[Tango-L] Fw: Tete and Astird

[m i l e s]

Astrid,

Tete is the originator of modern close embrace tango.  And in the  
video that Ney shot, you're also seeing Tete trying to show off,  
something else you should remember, the man was never comfortable in  
front of crowds, and if the tango looks rushed, take something into  
account: Tete has control over all four feet!

How do I know this ?  I just spent 4 days with Daniel Trenner, who was  
Tete's student for several years.  I showed him the same video, and  
asked his opinion, mind you I said the same thing you did when I saw  
the video.  Daniel corrected me, pointing out that yes Tete is showing  
off, it *IS* a performance you know...however, the thing to remember  
when watching this video is that not only is Silvia the vassal through  
which Tete is working and has control over her feet.  Note that she  
does no embellishments, no adornments, nothing.  He even back leads  
her through leading him.

Watch it again.

M i l e s.