I also dislike this 30 seconds of chit-chat on the dance floor. Just what is its purpose? Someone told me it was so that the dancers could hear the music before starting to dance but, IMO, that just doesn't ring true.. Firstly, they're chatting, not listening and, secondly, the 5 seconds to make the embrace is surely enough to 'hear' the music.
Of course, I might be missing something and I'd appreciate any enlightenment on the reason for this tradition in Buenos Aires. I don't think it happens in other partner dances. Jack ----- Original Message ---- > From: Dubravko Kakarigi <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > For example, I very much dislike the 20-30 second standing around on the > floor > and talking as the music starts as it is common in many milongas in Buenos > Aires. > _______________________________________________ Tango-L mailing list Tango-L@mit.edu http://mailman.mit.edu/mailman/listinfo/tango-l