WindyCityTango, Inc. presents Marcelo Solis & Romina Hahn s introduction to Chicago July 30 thru August 4, 2004 teaching workshops and available for private lessons
Both native Argentines, Marcelo & Romina offer a distinctive style in which their superb technique creates fun patterns that everyone can readily understand. Their friendly nature, love for tango and clear method of teaching make them highly sought after in the San Francisco Bay Area as well as other festivals around the country. Marcelo Solis is an experienced dancer, choreographer and teacher. He has performed and taught throughout Argentina, Europe and the United States since 1994. Marcelo interprets tango, waltz or milonga in his own unique style: deep, with soul, an understanding of the music, with novel and versatile steps and much enjoyment. He is equally at home on a crowded dance floor as he his creating and performing. Romina Hahn started her tango training in Buenos Aires about ten years ago with great maestros such as Mora Godoy, Horacio Godoy, Sergio Natario and Alejandra Arrue, Lucas Galera and Paula Rubin. Since she moved to the U.S two years ago, she studied with Marcelo and now is his partner. Additional details can be found at www.marcelosolis.com. Milwaukeeans who recently studied with Marcelo & Romina in SF reported they loved their teaching style and the way they work together and with the students. Marcelo is very gentle; he dances as smooth as butter! I felt wrapped up safely when I danced with him! I never felt judged or nervous that he would criticize me if I made a mistake. He's very supportive and positive. His partner, Romina who participates in all classes and private lessons, enhances Marcelo s teaching style. She is able to give specific, constructive feedback. In addition to being a great dance instructor, Marcelo is personable, open and very considerate, said Pat LeCoque. WCT, Inc. workshops: Fri., July 30 - prior to the milonga Nuestro Tango featuring showcases (additional $10 for milonga) 7:00 8:15 p. Cadenas changes of direction with chain displacement, particularly good for Vals All Levels (Special Pricing for the workshop of $15 per person, no discounts apply) Sat., July 31 (afternoon) - 12:00-1:15 p. The Elegant Walk of Tango parallel vs. cross system & how it s used in front and outside All Levels; 1:30-2:45 p. Tango Turns & Pivots to the open side of the embrace; in both parallel & cross systems All Levels; 3:00-4:45 p. Dancing into your Partner s Space creating and using sacadas as you dance Intermediate Sat., July 31 (early evening) - 6:00-7:15 p. The Lead and The Follow connection & interaction for combinations & embellishments All Levels; 7:30-8:45 p. Boleos using the fundamentals for a variety of boleos from lapis to the sky! All Levels Sat., July 31 (late evening) - 9:00 p.-2:00 a. Possible showcase at Recuerdo Club milonga (6137 Northwest Highway, Chicago; $15 admission; www.RecuerdoTangoClub.com) Sun., Aug. 1 - 1:00-2:15 p. The Elegant Walk of Tango playing with the music s rhythms Intermediate; 2:30-3:45 p. Tango Turns & Pivots to the closed side of the embrace; in cross system with ocho cortado Intermediate; 4:00-5:45 p. Dancing into your Partner s Space creating and using barridas & combinations Intermediate/Advanced Sun., Aug. 1 - 7:30-9:30 p. Review Practica All Levels (See Workshop Pricing below for entrance and discount information) Mon., Aug. 2 - All Day / Evening Workshop & Private Lessons in Milwaukee, WI 7:30-9:30 p. Creating Movements Using The Connection And Dynamics Between Partners All Levels (workshop is $25 per person or$20 if you take a private lesson or other WCT, Inc. workshop with Marcelo & Solis during this tour) Tues., Aug. 3 - prior to the milonga at Giddings Plaza (additional $5 for milonga) 7:00 8:15 p. Interrupting Boleos for Ganchos & Wraps All Levels (Special Pricing for the workshop of $15 per person, no discounts apply) NOTE: All workshop subjects and locations are subject to change. WCT reserves the right to cancel workshops without adequate enrollment. Also, all Intermediate (& above) level workshops assume at least a fundamental understanding of the style or technique being taught. Directions to workshops: Fri., July 30 - Latvian Community Center, 4146 N. Elston Ave. (1= blocks N of Irving Park Rd. on W side of Elston at Hamlin); NOTE - if you are driving E on Irving Park Rd., you cannot turn N onto Elston, you need to turn N on Hamlin (1 light W (before) of Elston Sat., July 31 (afternoon) and Sun., Aug. 1 new home of Tango Vida, 346 N. Justine St., Ste. 300 (1 block E of Ashland Ave., 3 blks. N of Lake St. & 2 blks. S of Grand Ave. NOTE - if you are driving S on Ashland, you need to turn L (E) on Arbour St. immediately after you go under train track overpass); dedicated, well-lit parking lot on Arbour along north side of building; convenient to the CTA Green Line stop @ Ashland stop and 2 blks. from CTA bus #9 Sat., July 31 (early evening) DanceSport Center (una Emocion milonga location), 122 E Townline Rd. Vernon Hills, IL (the NW corner of the intersection of Route 60 and Milwaukee Ave., approximately 1 mile W of the I-94 Route 60 exit, in the Hawthorn Shopping Mall); ample free parking. For map and driving directions, contact [email protected]. Tues., Aug. 3 (evening) Barba Yianni Greek Taverna, 4761 N. Lincoln Ave. (= block S of Lawrence Ave. in Lincoln Square ) Pricing for WCT, Inc. workshops: In Chicago - 1 workshop = $20 per person at the door; $18 with advance registration. With advance payment (required), any 4 WCT workshops = $65; 6 = $95; all 8 WCT, Inc. workshops in Chicago = $120. All WCT-Special (SP) workshops on Friday and Tuesday are $15; no additional discounts apply (except for Practica). Paid attendance at each WCT, Inc. workshop gives you $2 off entrance to a Review Practica ($15) on Sun., Aug. 1. In Milwaukee a 2-hour workshop is $25 per person if taken solo or $20 with other WCT, Inc. workshops or a private lesson with Marcelo & Romina. NOTE: all guest instructing priced by the hosts. Private lesson pricing and availability: $85 (less $15 per hour for each WCT workshop you take) for one-hour private lesson; (plus cost of studio space if necessary but free space may be available); 3-5 or more individuals may schedule a small group class at $30/person/hour; 6-8 individuals is $25/p/h. Private lessons will be available Friday afternoon, July 30 through the evening of Wednesday, Aug. 4 (and in Milwaukee on Monday, Aug. 2). Please note that the $15 per hour discount applies only to attendees of WCT, Inc. workshops (i.e., attendance at classes where Marcelo & Romina are guest instructing or at the Review Practica or does not qualify you for this discount). If you cancel your lesson less than 24 hours in advance or don t show, you will be required to pay for the time no exceptions!!! SPECIAL: Paid attendance at each workshop or private will enter you into drawing for a free future WCT workshop!!! (We need your name and e-mail or phone number when you pay to enter the drawing.) A WindyCityTango, Inc. Event 2004Hosted by Phoebe J. Grant & Leroy Hearon, Jr. Contact Phoebe J. Grant at (312) 342-4335 or [email protected] or visit www.tangoparatodos.com or www.TangoCorner.com
