ABSTRACT
In theory, tango argentino is easy to dance; it is only steps, pivots, and the right body position. There is no need to learn complicated figures, lifts, sequences, or jumps. But often, the simplest things are the most complicated to perfect. Learning to dance tango is a never-ending endeavor, and many tango dancers who have danced for more than 10 or 20 years feel that they have only started to explore all the movement options tango contains. To understand how musical tango dancing works, it is necessary to first examine tango dance movements. An exploration of the movement basics provides an understanding of the limitations and options of choreomusical relations in tango. The basic tango posture of the individual dancer is that which is generally referred to as “good posture” or “standing upright”. The shoulders should be relaxed, the spine supported by the core muscles in a straight, upright position.
