[Tango-L] Corte, what is it? %)

[steve pastor]

You may call something anthing you wish. However, upon reading your post
  the following came to mind - 
  "Cunita — Cradle: A forward and backward rocking step done in time with the music
  and with or without chiches, which is useful for marking time or changing direction in a 
  small space.  This movement may be turned to the left or right, danced with either the 
  left or right leg forward, and repeated as desired."  
  You should be able to find this definition at several to many tango sites.
  If you've done this when dancing apilado, and at an appropriate time in the music,
  you will definately appreciate the name.
Steve
   
  
Igor Polk <ipolk at virtuar.com> wrote:
  Thanks for all your answers!
Especially I loved Mel's. Very useful indeed !

I was talking about this:

> I am simply making steps forward. Then, on one step,
> after the leg is extended instead of transferring weight to it, I push off
> the floor and return the foot back. It can be done to the side, or
> other directions.

It can be called "Rock step", but I see a subtle difference in technique.
Besides, that does not sound like Tango.

I propose to call it "Paso Cortado" in analogy with "Ocho Cortado".

Objections?

Igor

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