Robert has been an Argentine Tango teacher and DJ since 1997. Based in Portland Oregon, he specializes in close embrace “milonguero” style tango. Robert’s teaching focuses on solid foundations with a particular emphasis on the dynamics of smooth, elegant walking and sensitive communication between partners.

Music is an integral part of dance and every culture has its own way of dancing and feeling music. These differences may be subtle or profound and can present challenges when learning a dance from another culture. This article will explore some of what this will mean to the beginning tango dancer.