The topics during the weekend are connected, and will develop from one to the next.
Sat June 8, 1:30-2:45pm and 3:15-4:30pm
Intention (that mysterious, unexplained, essential element)
We hear this word all the time, but what does it mean? We will find the mechanism of intention in the body as both followers and leaders, to make our presence and direction clear to each other, both dancers active and alive.
This is the foundational element of how we communicate in the dance, and Monica’s workshop that many experienced dancers have said afterward, ‘why did no one tell me this before?!’
Sun June 9: Expression
1:30-2:45pm
Dancing the melody
Opportunities for leader and follower, because the music has many layers to enjoy: expanding what we hear, and how we move.
3:15-4:30pm
Tango happens between the steps
Giving our movement that very tango quality, creating texture in our expression. Less is more.
Classes will start on time, please arrive a few minutes before.
@ Bright Star World Dance, LLC, 108 High St, 2nd floor, Portland ME, (Location)
Weekend packages:
Single person $140 in advance / $160 at the door.
Two people opposite role $ 260 in advance/ $300 at the door.
Cancellations: NO REFUNDS
For only Saturday (LEARN MORE)
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All levels are welcome, no partner needed. Shoes with smooth, non-sticky soles which have some flexibility are best (so socks are better than platform soles, running sneakers, or blundstones).
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This is a safe space community. When you enter this place, you become part of a dance community. Like any community, this one is shaped by everyone who shares in it. We are dedicated to offering an emotionally and physically safe space for all persons to enjoy the music, movement, learning, and culture of dance.
The milongueros I interviewed danced with these great orchestras of the best era of tango. They danced with these live orchestras playing in the same room, can you imagine dancing to Troilo and he is right there in front of you? Imagine! I danced with these milongueros who were there, in this era. I talked with them and learned from them. Most of them are not here any more; but, I carry them in my heart and their dance is with me. I would LOVE to share my Tango heritage with you.
-Monica Paz
About Monica Paz
With more than 25 years dancing and learning with the milongueros of Buenos Aires, Monica developed her teaching methodology based on these experiences and her analysis of milonguero movements. In her classes and style of teaching she shares these secrets with you so that your tango, your whole tango, will improve incredibly. These are not sequences or “steps.” These are keys to understanding and feeling what tango can really feel like. Join us for this special event! (*please read the review below)
* Last review: “I strongly recommend studying tango dancing with Monica Paz!
In the over 20 years of dancing and studying milonguero style tango, I have worked with numerous teachers. Among the few who stand out is Monica Paz. She was born into the tango culture in Buenos Aires, and has devoted her career to passing on all that she learned from the original milongueros. Sadly, most have passed, but even they could not teach because they ‘just did it’. Monica danced and talked with them over many years in order to figure out what they did to make their dance so special. She has developed an effective course of study that passes on their secrets.
The last class I took with Monica amazed me! In one hour she gave me a few simple suggestions that added fluidity and comfort to my dance. She is a gifted teacher for beginners as well as those of us who have loved and practiced tango for many years.”
Dvora Kanegis. CO. USA