【Tanguisimo Monday Practica】

New Monday Practica at Tanguisimo!

Monday 8:30~10:00PM New!!!
Saturday 3:30~5:00PM
Sunday 3:30~5:00PM

* Choose one practica to come for free within one week after taking group class

2010 Taipei Tango Festival DVD

2010 TAIPEI TANGO FESTIVAL DVD

This DVD contains 80 minutes of video including dance performances and live orchestra performance of the 2010 Taipei Tango Festival. These include tango performances and argentine folklore by 4 couples of Argentinean Masters, 6 tango exhibitions by dancers from different countries, and 2 songs performed live by the iTango Orchestra.

Argentinean Masters
Roberto Herrera & Silvana Capra (Argentina)
Javier Rodríguez & Andrea Missé (Argentina)
Rubén & Sabrina Véliz (Argentina)
Pablo Rodríguez & Noelia Hurtado (Argentina)

International Dancers
Akiyoshi & Noriko Tanada (Japan)
David Chiu (USA) & Inkyoung Lee (Korea)
Masahito Namiki (Japan)
Derrick & Agnes (Taiwan)
Daniel & Weining (Taiwan)
Gustavo & Catarina (Taiwan)

Live Music
The iTango Orchestra – Led by Alvin Cheng (Taiwan)

Price: NT550 (at Taipei)
Contact YOUR LOCAL DISTRIBUTOR at these cities:

TAIPEI
Tangusísimo Tango Space
Tel: (02) 2779-1136
Add: 7F-4, No. 169, Zhonxiao East Rd., Taipei, Taiwan 106, R.O.C.
E-mail: info@tangotaiwan.com
Website: www.tangotaiwan.com

HONG KONG
Feliz Primavera 春喜堂
Tel: +852 8209-0516
Add: 2/F 55 Queen's Road Central, Central, Hong Kong 香港中澴皇后大道中五十五號二樓
E-mail: info@felizprimavera.com
Website: www.felizprimavera.com

SHANGHAI
TangoBang - Vivian and Charles
Tel: +8613671667388 / +8613671687388
Add: 545 Pudong Ave.
E-mail: info@tangobang.cn
Website: www.tangobang.cn

BEIJING
Beijing Tango
Tel: +8613661347015
E-mail: beijing.tango@yahoo.com
Website: www.beijingtango.org/

SINGAPORE
IXI Danza
Email: info@ixidanza.com
Website: http://workshops.ixidanza.com

PROMOTIONAL VIDEO

Video of Jorge & Maria

You may not be familiar with Jorge & Maria's tango style and don't know which class you should choose whilst looking at the registration form for their workshop. Here is the video of them you can take a look and then book the classes & milongas now!!

Adjustments for lessons on Oct. 31st

Dear friends,

Yvonne will not be able to teach tomorrow due to an injury. The following adjustments have been made:
Derrick and Agnes will teach Basic 2 from 2:00-3:30
The Int/Adv lesson from 5:00-6:30 will be suspended

We apologize for the inconvenience.

Tanguisimo Tango Space

Jorge Díspari y María del Carmen Workshops in Taipei

<< The Masters >>
Maria del Carmen Romero (AKA Marita "La Turca")
Born in the beautiful city of Paraná in the argentinean province of Entre Ríos, María del Carmen moved to Vicente López of Buenos Aires at a very young age. She showed interested in dancing as a little girl, and her father started to teach her to dance tango. At the age of eight, her father took her to a tango competition in a neighborhood milonga. Her father was Don Héctor Rea, uncle of the legendary Gerardo Portalea. María del Carmen and her father won the championship. On September 8th this year María del Carmen celebrated her 58th birthday, and her first 50 years of tango. After starting to dance tango she asked the adults to take her to the milongas, but it was hard back then to let a little girl enter a milonga. After growing up, she frequented the milongas dancing with the best dancers, and becomed the dance partner of Don Carlos Estévez "Petróleo". She accompanied this man, one of the greatest innovators in tango salón, in his last performances of his life. Finishing her work with "Petróleo" she met Jorge Díspari at Club Sin Rumbo, and have danced together until now...

Jorge Daniel Díspari
Jorge was born in Villa Urquiza of Buenos Aires. He liked tango since he was a child, but at that time he preferred the music and to understand the lyrics rather than the dance. In a Saturday evening he saw his parents leaving the house very well dressed and asked where they were going; they said they were going to dance tango at Club Sin Rumbo. He went with them and got strongly attracted to the dance, therefore changing his whole life. He spent two whole years going to the milongas to watch how people danced, until one day he tried to dance with somebody. Gerardo Portalea, that used to teach at Club Sin Rumbo at that time saw it and told Pupi Castello: "Lead him and let him follow..." Two years later he would meet María del Carmen Romero and would start to dance together...

<< Timetable >>
Download the PDF file

<< Class Content and Prices >>
Download the PDF file

<< Registration and Payment >>
Download the registration form

<< Argentinean masters talk about Jorge Díspari in Hong Kong >>
Leandro Oliver talks about Jorge Díspari


Alejandro Hermida talks about Jorge Díspari


<< About Jorge y Marita >>
Tango dancer Ney Melo has a very nice description of The Masters:
"Known for having one of the best "caminatas" (walk) in tango today and a master of enrosques, agujas, and lápices, Jorge is also one of the few teachers of the Villa Urquiza style of tango. This is the style made famous in the milongas at Club Sin Rumbo and Sunderland. Marita "La Turca" has a unique musicality and is precise in her use of adornments. They both learned from Gerardo Portalea, "El Turco" José, "Milonguita", Carlos Estévez "Petróleo", "Cachito" Montegaza, "Finito", José Lampazo, and Alberto Villarrazo; the original dancers who developed the Villa Urquiza style of tango."

<< About This Workshop >>
This is the first time we have an opportunity to invite milongueros to Taiwan for workshops and exhibitions. They are the teachers of many of our teachers, have danced for most of their life, and have seen too much tango; they have so much about the dance and the culture to share with us. Six workshops and a guided práctica is so short, yet we might find a gem!
Many workshops are of the level for Beginners/Intermediate/Advanced. Although it is for "all levels", we strongly recommend the advanced dancers to take the lessons. We should treasure these priceless moments and learn face to face with milongueros.
I (Daniel) will be translating throughout the lesson and try my best to transmit every single detail that the Masters say.

Come and enjoy the workshops!
Daniel and Stacy,
on behalf of the Taipei Tango Association and Tanguísimo Tango Space.

Buy your Forever Tango tickets at Tanguisimo and get 20% discount

Reserve a ticket for the Forever Tango performances at Taipei Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall on Nov. 26-28 and get 20% discount.
Show details: http://newaspect.org.tw/English/index.php

Price and shows:
2010/11/26
Fri. 19:30 Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall
500,700,900,1200,1500,2000,2500

2010/11/27
Sat. 19:30 Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall
500,700,900,1200,1500,2000,2500

2010/11/28
Sun. 14:30 Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall
500,700,900,1200,1500,2000,2500

How to reserve your ticket:
1. Book and pay at Tanguisimo Tango Space (cash only)
2. Deadline will be 15 of November
3. New Aspect will deliver us the tickets
4. Come to Tanguisimo to collect your ticket

Tanguisimo Tango Space
Address: 7F-4, No.169, Zhongxiao East Rd., Taipei.
Tel: (02) 27791136
www.tangotaiwan.com

【Tanguisimo Halloween Party】

Time for Halloween party!!! This year we will not only have more prizes for those who have the most creative costumes, there will also be a mystical performance prepared by "TangoLoco". This show is a mix of tango, fairy tale, pop dance and traditional opera. Come to find out this top secret at Tanguisimo and have fun with us all night!

Time: Oct 30th (Sat) 8:00PM~12:30AM
Place: Tanguisimo (7F-4, No.169, Sec 4, ZhongXiao E. Rd)
Entrance: NT300 including 1 drink
DJ: Daniel
Special: Lucky draw+ Best costume election+ Mystical performance by "TangoLoco"

【Tanguisimo Tango Bar】

Live tango music played by bandoneón at Tanguisimo Tango Bar on October 22nd. You will not only be able to enjoy the beautiful and touching music played by Mark Wu but also the fantastic tango dance performed by Daniel Liu and WeiNing Chen. Come to enjoy your Friday night at Tanguisimo with us!


Time: October 22th (Fri.) 8:00PM (Doors open at 7:40PM)
Venue: Tanguisimo (7F-4, 169 Sec. 4, Zhongxiao East Road, Taipei)
Entrace: NT300, tickets are sold at the door
Player: Mark Wu
Dancers: Daniel & WeiNing

【Tango Basic 1】

Experience the magic of the most sensational pair dance in the world -- Argentine Tango! No need to have a partner, and we speak English. We sustain that argentine tango should be taught by two teachers, one man and one woman, as it is the best way to learn it right.

[Thur. Tango Basic 1 ]
Instructors: Julian & Susan
Time: Every Thursday at 7:00-8:30 PM, starting on Fabruary 17th. Total 8 lessons.
Place: Tanguísimo Tango Space (7F-4, No. 169, Sec. 4, Zhong-Xiao East Road)

[ Registration and Tuition Fee ]
Registration: Please email your name, gender and contact number to info@tangotaiwan.com
Tuition Fee: NT3600 ( including one 1.5-hrs lesson and a 1.5-hrs weekend practica.)
Special Package: NT.3400 including the following for those who make the payment before February 15th:
1. One milonga ticket: worth NT300.
2. One Tanguisimo Cultural Talk ticket: worth NT200.
Payment: Pay at Tanguisimo or pay by ATM or bank transfer (Please inform us the last 4 digits of your bank a/c once you complete the payment.)
Bank: Cathay United Bank (Bank Code 013)A/C No: 027 506 106 406
Practica: Saturday or Sunday 3:30-5:00 on the same week as the class takes place.
Dress: Comfortable clothes and shoes.
Studio: 7F-4, No. 169, Sec. 4, Zhong-Xiao East Road.(Intersection of Dun Hua South Road.)

For further questions please email to info@tangotaiwan.com or call 02-2779-1136

Fanapi typhoon update

The activities at Tanguisimo on Sep. 19th will be suspended due to Fanapi typhoon.

Selling of the new stock of Comme Il Faut tango shoes will start on Monday Sep. 20th.

【Sep. 11th new Taichi☯ class @ Tanguisimo!】

Instructor: Kuan Yu Cheng
Time: Every Saturday 10:30~12:00AM (Practica: 12:00~12:30), starting on Sep. 11th. Total 8 lessons.
Place: Tanguisimo Tango Space(7F-4, No. 169, Sec. 4, Zhong-Xiao East Road)
Tuition Fee: NT3400 including one 1.5 hours class and 0.5 hour practica after class. The card should be used within 3 months. (
Discount: NT.3200 for those who make the payment before Sep. 8th and those who has joined our last session.
Registration: Please email your name and contact number to info@tangotaiwan.com
Dress: Comfortable clothes and flat shoes
Reference site: http://www.hunyuantaiji.com.cn/cnsim/index.asp

For further questions please email to info@tangotaiwan.com or call 02-2779-1136

【August 27th Tanguisimo Tango Bar】

Live tango music by TNUA Ochestra "Mr. Tango" at Tanguisimo Tango Bar this coming Friday night. You will not only be able to enjoy the live music but also the fantastic tango dance performed by Daniel Liu and Karen Yang. Plus a glass of wine and delicous cheese?! Can't be better!!

Time: August 27th (Fri.) 7:45-9:00PM
Venue: Tanguisimo (7F-4, 169 Sec. 4, Zhongxiao East Road, Taipei)
Entrace: NT300, buy your ticket at the door
Players:
Jessica Lee / Violin
Mark Wu / Bandoneon
Eliza Chen / Doublebass
Poul Chang / Piano
Dancers: Daniel & Karen
Special: Buy one bottle of wine, get one cheese plate. Cocktails: Drunk Queen & Tequila shot!

Playlist:
Piazzolla-
Adios Nonino
Milonga del angel
Kicho
Cafe 1930
Tanti Anni Prima
Mumuki
Invierno Porteno

Aug. 20th【Tanguisimo Cultural Talk】Lesson/ Milonga English in Use

2010 8th Taipei Tango Festival is just around the corner! There are more and more Tango lovers coming to Taipei to dance with us. Using English has become more important in this international Tango event. How to use some simple dialogues to chat with foreigners and even make friend with them? Let’s find out!

【Tanguisimo Cultural Talk】
Theme: Lesson/ Milonga English in Use
Speaker: Anna Chin
Time: Aug. 20th Friday 8:00-9:30PM
Place: Tanguisimo Tango Space (7F-4, No.169, Sec.4, Zhong-Xiao East Rd., Taipei)
Entrance: NT200. Coupon holders can enter for free. Drinks and snacks included.
People registering and paying by Aug. 18th at the Tanguisimo frond desk can get a copy of the demo CD of the talk.

【Speaker: Anna Chin】
Anna is a TV series lover, started to teach English in college. Although her major in college was Fine Art Education, she still pushed herself to learn English by herself. She has experiences of children’s English, adult’s pronunciation, and adult’s conversation.

【Tanguisimo Theme Milonga】- Beach party time!!

Summer is almost over! It’s time to put on your hottest outfits and come to Tanguisimo playa to dance. No need to worry to get sunburn or shark bite, DJ Doreen will bring you fascinating summer-flavoured Tango and Salsa music. Do not miss this chance!!!

Time: August 22nd, Sunday, 7:30-11:30PM
Venue: Tanguisimo playa, 7F-4, No. 169, Sec. 4, Zhong-Xiao East Road, Taipei
Entrance: NT250 including free drinks
DJ: Doreen
Dress code: Beach style (bikini, straw hat, sunglasses, sandals….Be creative!)
Special: We will have a fun “Rueda” (Salsa) lesson taught by Brandy before milonga to warm you up. It starts from 7:30PM so don’t miss it!

【Tanguisimo Classic Milonga】Amy Chen's Night Snack Party!

Amy Chen is back in town. And more! She will prepare delicious California-style night snacks to share with us. We will also have the monthly lucky draw. Don't miss it! Maybe you are the lucky one!

Time: 7/31 (Sat. ) 8:00PM-1:30AM
Lucky draw: 10:20PM
Night Snack: 11:20PM
DJ: Daniel

【Tango Basic 1】

Experience the magic of the most sensational pair dance in the world -- Argentine Tango! No need to have a partner, and we speak English. We sustain that argentine tango should be taught by two teachers, one man and one woman, as it is the best way to learn it right.

[ Sat. Tango Basic 1 ]
Instructors: Derrick & Agnes
Time: Every Tuesday at 7:00-8:30 PM, starting on September 11th. Total 8 lessons.
Place: Tanguísimo Tango Space (7F-4, No. 169, Sec. 4, Zhong-Xiao East Road)

[ Registration and Tuition Fee ]
Registration: Please email your name, gender and contact number to info@tangotaiwan.com
Tuition Fee: NT3600 ( including one 1.5-hrs lesson and a 1.5-hrs weekend practica.)
Special Package: NT.3400 including the following for those who make the payment before September 8th:
1. One milonga ticket: worth NT300.
2. One Tanguisimo Cultural Talk ticket: worth NT200.
Payment: Pay at Tanguisimo or pay by ATM or bank transfer (Please inform us the last 4 digits of your bank a/c once you complete the payment.)
Bank Name: Cathay United Bank, Dun-Nan Branch. Bank Code: 013
Account No.: 053-500-181-270
Account Name: Jou Szu-Chi

[ Other information ]
Practica: Saturday or Sunday 3:30-5:00 on the same week as the class takes place.
Dress: Comfortable clothes and shoes.

* For further questions please email to info@tangotaiwan.com or call 02-2779-1136

July 23rd【Tanguisimo Cultural Talk】Lyrics and singing of best tango songs from the Golden Age

A deep embrace
An intimate feeling
Romantically surrounded
By a beautiful voice...

Do you want to know what the lyrics say?
And be able to sing along to the music?
On July 23rd, Daniel will introduce
3 of the most popular songs on the Golden Age
Created by classic lyricist/composer combinations!

[Tanguisimo Cultural Talk]
Title: Lyrics and singing of best tango songs from the Golden Age
Speaker: Daniel Liu (Male vocal of the iTango Orchestra)
Piano accompaniment: Ingrid Chen (Pianist of the iTango Orchestra)
Time: July 23rd Friday 8:00-9:30PM
Place: Tanguisimo Tango Space (7F-4, No.169, Sec.4, Zhong-Xiao East Rd., Taipei)
Entrance: NT200. Coupon holders can enter for free. Drinks and snacks included.
People registering and paying by July 21st at the Tanguisimo front desk can get a tango CD prepared by Daniel.

Song list:
- “En un beso la vida”
1940 Lyrics: Héctor Marcó Music: Carlos di Sarli
(Compositors of “Corazón”, “Bien frappé”, etc.)
- “Al compás del corazón”1942 Lyrics: Homero Expósito Music: Domingo Federico
(Compositors of ”Yo soy el tango”, “Tristezas de la Calle Corrientes”, etc.)
- “Mañana zarpa un barco”1942 Lyrics: Homero Manzi Music: Lucio Demare
(Compositors of ”Telón”, “Malena”, etc.)

【July 9th Tanguisimo Beginner’s Milonga】

Tanguisimo Beginner’s Milonga will be held again on July 9th. This event is for all the beginners who have just learned tango less than 1 year. Do not miss the good chance to meet some friends who love tango just like you.☺ Come to join us!

Tanguisimo Beginner’s Milonga
Time: July 9th Friday 8:00-11:00PM
Place: Tanguisimo Tango Space (7F-4, No.169, Sec.4, Zhong-Xiao East Rd., Taipei)
Entrance: NT 150 including drinks
DJ: Daniel Liu

【Tanguisimo Theme Milonga】Portland Style Alternative Milonga

Tanguisimo will invite Wayne Chen from Portland to be our Sunday Theme Milonga DJ in July! Portland is one of the most important tango cities in US and is the destination of many tango travelers. In this Sunday milonga, Wayne will bring us “Portland Style” alternative music, a mixture of roughly 50% traditional / 50% alternative music, alternating set by set. Be sure to join!

Tanguisimo Sunday Theme Milonga, Every 3rd Sunday of the month
Time: July 18th , Sunday, 7:30-11:30PM
Venue: Tanguisimo Tango Space, 7F-4, No. 169, Sec. 4, Zhong-Xiao East Road, Taipei
Entrance: NT250 including free drinks
DJ: Wayne Chen

【New Taichi☯ class @ Tanguisimo!】

Instructor: Kuan Yu Cheng
Time: Every Saturday 10:30~12:00AM (Practica: 12:00~12:30), starting on July 3rd. Total 8 lessons.
Place: Tanguisimo Tango Space(7F-4, No. 169, Sec. 4, Zhong-Xiao East Road)
Tuition Fee: NT3400 including one 1.5 hours class and 0.5 hour practica after class. The card should be used within 3 months.
Discount: NT.3200 for those who make the payment before July 1st.
Registration: Please email your name and contact number to info@tangotaiwan.com
Dress: Comfortable clothes and flat shoes
Reference site: http://www.hunyuantaiji.com.cn/cnsim/index.asp

For further questions please email to info@tangotaiwan.com or call 02-2779-1136

【Tanguisimo Milonga Coupons v10.0】

Here comes the summertime!!! Dancing tango at Tanguisimo is your best choice to spend your summer nights in a leisurely way!

Get discounted Milonga Coupons
worth 10.0 entries to Tanguisimo
regular milongas TODAY!

NT2500 for 10 coupons
On sale until: July 10 @ Tanguisimo
Limited packages, FCFS!

[ Tango Basic 1 ]

Experience the magic of the most sensational pair dance in the world -- Argentine Tango! No need to have a partner, and we speak English. We sustain that argentine tango should be taught by two teachers, one man and one woman, as it is the best way to learn it right.

[ Sun. Tango Basic 1 ]
Instructors: L.Y. & Yvonne
Time: Every Sunday at 2:00-3:30 PM, starting on July 11th. Total 8 lessons.
Place: Tanguísimo Tango Space (7F-4, No. 169, Sec. 4, Zhong-Xiao East Road)

[ Registration and Tuition Fee ]
Registration: Please email your name, gender and contact number to info@tangotaiwan.com
Tuition Fee: NT3600 ( including one 1.5-hrs lesson and a 1.5-hrs weekend practica.)
Special Package: NT.3400 including the following for those who make the payment before July 9th:
1. One milonga ticket: worth NT300.
2. One Tanguisimo Cultural Talk ticket: worth NT200.
Payment: Pay at Tanguisimo or pay by ATM or bank transfer (Please inform us the last 4 digits of your bank a/c once you complete the payment.)
Bank: Cathay United Bank (Bank Code 013)A/C No: 027 506 106 406
Practica: Saturday or Sunday 3:30-5:00 on the same week as the class takes place.
Dress: Comfortable clothes and shoes.
Studio: 7F-4, No. 169, Sec. 4, Zhong-Xiao East Road.(Intersection of Dun Hua South Road.)

For further questions please email to info@tangotaiwan.com or call 02-2779-1136

June 20th Tanguisimo Sunday Theme Milonga

"Dancing in the movies"

Other than “Scent of a Woman”, there are many movies about tango. “The Tango Lesson”, “Tango”, “Happy Together”, “The Whore and the Whale”etc, in the movies the stories are presented more deeply under the music of tango. In June 20th theme milonga, DJ Daniel will play a lot of great music from movies about tango.

Tanguisimo Sunday Theme Milonga, Every 3rd Sunday of the month
Time: June 20th , Sunday, 7:30-11:30PM

Venue: Tanguisimo Tango Space, 7F-4, No. 169, Sec. 4, Zhong-Xiao East Road, Taipei

Entrance: NT250 including drinks

Drink: Cocktail
DJ: Daniel

Tanguisimo Tango Space

http://www.tangotaiwan.com/

【June 11th Tanguisimo Beginner’s Milonga】

Good news! Tanguisimo Beginner’s Milonga will be held again on June 11th. This event is for all the beginners who have just learned tango less than 1 year. This time we will have a dinner together at Forkers before the milonga. Do not miss the good chance to meet some friends who love tango just like you.☺ Come to join us!

Dinner @ Sweet Dynasty
Booking: Please write to info@tangotaiwan.com, call 2779-1136 or contact the staff at Tanguisimo to book your seat before June 8th.
Time: June 11th Friday 6:30PM
Place: We have changed the dinner venue from Forkers to "Sweet Dynasty" restaurant, Address: No. 160, Sec. 4, Zhong-Xiao East Road, Taipei, Tel: 02-2772-2889
Price: About NT300 per person

Tanguisimo Beginner’s Milonga
Time: June 11th Friday 8:00PM
Place: Tanguisimo Tango Space (7F-4, No.169, Sec.4, Zhong-Xiao East Rd., Taipei)
Entrance: NT 150 including drinks
DJ: Susan Su

2010 VIII Taipei Tango Festival - Sep. 22-27

* Dear friends, we are hereby announcing the masters of the 2010 VIII Taipei Tango Festival:

Roberto Herrera & Silvana Capra


Javier Rodriguez & Andrea Misse


Ruben & Sabrina Veliz


Pablo Rodriguez & Noelia Hurtado


We hope you will join us for the festival this year and enjoy to the fullest with such a strong cast of masters!

The main dancing nights are scheduled as follows:
Sep.23 (Thu.) Welcome Milonga
Sep.24 (Fri.) Chinese Style Milonga
Sep.25 (Sat.) Grand Milonga with Masters Show
Sep.26 (Sun.) Farewell Milonga

Workshops: Sep.23 - Sep.27
Additional milongas on Sep.22 and Sep.27 to enjoy even more!

* Follow closely for updates, and join us at our facebook page.

[ Tango Basic 1 ]

Experience the magic of the most sensational pair dance in the world -- Argentine Tango! No need to have a partner, and we speak English. We sustain that argentine tango should be taught by two teachers, one man and one woman, as it is the best way to learn it right.

[ Thur. Tango Basic 1 ]
Instructors: Julian Shen & Susan Su
Time: Every Thursday at 7:00-8:30 PM, starting on June 3rd. Total 8 lessons.
Place: Tanguísimo Tango Space (7F-4, No. 169, Sec. 4, Zhong-Xiao East Road)

[ Registration and Tuition Fee ]
Registration: Please email your name, gender and contact number to info@tangotaiwan.com
Tuition Fee: NT3600 ( including one 1.5-hrs lesson and a 1.5-hrs weekend practica.)
Special Package: NT.3400 including the following for those who make the payment before May 31st:
1. One milonga ticket: worth NT300.
2. One Tanguisimo Cultural Talk ticket: worth NT200.
Payment: Pay at Tanguisimo or pay by ATM or bank transfer (Please inform us the last 4 digits of your bank a/c once you complete the payment.)
Bank: Cathay United Bank (Bank Code 013)A/C No: 027 506 106 406
Practica: Saturday or Sunday 3:30-5:00 on the same week as the class takes place.
Dress: Comfortable clothes and shoes.
Studio: 7F-4, No. 169, Sec. 4, Zhong-Xiao East Road.(Intersection of Dun Hua South Road.)

For further questions please email to info@tangotaiwan.com or call 02-2779-1136

May 23rd Tanguisimo Sunday Theme Milonga - "Alternative Night"

The DJs in the milongas sometimes play alternative music, which is not tango music but is easy to dance tango, in order to change for while the atmosphere. On May 23rd DJ Alvin will play a little more alternative music than usual to share with you. Be sure to come and enjoy the night!

[Tanguisimo Sunday Theme Milonga] Every 3rd Sunday of the month
Time: May 23rd , Sunday, 7:30-11:30PM
Venue: Tanguisimo Tango Space, 7F-4, No. 169, Sec. 4, Zhong-Xiao East Road, Taipei
Entrance: NT250 including free drinks
DJ: Alvin Cheng

May 28th [Tanguisimo Cultural Talk] "Going to Buenos Aires” Secrets of Travel and Living in Argentina

Argentina is one of the furthest countries from Taiwan, though many of the tango travelers still go visiting it giving up school or work and start a whole new life in Buenos Aires. Why is Argentina so attractive? What does it have to make people so in love with it? Stacy, who has been there for 5 times, will share with you different aspects of this mysterious country.

[Tanguisimo Cultural Talk]
Theme: "Going to Buenos Aires” Secrets of Travel and Living in Argentina
Speaker: Stacy Jou
Time: May 28th Friday 8:00-9:30PM
Place: Tanguisimo Tango Space (7F-4, No.169, Sec.4, Zhong-Xiao East Rd., Taipei)
Entrance: NT200. Coupon holders can enter for free. Drinks and snacks included.
People registering and paying by May 26th at the Tanguisimo frond desk can get a copy of the demo video of the talk.

[Speaker: Stacy Jou]
Stacy has been in the tango area for more than 10 years. She has been teaching tango in Taipei Tango Association, Xin-Yi District University, Zhong-Shan-Tang Plaza, Min-Sheng Community, etc, and also in Hsin-Chu and Taichung. She was invited to perform and teach in Sitges Tango Festival in Spain in 2008, along with several world famous tango masters. She traveled around the world for tango and has been in Argentina for 5 times.

May 8th [ In Love with Tango ] Milonga with Master Show, discount deadline April 25th

Come join the May 5th to 9th 【In Love with Tango】Carolina & Francisco Workshops in Taipei! This event is brought to you by Tanguisimo Tango Space. We would like to remind you the following:

- Discount deadline is postponed to May 2nd for May 8th 【In Love with Tango】Milonga with Master Show. Get your tickets now!
- The Milonga will be held in Red House. There will be performance by the masters and also live show by iTango Orchestra. Don’t miss it!
- With 5/8 Milonga entrance, you can enjoy NT300 off for Tanguisimo beginner lessons opening on May 15th and June 3rd!
- Workshops are getting full! Please be reminded that Payment must be made before May 2nd to secure the reservation. Lessons paid after May 2nd will be charged with the Single Lesson Price NT930.
- Please contact info@tangotaiwan.com or call 02 27791136. For more info please check http://www.tangotaiwan.com/.

Tanguisimo Tango Space

May 8th "In Love with Tango" Milonga with Masters ShowDancing
performance by: Carolina & FranciscoLive
music by: iTango Orchestra (http://www.itango.idv.tw/)
Time: May 8, 20:00-01:00
Place: The Red House, No. 10, Cheng-Du Road, Taipei
Early Bird Discount: NT650 (Before May 2nd)
At the Door: NT800

* With 5/8 Milonga Entrance, you can enjoy NT300 off for Tanguisimo beginner lessons opening on May 15th and June 3rd!
* Ticket refund should be done at Tanguisimo before 4/30. Refunding fee NT100 will be charged. All tickets are not refundable after 5/1.

【Fabian y Virginia Workshop in Shanghai】May 5-10, 2010

Fabian y Virginia Workshop at TangoBang (Shanghai)

May 5-10, 2010

For more information http://tangobang.cn/

【Tanguisimo Sunday Theme Milonga】"Eyes Wide Open" – Eye Contact Night！

“Cabeceo”, or “Eye Contact”, is a traditional way of inviting for a dance in the milongas. When you ask for a dance by “cabeceo”, there are no words needed, just communicate by nodding or tilting your head. It’s an interesting way that is used in some milongas around the world, especially in Argentina. On April 18th, let’s try it with Eyes Wide Open in Tanguisimo!

【Tanguisimo Sunday Theme Milonga】 Every 3rd Sunday of the month
Time: April 18th, Sunday, 7:30-11:30PM
Venue: Tanguisimo Tango Space, 7F-4, No. 169, Sec. 4, Zhong-Xiao East Road, Taipei
Entrance: NT250 including free drinks
Code: Ladies wearing beautiful make-up
DJ: Stacy will play music that recently brought back from Buenos Aires

Tips for Eye Contact:
- "Cabeceo" comes from the spanish word "cabeza” - head, means inviting a dance by nodding or tilting your head.
- There will be more light on that night than usual so that you can see clearly.
- Listen carefully when a set begins to make sure you feel like dancing, then start to look at the one you want to dance.
- Keep your eyes wide open! When you see each other, man slightly nod or tilt your head like saying “would you like to dance?”; when lady nods back the invitation is completed!
- You go to the dance floor and ready to dance. If you two are far away, the lady can remain on the seat until the man approaches you.
- When you see someone inviting you but you don’t feel like dancing, you can just turn your head and look at other places.
- Men can approach closer to the one you want to dance with and then do the cabeceo, if she is far away.

Reminder:
- The cabeceo is used in some milongas around the world, especially in Argentina. We hope that Taipei dancers can practice it in this month’s Sunday theme milonga and to have fun!
- Cabeceo is not the only way. In Tanguisimo, you can always invite with the way you like.

[ April 24~25 2nd Anniversary of Tanguisimo Tango Space ] Happy Birthday!!

Tanguisimo is two years old! Do not miss the events we have prepared for the celebration.
Sat. April 24: Milonga with exhibition by the teachers of Tanguisimo Tango Space.
Sun. April 25: 1st Annual Exhibition with free beginners session and milonga.
Tell your parents, bring your friends! Introduce them to the exciting tango life you are enjoying at the moment!

Tanguisimo 2nd Anniversary Milonga
Time: Sat. April 24 8:00PM-1:00AM
Place: Tanguisimo Tango Space (7F-4, No.169, Sec.4, Zhongxiao East Rd., Taipei)
Content: Dancing performance by the teachers of Tanguisimo. Performance starts at 10:30PM.
Entrance: NT300 including drinks. Pay at the door.

Tanguisimo 1st Annual Exhibition "Sueño de Juventud"
Time: Sun. April 25 2:00-8:00PM
Place: Huashan 1914 Creative Park M3
Content: Annual exhibition by students of Tanguisimo, free beginners session, milonga (tango party).
Entrance: NT400 for early birds / NT500 at the door.
Ticket Office: Tanguisimo Tango Space (7F-4, No.169, Sec.4, Zhongxiao East Rd., Taipei)
Queries: (02) 2779 1136
Schedule:
2:00-2:20 Doors open
2:20-3:00 Free beginners session
3:00-3:30 Milonga Part I
3:30-4:40 Annual Exhibition
5:20 Awards
4:40-8:00 Milonga Part II

[ In Love with Tango ] Carolina Bonaventura & Francisco Forquera 2010 Workshops in Taipei

Argentine tango masters Carolina Bonaventura and Francisco Forquera will be coming to Taipei for workshops in May, organized by Tanguisimo Tango Space.

The focus of this workshop will be placed on "Energy" and "Connection". By connecting with the partner and dancing with energy, everything changes in the dance, from the dynamic to the quality.

Carolina & Francisco's video on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kz7-NhRTMf8
Website: http://www.mariposita.com.ar/

[ Schedule ]

[ Price ]
"In Love with Tango" 
Milonga with Masters Show
Dance performance by: Carolina Bonaventura & Francisco Forquera
Live music by: iTango Orchestra
Time: May 8 20:00-01:00
Place: The Red House
Early Bird Discount: NT650 (Before May 2nd)
At the Door: NT800

* With 5/8 Milonga Entrance, you can enjoy NT300 off for Tanguisimo beginner lessons opening on May 15th and June 3rd!
* Beginners are welcome to join the Free Beginners Sessions at Tanguisimo Tango Space!

Free Beginners Session at Tanguisimo
Time: Wednesdays 19:30-20:00
Place: Tanguisimo Tango Space
Tel: 02-27791136
Entrance: Free - please make a reservation.

Wed. Welcome Milonga
Time: May 5, 20:00-23:30
Place: Tanguisimo Tango Space
Entrance: NT200, please pay at the door.

Fri. Cocktail Night
Organized by: Milonga/Luna
Time: May 7, 21:00-01:00
Place: Cafe Yaboo!
Entrance: NT250, please pay at the door.

Workshops
Single Lesson NT930
3-Lesson Package NT2610 (Avg. NT870 per lesson)
6-Lesson Package NT4860 (Avg. NT810 per lesson) 15 pcs.
8-Lesson Package NT6000 (Avg. NT750 per lesson) 5 pcs.
Private Lesson NT4000/hr (venue fee included)
* Payment must be made before April 25 to secure the reservation.
* Lessons paid after May 1st will be charged with the Single Lesson Price NT930.

* Calculation Example for Workshop Prices:
Price for 5 lessons = Avg. price for 3-Lesson Package NT870 x 5 = NT4350
Price for 7 lessons = Avg. price for 6-Lesson Package NT810 x 7 = NT5670

* NT100 fee will be charged for changing or cancelling registered lessons (not including adding more lessons). Lessons fee is not refundable after 4/25.

Number of students per lesson:
C2 Women techinque & C3 Men technique: Max. 40 persons.
Other lessons: Max. 20 men 20 women.

[ Registration - Ticketing - Farewell Dinner ]
Tickets will be sold at Tanguisimo Tango Space.
Add: 7F-4, No.169, Sec.4, Zhongxiao East Rd., Taipei.
Tel: 02-27791136
For workshops registration and farewell dinner booking,
please e-mail to info@tangotaiwan.com

[ Venues ]
The Red House
Add: No.10, Chengdu Rd., Wanhua District, Taipei.
Tel: 02-23119380

Tanguisimo Tango Space
Add: 7F-4, No.169, Sec.4, Zhongxiao East Rd., Taipei, Taiwan.
Tel: 02-27791136
＊ All workshops and private lessons to take place at Tanguisimo Tango Space.

Milonga/Luna @ Cafe Yaboo!
Add: 1F, No.26, Lane 41, Yongkang St., Da-an District, Taipei.
For reservation: http://www.facebook.com/milonga.luna

【Visiting instructor David Chiu】

David Chiu has been dancing for 16 years. He is an inspirational, innovative and cutting edge tango instructor. His students get immediate results in a fun and nurturing learning environment. His style combines classic elegance with nuevo in close embrace. He will teach advanced and intermediate classes at Tanguisimo on April 8 and 10. Do not miss them!

Time: 4/8 (Thur) 8:30-10:00 PM
Class: Advanced
Instructors: David Chiu & Stacy Jou
Content: Dynamic & Off Axis Ganchos

Ganchos are one of the most dynamic movements in tango, especially when we are doing a gancho while we are off axis. Both Ladies & Men will learn how to produce head turning ganchos and when to receive the ganchos.

Time: 4/10 (Sat) 5:00-6:30 PM
Class: Intermediate
Content:Tango Nuevo-Colgadas with Full Turns

Colgadas are gravity defying single axis turns that capture our imagination. Ladies will learn how to hang away from the men and enjoy the feeling of defying gravity. Men will learn how to instill trust from the ladies to achieve weightlessness while turning 360 degrees.

【Tango Basic Class】

Experience the magic of the most sensational pair dance in the world -- Argentine Tango! No need to have a partner, and we speak English. We sustain that argentine tango should be taught by two teachers, one man and one woman, as it is the best way to learn it right.

[ Tue. Tango Basic 1 ] New!
Instructors: Daniel Liu & Stacy Jou
Time: Every Tuesday at 7:00-8:30 PM, starting on April 6. Total 8 lessons.
Discount deadline: April 2

[ Thur. Tango Basic 2 ]
Instructors: Theta Chen & Yuru Lu
Time: Every Thursday at 7:00-8:30 PM, starting on March 25. Total 8 lessons.
Discount deadline: March 24

[ Registration and Tuition Fee ]
Registration: Please email to info@tangotaiwan.com the following information: name, gender, and contact number.
Tuition Fee: NT3600
The instruction fee includes one 1.5-hrs lesson and a 1.5-hrs weekend practica.
Special Package: NT.3400 including the following for those who make the payment before the discount deadline:
1. One Saturday milonga ticket: worth NT300.
2. One Tanguisimo Cultural Talk ticket: worth NT200.

Payment:
- Pay at Tanguisimo or pay by ATM or bank transfer (Please inform us the last 4 digits of your bank a/c once you complete the payment.)
Bank: Cathay United Bank (Bank Code 013)
A/C No: 027 506 106 406
Practica: Saturday or Sunday 3:30-5:00 on the same week as the class takes place.
Dress: Comfortable clothes and shoes.
Studio: 7F-4, No. 169, Sec. 4, Zhong-Xiao East Road.(Intersection of Dun Hua South Road.)

For further questions please email to info@tangotaiwan.com or call 02-2779-1136

[ International Food Culture Exchange - Argentine cuisines at the Eslite Bookstore on March 26, Friday ]

Forwarded letter from the organizer:

"Dear ladies and friends,

We have the great pleasure of inviting you to join us for the 24th session of the International Food Culture Exchange- Argentinian cuisines by Madam Peña and the Argentina Trade and Cultural Office at the Eslite Bookstore (the one close by City Hall) on March 26, Friday from 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Please check the details as attached and block the date, invite your dear friends to come along.

Argentina, the 2nd largest country in South America and also one of the world's major food producers, enjoys her very unique lifestyle with cultural influences not only her own color tone- Latin America, but also from European immigrants (those from Italy, Spain & French) came centuries ago. So many of the pasta, sausage and dessert dishes are the indulgent creations from the indigenous and the European's. Yerba mate, Argentina's national beverage, and so many other cuisines tells every little bit ! of! the warm hospitality as well as the passion of Argentinians.

We are honored to have this great opportunity to invite madam Peña, the representative's wife of the Argentina Trade and Cultural Office to come and demonstrate couple popular banquet dishes in Argentina this time. And you are cordially invited to come enjoy a great and informative afternoon with us.

The whole 1.5 hour program will be explained in languages of both Spanish and Chinese. English-Chinese recipes will be available there for you to pick up.

Warmest regards,

Pallas Chen
the volunteer organizer of
the International Food Culture Exchange since 2007"

[ Tanguisimo Sunday Theme Milonga ] Piazzolla and more!

Ever touched in the middle of the night by the wonderful music of Astor Piazzolla?

Come on Mar. 21st to Tanguisimo
to listen to four hours of good music
including Piazzolla's and music from the Golden Age
satisfying your needs for dancing and listening
giving you a sentimental Sunday evening full of tango.

Date: Sunday March 21st
Time: 7:30~11:30 PM
Place: Tanguisimo Tango Space (7F-4, No.169, Sec.4, Zhong-Xiao East Rd., Taipei.)
Entrance: NT200 including drinks
DJ: Peter Chu

【Tanguisimo White Valentine Milonga】

Enjoy the romantic tango dance and music with delicious homemade chocolate dessert and wine. Tanguisimo sweetens your heart~

Time: March 13 (Sat) 8:00 PM ~ 00:30 AM
Place: Tanguisimo (7F-4, 169 Sec.4 Zhong-Xiao East Rd., Taipei, Taiwan)
Entrance: NT 300 including drink
Dress code：White, Silver, Black
On the house: Homemade chocolate desserts by Amy Chen.
Special drinks: To accompany the dessert, we have prepared Whisky, Brandy and Port. Amount limited to be exchanged with the drink coupon on FCFS basis.
DJ：Daniel Liu

【Sueño De Juventud - Tanguisimo 1st Annual Exhibition & Milonga of Tango Argentino 】

Have you ever dreamed about dancing tango elegantly under the spotlight on the stage? "Sueño De Juventud" Tanguisimo 1st Annual Exhibition and Milonga of Tango Argentino is the best chance for you to fulfill your dream!

Details:
(1) All students from the Taipei Tango Association & Tanguisimo Tango Space can sign up for the performance.

(2) Form:

• Choreography or improvisation
• Couple dance or a group dance (up to 4 couples per group due to the limitation of the stage)

Each person can sign up for more than one number.

(3) Time & Place:
1. Deadline for sign-up: 2010 March 10
2. Performance milonga: 2010 April 25 (Sun) 14:00 - 20:00
3. Location: 2nd floor, building M3, HuaShan Creative Park (No. 1, Bade Road Sec. 1, Zhong Zhen District, Taipei)

(4) Special offer!
1. Each dancer can buy 4 tickets for this performance milonga with a Half Price Discount!!!
2. Each couple will get a Free Practice Card. 25% Off for additional practice cards.
3. There will be a Photo Shooting Session in which participants can get a special price.

(5) To sign-up:
1. Write an e-mail to info@tangotaiwan.com or come to Tanguisimo Tango Space and fill the sign-up form.
2. Tanguisimo will help you to find a dance partner if you do not have one yet.

【Tango Basic Class】

Experience the magic of the most sensational pair dance in the world -- Argentine Tango! No need to have a partner, and we speak English. We sustain that argentine tango should be taught by two teachers, one man and one woman, as it is the best way to learn it right.

[ Sun. Tango Basic 1 ] New!
Instructors: L.Y. Cheng & Yvonne Peng
Time: Every Sunday at 2:00-3:30 PM, starting on March 7. Total 8 lessons.
Discount deadline: March 6

[ Sat. Tango Basic 2 ]
Instructors: Derrick Lee & Agnes Tang
Time: Every Saturday at 2:00-3:30 PM, starting on February 27. Total 8 lessons.

Place: Tanguísimo Tango Space (7F-4, No. 169, Sec. 4, Zhong-Xiao East Road)

[ Registration and Tuition Fee ]
Registration: Please email to info@tangotaiwan.com the following information: name, gender, and contact number.
Tuition Fee: NT3600
The instruction fee includes one 1.5-hrs lesson and a 1.5-hrs weekend practica.
Special Package: NT.3400 including the following for those who make the payment before the discount deadline:
1. One Saturday milonga ticket: worth NT300.
2. One Tanguisimo Cultural Talk ticket: worth NT200.

Payment:
- Pay at Tanguisimo or pay by ATM or bank transfer (Please inform us the last 4 digits of your bank a/c once you complete the payment.)
Bank: Cathay United Bank (Bank Code 013)
A/C No: 027 506 106 406
Practica: Saturday or Sunday 3:30-5:00 on the same week as the class takes place.
Dress: Comfortable clothes and shoes.
Studio: 7F-4, No. 169, Sec. 4, Zhong-Xiao East Road.(Intersection of Dun Hua South Road.)

For further questions please email to info@tangotaiwan.com or call 02-2779-1136

【Tanguisimo Theme Milonga】- Happy Spring Gala!

Good news! Tanguisimo will start a new theme milonga from February!! It will be held on the 3rd Sunday every month with different themes.

1st Tanguisimo Theme Milonga--Happy Spring Gala!

Time: 2/21(Sun) 2:30-6:30PM
Place: Tanguisimo (7F-4, No.169, Sec.4, Zhong-Xiao East Rd., Taipei)
Entrance: NT200 including drink. Special ShaoXing Wine shots for you to warm up!
Dress code: Traditional Chinese style
DJ: Daniel Liu

** Our first milonga after Chinese New Year will be on 2/20(Sat). Don't miss it!!

【Schedule changes in February】

2/6 (Sat) Practica & Intermediate Tango lesson suspended

2/7 (Sun) Practica and Intermediate Tango lesson running as usual

2/13 (Sat)~2/21(Sun) All the classes and practicas suspended

2/13 (Sat) & 2/17 (Wed) Milongas suspended

2/20 (Sat) Milonga running as usual

2/21 (Sun) New! Theme Milonga 7:30PM~11:30PM

【Tanguisimo Tango Space Rental】

Tanguisimo Tango Space is a fully equipped studio with plush surroundings and multiple functions It is also where movie "Yang Yang" and Tanya Tsai's MV were shot at. (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WAZ_LTrNLfE)

[Feature]
* Quality wooden floor
* Full length mirrors
* Professional sound system and projector
* Multiple light sets
* Multiple function bar
* Special flavour of decoration
* Convenient traffic communication

[Size] About 132 m²

[Use] Lesson, Rehearsal, Party, Film shooting, Lecture.....

[Rates]









* Please contact us for other hours.

[Address] 7F-4, No.169, Sec.4, Zhong-Xiao East Rd., Taipei (MRT Zhong-Xiao Dun-Hua startion Exit 1)

[Phone]+886-2-27791136

[E-mail] info@tangotaiwan.com

[ 2009 Taipei Tango Festival DVD ]

Taipei Tango Festival is one of the most important tango events in Asia. This DVD contains tango performances by Argentinean Masters and tango dancers from different countries and 5 songs performed live by iTango Orchestra. A must in your tango DVD collection!




Special price:
1. 2009 Taipei Tango Festival DVD NT550
2. 2006, 2007, & 2008 Taipei Tango Festival DVD NT450
3. Save 10% off (06, 07, 08 DVD) if you buy more than 2!

*For friends overseas, we accept credit card by PayPal. If you want to order DVD, please contact us (info@tangotaiwan.com) for more information.

Dancers:
Javier Rodríguez & Andrea Missé (Argentina)
Esteban Moreno & Claudia Codega (Argentina)
Damián Esell & Nancy Louzán (Argentina)
Leandro Palou & Romina Godoy (Argentina)
Akiyoshi & Noriko Tanada (Japan)
Daniel & Stacy (Taiwan)
Derrick & Agnes (Taiwan)
Gustavo & Weining (Taiwan)
Yoshinobu “Gyu” Nagai (Japan) & Susan (Taiwan)
Hung-Yut Chen & Hwayi Han (Korea)
Raymond & Lily (Hong Kong)
Carlos & Marianne (Korea)
Maeve (Singapore)

Orchestra:
The iTango Orchestra – Led by Alvin Cheng (Taiwan)

Promotional Video

【Tanguisimo Cultural Talk - Travel through TANGO time tunnel in 200 years (version 2.0) 】

Topic: Travel through TANGO time tunnel in 200 years (version 2.0)

Speaker: Yuru Lu

Time: Jan. 31st (Sun.) 2:00-3:30PM

Place: Tanguisimo Tango Space (7F-4, No.169, Sec.4, Zhong-Xiao East Rd., Taipei)

Entrance: NT200. Coupon holders can enter for free. Drinks and snacks included. People registering and paying by Jan. 29th can get a tango music CD prepared by Yuru.