[Tango-L] The world's best Argentine Tango Festival

[Neil Liveakos]

Michael, We did have fun! Photos up on www.milonga.us. Gracias, Neil

On 8/10/06, Michael Figart II <michaelfigart at yahoo.com> wrote:
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> I would like to publicly extend my appreciation, (and Happy Birthday
> wishes!), to Karen Whitesell, for presenting, once again, one of the
> finest of all Argentine Tango Festivals. "Meeting in the Middle" last
> weekend was truly a fantastic experience. Everything ran like a
> well-oiled machine thanks to Karen, Janis, Ida, and Connie, and the $1
> taxi service by Ann. All of the food was delicious and more than
> plentiful. Ice cream every day.
> GREAT MUSIC by Robert Hauk and Robin Thomas. Super classes by Robert
> Hauk/Barbara Durr, Robin Thomas/Jennifer Olsen, and Ney Melo/Jennifer
> Bratt.
> I've attended many classes by these guys in the past, and will always
> look forward to the next! The milongas were MAGICAL. And really great
> tango fanatics from all over the US helped make this event so special;
> it's actually an intimate, family affair, where old friendships are
> renewed, and new ones are made each year.
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> This festival is held in the finest venue I've ever had the privilege to
> enjoy. The ballroom is special not only because of its beauty, but also
> because one knows upon seeing this gorgeous building, that Karen put her
> heart and soul, and a helluva lot of work, into its restoration. Her
> love of tango seeps out of the beautiful wood floors, shines from the
> chandeliers, and is reflected by the mirrors in the antique arched
> window frames on the south wall of the ballroom, which mirror the real
> windows on the north side. Although one has to see it, and dance it, to
> truly appreciate it, there are some great photos, and the story of its
> transformation, at http://thelearningdepot.com/murrays-1/index.html
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> Karen, and all, many thanks for all your dedication, your hard work, and
> the spirit you put into creating such a unique and wonderful experience.
> You have all of my admiration and respect for the impact you've made on
> me and many others through your generosity and love.
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> Warm regards to all, and I'm already looking forward to next August!
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> Michael Figart II
> Houston, Texas
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Neil Liveakos
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