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Cortinas are the musical breaks between tandas that structure a milonga night. Learn what they are, why they matter, and the etiquette every dancer should know.
Tango is both a dance and a music genre with distinct traditions. Learn how they connect and diverge to deepen your understanding and musicality.
How Gotan Project's La Revancha del Tango launched an electronic tango revolution that transformed milongas and brought new dancers to tango worldwide.
The first tanda of a milonga shapes the entire evening. Discover why opening music matters and how it influences energy, social dynamics, and connection.
Discover Astor Piazzolla's revolutionary life and music -- from Paris to Buenos Aires -- and learn how to dance to tango's most complex composer.
Explore the bandoneon, the instrument that gave Argentine tango its soul. From its German origins to Buenos Aires, discover how it shapes the music you dance to.
From Gotan Project to ambient world music, discover how electrotango and alternative tango are expanding the musical landscape for London dancers.
Discover the invisible art of tango DJing: how skilled DJs build emotional journeys through carefully curated tandas at London milongas.
Master the playful milonga rhythm and the mysterious traspié. Practical tips for leaders and followers plus essential milonga music for London dancers.
Discover Rodolfo Biagi's infectious staccato piano style and learn how to match his playful, syncopated rhythms with joyful dancing at London milongas.
Learn to dance tango vals with confidence. Understand the waltz rhythm, practical tips for leaders and followers, and essential vals music for London milongas.
Explore Francisco Canaro's warm, rhythmic tango music and discover why his accessible sound is the perfect foundation for social dancing in London.