Tea & Tango


Live Music & Dancing

Every Saturday
5:00p - 9:00p
1680 Bryant St, Palo Alto

Practica

5:00 to 6:00 pm

Tango practice period in a supportive and friendly learning environment with two rooms for dancing

All Eras

Start from the Contemporary tangos of the 90s & 00s, stop by the revolutionary Tango Nuevo of the 70s and get transported back to the Golden Era of the 30s, 40s, and 50s

All Embrace Styles

For all comfort levels, skill levels and the diverse backgrounds in the cultural melting pot of the Silicon Valley

Beginner Friendly

Practica are designed for beginners where they are encouraged and supported to get ready for Milongas. Also a great place for high level dancers to practice opposite roles or improve their craft

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Pu erh Tea

Authentic pu erh prepared by a tea master from Yunnan district in China; preserved and aged in the US

Tea: 5:45 to 8:00p

Fresh hot tea served to enrich the mind, body and spirit as we practice and refine understanding of the music and the dance.


For some, Pu erh brings a relaxing and slightly uplifting shift along with various health benefits.


Served in authentic tea-ware, earthen pots and cups (limited quantity)


Complemented with snacks like Argentine empanadas or Indian samosas.

Live Music - Details

The Performing Artists

Claudio Ortega - May 17th

w/ pre-recorded Sexteto Yazmina Raies

Starting 6:00 PM, May 17th 2025

A mesmerizing Singing Concert Milonga, featuring the live voice of Claudio Ortega from Buenos Aires, accompanied by the recorded magic of Sexteto Típico Yazmina Raies. Claudio's performances are a beautiful blend of tango's rich history and modern flair, making this an unforgettable experience. Claudio, the Tango Singer from Buenos Aires effortlessly weaves tales of tango's history and local anecdotes into his performances, spanning classical to contemporary styles. With almost two decades of experience, he has graced prestigious venues like San Francisco Union Square, Stanford's Bing Musical Series, and the Hollywood Ford Amphitheater. Experience his unique blend of tango, boleros, and even Argentinian-accented Elvis.

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Trio Misterio - May 31st

Charles Gorczynski, Sasha Jacobson, Scott O'Day

Starting 6:00 PM, May 31st 2025


Charles Gorczynski is a Minneapolis-based composer and bandoneonist leading the Charles Gorczynski Tango Quartet and Redwood Tango Ensemble. As artistic director of the Twin Cities Tango Collective, he drives community engagement through large ensembles and education. His work, including collaborations with symphonies and international tango groups, earned a Latin Grammy nomination. He also runs Caverns, a studio for innovative tango recordings

2022 Latin Grammy nominee Sascha Jacobsen, a USC graduate, has performed with Kronos Quartet, Rita Moreno, Hugh Jackman, and tango masters like Raul Jaurena. Founder of the Musical Art Quintet, his compositions have been praised as “stylish and vigorous” (Strad Magazine). A leader in the Classical Revolution movement, he has played with symphonies, on Broadway, and in global tango tours. He also composes, arranges, and teaches at top institutions.


Oakland-based guitarist and arranger Scott O’Day is a member of the contemporary tango music scene. He is the artistic director of the acclaimed Scott O’Day Tango Trio. Regularly performing worldwide, he is also the director of the San Francisco Community Music Center Tango Ensemble, which serves as an incubator program for the Bay Area tango music scene.

Cuarteto ¡Ahora, Sí!, Jun 21st

Alex Zeyliger, Ken Miller, Crystie Shum, Stella Bonilla

Starting 6:00 PM, Jun 21st 2025


Cuarteto ¡Ahora, Sí! is a vibrant tango ensemble featuring Stella Bonilla (violin), Crystie Shum (piano), Ken Miller (double bass), and Alexander Zeyliger (vocals/bandoneon). Stella brings her rich experience as a violinist and conductor, performing across classical, Broadway, and tango genres. Crystie, a versatile pianist, has studied with tango maestros like Pablo Estigarribia and performs with local ensembles. Ken, a seasoned bassist, has played with the SF Symphony and top jazz musicians. Alexander, originally from Leningrad, blends his 20 years of tango dance experience with bandoneon mastery. All are regular members of Orquesta Típica Domo.

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Tea & Tango

Milonga
6:00 pm to 9:00 pm

$15/person
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    Tea & Tango w/ Claudio Ortega

    Milonga, May 17th
    6:00 pm to 9:00 pm

    $20/person
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      Tea & Tango w/ Trio Misterio

      Milonga, May 31st
      6:00 pm to 9:00 pm

      $25/person
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        Tea & Tango w/ Cuarteto ¡Ahora, Sí!

        Milonga, Jun 21st
        6:00 pm to 9:00 pm

        $25/person
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          Tea & Tango, 6 Week Series

          6 Practicas, 3 Milongas, 3 Live Music Milongas, May 17th - June 21st

          $99/person
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            Art Exhibit, Gino Severini

            Gino Severini was an Italian painter and leading figure in the Futurist movement, known for his vibrant depictions of urban life and dynamic movement. His work on tango, particularly "La Danseuse du Tango," captures the rhythmic energy and fluid motion of the dance, blending Cubist fragmentation with Futurist dynamism. Severini's art celebrates tango's vitality, using bold color and abstract forms to convey its sensuality and elegance.

            And, explore a Tango Library and artifacts from the collection of Alberto Paz & Valorie Hart


            Are you a painter or artist interested in exhibiting? Let's talk

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            Venue & Host

            Feeling Flow: Hosted at a historic heritage house in Palo Alto, we are inspired to help people experience flow through dance, yoga, meditation, and related arts, and give them basic tools to translate this experience into other areas of life. Flow is a state of awareness where we are completely immersed in what is right in front of us. It is a highly satisfying state that facilitates well-being and growth. Art, in essence, is a form of self-discovery and a connection practice. It is said that the best way to know yourself is through the mirror of relating to others, and what better way to do this than through music and movement while having fun?

            Feeling Flow1680 Bryant StPalo Alto, CA 94301

            Doors open 15 minutes before class.

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            1680 Bryant Street, Palo Alto, California 94301, United States

            Contact Us

            or email: teacher@feelingflow.org

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