Argentine Vals Volume I
| Time: | | About 1 hour and 10 minutes |
| Instructors: | | Christy Cote and George Garcia |
Prepare yourself for the Milongas (dance halls. by mastering all three of the Argentine Trio: Tango, Milonga and Vals. Christy Cote & George Garcia’s teaching is clear and precise and their dancing is exquisite. All 10 figures have been created to work beautifully in a waltz rhythm.
The Vals video/DVD starts with a clear explanation of Vals musicality and how the Tango figures are applied to it. As with any type of waltz, the music is played in ¾ time at a slow, medium or fast tempo.
Introduction to Argentine Vals - Musicality
1. Progressive Cross System Basic
2. Progressive Cross System Basic with Balanceo
3. Cadencia Turns
4. Ocho Cortado
5. Back Ochos
Demonstration of figures 1-5 in an improvisational format
6. Molinete Right with Ocho Cortado
7. Left Turn with Cadencia
8. Right Turn with Ocho Cortado
9. Revolving Back Ochos
10. Point & Pivot to Outside Partner Left
Demonstration of figures 6-10 in an improvisational format