Tango Evolution - Music & Dance: Sunday Concert Series
Sunday 16 June, 6pm
Tickets: $35 / $25 (concession)
Concession prices available for students and over-65s
In its ongoing commitment to support and provide opportunities for live performance, The Arts House Trust is proud to present the Sunday Concert Series 2024 - an eclectic array of musicians and musical genres showcasing local performers.
Emotions and special magical feelings occur when two dancers join together with musicians to experience the evolving life of Tango. The experience is felt by dancers and musicians alike including spectators as the music is transformed into dynamic movements both in sync and sympathetic to the rhythms, breath-holding pauses of…Tango
The evolution of Argentine Tango from 1880 to the present day, coupled with the influence of renowned composers, has solidified Tango as a timeless and captivating art form that continues to captivate audiences around the world. Join with Dance Pasion as they take you through this Tango journey
Let us embrace the Tango evolution and experience the magic…
New Zealand professional Argentine Tango couple John Flower and Natallia Ramanchuk have been performing and teaching Tango together since 2019 including performances at the fabulous Napier Art Deco Festival, Latin Fiestas, Mission Estate, and recently performed with AOTango at the Auckland Museum. Natallia and John recently returned from continuing their training with Tango masters in Buenos Aires.
Natallia Ramanchuk and John Flower are joined by accomplished musicians Karl Benton, Ricky de Medeiros and Sergei Gulyaev to present a journey through the magical evolution of Tango.
ABOUT TANGO
The evolution of Argentine tango from its origins in the late 19th century to its current status as a globally recognized dance form has been a fascinating journey shaped by cultural influences and artistic innovations. Emerging in the marginalized neighbourhoods of Buenos Aires in the 1880s, tango was initially a dance of the working class, characterized by its raw emotion and improvisational nature. Over time, tango underwent a series of transformations.
Central to the evolution of tango has been the contribution of influential composers who have shaped the genre's distinctive sound. Composers such as Carlos Gardel, Astor Piazzolla, and Osvaldo Pugliese have played a significant role in defining the musical landscape of tango, infusing it with passion, drama, and sophistication. Their compositions have become iconic within the tango repertoire, providing the perfect accompaniment for tango showcases that feature intricate footwork, dramatic poses, and intense connections between partners.
ABOUT THE PERFORMERS
John Flower’s dance training began with ice skating where he became a gold-level ice dancer. He is a New Zealand Stage Tango Champion and represented NZ multiple times in World Stage Tango Championships in Buenos Aires, Argentina. John has performed with the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra and the APO.
Natallia Ramanchuk enjoys teaching and performing. A belly dance instructor for Arabellas, Natallia has also danced & performed Brazilian Samba with NZ Samba Passion – MUSAS for many years. Natallia has participated in many festivals, events, workshops, Samba parades and shows including an unforgettable experience while parading and dancing at Samba Carnival in Rio de Janeiro. One of the highlights was performing on the TV show “Dancing with the Stars” and featuring in the video for FIFA World Cup. Natallia has performed Argentine Tango at various events in New Zealand and recently enjoyed the intensive tango training taken in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Karl Benton (Piano)
Ricky de Medeiros (Guitar) A passionate musician with a unique style, Ricky blends elements of Bossa Nova, classical guitar fingerstyle, Latin grooves, and flamenco techniques. He honed his skills by studying under masters of classical and traditional music in his native Brazil. His talent has earned him recognition as a reference in Latin guitar, and he has performed with a number of notable musicians, including Latin Grammy Award Winners Romulo Castro and Mireya Ramos.
Ricky quickly made a name for himself in NZ with his fingerstyle guitar technique, performing at special events and venues nationwide. He has also recorded with NZ Music Award Winners LatinAotearoa and performed live on TVNZ with Sony Music singer Yulia. Ricky accompanied acclaimed Brazilian singer Alda Rezende at the annual Brazilian Day festival in Auckland and played Brazil's national anthem with Samba Drum Ensemble Unidos de Aotearoa. Ricky joined with Jimy Kara (a graduate from the prestigious Berkley College of Music). Together they formed the guitar duo AcoustiCartel. the duo opened for the renowned Brazilian international Gabriel Sater and featured as special guests.
Sergei Gulyaev is a violinist and astronomer educated in Russia. He has played in different orchestras and bands including NZ-based Boutique Duet and Alma Tango. Sergei enjoys Tango music and has danced Argentinean Tango since 2019.