added attractions of a tapas bar...
And we fully agree, tango is excellent for your health, see you soon fellow tangueros and tangueras!!!
Tango Malvern web site is http://www.tangomalvern.com
Wednesday 16 September 2009
Thank you for your company!
Thursday 20 August 2009
Tango Fiesta // Reminder
EARLY BIRD BOOKINGS AVAILABLE UNTIL 20th August
Friday August 28th programme:
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★ 9.00am-10.30am Iyengar yoga // £7 (both days £12)
★ 11.00am-12.30pm " essential elements of Argentine tango, re-visited "(part 1) with Isolde Kanikani
£10 or + part 2 saturday both workshops // £18
★ 12.30-2.30pm Lunchtime practica (free if taking workshops or £2 drop-in)
★ 2.30-4.00pm "follower's techniques" with Isolde Kanikani sharing some special secrets // £9
★ 4.30-6.00pm "the leader's role" with Isolde Kanikani // £9
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7-11.30pm "Milonga Relajado" with the celebrated "wheelbarrow sound
system " Fun relaxed night, bring a plate of something to share with friends, licensed bar, dress any style..
£7
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Saturday August 29th:
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★ 9.00-10.30am Iyengar yoga // £7 (both day £12)
★ 11.00am-12.30pm " essential elements of Argentine tango, re-visited"(part
2) with Isolde Kanikani £10 or + part 1 Friday both workshops // £18
★ 12.30-2.30pm Lunchtime practica // (free if taking workshops or £2
drop-in)
★ 2.30-4.00pm "playful milonga" workshop with Eduardo Bozzo and Isolde
Kanikani (for improver and intermediate levels) // £10
★4.30-6.00pm "more adventures with volcaditas, colgadas and volcadas"
(improver/intermediate levels) with Eduardo Bozzo and Isolde Kanikani // £10
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8.00pm -1.00am Fiesta milonga with "Dj Alchemist"
dress to excite in fiesta colours!! Licensed bar open until midnight.
Featuring performance by our guests Isolde Kanikani and Eduardo Bozzo.
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Still time to take advantage of early booking discounts if booked before
August 20th!
some of the most popular choices:
★ "Pick and mix pass"-any 4 workshops + 2 Milongas/ + Practicas £37
★ "Mini pass" any 2 workshops + 2 Milongas/+ Practicas £30
★ "Beginner's package"- " essential elements of Argentine tango,
re-visited"parts 1/2 + leader's or follower's workshop + 2 Lunchtime
practicas £23
Please book on-line: www.tangomalvern.com
or
book by telephone tel: 07767 200072
Monday 17 August 2009
let them eat cake....
But, we have danced in Bristol with Eduardo, and another time at Tango West's new venue under the exacting eye of Andreas Wichter...a beautiful vals workshop.....then later up in Birmingham to Lloyd and Sandra's tango club...a great milonga class as it happened...
How good it is to go to some really good classes as a tango pupil ...and we look forward to some of their future visits to "Tango Malvern"....in the autumn!!
In the meantime, The "Tango Fiesta" takes shape...workshops all planned, Iyengar yoga scheduled first thing...lots of dancing from morning till the early hours! and for those looking for alternative entertainment,(?) just up the hill at "The Chase Inn" I have just discovered there will be a 3 day beer festival...perhaps the ideal sortie for the men when their partners are involved in "the specifically for followers workshop" (!) and perhaps then vice-versa!! everything in moderation though!
Perhaps slightly less risky, just round the corner from our Fiesta venue (Colwall Village hall) there is a sweet little cafe called the " Bonne bouche" my friend Mhari told me about it, consequently we obviously had to sample their wares of course..so you know where you'll find us when the call for tea and cake is overpowering!! Isn't tango wonderful, it teaches you so much.. to connect with yourself and others and live life to the full.... that coconut cake was very good indeed....
Tango Malvern web site is http://www.tangomalvern.com
Sunday 26 July 2009
tango our passion..
Where to start though? Tango Malvern the young tango club in Worcestershire, carries on quietly growing and developing...we near the end of our what would we call it, term perhaps? We need a few weeks to regenerate and refresh ourselves and while a lot of our tangueros are away on their family holidays, doing their gardens, attending Harley Davidson rallies, dressage events, weddings, or whatever....we will be busy refining all our plans and details for our first ever Tango Fiesta in Great Malvern, scheduled for the weekend of August Bank holiday.
But what a wonderful few weeks we've been having here in the heart of the England, or the "New Three Counties Tango society?" perhaps? Another point to discuss?
Last weekend we hosted an impromptu tango event with Aisha and Victor, the charmingly passionate couple from Buenos Aires, at a wonderful venue nearby to Malvern, an "ecoCafe"in a beautiful converted barn, complete with tapas and a bar. The atmosphere was similar to a private party. The numbers seemed about right, almost perfect balance, and even my first shot at "Tango dj" got the thumbs-up, which I was extremely grateful for, thank you! We were delighted to the positive response about Asha and Victor's teaching during the workshops we arranged, they were clear and direct, while reminding both men and women of their vital roles to ensure the essence of tango is not forgotten. We had some laughs which illuminated the serious looks of concentration, "Ladies! choose your favourite chest! and " Men! choose your favourite cleavage!" summed it all up...only someone with such a charming accent as Aisha could say such a thing perhaps, yet really it is so appropriate, so refreshingly non-PC, alarmingly sexist perhaps, so perfectly Tango! We love tango.
Tango Malvern web site is http://www.tangomalvern.com
Friday 19 June 2009
Take a chance with tango...
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Friday 22 May 2009
Spas, Festivals and Parties!!
However, last weekend was a another matter as we drove over to Coventry to join the "Tango Spa", Tango Warwick's 2nd festival. Not a huge distance to drive, about an 1hr 15 mins, and a cheap hotel into the bargain! Credit crunch proof. Not only that, but we had the compete joy of joining workshops run by Ricardo Oria and Jenny Frances the top teachers themselves from Edinburgh! Their dancing is non other than beautiful, elegant and flowing, an inspiration to hold in our minds for a long time... The DJ workshop we took part in with Ricardo Peixoto, Rui "El Galerudo"Resende, and Ricardo Oria, was a highlight for us in what was a brilliant full-on learning weekend, for, in a "relaxed sitting around a table situation" we were able to fire questions at this amazing panel of expert DJs and dancers, really getting to the heart of what being a tango DJ is all about...now we have to finesse our skills on watching the dancefloor and selecting the right tangos at the right times!! (no small order..)
The "Tango Spa" certainly did live up to its "soak yourself in tango" promise.....well done and grateful thanks to Ricardo and Su for their energy and faultless organization!
Now, we need to get to work with plans for our own little tango fiesta, in the diary for the weekend of August 28th (Friday) and Saturday 29th , running into sunday if enough interest... We are very excited about this, as it will be the first of its kind in Malvern, and we know that tangueros will love the chance of walking and running, maybe even dancing a tango, across the stunning Malvern hills literally on our doorstep! A romantic location with a wonderful set of teachers, workshops and events into the bargain!
A beautiful airy modern village hall with excellent dance floor is already booked for the Friday and Saturday, with the possibility of a small marquee on the Sunday for mini workshops and garden tea party is being considered! "Marquee Malarkey" would do this if we go ahead, as we already have experience of their fabulous "Latin-American championship standard" portable dance floors, in effect enabling us to set up and tango virtually anywhere....
I might even get a chance to play some suitably English music of Edward Elgar when I serve the tea and scones in the garden!
Dream on... there's loads of work to do in the meantime...
Tango Malvern website is http://www.tangomalvern.com
Wednesday 6 May 2009
I'll have what she's having..
Friday 17 April 2009
sleeepy old Malvern tries el Cabeceo!
Wednesday 8 April 2009
we are all in awe, or in love perhaps..
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Tuesday 31 March 2009
Edward Elgar and Francisco Canaro..
The Malvern people seem hungry for this cultural development, and already mutterings are heard from those toying with the idea of planning trips to Buenos Aires ...maybe we could organize a grand tour...a little way off perhaps.. but not impossible by any means..
Certainly this summer we will be holding our first milonga at the very least....Plans are afoot!
And maybe another reason why I'm able to think about such big plans now is that a special Irish Setter is looking much better now, and is allowed out again for some "moderate" walks on the malvern hills, where it's not only the Enigma Variations you can hear these days across the breeze....
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Friday 20 March 2009
shall we practica or milonga?
There are events on this weekend, Bristol, a milonga with La rosa on Saturday, and also locally at Ross, with their practica at The Courtfield Arms , Lower Lydbrook, Nr Ross on Wye, which brings me to the subject of choice. sometimes how does one make the decision? After all, both possibilities have their attractions, one is really quite near and the other about an hour away down the motorway. Practicas are lovely for simply enjoying dancing with some of your familiar dance partners. It doesn't matter if you make a "mistake," for either the man or the woman, as you are supposed to be there to practise anyway, so you can learn from those experiences for the better hopefully. The practica is also an excellent first social dancing forum for the beginner, as you don't need to worry quite so much about the "Codigos"(codes of behaviour) although its also a good place to start observing the general rules, such as making sure you always dance in the correct direction around the room, in the "line of dance" and avoiding crashing into other dancers around the floor. So in essence, the practica is a brilliant safe place to work on lots of things before you actually try the milonga. There is nothing to stop you also practising on your own, maybe just walking around the dance floor in time to the music, or using the wall as a useful prop for working on particular steps, ochos, pivots etc.. simply make use of the space available, and take every opportunity to dance with as many people as you can. It is still a relaxing social event and you can dress up if you feel so inclined as well, trying out different shoes for comfort as well if you like. Its also quite fun to have a go at practicing your "cabezeo" as well, its easier with people you know! Although quite often, its surprising how direct you have to be with someone, as they may smile back when you catch their eye, unsure about whether you're just smiling or actually trying to attract them to the dance floor! In a practica situation, I feel I can be quite brazen and if I hear a piece of music playing that I can't resist dancing to, I have been known to simply say to someone "this is a beautiful tango, its a shame to waste it!" ...and fortunately usually they agree !
This is all wonderful experience in building up the self-confidence before going to the more formal milongas. I remember when we went to our first milonga, having never been to a practica before. I might have looked the part, but when we saw the crowded dance floor swirling around with those shockingly experienced looking couples, my heart sank. Certainly my partner gulped as we tried to somehow slip in discreetly into the slow lane, while fearfully executing our first awkward little sequence of steps."the basic 8", which is even more tricky for the novice to do at a milonga, as it starts with a back step of course! A few friendly practicas would have been invaluable at this stage, but we didn't know that then. Now, having learnt the hard and painful way, and having read about the history of tango, how the Argentineans learnt it, which was mainly of course through dancing with more experienced dancers at practicas, (not milongas) I recommend to new dancers to go to practicas often, as they really can provide some of the most enjoyable dancing you'll ever have!
So maybe this week, I've decided, a practica at Ross could be the ideal therapy!
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Tuesday 17 March 2009
conflicting emotions on the tango front
I had a truly inspirational day on saturday, when I went down to Devon to attend a workshop on the cross with Andreas Wichter and friends. The train journey down there was a pleasure anyway, passing by the sunlit sea through Dawlish and Teignmouth, and the day provided me with much needed extra detail and understanding to this often underrated tango "move"...loads to practice on now, thank you Andreas for such excellent tuition!
Last night at Tango Malvern we had a very good class with Ricardo Peixoto and Su Parc from Warwick Tango. Connectivity, posture and embrace all came up in this down to earth but constructive class. And when they danced for us at the end, all eyes were drawn to them, with their natural elegance and sense of playfulness, beautiful tango indeed. .
In the meantime, this handsome Irish chap, is lying flat out in his bed, no walks for him yet sadly.....
Tango Malvern web site is http://www.tangomalvern.com
Sunday 8 March 2009
what to wear?
however one conversation was particularly amusing which occurred after a tango class down the local pub. Maybe it was the relaxing effect of the guinness, or maybe just the familiar easy manner we tend to have with our fellow tangueros..but someone started talking about what he liked a woman to wear at a milonga,...Ears pricked up, while we listened with fascination to what he'd say, "I think my favourite dress is a very slinky silk dress with no bra.." ....what?..hmm... maybe not quite what women like to hear. Then one by one we all volunteered our own thoughts on the subject, one thoughtful man referred to having an inkling towards a very fine cotton dress, "just below the knee", in maybe 1940's style, and very high heels...a good idea, yes. Another one kindly said he had no preference to what a lady wore other than she danced "like an angel", and this view was seconded by another well meaning gentleman, thank you, you are a gem!
What about the women? No stiff formal suits apparently, but, shirts that "feel good" maybe silk, linen or fresh cotton., even a nice t-shirt is ok on some men, "must be clean and fresh" was the main point, and shirts tucked in so that, one could enjoy their rear view of course. No overpowering aftershave for men or strong perfume for women either. I confessed it depends on the man but enjoy a variety of casual and formal looks and currently have a penchant for Pablo Veron's leather fedora.
So, all in all it was a quite a revealing and entertaining post lesson discussion, how many of us will heed the hints and tips we tossed around jokingly that night though?
Tango Malvern web site is http://www.tangomalvern.com
Tuesday 3 March 2009
Always thinking of tango
Last night in our class at Tango Malvern we once again enjoyed a really good number, and whilst we worked on the walk, we also introduced the beginnings of giros (turns), creating the feeling of dance, and keeping everyone busy and looking happy... .encouraging for the Malvern tango scene.
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Saturday 28 February 2009
busy week for Tango Malvern
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Wednesday 25 February 2009
opening evening success
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Wednesday 18 February 2009
The first signs of Spring
And now the snowdrops and croci suggest the first sign of spring, the birds are twittering and things are gradually blossoming here in Malvern. Preparations for the official opening night for our new monday classes are underway and we 're all looking forward to welcoming the lovely Isolde Kanikani to the Malverns as well.
Tango Malvern web site is http://www.tangomalvern.com
Sunday 15 February 2009
Pablo Veron workshop - Negracha club
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Friday 13 February 2009
working out the program
We've been busily working out our program of classes for the next few weeks. We are pleased that the lovely Isolde Kanikani will be coming to teach for 3 consecutive weeks, 23rd February, 2nd March and 9th.
After that, Ricardo and Su (Warwick Tango) will be joining us for 2 weeks on the 16th and 23rd March. They combine elegance and good technique and we are lucky to have them in Malvern.
Just hope the snow stays away now so that everyone can get around on the roads easily again. I had a scary drive back from Hereford Tango the other night, after their tuesday class, the A4103 ( through Fromes hill etc ) was like an iced roller coaster, not much fun though!
We appreciate the kindness of our friendly neighbouring tango clubs, everyone seems pleased that tango is developing in Malvern, and hoping there will be more people to dance with, and share our great enthusiasm for this beautiful past time.
Looking forward to welcoming friends to Malvern!
Wednesday 4 February 2009
hereford fun
Monday 2 February 2009
snowed in
Sunday 1 February 2009
Tango in Cheltenham
Thursday 29 January 2009
Tango Malvern - Argentine Tango
If you already dance Argentine tango we will be pleased to welcome you, just as much as if you are completely new to the dance.
We are meeting every Monday in the middle of Great Malvern for classes for all levels with experienced Tango teachers, and also we will be holding regular practicas, where you can immerse yourself in practising your skills, or simply dance the hours away to your hearts content.
Make lots of new friends, have fun, experience incredible emotions, and, improve your posture and fitness at the same time!
Dance to authentic tango music from Buenos Aires dating from the !920s and 30s, through the golden age of the 1940’s and 50’s right up to contemporary tango music…. Be warned you may become addicted
http://www.Tangomalvern.com