October 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th
726 E. Burnside St., Portland
6:30 - 7:30 PM ARGENTINE TANGO Level 1B (BEGINNERS) with Megan.
Level 1 is for total beginners, folks with just a smattering of drop-in classes, and students who want to start learning "the other" role. The goals are to familiarize students with basic tango concepts and movements, to provide a solid foundation for more complex or subtle tango, and to have fun!
In October, we work on the fundamentals of lead:follow, connection, the embrace, playing with the music, returning check steps, a check turn, and a classic Tango phrase, the Ocho Cortado. All in the parallel system, and using both tango & milonga rhythms. No partner required. No pre-requisites.
7:30 - 8:30 PM ARGENTINE TANGO Level 2B (BEYOND BEGINNERS) with Megan & Bill Alsup.
Level 2 builds on the skills established in Level 1 and adds another layer of foundational material. We refine lead:follow principles, introduce the 3rd of the basic rhythms (vals), and add key new concepts and vocabulary.
This month is Turns, Turns, Turns! They are essential components that add more fun, variety, navigational flexibility and musical expressiveness. We'll learn the molinete pattern, how enter and exit in both crossed and parallel systems, and how to maintain good connection with your partner while you turn. Pre-requisites: Level 1A & 1B, or instructor pre-approval. No partner required.
8:30 - 9:30: PM ARGENTINE TANGO Level 3 (INTERMEDIATE) with Megan & Bill. Level 3 focuses on taking lead: follow techniques to a higher level, strengthening the connection between partners, expanding and polishing the step repertoire, and deepening responsiveness to the music itself. Emphasis is always placed on clear, attuned lead and follow skills, as well as usability.
In October, the topic is Sacadas & Volcadas (Playing with the Follower’s Free Leg): Leading & following gentle, clear displacements, and off-axis leg swings. Pre-requisite: a minimum of Levels 1A, 1B, 2A & 2B - or instructor pre-approval.
For info or pre-approval, contact meganpingree@comcast.net.
To pre-register, contact info@viscountstudios.com or call 503-226-3262.
