Episode 145: Tango is life, and life is Tango - James Valentino

Episode 145: Tango is life, and life is Tango - James Valentino

Author: Joe Yang June 15, 2020 Duration: 44:00
For today's show, I have a returning guest. He was one of the first people I interviewed for this podcast back in 2017, and I'm thrilled to have him back again. He's been dancing professionally since 1998, starting out as a ballroom dancer. Then, he fell in love with Argentine Tango. He established City Style Tango, a dynamic studio located just outside Detroit, Michigan. He's a choreographer, teacher, event organizer, and competitor. I honestly don't know where he gets the energy to do all that AND travel to tango festivals. But I'm glad I was able to catch up with him and have him back on the show! Let's welcome back James Valentino... More on James here: Website: citystyletango.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CityStyleDanceStudio/ More Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dancestudiocitystyletango Help support Joe’s Tango podcast; it's easy! Be a Subscribestar follower: www.subscribestar.com/tangopodcast Or you can make a secure donation here via Paypal: bit.ly/2T4woBP

There’s a moment in learning Argentine tango when the steps start to fade into feeling, and the real journey begins. Joe's Tango podcast lives in that space, created by Joe Yang for anyone who has felt that initial spark and wants to understand what lies beneath the dance. Rather than offering instruction, this series pulls up a chair for conversations with the people who shape the tango world-internationally renowned instructors, thoughtful event organizers, and the musicians whose work gives the dance its soul. Each discussion aims to uncover the deeper insights and unspoken philosophies that turn a series of movements into a lifelong passion. You’ll hear stories about connection, culture, and the personal challenges that even experts face, all with a warmth that makes every episode feel like a chat among friends. This isn’t about quick tips; it’s about feeding the curiosity that keeps you returning to the dance floor. Tango, as Joe’s guests often reveal, is as much about listening and personal growth as it is about technique. Tune into this podcast for a regular dose of perspective and motivation, a companion for your own path in a dance that never truly ends.
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