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Hawaii Tango Marathon 2019
January 25, 26, 27
in Honolulu, Hawaii
A high-level, warm-embrace Tango Marathon for experienced tango dancers featuring top deejays, special workshops, inspirational presentations, themed milongas, afternoon alternative practicas, sunset catamaran cruises, Sunday afternoon barbecue by the beach and live music. The venue, Aloha Dancesport Center features a quality, well-cushioned dance floor and a great sound system that makes this a comfortable and enjoyable event all weekend long and a great excuse to vacation in Hawaii this winter.
Our Faculty of Tango Professionals and VIP Guests:
Akiyoshi & Noriko Tanada (Tokyo)
Christy Coté (San Francisco)
Former USA Tango Champions Nicholas Tapia & Stephanie Berg
Tango Ambassador Hiro Iwashimizu (Japan)
Joe Powers Harmonica Virtuoso
Deejay Mariano Bejarano (Miami)
Deejay Carol-Ann Horowitz
Deejay George Garcia
Deejay Dale McMorrow
Deejay Dean Baumann
Deejay Silvana Tortorella
Also...
We'll have live musical performances by harmonica virtuoso Joe Powers, Argentine keyboardist Miguel Rosenman, piano & accordionist Pierre Grill & violinist Duane Padilla, and guitarist Steve Howells & violinist Lisa, and vocalist Willow Chang.
Just joining us from LA is bandoneonista Francisco Soriano & guitarist Jeff White.
A new addition this year is the Alternative Afternoon Practicas 5:00-7:00pm Saturday and Sunday with DJ Dean Baumann of Denver and live world music with the Space Kadets, Steve & Lisa.
Vendors:
Pimon Martel Turquoise tango shoes and assorted tango wear for men and women (Canada)
Tango Fashionwear by Rina Gendelman (SFO)
Tango Painting and Art by Heather Anders Art (Honolulu)
Hawaii Tango Marathon 2019 is conveniently located between downtown Honolulu and Waikiki at:
Aloha DanceSport Center
350 Ward Avenue
Honolulu, HI 96814
Link to Brown Paper Tickets registration and payment site:
https://hawaiitangomarathon2019.brownpapertickets.com/
Payment is through PayPal but a PayPal account is NOT needed. You will be able to check out as a guest.
Catamaran Cruises!
We will again offer Thursday and Friday Night Sunset Cruises. We can take up to 40 persons and both cruises sold out last year.
Thursday's Sunset cruise check-in is 6:00pm
Friday's Fireworks cruise check-in is 6:45pm
Price of the cruise is $35 includes the cruise and beverages. Payment is at the cruise to Captain of Catamaran.
If you would like to join any of the cruises email me at
islatango@hotmail.com to reserve your slot.
Were planning a Sunday afternoon casual outdoor tango potluck barbecue party at Kewalo Basin Park Pavilion located in the same area as the catamaran cruise docks, more toward the oceanside.
Time: 3:00pm till sunset. The milonga venue is walking distance but we can provide carpool.
Please contact me at islatango@hotmail.com if you are interested in attending.
Dress Code/Attire:
Friday - "Aloha Friday Floral" dress in tropical colors
Saturday - "Glitter & Bling" Dress to Impress
Saturday night are the professional performances
Saturday/Sunday Alternative Practica - Casual Elegant
Sunday - "1940s Gangster Night"
Sunday night is live music night with our musicians
Accommodations:
For lodging, we highly recommend AirBnb.
AirBnB Oahu has incredibly good rates with units in Waikiki and Diamond Head. The Makiki and Honolulu areas might be even more convenient being close to the tango marathon event locations.
The Zip Code is 96814
Conveniently close in Waikiki, the Ambassador Hotel Waikiki has good prices - averaging $150/night
https://ambassadorwaikiki.com/
The nearest hotels are the Pagoda Hotel, a bit dated but near the shopping center, also the Ala Moana Hotel next to Ala Moana Shopping Centre - Prices average $180/night.
Trivago is a good source for deals.
https://www.trivago.com/oahu-34454/hotel
Transportation suggestions:
We now have BIKI rentals all over the city with complete bike racks and dozens of rentals at each station at major intersections and shopping/dining areas. Very near (across the street) are carshare stations as well.
Hawaii Tango Marathon 2019 Program
(subject to update)
Friday Jan 25 at Aloha DanceSport Center
350 Ward Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96814
5:00-6:00pm: Salon room setup
6:00-9:00pm: Meet & Greet Mixer - Hosts George G. & Christy Coté - with Deejay Silvana Tortorella
9:00pm: Hawaiian Blessing Chant by Kahu Kordel Kekoa & hula by Willow Chang, plus introduction of DJs, guest professionals and VIPs
9:15pm: Aloha Floral Milonga - Tropical colors
Music by DJ Mariano Bejarano
w/Joe Powers sometime, somewhere in the night
10:00pm: Introduction of guests - demo of VIPs
12:00am: DJ Dale McMorrow
3:00am: La Cumparsita
Saturday Jan 26 at Aloha DanceSport Center
5:15pm Alternative Practica - DJ Dean Baumann
7:00-8:15pm Seminar: Modern Milonguero Secrets by Nicholas Tapia & Stephanie Berg*
8:15pm: Milonga - "GLITTER & BLING" Dress to Impress!
Music by DJ Mariano
10:30pm: Professional performances
1:00am: Music by DJ George
3:30am "La Cumparsita"
Sunday Jan 27 at Aloha DanceSport Center
5:15pm Alternative Practica - DJ Dean Baumann, live world music with The Space Kadets: Steven Howells and Lisa
7-8:15pm Lecture: "Dancing to Different Orquestas" - Akiyoshi & Noriko Tanada
8:15pm: Milonga "1940s Gangster and Flapper Night"
DJ Carol Anne Horowitz
Live music tandas by keyboardist Miguel Rosenman, Harmonica by Joe Powers, Piano & Accordionist Pierre Grill & violinist Duane Padilla, vocalist Willow Chang plus bandoneonista Francisco Soriano & guitarist Jeff White
11:00pm: music by DJ Mariano
3:00am: "La Cumparsita"
Refreshments, snacks, soft drinks and wine provided each night, all night long.
*Saturday Workshop topic for Nick & Steph
Modern Milongero Secrets (int or adv)
These moves and techniques come from the new generation of Milongueros that frequent the most crowded and traditional milongas of Buenos Aires. We will cover how to create a warm circular embrace, rhythmic expression, and if the class is ready for it, giros! This class will use close embrace exclusively.
Plus...
Additional events before & after:
Thur Jan 24
Welcome Milonga at Honolulu Club
7:30pm: DJ George Garcia
Music: Traditional Argentine Tango
11:15pm - La Cumparsita
Attire: Casual
Admission: $10
Honolulu Club Lounge
Bar service and restaurant available until 9pm
7th Floor
932 Ward Avenue
Honolulu, HI 96814
Validated parking
Monday Jan 28
Farewell Milonga at Honolulu Club Lounge
8:00pm: Music by DJ Carol Anne Horowitz
Music: Traditional Tango
11:15pm - "La Cumparsita"
Attire: Casual Elegant
Admission: $10
Honolulu Club Lounge
Bar service and restaurant available until 9pm
7th Floor
932 Ward Avenue
Honolulu, HI 96814
Non-related event, but recommended
Tuesday, Jan 29th
Tango at Medicis in Manoa Marketplace
8:30-10:30pm
Music by DJ - maybe me?
Admission: $12
2754 Woodlawn Drive
Honolulu, HI 96822
See you in Honolulu!
- George
My contact info:
George Garcia
808-721-2123
islatango@hotmail.com
http://www.islatango.com/
Other stuff....
Tango Marathon Refund Policy
75% refund before 30 days of the marathon
50% refund within 30 days of the marathon
75% refund for medical reasons (up to 48hours before marathon
- requires copy of doctor's office visit)
No show - no refund
No refund within 48 hours of the event
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LocationAloha DanceSport Center (View)
350 Ward Ave Suite 200
Honolulu, HI 96814
United States
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| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: Yes! |
| Wheelchair Accessible: No |
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