The Meaning of Tango: The Story of the Argentinian Dance - Hardcover

Denniston, Christine

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1906032165 ISBN 13: 9781906032166

Publisher: Portico, 2008

Synopsis

From the backstreets of Buenos Aires to Parisian high society, this is the extraordinary story of the dance that captivated the world - a tale of politics and passion, immigration and romance. The Tango was the cornerstone of Argentine culture, and has lasted for more than a hundred years, popular today in America, Japan and Europe. 'The Meaning of Tango' traces the roots of this captivating dance, from it's birth in the poverty stricken Buenos Aires, the craze of the early 20th century, right up until it's revival today, thanks to shows such as Strictly Come Dancing. This book offers history, knowledge, teachings and in-sights which makes it valuable for beginners, yet its in-depth analysis makes it essential for experienced dancers. It is an elegant and cohesive critique of the fascinating tale of the Tango, which not only documents its culture and politics, but is also technically useful.

About this title

From the Author:

Christine Denniston is a former theater director who has been teaching the tango for more than 20 years and was the first non-Argentinian to teach the dance in Buenos Aires.

About the Author:

Christine Denniston has been teaching the Tango since 1993. She lived in Argentina in the 1990s, and has appeared on both television and radio as a tango expert. Christine lives in London.

About this edition

• Publisher: Portico
• Publication date: 2008
• ISBN 10: 1906032165
• ISBN 13: 9781906032166
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 224