Tango To Go
plus so much dancing in the next week or so

Hey folks - I promised you a new playlist "to take with you" in the newsletter last week. Well here it is. What is a To-Go playlist? Read on to find out! Also - we’ve got things starting this week and next: Historic Dance Workshops (everybody welcome!), a Level 4 WCS 4-week class, Fox Trot Deep Dives, Carolina Shag getting groovy on Fridays, and beginner Salsa. Details on all that below.

Tango To Go, plus several co- “to-goes”

So - lets say, you’re going to a wedding next month and you’ve been coming to lessons with us long enough that you feel like you could maybe do this cool new dancey thing in public. But - will the DJ have the correct music? Maybe. Probably. But will they know what the correct music is? Probably not. Not unless they are a frequent ballroom dance dj or a dancer themselves. The solution? Bring your own playlist! Have a handful of popular songs that work for your dance style you can ask for by name.

You can always visit our YouTube Channel to find almost 30 playlists of songs to practice to, but they won’t necessarily be songs the average event DJ would have. So - here’s a customized list, geared specifically towards this situation.

I started with the dance I expected to be the hardest - American Tango. Not into Tango yet? Don’t despair - this list will still have songs for you. Since traditional Tango music does not fit the typical American pop zeitgeist, you’ll find most of these songs are also Hustles or Cha Chas. In fact - only three are songs where my immediate choice was Tango. They are at the top of the list. I would, however, think twice about asking for Toxic at your friend’s wedding.

Die Another Day by Madonna

Toxic by Brittany Spears

Higher by Michael Bublé (also a Cha Cha)

The next few are all Hustles that also happen to work well as Tangos. These are on the fast end of the comfort zone for 4-Count Hustle, and that’s part of what makes them work well for Tango.

Love Runs Out by OneRepublic

Counting Stars by OneRepublic

Time of Our Lives by Pitt Bull & Ne-Yo

I Gotta Feeling by Black Eyed Peas

And this last group for today is all Cha Chas that are also Tangos. This overlap is frequently called Tang-Cha or Cha-Cha-Go, because silly is fun.

I Need To Know by Marc Anthony

Dynamite by Taio Cruz

Black Magic Woman by Santana

Schedule Highlights We've got lots of opportunities coming up for you to get on the dance floor, plus a bunch of schedule decisions have (finally!) been made. So here's the quick scoop on upcoming classes and workshops. But before we get into the specifics, if you want a quick refresher on the differences between the kinds of lessons we offer, visit our webpage here. Night Groove Dance Party Saturday, June 7 7:00pm - Complimentary Dance Lesson 8:00pm - Social Dancing Feeling the Rhythm of the Night? Enjoy Dancing in the Moonlight? We're throwing a night-themed Dance Party this Saturday that's going to be unforgettable, and we'd love for you to join us. This a great chance for you to show off your Night Moves. DETAILS Our next Dance Party will be Summer Road Trip on July 13.     Fox Trot Deep Dive in June (Advanced Workshops) Mondays, June 10 and June 17 Learn more We will be reviving some old favorites as well as tackling new moves, never before taught in our studio, material. Can you join the fun if you've never done a Deep Dive before? Yes, absolutely! But all Deep Dives have prerequisites. Usually the prereqs are fundamental moves in the dance styles, occasionally a foundation in a different dance style. Please check them carefully or talk to a Sapphire Instructor before attending. For more information on Deep Dives in general, Check out this newsletter article (http://SapphireDance.com/Email/2023/2023-11-B.html) from last year, when we first announced this addition to our programs.     Level 4 West Coast Swing Tuesdays June 11 through July 9 at 6pm ~ Details here The L3 WCS class is going strong and they want even more! So, we're starting Level 4 on Tuesday! Level 4 West Coast Swing is a 4-week group class intended for dancers who have already learned the basics of West Coast Swing, including right and left side pass, sugar push and sugar push variations, and a whip or two. If this sounds like you, we'd love to have you join us! Solo dancers are welcome!     Historic Dance Workshops Party like its 1799 on 2nd Tuesdays: June 11, and July 9 etc. - Please register by noon that day Do you adore Jane Austin movies? Which version of P&P was the best - let's discuss! How about George Washington - he was a hottie on the dance floor. Join us as we take a spin in historic style during a fun, light-hearted class of English Country Dancing. Each lesson is completely independent - you are welcome to join in at any time with absolutely no experience. Historic Workshops will keep going on 2nd Tuesdays all summer with possible exceptions around holidays. Details at SapphireDance.com/GroupLessons.php     Carolina Shag in Friday Beginner Workshops Learn more If you'd like to dance in the sand, but don't know the moves, we're here for you, baby! This groovy, slow tempo swing dance has a classic feel and a cool groove. Add the beach music will take you on a mini vacation without the hassle of packing. All Fridays in June.         Level 1 Salsa starting Thursday, June 20 Learn more. Several of you asked for Salsa - we've got Salsa from you! This is a completely Beginner 4-week class with a bonus. We're scheduling 5 weeks so that if you have to miss one (it is that vacation time of year), you won't be out anything. This semester's schedule is still growing. Do you have something you'd like to learn? Let us know and we'll see what we can do. Summer's coming - Carolina Shag next? Thursdays, June 20 through July (skipping July 4) This is a 4-week class - if you're looking for a drop-in style class, check out Friday Beginner Workshops (next item). They are doing Shag right now!           Sound like fun? Sign up today! Please register by noon the day of the event online at SapphireBallroom.Square.site or by emailing us and paying at the event - just reply to this email with your name and the names of anyone you plan to bring. Want to help make these events a success? Bring your friends, share the Facebook event, like our Instagram posts. It all helps! Remember, you can keep up with our news on Facebook at SapphireBallroom and Instagram at SapphireBallroom. Back to Top.

Sapphire's group classes and workshops are always small, low stress, and fun. They are a great way to meet other people who have also decided to learn to dance, as well as get to know our teaching staff. It doesn't take any long-term investment to get started, no special clothing or shoes - just something comfortable to wear and a sense of adventure. So, take the plunge and try it out.

All classes (in person or online) require registration by noon the day the class starts. We are happy to add late-comers if we can, but classes may be cancelled or rescheduled if registration is low.

Four ways to register, just choose one and we'll take care of the rest:
1 - reply to this email info@sapphiredance.com;
2 - register and pay at the same time at our online store at SapphireBallroom.square.site;
3 - talk to your favorite Sapphire Staff member;
4 - give us a ring at 540-382-8782.

Thanks for reading; we hope you found something you liked. Until we see you again, happy dancing!

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