Tango can be found in many cities, counties, and suburbs of the Bay Area. Alma del Tango (ADT) is the gem in Marin county, located in the northwestern part. It will be celebrating the 26th anniversary at their Milonga de San Anselmo on September 23rd, 2022 with live music performances featuring visiting artist Hugo Satorre on bandoneon collaborating with local musician Seth … [Read more...]
The Dome, a tango event space unicorn
If you haven't heard of The Dome or haven't yet been there for a live tango music event, you are missing out. What is The Dome & who is behind it? The Dome Center for Art, Music and Dance, is a dome-shaped live/work space for Bay Area artists in Oakland, established by the renowned sculptor Peter Voulkos in 1976. Now under the direction of Pier Voulkos, Clay Jensen, … [Read more...]
Tango with Pablo and Adrian
Tango music can be very uplifting. Whenever I feel sad, frustrated or anxious, by listening to Tango music, I feel immediately better, and sometimes even joyous. This is especially true when its live music. There is something about the energy produced by the musicians into the instrument that reverberates into the heart and soul of the listener. One cannot help but to be pulled … [Read more...]
Milonga Spotlight: CMC Mission Milonga
The CMC Milonga is a wonderful intimate milonga in the heart of the Mission. It's held in a beautiful Victorian concert hall with smooth wooden floor and outdoor patio. This monthly Milonga, held every 2nd Saturday of the month, often includes live music and dance performances by local and international Tango guests. Plus, all ages are welcome to come dance or just … [Read more...]
Looking for Tango on Valentine’s Weekend?
With Valentine’s Day quickly approaching, this is a good time for a round-up of upcoming SF Bay Area Tango events. For some reason, many consider Argentine Tango to be romantic, passionate or sensual. Perhaps it’s the physical closeness of the dance, the intertwining of legs or the serious, contemplative look on dancers faces. For those who dance tango regularly, we know that … [Read more...]