When it comes to sensual dances, tango is definitely one of them.
Women evoke a kind of sophistication with their upright posture, dresses and talons. Men evoke gallantry with their careful grip as they guide the women à travers the dance floor.
I did not have to go all the way to Argentina to experience this beautiful, Latin American dance, even though I would not mind some day, instead I took a 20-minute walk to La Vieille Bourse, the 17th century old stock exchange in centre ville.
Inside this 350-year-old monument the tango association, Sous les Marronniers, have their tango nights. They are usually free to everyone, and people from all ages come with their partners or alone to dance le soir away.
After a few hours of taking pictures of the elegant dancers, I decided I needed to sway too, or at least try. My partner's name was Mustafa, and we only danced one song.
That is because 1- even though I had a great time, I felt I was in the way of the many skilled danseurs and 2- I needed some time to interview les musiciens of the night: the talented duo of Rudi Flores and Juan Carlos Carrasco.
Below is a short video of my tango experience in France: an intro, the dancers and an interview with Rudi.
Nice effects with the scene changes. Looks like I inspired you with my comment "it takes two to tango" lol. I like the interview at the end thats great that you speak Spanish as well and were able to interview Rudi. Great investigative reporting Gitzel! The best part was your photogenic self at the very beginning, que bonita! ;)
ReplyDeleteHaha thanks Rishi! You did inspire me--and I love advice, so I can make it more interesting :) Yes, I was so happy I could interview him! I was like yay I know Spanish too--bam! lol
ReplyDeleteNow you must return next Sunday night just to tango.
ReplyDeleteI'm so jealous--dancing tango in France.
Love you. Sheilah
Aw thank you for your sweet comment Sheilah! I definitely could not have done any of these videos without your help. I am very thankful to you and your kindness :) I might just return this Sunday hehe
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very beautiful piece. I love the appreciation of art that they have there, it's astounding! You are very lucky, well not lucky because you worked your butt off to get there, so very blessed to be experiencing this culture. Keep it up!
ReplyDeleteArgentina en Lille... Mi sueño !!! Estoy muy celosa jajaja. Qué suerte tuviste poder entrevistar al musico.
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