Elina Roldán and Julio Mendez are another of the exciting couples to emerge during tango's modern revival. They both cut their tango teeth in the milongas of Buenos Aires, walking the innumerable kilometers in the salons that the milongueros say is the true measure of one's tango. They have also both traveled extensively in Europe teaching and performing. Elina's experience as a performer includes show tours in South America and Japan. The videos that they offer here are examples of a modern fusion of tango styles. Also look for Elina in the Follower's technique section and accompanying milonguero Tommy O'Connell in his videos. Translation by Brooke Burdett. (BttTV 2000- 60 mins. each)

BUY: Milonga and Milonga Traspie
You are introduced first to the traditional milonga and its fundamental elements, then shown how to incorporate the 'traspie', or triple step, into different elements of the dance enabling you to build a fun and extremely musical dance. The studio performance is delightful.

BUY: Tango - Combining Two Popular Styles: Closed Embrace Salon with Open Embrace Counter Rotation
A number of figures in each style are taught, using their particular elements to teach the specifics of technique required for each. Culminating in a sequence designed to show how the two styles can be easily mixed together. Includes lovely studio performance.