What is "Encuentro Milonguero"?
If you have already taken part in an „Encuentro
Milonguero” type tango marathon and you know what it is, please don't read any
further. :-)
If this is the first time for you, here are the most important
things:
„Encuentro Milongueros” use „codigos” – habits and rules - of
traditional milongas in Buenos Aires like Cachirulo, El Beso, La National, etc.
- invitation is by mirada/cabaceo: please use your eyes and head for invitation. There will be enough light to see the other side of the ballroom;
- milonguero-people like close embrace - please use it;
- please avoid high boleos and ganchos;
- most of the dancers choose partner in accordance with the music: one tanda with one partner is usual, everyone tries to sit down between tandas. After cortinas the empty dance floor helps in mirada/cabaceo;
- don’t expect alternative, neo or electro tango music;