Available now 'Tango July Workshop': Finally we have managed to compile the July 2006 weekend Tango workshop with Peter Waller and Lisa de Lazzari from Club de Tango in Sydney. There are many interesting footages from the weekend, including some of the steps and advice received during the workshop as well as Peter and Lisa's performance at the memorable Milonga night. The Tango workshop CD is now available for members for a period of up to 1 week. Make contact with us and order your CD! You can also access the workshop photo gallery section online at the Cambalache Tango Club website at www.iinet.net.au/~monrod

[click on the image to view the July Workshop picture gallery]

New Tango Articles: In this section you'll find a collection of Tango related Articles that can assist you answering the most common questions about Tango dance. What is Cambalache? Is Tango a 'macho' dance? Is there only one form of Tango? What is the beginners' crush? Am I experiencing Tango addiction problems? What are the essentials of Tango? Do you know of any Tango poems? What is the Milonga Etiquette? Is Tango a state of the soul? Find out all the answers in our Tango Article section available online.

[click on the image to visit the Tango article section online]  

October Tango Workshop in Launceston: Two Tango teachers from the Tasmanian Tango Club in Hobart are running a 2 hours workshop at the Launceston CTC! Rowena and Sonny are Tasmania's most experienced instructors of Tango. They are very converse with the latest teaching techniques from Buenos Aires as a result of their training in Australia and overseas. They will be covering the fundamental elements of Tango dancing aiming to the beginner & intermediate level dancers. Some of the main topics are: a) Fundamentals to get you on the dance floor; b) Lead & Follow; c) Connection in the Embrace; d) Posture, balance & pivots; e) Etiquette for social dancing and; f) changes of direction. All elements are covered with the emphasis always on ways to incorporate them appropriately for social dancing.                      The Facts: When? 15 October 2006 at 5:30PM How much? $15pp Where? at St Catherine's Hall at 188- 192 Penquite Road in Norwood (in front of Queechy High School). No partners needed. Cash payment on the day prior to the workshop. Book early!

[More info? Click on the dancers to contact the CTC or ring 0404 196 957] 

Cambalache  Tango Club & Salsa Performances: Come and watch a live Tango and Salsa performance at the St. Michael's Association Gala Dinner on 6th of October 2006 in Launceston. The Gala Dinner and performances will take place at the Spanish Restaurant 'Toros on York' at 63-65 York Street, Launceston from 7pm onwards. Tickets can be purchased directly from Meagan Bennett, Event Manager at St Michael's Association on (03) 6331 7651. The money collected will go towards local children with severe intellectual disabilities. Come and join us in this good cause!

 [click on the image for more information or contact Megan on (03) 6331 7651]

Tango & Salsa Party: Come and join the next Tango & Salsa Party here in Launceston on 7th of October 2006 at Ursula's on Brisbane from 7PM onwards. This combined Tango and Salsa party is open to the public and everyone with a particular interest in practicing their Salsa and Tango moves is most welcomed. Come and join us and be ready to have lots of fun. For further information, please feel free to contact Rachel Markos on 0409 578 107. See you at the dance floor!

 [click on the image for more information or contact Rachel 0409 578 107]

Tango is Art!: ArtTango is a new website dedicated to promote Tango. Most of the work presented have been influenced by aspects of styles such as Expressionism (by Germán Caporale); Cubism (by Liliana Desrets); Futurism (by Roberto Volta) and Realism (by Raquel Partnoy) primarily. These expressions  of the Tango experience are not so much about aesthetics beauty but more about being caught in this body and in this world as separate beings. They do not transcend, as it's not about enlightenment but is about being bound by a body who’s desire we have aimed to tame. (Comments by artist Karin Lettau)

 [click on the image to view the gallery or go to www.elortiba.org/artango.html]

New Year's Eve Milonga: This event will take place at the Tango Hall in Burnie from 31 December 8pm until well into the New Year. A relaxed BYO-everything night for all tangueros & tangueras from everywhere. If your usual tango-venue is closed, why not come to NW Tasmania for the holidays? The NW Tango Club can also assist you with very basic accommodation a 10 minute walk away from Tango Hall, but please let them know in advance if you intend to come. If you prefer more comfort, book into Weller's Inn next door: phone (03) 6431 1088 or any other accommodation in town. There is a good selection of music, but you are welcome to bring along your favourite tangos, milongas and valses.

[click on image for more information or contact the NW Tango Club on 6435 2007]

Get ready to Tango this summer: A total of four free Tango Workshops will be held at the Queen Victoria Museum from 6 to 7PM on 11; 12; 15 & 17 of January 2007 as part of the Tasmanian Creative Arts Summer School to be held from 10 to 19 January 2007. The summer school is a new initiative of the University of Tasmania, in partnership with the Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery , TAFE and the Launceston City Council. A diverse range of creative arts workshops will be held at the Academy of the Arts and other locations around Launceston. All Tango workshops are free of charge and open to members of the general public. Limited numbers so book early!

[click on image for a full program or contact Mhaira at the Council on 6323 3219]

Dancers of the Month: At the Cambalache Tango Club (CTC) we value perseverance, natural talent, commitment and passion for Tango dance. In recognition of these qualities is that we have decided to acknowledge the effort of two of our students this month. Congratulations to Kim Allen and Robert Bryant. Next month will be free of charge for you! Stay tune and check the incoming monthly newsletter, you may be the next winner!

[click on the image to contact us or ring us on 0404 196 957] 

New Tango Movie 'Tango or Death': 'Tango or Death' is a new documentary which was recently completed by RedCreek Productions in Argentina. This new film will be released in different languages (including English) in September 2006. The film is a portray of the Orquesta Tipica Fernandez, the most exciting new tango orchestra in decades, and was filmed in Argentina, Uruguay, Switzerland, Austria, Italy, Holland and Germany. We will be screening this movie at the NYE Milonga in Burnie on 31 December 2006 at 6PM.

[click on the image to watch the movie trailer or visit www.redcreek.info] 

Viva Magazine: At the Cambalache Tango Club we now have the hard copy of the recent issue of VIVA Magazine. This is the only Australian lifestyle magazine about the Latino world. On this issue you'll find all about the FIFA World Cup; Cubans in Australia; Oliver & Luda (Salsa 2006 World Tour); Los Van Van and it's four decades of musical success and the Australian Tango Championship which is simply the best of the Australian Tango world. If you would like to access this amazing magazine please let us know by phoning the CTC on: 0404 196 957.

[click on the image to visit the VIVA website at www.vivamagazine.com.au]

Incoming Tango Practices: As usual, we are having regular Tango Practices (free of charge) at the City Park Rotunda (Monkey's Park) on Wednesdays or Thursdays from 1:00 to 2:30 (lunch time). During October 2006, we are meeting on Wednesday 4th; 18th; and Thursdays 12th and 26th of October 2006. Everyone is welcomed to enjoy the music & dance in this beautiful place within the hearth of Launceston. No bookings/partners/experience required. Just turn up!

[click on the photo for more information or contact us on 0404 196 957]

Tango Horoscope: Do you want to discover what's ahead for you this year? Is Tango and the star signs related in a some way? What is waiting for you on the dance floor? Will you meet the person of your dreams at the next Milonga? Should you dance with an Aries? Why is Tango a game for a Gemini? Are Taureans slow learners? Looking for the creative movements of a Pisces or the courage of a Leo? Find out this and much more visiting the 2006 Tango Horoscope online on our website at www.iinet.net.au/~monrod

 [click on the image to view the 2006 Tango Horoscope online]

Let's watch Tango on September 24th: The movie 'Tango' from Carlos Saura is art on the big screen. So vibrant, colourful and passionate. The music, the scenes, the stage set, the story are all magnificent. The stage design and setting are remarkable and every scene in itself could create a perfect photograph. A masterpiece! A movie every tango lover must watch! That is why we are getting together to watch this movie on Sunday 24th of September at 4PM at Petra's house in Riverside. Don't forget to bring some food & drinks to share and if you need any help getting there, please contact us.

[click image to watch trailer or visit: www.sonypictures.com/classics/tangomovie]