Argentine Tango Steps
The Castigada
The word Castigada comes from the verb castigar which means to punish. So it basically means a punishment! It is…
Argentine Tango Steps
Giros (or Turns) or Molinete
There are 3 key terms to know when discussing Giros: The Giro (or turn)Contragiro which is a giro performed in the…
Argentine Tango Steps
The Sentada (Sitting)
The sentada is executed by the follower mounting, or appearing to mount, the lead’s supporting leg. It is sometimes used as a…
Argentine Tango Steps
The Side Cross Step
A variation of the Two-Step Walk is the Side Cross Step. If you’re the follower, you should start by standing…
Argentine Tango History
Francisco Canaro
Francisco Canaro (November 26, 1888 – December 14, 1964) was an Uruguayan violinist and tango orchestra leader. Nickname: Pirincho (a…
