In Tango, when we think of Berkeley, most people think of the Beat. And for good reason of course. The Beat has maintained its status over the years as a great place for Tango primarily due to the Monday nights Practica and the monthly All-Nighter. That being said, there is now another reason to head to Berkeley for Tango. It’s Milonga Sácale Punta held every 2nd and 4th … [Read more...]
Teacher Spotlight: Cristian and Fernanda of Feeltango
Learning tango may seem complicated and challenging at first, but what it really comes down to is feeling and connection. When dancing Tango it helps to find connection with the music, your partner and your own emotions. Cristian Sierra and Fernanda Valdovinos of Feeltango teach from this perspective. They are a friendly and enthusiastic couple from Santiago, Chile who have … [Read more...]
Tango to benefit Ashkenaz
Tonight, Saturday July 21st, is an exciting Tango event benefiting Ashkenaz Music and Dance Community Center. Ashkenaz, in Berkeley is a very fun events venue presenting awesome concerts, music and dance workshops rooted in traditional cultures from around the world. Ashkenaz supports local and international bands of both established and emerging artists in a "respectful, … [Read more...]
Live Tango with Orquesta Z
This Sunday, June 24th, Orquesta Z performs at the Historic Claremont Hotel for a very special milonga. Orquesta Z is the Bay Area's newest tango orchestra, founded in 2011 and led by veteran Tanguero, Bendrew Jong. All band members are life-long musicians as well as tango lovers and dancers who wish to share all the passion, joy, sadness, and intimacy that is unique to … [Read more...]