[Tango-L] Some thoughts on connection

[Gordon Erlebacher]

Mimi Santapa (Buenos Aires) states that both partners should be able to 
execute any step and figure on their own (we are not talking about 
colgadas and volcadas obviously) and not depend on their partner. That 
is how would define dancing independently. I have heard that from a few 
other teachers as well. Of course, during the dance, each partner takes 
the other into account when moving, executing figures, feeling the 
music, etc., thus the connection.

    Gordon


On 11/8/10 10:46 AM, Patricia Katz wrote:
> Over the years, I have heard these pointers mentioned by various teachers
> except for the first one:
> "1.The man&  the woman need to be able to dance independently in order to
> achieve true connection."
> I'm wondering what is meant by dancing independently?
> Thanks,
> Patricia
> http://www.torontoargentinetango.blogspot.com
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