[Tango-L] Using the social dance as THE model

[Jack Dylan]

I think they're dancing to suit the space that's available. 
If it were crowded, they'd no doubt dance differently.

But, yes, the back-step, usually only one, is very common
in the milongas of Buenos Aires unless it's very crowded.

Jack



> From: Ming Mar <ming_mar at yahoo.com>
> 
> I find it interesting that after he does 6-7-8 of the 
> basic, the next step is a back step.  I also find it 
> interesting that he sometimes takes three back steps.  
> While some people might dislike the back step, it is 
> evidently authentic.
>