Primeros Pasos September 2009

Tango Argentino Primeros Pasos
(course for complete beginners)

Organized by TangoMalta & MUSC, taught by Nathalie Mifsud

Argentine tango is a beautiful dance and it has attracted the attention of most major cities in the world. Even here in Malta we have a group of tango enthusiasts who are only too happy to pass on their knowledge of this addictive dance.

Place - University Common Room

Dates
Wednesday 9th September 2009 at 19.30
Wednesday 16th September 2009 at 19.30
Wednesday 23rd September 2009 at 19.30
Wednesday 30th September 2009 at 19.30
Lessons are 1:30hrs long.

Apart from these lessons, we also meet every week for our regular Milonga. I will hold a 1 hour practica before the milonga around the time of your last lesson so that you can come and practice what you have learnt.

Price
40 Euros per person
30 Euros for full-time students & senior citizens.
20 Euros for those that would like to repeat the course.

Please confirm your attendance by reply email to nathalie@tangomalta.org stating your full name and mobile number (in case we need to contact you urgently). I will be out of office for the last week of August.

Dress - What you want, normally, smart, casual.
Shoes - Followers are advised to wear well supported shoes, no flip flops. Leaders are advised against wearing long pointed shoes. Gym shoes are fine.

Dance partner No need for a fixed partner, but applying in couples makes life a little easier.

IMPORTANT: Payment can be effected on the first lesson. Please arrive a little earlier. NO refunds will be issued for missed classes. We make our utmost to maintain a leader-follower balance, therefore we must be informed of your intentions as early as possible to make the necessary arrangements. However we are not to be held responsible for any unbalance.

Gift Vouchers: Please remember that you can always give a Tango course as a gift to a loved one or a dear friend.

If you need further information and/or booking contact me on nathalie@tangomalta.org, or call 79287755 or 21456408. Private classes are also possible if you cannot attend the course.

Supported by:

August Workshops for Leaders and Followers

TangoMalta is organising two workshops aimed at playful interpretation elements in tango. The workshops will focus primarily on the use of the offbeat, for both leaders and followers.

• Due to the nature of the different roles, the plan is to hold one two-session workshop aimed at leaders, and one two-session workshop aimed at followers.
• The workshop is open to anyone who has already taken, or is taking the Principiantes course (formerly known as Beginners II).
• The workshops must be taken in couples. Most of the work will be in the couple as you have registered. So, make sure you find someone reliable!
• Due to the nature of the workshops' content, only leaders will pay for the leaders' workshop, while only followers' will pay for the followers' workshop.
• You are not obliged to take both workshops as the same couple. However, since both workshops focus on the same musical element - the off-beat - participation in both will ensure you absorb more from the sessions.
• A milonga will be held at the end of the first workshop, and a practica at the end of the second. Entrance fee is 3 euros for each event - but free for paying participants of the workshop.

Playing with the Music: Playful Elements in Tango A Two Session Workshop for Leaders It takes three to tango - a leader, a follower, and the music. This workshop will focus the playful use of the music elements in tango walking - using pauses and off-beats to turn a walk into a passionate dance. Leaders participating in the workshop are requested to bring along a willing follower, your dance shoes and a pair of ears. We will provide the rest. Although the workshop will focus on the leaders, there is much that can be absorbed by the followers participating. When: Friday 14th August 20:00-21:30 and Saturday 15th August 19:00-20:30 Where: University Common Room Price: 15 euros for the leader. Free for the accompanying follower. For whom: Anyone who has taken or is taking the Principiantes/Beginners II course. How to apply: Leaders interested in taking the course are to find a willing (and reliable) follower and contact us with your intention to take the workshop. Milonga: The Milonga de Santa Maria will be held at the University Common Room after the workshop. Entrance is free for leaders taking the workshop. 3 euros per person for the rest of the world.

Playing with the music - Adorni on the offbeat A Two Session Workshop for Followers This workshop will be focusing on what followers can do within the offbeat to adorn their dance. The first session will focus on the technique required and followers will work on their own. The second session will put the techniques gained into actual practice, and therefore you will need a leader to support you. When: Friday 21st August 20.00-21.30: Tecnica class - Adorni on the offbeat. (exercising alone, no leaders needed) and Saturday 22nd 19.00-20.30 - Adorni on the offbeat during the dance (Willing leaders needed to support you). Where: University Common Room Price: 15 euros for the ladies taking the workshop for both days and the practica. Ladies taking the Friday class only 8 euros. Free for the accompanying leader. For whom: Anyone who has taken or is taking the Principiantes/Beginners II course. How to apply: Followers interested in taking the course are to find a willing (and reliable) leader and contact us with your intention to take the workshop. If you would like to take the Friday session only, please let us know. Please email Nathalie to register for this workshop. Practica: The Practica will be held at the University Common Room after the workshop session on Saturday 22nd from 8.30pm to 11.00pm. Entrance is free for followers taking the workshop. 3 euros per person for the rest of the world.

Date	What's On	Comments
Fri 14th 20.00 - 21.30	Leaders' Session 1	Follower's support required
Sat 15th 19.00 - 20.30	Leaders' Session 2	Follower's support required
Sat 15th 20.30 - 23.00	Milonga de Santa Maria	Free to paying participants, €3 to the rest
Fri 21st 20.00 - 21.30	Followers' Session 1	Bring socks and shoes
Sat 22nd 19.00 - 20.30	Followers' Session 2	Leaders' support required
Sat 22th 20.30 - 23.00	Practica	Free to paying participants, €3 to the rest

11th August 2009: Milonga del Sur

Milonga del Sur goes to the Marsa Sports Club next week on Tuesday 11th August from 9pm onwards. We will be dancing in an open air area by the pool.

Getting there:

(A) Driving in the direction from Paola/Fgura/Airport - to Valletta:
Main entrance to Marsa Sports Club from Aldo Moro Road (the wide road opposite the Intercomp/Scan/Ventura Appliances showroom). Drive straight up road with sports ground and rugby pitch on left. Entrance to Club on left through barrier.

B) Driving from the Sliema/Qormi/Zebbug/Rabat:
Other entrance to Marsa Sports Club from near the large car park near the Horse Racing track (Near Lowenbrau Brewery). Follow narrow road with high walls either side running along the edge of race track on left /ditch and golf course on right.
Entrance to Club on right through barrier.

PARKING - Along the road as barrier requires members card (or payment to park of approx €2.00). Walk up to main entrance of Marsa Club (approx. 100m).

Straight through entrance to the pool area - Dance area on right (you will hear the music) . There is a very good open air restaurant at the club - meals/snacks/drinks etc will be available.

Tango Malta thanks Joe & Jenny for making this event possible.

4th August 2009: Milonga del Sur

Our next Milonga del Sur will be on Tuesday 4th August at Il-Forn, Birgu from 9pm onwards.

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Remember that tomorrow (Sat 1st Aug) David is organising a BBQ - I am attaching a map of where it is. We will be there from 7pm onwards - bring your own food and drinks. And if you haven't, don't forget to email David to RSVP - dbugeja@gmail.com - Everyone is welcome!

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On Friday 7th Aug, Henri and Dorothy are organising yet another Milonga! So keep the evening free (more details out later)

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On Saturday 8th Aug, Nathalie is hosting a Practica at the University common room from 6pm onwards.

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And those intermediates who will be missing having lessons during August, Nathalie is holding for the first time Tango Creativo - Come and polish up your ocho cortado, giro and other elements that you have learnt and explore the creative ways in which you can use these elements.

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And finally a big thanks to all of you who have been supporting our activities and creating such a vibrant tango scene. Remember to spread the word to all your friends - Next beginners course (Primeros Pasos) will be starting in September, so help us recruit new tangueros/as and spread the fun!

Social Event - BBQ

David is organising a BBQ for all the Tango lovers and friends. This will be a nice opportunity to have some time to socialise together. Details are as follows:

Date: Saturday, 1st August
Time: 7pm onwards
Venue: Bajja tal Qortin ( the road before Armier, with a sign saying Ramla Bay Hotel)
Food and drinks: everyone brings own food
BBQ sets: At least 3 sets are needed
Charcoal: At least 6 bags of Charcoal

Portable Light: If you have one bring it over

Chef: David Bugeja volunteered (any help is greatly appreciated)

Please confirm your attendance by sending an email to David Bugeja on email dbugeja@gmail.com

For those who are going to bring BBQ sets, charcoal or portable light please indicate this in the email.

David and TangoMalta are looking forward to share this summer event with you.

30th July 2009: Milonga al Mar de Marsamxette

Our friends, Henri & Dorothy (Scicluna), have taken the initiative to organise a Milonga for us next week on Thursday 30th July. Following at the details:

Milonga al Mar de Marsamxette
Place: Zmerc, Marsamxette Valletta
Time: 9pm onwards

For further details email us.

21st July 2009: Milonga del Sur

This coming Tuesday: Tango Malta's regular Milonga del Sur will be held at Il-Forn, Birgu, from 8.30pm onwards.

14th July 2009: Milonga del Sur

Argentine Tango - Milonga del Sur organised by Tango Malta. Tuesday 14th July at Il-Forn Art Gallery and Wine Bar, Birgu, from 9pm onwards, with a one-hour practica from 8pm. Open to all levels.

7th July 2009: Milonga del Sur

Our next milonga will be held on Tuesday 7th July 2009 at Il-Forn Art Gallery and Wine Bar, Birgu, from 9pm onwards. The Milonga is preceeded by an assisted practica by Nathalie and Gordon from 8pm to 9pm.

Principiantes Tango Argentino July 2009

We are holding a four session Tango course in conjunction with MUSC, building upon Primeros Pasos. The course will be taught by Nathalie Mifsud.

Course Content: Sanguichito,Ocho Cortado,Cross and Giro

Who may apply: All those that have done Primeros Pasos (beginners level 1), or have done some private sessions that covered the basic steps in tango, like walking, outside walk, side step and ochos.May I remind you that anyone intending to take intermediate courses have to be fluent in this course first, since we would not be repeating but building on it.

Dates:

Thursday 9 th July

Thursday 16 th July

Thursday 23 rd July

Tuesday 28 th July

Time: 7.30pm – 9.00pm (pls be punctual)
Place: University Common Room

Price:
40 Euros for the 4 sessions
12 Euros for a single session
20 Euros for those who would like to repeat the course

Please email Nathalie to register for this course.