Product Details

• Actors: Fabian Salas
• Directors: Fabian Salas
• Format: NTSC
• Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  
• Number of discs: 1
• Studio: Tango Dynamics
• DVD Release Date: March 30, 2003
• Run Time: 57 minutes
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
• ASIN: 097064857X
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #35,100 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)

Editorial Reviews

From the Actor

This course is highly recommended for beginners and ballroom dancers taking up authentic Argentine Tango, as well as for experienced tango dancers as a refresher course in fundamentals. Volume 3 concentrates on "giros" (turns) - one of the fundamental structures of Argentine Tango. The 10 lessons will help you to learn the proper technique of the giros, as well as a few sequences and tips. The followers will benefit from Cecilia's clear approach and excellent footwork, while men will understand the importance of the giros and how to lead them properly.

Product Description

In 10 easy lessons of Volume III (DVD-57 min.), Fabián teaches the Basic Giros. Giros (turns) are one of the fundamental structures of the authentic Argentine tango. This video concentrates on the proper technique and the basic elements of the giros, as well as on a few sequences and tips that will allow you to practice and learn.

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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

39 of 39 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great foundation, November 19, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: The Tango Fundamentals: Volume Three - Basic Giros [VHS] (VHS Tape)

This video builds a great foundation for learning more advanced steps and figures in Argentine tango. Turns (a.k.a. giros) are so fundamental and so argentine that without mastering them there is little hope that one can become an advanced tanguero. The instruction in this video starts with very simple concepts and exercises, and then builds up to more advanced and complex patterns, yet staying easy and fun to do. Great teachers, excellent production quality, highly recommend it for all aspiring tango dancers.

37 of 37 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This is it, January 10, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: The Tango Fundamentals: Volume Three - Basic Giros [VHS] (VHS Tape)

Giros is what separates true argentine dancers from pretenders. Pretenders are the ones who can make ochos and ganchos, etc., but can't really execute turns (giros). This video makes learning the traditionally challenging giros easy. The exercises are excellent and progression is quick. If you learn to do giros (and you will using this video), you can be satisfied in knowing that you are dancing the authentic Tango Argentino.

31 of 31 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Turning bliss, October 24, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: The Tango Fundamentals: Volume Three - Basic Giros [VHS] (VHS Tape)

Argentine tango giros or turns can be done in a circle or in a line, and are an amazing sight when done properly and with speed. In this video, the art and science of giros is made simple and easy to learn for both women and men. The close-up scenes concentrate on proper technique and footwork, while teacher's commentary explains various rhythmic variations. Once you master them, the argentine turns can be a blissful experience. All that's needed is some practice and guidance, which this video definitely provides.