Defining Tango Milonguero Is Harder Than You Think
Is there a clear definition of what tango milonguero is? And, if there is, can that explain what makes it different from other ways of dancing tango? When I published my article about why I dance milonguero, it became quite obvious that the idea of “tango milonguero” means different things to different people. I was aware from my previous interactions with fellow milongueros that it’s like a cloud of shapeless meaning without clear boundaries. In his reflections about the nature of time, St. Augustine said, “If no one asks me, I know what it is. If I wish to explain…
Myths about Tango Milonguero: Shedding Light on Common Misconceptions
People have misconceptions about tango milonguero not because they don’t know how to dance milonguero, but because they don’t learn about its background, the culture, the history… or, they just don’t care. It’s their choice, but I think they miss a great opportunity because knowing helps you do it better. To be honest, I have no idea how people get their ideas about what tango milonguero is and what it is not. I just know that I did it by reading and watching, mostly because I tried to understand the mindset of milongueros from the Golden Age – because to…
Why I Dance Milonguero: 4 Compelling Reasons You Should Too!
Yes, milonguero! Just like those old milongueos from the Golden Age of tango… at least that’s my goal. Since my early months, I’ve been focused on developing repertoire and musicality, back then known as “tango salon” or just simply “tango,” but today referred to as “milonguero.” Not only that, I try to dance in its simplest and purest form. If you see me on the dance floor doing more than three sequences, I’m often not quite happy with my dancing. I certainly know much more than that minimalist version I insist on, but I strongly believe that good dancing is…
Cabeceo: A Comprehensive Beginner’s Guide
Teachers are useless…
They are… …if you don’t ask the right questions. Yes, no teacher can help you learn if you’re not curious and unable to ask what really matters. Pablo Picasso once said, “Computers are useless, they can only give you answers.” That holds true for tango teachers as well. However, that doesn’t mean that a tango student has no use for a teacher. It simply means that teachers can’t help you learn if you’re not asking meaningful questions. A teacher can only show you the door; it’s up to you to open it and make your own journey. You are your…