[Tango-L] Aus International TangoFest

[John Lowry]

We travelled to this festival for the first time.  We found it to be  
well organised and supported by all the major Tango teachers and  
organisers in Sydney.  The workshop venue (NIDA) was excellent for the  
purpose.  The milongas varied between restaurant and ballroom, a  
pleasant mix of venues, formality and music, thanks to the guest  
Dj's.  To be expected with a wide range and quality of dancers from  
near and far, the crowded milongas were a little bumpy, but I can hold  
my ground as well as any Argentine :).  Joaquin Amenabar's workshops  
were exceptional.  Highly recommended to anyone who is interested in  
dancing to the music (as opposed to max'ing speed / figures).  No  
experience of the visiting dance teachers, since our dance style is  
"milonguero" and, as with most festivals, this style of dance is not  
catered for.  On balance, an enjoyable week-end of Tango.  Oh, and the  
service in shops and restaurants  was friendly and helpful - no  
exceptions.  Good quality meals are inexpensive.   Thanks Sydney.  See  
you next year.
John