How to Dance the Tango
The article presents a basic tango step called the corde or cortez as the foundation of the dance. It describes forward and backward footwork, the half corde, side circle, and the scissors, with emphasis on slow forward steps, controlled turns, and a slight drag. It notes the Argentine version’s dips fading on crowded floors and the Parisian version relying on corde. It ends with practical beginner rules from Mr. and Mrs. Rowley Downs on posture, spacing, and movements.
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Rowley Downs
Tango Craze Through Paris Style and Argentine Steps
A discussion of the tango as a global craze, comparing the Parisian adaptation with original Argentine moves. It explains the deep dip, forward and backward steps, additional walking sequences, and flirtation steps, with remarks from Rowley Downs Jr. on public interest and rhythm driven by changing tempos. The piece links dance trends to solar cycles describing dances from waltz to tango across history.
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Rowley Downs, Jr
New York
Berlin
Duchess of Norfolk
London
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