Mondays -- August 6, 13, 20, 27
at Viscount Dance Studio B, 726 E. Burnside, Portland
6:30 – 7:30 Level 1B – Beginners (with MEGAN only)
Fundamental lead & follow technique, check steps (including a side check) with “returns,” a couple of variations on a check right turn and finally, the classic Ocho Cortado –- all in the parallel system.
(No pre-requisite. Levels 1A, 1B & 1C are all pre-requisites for Level 2 at 7:30, though they do not have to be taken in that order.)
7:30 – 8:30 Level 2 – AS THE CROSS TURNS: MOLIINETES and the CROSS Advanced Beginner/ Intermediate (with BILL & MEGAN)
Often called the signature step of Argentine tango, the “cross” (la cruzada) has endless opportunities for expression and nuance. A timely follow-up for those who have completed 3 months of Level 1, including last month’s introduction to the cross. We will also work on developing clean lead & follow techniques in the all-important molinetes (turns). (Pre-requisite: minimum of Level 1A, 1B & 1C [in any order], or teacher pre-approvaL. 503 222-4691.)
8:30 – 9:30 Level 3 - CHANGES of DIRECTION: INCREASING EXPRESSIVE and NAVIGATIONAL OPTIONS. Intermediate/Advanced (with MEGAN & BILL)
From ochos, check steps, rewinds and basic (low) boleos, all the way to unexpected changes of trajectory. This class works on timing, balance, and body placement in relation to your partner to increase navigational, expressive, and musical options. (Pre-requisite: at least 6 months of classes, practicas, and social dancing, or teacher pre-approval. 503 222-4691)
$40 pre-registered series/$45 series at door/$12 drop-in.
Contact info@viscountstudios.com, or (503) 226-DANCE to pre-register.
