Tango Capital – By The Lake

Tomorrow is the last time this summer to join us By The Lake, with Tango Capital, for Covid-19-safe dancing in Canberra.

Image Credit: Myk Dowling

DAY: Tuesdays, from 1 December to the end of February.
TIME: 5:30pm-7:30pm (unless actually raining).
WHERE: Queen Elizabeth Terrace, Parkes. In front of the Reconciliation Monument on the south bank of Lake Burley Griffin, near the Waterfront Restaurant, Parliamentary Triangle, Canberra.
COVID-19 SAFETY:
1. Bring a partner, or pair up on the spot; either way, no changing partners.
2. Register when you arrive using the Check-In Canberra app, or on paper.
3. Maintain social distancing on and off the dance-pavement.
4. Hand-sanitiser supplied.

Tango in the 21st century (VI)

Six orquesta típicas! This edition continues exploring the many tango ensembles that have sprung up in Buenos Aires this century to bring the sound of live tango back to the milongas. That’s this Sunday on Tango Capital, 7:00pm to 8:00pm:

Image Credit: CD covers for the music acknowledged in the playlist.

Tango Capital – By The Lake

Looks like a lovely evening coming up for dancing outdoors, so make the most of it…because autumn is fast approaching. Only two more opportunities to join us By The Lake, with Tango Capital, bringing Covid-19-safe dancing to Canberra, all summer long.

Image Credit: Myk Dowling

DAY: Tuesdays, from 1 December to the end of February.
TIME: 5:30pm-7:30pm (unless actually raining).
WHERE: Queen Elizabeth Terrace, Parkes. In front of the Reconciliation Monument on the south bank of Lake Burley Griffin, near the Waterfront Restaurant, Parliamentary Triangle, Canberra.
COVID-19 SAFETY:
1. Bring a partner, or pair up on the spot; either way, no changing partners.
2. Register when you arrive using the Check-In Canberra app, or on paper.
3. Please reconsider if you have been in Wollongong or Victoria in the last fortnight.
4. Maintain social distancing on and off the dance-pavement.
5. Hand-sanitiser supplied.

Osvaldo Fresedo

Osvaldo Fresedo, bandoneonista & orquesta leader. Credit: Vicki Chou

Last edition discussed the life and legacy of Osvaldo Fresedo. This edition explores his legacy of smooth danceable tangos—and a couple of milongas.    That’s this Sunday on Tango Capital, 7:00pm to 8:00pm:

Image Credit: Vicki Choh

Tango Capital By The Lake

Lakeside reflections: 2 February 2021

Only three more evenings of dancing tango By The Lake this summer. Come and check in for some some Covid-19-safe tango by Lake Burley Griffin on 9 February.

DAY: Tuesdays, from 1 December to the end of February.
TIME: 5:30pm-7:30pm (unless actually raining)
WHERE: Queen Elizabeth Terrace, Parkes. In front of the Reconciliation Monument on the south bank of Lake Burley Griffin, near the Waterfront Restaurant, Parliamentary Triangle, Canberra.
COVID-19 SAFETY:
1. Bring a partner, or pair up on the spot; either way, no changing partners.
2. Register when you arrive using the Check-In Canberra app, or on paper.
3. Please reconsider if you have been to Victoria in the last fortnight.
4. Maintain social distancing on and off the dance-pavement.
5. Hand-sanitiser supplied.

Maggie Ferguson – Bandoneonista

Australian bandeonista Maggie Ferguson has been a constant in the growth of tango in Australia since early this century. That discussion is paired with a brief look at the life and legacy of bandoneonista and orquesta leader Osvaldo Fresedo, and there’s a brief round-up of upcoming tango events. That’s this Sunday on Tango Capital, 7:00pm to 8:00pm:

Image Credit: Ann Smith

Tango Capital – Back By The Lake!

The Bureau of Metereology says that dancing is forecast! Well, actually they said the day will be mid-twenties and probably dry….so….that means we are back! Looking forward to seeing you for some Covid-19-safe tango By The Lake this evening, 2 February.

DAY: Tuesdays, from 1 December to the end of February.
TIME: 5:30pm-7:30pm (unless actually raining)
WHERE: Queen Elizabeth Terrace, Parkes. In front of the Reconciliation Monument on the south bank of Lake Burley Griffin, near the Waterfront Restaurant, Parliamentary Triangle, Canberra.
COVID-19 SAFETY:
1. Bring a partner, or pair up on the spot; either way, no changing partners.
2. Register when you arrive using the Check-In Canberra app, or on paper.
3. Please reconsider if you have been to Western Australia in the last fortnight.
4. Maintain social distancing on and off the dance-pavement.
5. Hand-sanitiser supplied.

Image Credit: Ann Smith – Reflexiones