Looking at the weather reports, we’ve decided cancel La Monita for tonight. Sorry everybody! Stay safe. Stay warm. We hope to see you all next week!
The 2nd anniversary of La Monita approaches and we would like nothing better than to celebrate with all of you. Thanks to your ongoing love and support, La monita has blossomed into a thriving and vibrant practica. We can’t think of a better way to celebrate than with another ALL-NIGHTER! So……., Join us on Saturday, January 14th for an evening of fantastic music, stellar dancing and good times with good friends.
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How about starting the new year with a bunch of badass tango technique lessons to get into tango shape ? Well, Kim Han will be teaching what looks like a pretty dense series of technique classes here at Om. Give it a try and you will be glad you did. Here are the details.
The holidays are upon us! For those of us still in the city its our chance to spend some quality time with family and friends. Well, La Monita is going to make it a quality night for tango as well.
What: Holiday Night @ La Monita
When: Wednesday, Dec 28, 2011
Where: Om Culture studio, 2210 N. Pacific St., Seattle 98103 (Wallingford, Gasworks Park)
How much: $6.
We have Jay Abling from San Diego spinning the tunes for us. Jay is a prominent DJ at festivals across US and a great teacher as well. He has family in Seattle and we are lucky to have him.
Finally, in the spirit of holidays La Monita will be providing hot cider on the house!
So there you are. Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year from La Monita!
The Seattle Tango Shoe Exchange is a place to find new-for-you shoes and to pass on your old ones. Exchange, sell or give away shoes you no longer use to other other dancers in our community. Help make our tango world a better place and make more space in your closet!
When: Wednesday, September 21st
Where:OmCulture (2210 N Pacific Street, Seattle, WA 98103).
Practica and Shoe Exchange begin at 9:00 pm. We will set aside space during the dance for displaying shoes. How it works: bring shoes in as clean condition as possible, along with a written description of the item including size and what you are asking for it. ”Free” is a good price! Be sure to include your name. Check back often to see if anyone is interested.
Note:
Q: Must the shoes have high heels?
Not at all. They must be shoes that you can and perhaps have danced tango in. Flats are just fine and so are practice shoes of all sorts, including sneakers that work well for tango.
Q: Must the shoes be womens’ shoes?
No, indeed! Men’s shoes (and men) are most welcome at the Exchange.
Q: Do the shoes have be in really good shape?
Everyone has their own standards for what they’ll wear, for how used is too used. If you’re not sure, bring them.
Q: How do you describe your shoes?
Print your name, size of shoes, and anything else that might be relevant, such as modifications you’ve made. Include your asking price, or ”exchange”, or ”free!” For example: ”Size 8. Comfortable, sturdy. Suede soles. Passing on because the heel cup is slightly too wide for me. Asking $30. Will exchange for similar!”
Q: What do you suggest for cleaning?
I wipe my shoes down with a washcloth, inside and out, using mild soap and water, or rubbing alcohol if the shoe needs more. Let the shoes dry out in advance. For leather, you can always add a bit of conditioner, oil or lotion. The better it looks, the better it sells, right?
Q: How much should I ask?
My general guideline is that for nearmint condition price shoes at below half retail, and less than that if they are truly used. We’ve seen prices on excellent shoes anywhere from $5 to $200. The simple fact is that the less expensive ones move faster. If you’re not sure, you can always write ”OBO” for ”or best offer” to encourage offers.
For more information contact Sonia Lyris at tangomyst@gmail.com
La Monita is delighted to bring Alex Krebs back to Seattle, for one night only, on Thursday, September 22nd ! Alex will be presenting an evening workshop dedicated solely to musicality for the intermediate(studied at least one year of tango) and advanced dancer. This is a unique opportunity to learn from a master. Alex Krebs from Portland is one of the most respected tango teachers in the country. Alex’s reputation exceeds the Northwest – into Europe and beyond, where he has taught, performed and studied extensively. To learn more about Alex visit his website at: www.tangoberretin.com.
September 22nd, Thursday
| 7:00 pm | Sign-in |
| 7:15 pm – 8:05 pm | MUSICALITY – a lecture(yup, this is a lecture) |
| 10 minute break | |
| 8:15 pm – 9:05pm | Rhythm-Developing a deeper understanding using the whole body |
| 10 minute break | |
| 9:15pm – 10:05pm | Melody-lyricism in music and movement. |
| 10 minute break | |
| 10:15pm – 11:05pm | Interpretation and dynamics/articulations -The distinction of dancing literally vs. figuratively to the music. |
All 4 classes = $45. You have to take all four classes. Alex believes that will ensure a very productive session for the students. Our pricing is very attractive and hope you will take full advantage of this. Pay at the door using cash or cheque (in the name of ‘Sarah Huntting’) only.
Om Culture, 2210 N. Pacific St. Seattle, WA 98103 (Wallingford/Gasworks)
Sarah Huntting, sarahhuntting@gmail.com
You must register to attend the workshop using the form below. It is advised to register early, as Alex has requested a limited number of spots and registration will close when we reach the cap. If you register and then decide not to attend please let us know so that we can open the spot for someone else. We will strive to create a balance between the man and woman’s role to ensure a more valuable learning experience for each dancer.
Registration for the workshops has reopened again. Some last minute cancellations have created spots.
Here are a few performances of Alex with Luciana Valle.
Folks!
Welcome to another awesome night at La Monita. Lots of stuff coming up next week. First of all we have Jaimes and Christa teaching a pre-milonga lesson on the all important ‘Embrace’. Don’t miss this chance to learn from the masters at a ridiculous price!
What ? Pre-practica lesson with Jaimes & Christa on ‘The Embrace’.
When ? 8pm – 9pm, July 20, 2011
Where ? Om Culture studio, Om Culture Studio – 2210 N. Pacific St., Seattle 98103 (Wallingford, Gasworks Park)
How Much ? $12 class, $6 – practica, $16 class and practica
After that Jeanne Castle will be providing the music for the practica so a great night is assured indeed.
Seattle's veteran DJ, Jeanne Castle
As if that’s not enough we have Greg Constantino and Liz Hutchinson performing at La Monita as well! Please come to cheer them.
Greg and Liz
But wait! There’s more!
We have our first ever ice-cream social at La Monita, thanks to Juliet McMains. Here is the description I got
“Let’s Celebrate Summer with a little BYOP (Bring Your Own Pint) Ice Cream Social. Bring your favorite ice cream flavor or topping to share. We’ll supply bowls, spoons, and a freezer for storage. ”
La Monita will also provide Root Beer for free if you are into floats. Wow, imagine 70 people bringing all kinds of ice-creams. This is going to be one huge ice-cream sludge fest. Folks, do NOT let the dance floor and the ice-creams get into a close embrace! We do not want a situation here.
Gawd! This is too much for one night. Can’t take this anymore… I’m outta here…
Folks,
Ted Roe from Portland will be in town this week spinning the tunes at La Monita. He will also be teaching a lesson titled ‘Possibilities Within The Rolling Enbrace’. So here are the details
What ? Possibilities within the Rolling Embrace with Ted Roe. The class will focus on the changes necessary for the embrace as the dynamics of the music develop during the course of a song. We will focus on the nature of the embrace, when to change the structure of the embrace, and how to do so musically and comfortably.
As the music changes throughout a song so should you.
Where ? La Monita, Om Culture studio
When ? 8pm – 9pm, July 13, 2011
How Much ? $12 class, $6 – practica, $16 class and practica
If you are interested in private lessons from Ted, please contact 503-490-3115.
Hey Seattle tango peeps,
Greg Constantino and Liz Hutchinson will be performing at La Monita on July 20. We hope you guys will be around to cheer them!
Greg and Liz
Want to explore Tango from the perspective of the musicians?
Topics will include the basic elements of tango music (instrumentation, structure, etc.); using musical parameters such as dynamics and density to shape your dancing; the rhythms of Biagi; and learning about the orchestras through song comparison.
Dr. Ben Thomas leads the Seattle-based tango ensemble, Tangabrazo, and teaches music at Highline Community College and Cornish College of the Arts.
When: 
Wednesdays, 8-9 PM (just before the practica)
June 15 through July 6
4 week drop-in series
Where:
Om Culture, 2210 N. Pacific St. Seattle, WA
How Much:
$12 Class, $6 Practica, $16 Class + Practica
Who:
All levels welcome