Salsa Dancing News and Updates

Hi Folks.

Yes! The UK Salsa Congress is rapidly approaching. The UK version of this now regular world famous event was instigated by Paul Young and has established itself as one of the most prestigious Salsa events in the world. It has come a long way since its inauguration 4 years ago at Butlins in Bognor Regis.

There will be an official Salsa Championships for Teams and European Cup for couples for the first time at a Salsa Congress and among the judging panel will be Edie 'The Salsa Freak', Eric Lalta and the current IDO World Champions and Strictly Dance Fever stars (as seen on the BBC) Chris Marques & Jaci Spencer. It looks like Salsa is slowly coming into the dancing mainstream.

There will be a long line up of international and local artists, the best that the world has to offer. This includes Juan Matos, Johnny Vasquez, Tropical Gem, Oliver Pineda and Luda Kroitor (my current favourites), Edie the Salsa Freak, and our own home grown stars Leon Rose, Susan Montero and many more.

Butlins now have a hotel on site and you can now spend the Salsa Congress weekend in luxury. The hotel was there for the last UK Salsa Congress in 2005. I myself will be staying at the hotel for the first time this year so I will let you know what it is like.

I will be reporting more on this super event nearer the time. So look out for future issues.

See you tomorrow.

Aubrey

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02-08-2006 6:04 pm - Oliver Pineda and Luda Kroitor. Salsa Champions again!!

Hi folks.

1. Best in the World.

Well I said so. I mentioned the dancers from Australia Oliver Pineda and Luda Kroitor who I saw at the West Coast Salsa Congress in May this year and said they stood head and shoulders above the rest of the dancers on show. Well they have proved this again by winning the 2006 World Salsa Open in Puerto Rico last Saturday!

They have now proven that they are the best in the world, already winning the World Salsa Championship "On 2" title in 2005 in New Orleans. This is the 2nd Annual World Salsa Open, which was started last year in order to provide a venue for World championship competition, pitting the best dancers in the world against each other.

2. Oliver.

Oliver Pineda, who is Australia’s only 2 time World Salsa Champion was born in Australia of Chilean descent. He is one of Australia's most admired and sought after dancers and instructors.

Apart from Salsa and Mambo, Oliver's dance experience also extends to Rueda, Merengue, Lambada, Samba, Cumbia, Cha Cha, Rumba, Afro Cuban Rumba, Jive and Paso Doble as well as modern dances such as the Waltz , Slow Foxtrot, Quick Step and Jazz.

3. Luda.

Luda, originally from Russia, has been dancing since the age of eleven. She has toured the United States with the musical show 'Burn The Floor' and was also chosen to dance in two series of the Channel 7 reality TV show ‘Dancing with the Stars’. Luda was also the Japanese Open Champion in 1999.

4. Oliver and Luda.

Oliver and Luda were a partnership since Luda was 11 years old. Together they began their journey into studying, teaching and performing all styles of Latin and Dancesport all over Sydney, Australia.

They have won many competitions including the IDO World Salsa Championship in 2001, the World Salsa Championships 2005 in Las Vegas and now the 2006 World Salsa Open in Puerto Rico.

Oliver and Luda have performed at many Salsa Congresses around the world, including the Annual West Coast Salsa Congress in Los Angeles 2003 - 2006, the UK Salsa Congress 2004 and 2005 and the Puerto Rican Salsa Congress 2005 and of course 2006.

5. Oliver and Luda at the UK Salsa Congress.

The UK Salsa Congress will be upon us soon and Oliver and Luda will be performing there. I for one cannot wait.

For more on Oliver and Luda please see Oliver Pineda and Luda Kroitor.

More Salsa news tomorrow.

Aubrey

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03-08-2006 11:28 pm - Salsa and Latin Snippets worldwide!!

1. London, UK.

Brasil Brasileiro.

This summer 50 performers bring alive to Sadler's Wells the spirit that makes Brazil so unique. Famed for its euphoric dance heritage, this is a country where the musical culture of Africa and Europe merged in a melting pot of dance forms to create its own nation rhythm: the Samba.

Brasil Brasileiro shows the samba in all its forms, from its beginnings as a ritual love dance to the excitement of a modern day Rio street carnival. It demonstrates the influence of other genres, from the lightning footwork of forro to the agility of Hip Hop and capoeira, the sensuality of choro, and the groovy moves of batucada.

All the 30 dancers and 15 musicians come from Brazil. They are joined by five renowned singers, all of whom are considered living legends in Brazil, and include Jair Rodrigues and Elza Soares, who recently appeared at the Jazz Café.

The show is conceived and directed by Claudio Segovia, whose numerous Broadway and West End hits include the Olivier Award nominated Tango Argentino, and Black and Blue, nominated for ten Tony Awards.

For more details please see Brasil Brasileiro

2. LA, USA.

World Salsa Championships trials begin.

The trials for the World Salsa Championships in December as seen on ESPN begins this Friday 4th August at the Century Club. This is brought to you by Albert Torres and the Century Club.

There will be 7 Fridays of trials and then the Semi Finals on 22nd Sept and the Finals on 29th Sept. 1st place winners receive airline tickets, hotel accmmodation, meals and the opportunity to represent The Century Club at The World Salsa Championships in December 2006.

Combine this with the best Salsa Music and dancers every Friday! On Friday 4th August 2006 Yari More & His Orchestra will be supplying the live music and DJ Frank the latest Salsa tunes. The Best Dancers of the West Coast will be dancing to live music and DJ tunes. So this great combination every Friday is not to be missed!

Time: - Doors Open At 8:00 pm. Competition is at 10:00 pm. Partying until 2:00 am.

Location: - Century Club, 10131 Constellation Blvd, Century City, CA 90067, West L.A.

Cost: - Call 310. 445 9705 or check Albert Torres Website. Over 21. Upscale Dress Code.

That's all for now. See you tomorrow.

Aubrey

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04-08-2006 10:51 pm - What's on for the weekend and beyond!

1. Manchester, UK.

Salsology Workshop.

The next Salsology Skool takes place on Saturday 5th August 2006 at The Lancashire Health and Racquet Club in Middleton, Manchester. Salsology is Manchester's premier club night and is run by Emma Moore.

The first Skool date was a huge success with many people turning up for the workshops or to take the opportunity for some relaxed practise. The workshops are given by Kate, Emma and Mushi with an emphasis on Styling & Spinning for both "On1" and "On2" dancers, and are followed by an informal social in the studios.

For more information on Salsology please see Salsology Skool.

2. Sydney, Australia.

Salsalicious @ Mosman RSL.

This week - Free Entry. It's also the Final of the SNS Dance Competition (Secret No Stress Competition). There are prizes for the winners and all participants. There is also a special farewell party for "Artista Famosa" who will be going to Europe for 5 weeks.

Live band on the night - Club Havana Band - ‘la bomba de Sydney’. Dance the night away also to Salsa, Timba, Merengue, Cumbia & Cha cha cha.

Time:

8:30 pm til late. Salsa lessons from 7:30 pm.

Location:

719 Military Road, Mosman, Sydney, Australia (just a short 10 minute drive from the Sydney CBD).

Admission:

FREE. (Salsa Lessons?)

For more details please check What's on? or
Mosman Club or telephone Chevy Mario: 0418 435 183.

3. Chicago, USA.

Exclusive Midwest Qualifier for the Annual World Championships.

Attention to all Chicago and Midwest professional dancers ( in Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Minnesotta, Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, etc,...). Here is your chance to qualify for the 2nd Annual ESPN World Salsa Championships!

The venue will be the Excalibur Nightclub, 632 N. Dearborn. Chicago, IL. The Schedule is:

• 3rd August - Teams Semi-finals


• 10th August - "On 2" Semi-finals


• 17th August - "On 1" Semi-finals


• 24th August - All division Finals

Albert Torres will be in Chicago on 24th August for the Finals.

The format will be as the National Event. 4 finalists couples/teams chosen per semi-final. 1st and 2nd place per division go directly to the semifinals of the World Salsa Championships in December 2006 with 1st place getting all expenses paid.

For more information go to Chicago World Salsa Championships Competition.

See you tomorrow.

Aubrey

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05-08-2006 8:48 pm - It's Salsa Congress time!!

1. Bognor Regis, UK.

UK Salsa Congress.

Well. Have you booked yet for the UK Salsa Congress? As I said a few days ago this premier event promoted by Paul Young is approaching fast. So you need to book now!

The ticket prices also go up at the end of August from £129.00 to £139.00 (accommodation not included). So what are you waiting for? Get cracking.

There are about 7 weeks to this Salsa Congress which takes place from 22nd - 24th September 2006, and in this time I will write a series of articles about why this is a fantastic Congress to attend. OK I may be biased as this is my home Congress.

I have been to a few others inside and outside of the UK namely the West Coast Salsa Congress, NY Salsa Congress and the Brit Salsafest (another destined for good things). However I have been to all the UK Salsa Congresses from the start and it has got better and better, having some advantages over the other major ones mentioned. All the signs are that it will be the best this year.

So look out during the coming weeks for these articles.

2. New York, USA.

NY Salsa Congress.

This Salsa Congress promoted by David Melendez will take place on 31st August - 3rd September 2006 at the NY Hilton Hotel.

The Launch Party for this Congress will be at the New Wild Palm in the Bronx on 26th August 2006. Performing will be Santo Rico, Latin Jazz Esemble and Lorenz Dance Co. More information about this will be coming soon.

Also the Hilton Hotel has extended the room rate. They have made a deal with the New York Salsa Congress to extend the cut off date to book rooms at the discounted room rate of $158.00 per night until 7th August. After that you will not be able to get any rooms at that price.

This is a Five Star hotel and you will not get anything in mid town Manhattan for that price.

So if you are in New York at that time or are planning to go to this Salsa Congress book now.

That's all for now. See you tomorrow.

Aubrey

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07-08-2006 3:36 am - Salsa Legend in London. Cont'd!!

Hi folks. Continuing from Salsa Legend in London, the article on 31st July 2006.

London, UK. Jerry Rivera and Orchestra Live.

1. More about Jerry Rivera.

The following year, Jerry got triple Platinum in United States, a double Platinum in Central America, a Latin Music Award (as Salsa Artist of the Year), the Gold Orchid in Venezuela (which was given to him via 'Sabado Sensasional', the most watched TV show in that country), the Congo Gold in Miami, two Lo Nuestro Awards, the Diploma Award once again and the Billboard Latin Award. In 1995 he was nominated for a Grammy Award as singer of the Year in tropical music.

In those two years alone, Jerry had compiled quite a resumé, not limited to the musical arena. Jerry played a small role in "I Like It Like That," a movie with an all-star cast with the likes of Jon Seda, Lauren Velez, Rita Moreno, and the Barrio Boyzz, among others. He appeared as himself in the Lucero novela "Mi destino eres tu." Jerry also appears in the 1996 Banco Popular special, "Al Compás de un Sentimiento," a musical tribute to the legendary composer, Pedro Flores. Here Jerry had the opportunity to sing with Gilberto Santa Rosa and Ruben Blades. Jerry also participated in the Banco Popular's special "Con la musica por dentro" where he sings a duet with Puerto Rican singer Millie.

His following album "Magia" has ten songs from well-known composers such as Omar Alfano, Alejandro Vezzani, Pedro Arroyo, Giovani Jiménez, Mary Lauret, Reinaldo López y Eric Leris. The next album "Fresco" was produced by Sergio George and Cuto Soto, two of the most important salsa producers. In this great production Jerry performs lyrics from the most famous Latin music composers: Rudy Pérez, Manny Benito, Mary Lauret, Alejandro Vezzani, Eric Leris, Raisa Reynoso and Fernando Osorio.

Jerry has now taken a path to pop ballads with great success and has proven himself as a Salsa star with his 17 year career due to his overwhelming mellow voice & natural talent. Jerry a certain key player in the Salsa scene has received Grammy award nominations for his latest album "Ay Mi Vida" which is full of powerful ballads, pop and Salsa and surprisingly a touch of Reggaeton and Techno.

2. Concert Schedule.

Doors will open at 5:30 pm. There are 3 areas at the concert.

• i. Main Arena
  
  Salsa, Merengue, Vallenato and Cumbia - DJs Fernando (K-Bezon ) and Edwin (Salsa).
  A sweeping, tiered dance floor leading up to the main stage, with 1 huge bar.



• ii. Floor 1
  
  Reggaeton, Hip Hop, Pop and RnB - DJs Juan Stell (Radio 1) + Guests. The first circle offers the perfect self contained VIP area with 1 bar.It is the perfect add on to the Jerry concert. The design incorporates an area featuring clear stage views with separate PA system.



• iii. Floor 2
  
  Funky House, Reggaeton and Garage - DJs Smooth Flake (Choice FM) and Icy (Heart FM). Invisible to the lower levels unless illuminated, the upper circle serves as yet another individual add on for approximately 500 people. With a separate sound system, revelers will be entertained in their own acoustic bubble.

A Salsa dance workshop with Elder Sanchez of Salsoteca will start from 6:30pm 7:30pm free of charge to anyone in the main arena.

3. Information and Tickets.

Time: - Sunday 13th August 2006. 5:30 pm - 2:00 am.

Location: - The Coronet Theatre, 28 New Kent Road, Elephant and Castle, London SE1 6TJ.

Admission: - £15.

Get your tickets today at:

• Sabor Latino (Elephant) - 020 7708 5199


• Miguel Hamburguesas (Oval) 020 7793 9693


• Tienda Latina (Peckham) - 07932 787427


• Tienda Tropical (Holloway) - 020 7619 0501


• Obsessions Hair Salon (Turnpike Lane) - 020 8889 4370


• Manuels (Seven Sisters) - 020 8800 8073


• Elder Sanchez (www.salsoteca.com) - 07939 030976

or online at Ticketweb or telephone: 08700 600 100.

Clearly all fans in London have a chance to see this world salsa icon live at the Coronet for the first time and it’s a performance not to be missed by any Salsa fan.

See you tomorrow.

Aubrey

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08-08-2006 12:52 am - What's new on the Salsa Scene!!

1. Sydney, Australia.

i. 2Salsa Dance - New Beginners "On 1" Classes on Tuesdays.

As well as the "Next Level" (intermediate/advanced) "On 2" classes on Mondays from 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm and the Intermediate "On 1" class from 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm, 2Salsa Dance School now has Beginners "On 2 " classes (which began on Tuesday 1st August) every Tuesday from 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm.

If you are looking for a fun, relaxed environment where you can practise all your moves with dancers of all levels, this is the place for you.

The 2Salsa Dance School Social is every fortnight from 7:30 pm - 11:45 pm on Thursdays. Entry $5.

Location: - Bronte Bowling Club, Wallace, St Bronte, Sydney, Australia.

ii. Latin Motion - Opens New Studio.

Latin Motion has opened a new Studio, the Balmain. Classes started on 31st July and at present these are:

• Monday - Salsa "On 1" . 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm.


• Wednesday - Salsa "On 1" . 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm. Latin Fitness. 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm.


• Friday - Salsa "On 1" . 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm. Samba. 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm.

There is a great variety of classes starting on Tuesday 8th August 2006. Also the free opening party will be today, Tuesday 8th August 2006 from 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm, with an Afro-Tribal performance and live drummers! Not to be missed.

Location: - 136 Victoria Rd, Balmain, 2041. Corner of Darling St. There is a bus stop directly outside the studio with any buses in the 500s running along Victoria Road. Metered and non-metered parking is available in the surrounding streets.

For more on Latin Motion classes please see Latin Motion Classes.

2. London, UK.

Marchant Birch - Mambo Course.

Marchant Birch will be starting a new Advanced Mambo Course on 20th August 2006. He promises to teach you how to take your Salsa to another level.

Marchant, originally from South Africa but now based in London, will include these topics in his Course:

• Quality of Movement.


• Body isolation.


• Spinning technique.

and much more.

The course lasts for 15 hours and is over a 5 week period. Numbers are limited so book early to reserve your place.

Time: - 20th August - 17th September 2006. Sundays. 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm.

Location: - Dance Attic, Fulham, London, SW6, UK.

Admission: - £125 for 5 week intro course. Advanced "On 2".

For more on Marchant Birch please see Alchemy.

That's all for now. See you tomorrow.

Aubrey

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09-08-2006 1:18 am - More of What's new on the Salsa Scene!!

LA, USA.

Albert Torres Productions - Salsa On Sundays.

Salsa on Sundays is expanding to the West Side. In addition to the Salsa On Sundays at the El Rio Albert Torres Productions will now be taking Salsa On Sundays to the West Side on Sunday afternoon.

There will be a grand opening on Sunday 27th August 2006 @ The Palmer Room on Motor Avenue in Culver City,
3387 Motor Ave, LA, CA 90034 (Between Palms & National). Telephone: 310 559 4725.

Time: 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm. Entry fee: $5.00 (Children under 12 are Free). The Dance Class is from 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm with a different teacher each week. On the opening night on 27th August the teacher will be Laura Canellias.

DJ Frank will be supplying the latest Salsa tunes from 6:00 pm -11:00 pm. All ages are welcome. Dance and dine with the whole family. Great dance floor. Video Screens. Great food. Reasonable prices for drinks and dinner.

Salsa will continue at the El Rio every Sunday. For more information, telephone: 310 445 9705.

I'll be back tomorrow.

Aubrey

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10-08-2006 5:05 am - And more of what's new on the Salsa Scene!!

1. Melbourne, Australia.

i. Melbourne Salsa goes monthly.

Melbourne Salsa and the Park Hyatt Melbourne have decided to move the weekly 'Salsa in the City' event to once a month. The night will continue weekly until the 25th of August 2006, then returns on the last Friday of every month.

It starts on 29th September, then 27th October etc.etc. This change is to enable Melbourne Salsa to acquire the freedom to bring you bigger and better events in other venues on a regular basis.

ii. Salsa classes in Essendon.

Due to huge demand Salsa dance classes by Melbourne Salsa will now be given in Essendon with the opening night being Wednesday 16th August 2006. This will continue every Wednesday on a weekly basis. Venue is: Il Portobello, 859 Mount Alexander Rd, Essendon.

iii. Latin band in Salsa class.

The Drifter's Alibi Salsa classes in Port Melbourne will feature a Latin band from 9.30 pm every Thursday in August. Free entry. Venue: Corner of Bay St and Crockford St Port Melbourne.

For more on Melbourne Salsa please see Melbourne Salsa.

2. London, UK.

Mambo City at the Gallery.

i. Event. Join Mambo City for its 1st Sunday of the Month event at Gallery in Hendon, London.

ii. Schedule. Join in the fun. There will be classes for all levels with the MamboCity Team. Special Guest Advance Instructor will be "Miguel De Puerto Rico". Followed by dancing to music by DJ Cruz and Guest til midnight.

iii. Details. Next event Sunday 3rd September 2006. Doors open 7:00 pm. Class starts 7:30 pm. Entry fee is £7 (includes free class). Venue: Gallery, 407 - 411 Hendon Way, London, NW4 3LH, UK.

For more on MamboCity please see Mambo City.

Bye for now. See you tomorrow.

Aubrey

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10-08-2006 5:32 pm - Salsa News Worldwide!!

1. Melbourne, Australia.

Edie's Bootcamp.

Edie the Salsa Freak's next Bootcamp Weekend is in Australia from 11th August - 15th August 2006. The schedule of events is as follows.

i. Party night.

The Weekend kicks off with a party at the Reef Hotel Casino. There will be performances by Edie and Richard Natividad, LDA's Marcia Pinheiro and Mary-Grace Samba performance and other LDA performers and Cairns’ own Nightmoves Dance Team Show. There will also be an Open Salsa competition judged by Edie.

Admission: FREE.

Venue: 35 Wharf Street, Cairns City.

Time: 9:00 pm - 2:00 am.

ii. Saturday and Sunday Bootcamp.

The Bootcamp will be on Saturday and Sunday 12th and 13th August 2006. They will be 7 hours long with 1 hour lunch break. Refreshments will be provided at no extra cost. Guys are invited for half of the 2nd day for spin and footwork sessions with the ladies. You can attend either 1 day or both days.

Venue: 'Damari's' for the Saturday. Sunday at 171 Lake Street, Cairns.

Cost: 1 day $160.00. Both days $240.00. Guys $100.00.

iii. After workshop party.

Party after the workshop on Saturday with Edie at Damari's Restaurant with more performances from the competition winners and prizes and surprises.

Time: 8:00 pm - 1:00 am.

Venue: 'Damari's', 171 Lake Street, Cairns. To be confirmed.

Entry: $8 prepaid. $10 at the door.

iv. Great Barrier Reef Tour with Edie.

Spend all the day with Edie on a reef cruise in the Great Barrier Reef. Book as soon as possible to reserve your place.

Time: Monday 14th August. 9:00 am departure. - 5:00 pm return.

Cost: $76 per head including lunch.

For more on Edie the Salsa Freak's Australia Bootcamp Weekend please see Edie's Barrier Reef Salsa Weekend

That's all for now. See you tomorrow.

Aubrey

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11-08-2006 10:19 pm - What's on this weekend and beyond!

1. UK.

i. Saturday 12th August.

Grapevine @ SalsaMachine, Hertfordshire.

Join the biggest wheel in the Universe. Be part of this unique attempt. Join 100 Man Guiness Book of Records "Recording-Breaking" Rueda wheel.

Salsa Machine invites you to this their regular party night with a difference. Be part of History. Note there is now air conditioning.

For more on this unique party night please see Grapevine or SalsaQ.

ii. Sunday 13th August.

Jerry Rivera at the Coronet, SE London.

Do not forget the Johnny Rivera concert on Sunday. London’s most awaited Latin concert promises to be the best. with dancing for 8 ½ hours and non stop partying. Apart from the main area there are two other floors for dancing.

For more on this Salsa Legend please read the articles Johnny Rivera Concert 1 and Johnny Rivera Concert 2.

iii. Salsa Fusion, Saturday 19th August.

This revitalised club night is back on Saturday 19th August for its fortnightly club night although you have to check the web site to find out exactly when they are on as sometimes they are only on once a month.

Giving the Salsa class will be Sai and Deanne, with DJs Gabriel and Luis Pena playing the latest Salsa and Latin tunes.

For more on how Salsa Fusion is returning to its former glory please see the articles Salsa Fusion 1 and Salsa Fusion 2.

See you tomorrow.

Aubrey

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13-08-2006 10:01 am - Edie goes Global!!!

Edie's Worldwide Tour.

I mentioned a few days ago that Edie the Salsa Freak is in Australia doing the Barrier Reef Tour. Well Edie wants everyone to have a piece of her, so she has embarked on a tour worldwide. Australia, Europe, even back home in LA you can get some of Edie if you want to:

Below is the schedule of her worldwide Bootcamps:

• The Great Barrier Reef, Australia. Cairns, Australia. 9th - 16th 2006. She is there now. You might catch her if you hurry.



• Warsaw, Poland. 26th August 2006. Beginners and Ladies Styling 8 hour Bootcamps.



• Los Angeles, California. 2nd - 3rd September 2006. Beginners Bootcamp. Saturday, 2/9/2006. All-Day. Eight-Hour Ladies Styling Bootcamp. Sunday, 3/9/2006. All-Day. Venue: Downey California.



• Switzerland. 9th - 10th September 2006. Eight-Hour Beginners Bootcamp. Saturday, 9/9/2006. All-Day. Eight-Hour Ladies Styling Bootcamp. Sunday, 10/9/2006. All-Day.



• Denver, Colorado. 16th - 17th September 2006. Eight-Hour Beginners Bootcamp. Saturday, 16/9/2006. All-Day. Eight-Hour Ladies Styling Bootcamp. Sunday, 17/9/2006. All-Day.



• London, England. 7th - 8th October 2006. Details to be decided.



• Chicago. 21st - 23rd October 2006. This is a full weekend workshop with 4 hours of Instructor Training on Monday night. (This is not a typical Salsa Bootcamp).


Orlando, Florida. 28th - 9th October 2006. Eight-Hour Beginners Bootcamp. Saturday, 28/10/2006. All-Day. Eight-Hour Ladies Styling Bootcamp. Sunday, 29/10/2006. All-Day.


Bucharest, Romania. 9th - 10th December 2006. Eight-Hour Beginners Bootcamp. Saturday, 9/12/2006. All-Day. Eight-Hour Ladies Styling Bootcamp. Sunday, 10/12/2006. All-Day.

For more details on Edie's worldwide tour please see Edie's Bootcamps.

Bye for now.

Aubrey

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14-08-2006 6:25 pm - Salsology's next event in Manchester, UK

Manchester,UK

Salsology.

The next Salsology event, Manchester's premier Salsa event run by the talented Emma Moore, will be on 8 September 2006. However why not try something different.

Have you ever wanted to try Tango? Well here's your chance. Salsology have invited Manchester’s Joel Daou to teach a 1.5 hour introductory workshop plus he’ll be playing some tango music in the second room after the class. They also welcome back DJ Ian Finch from Liverpool who’ll be joining the resident DJs in the main room playing the very best in salsa, mambo and cha cha cha.

Features therefore of the next Salsology event will be:

• Introduction to Tango for 1.5 hours with Joel Daou



• Special guest DJ Ian Finch plus Emma, Gary, Barry and Chris



• Second room playing tango as well as salsa, merengue, bachata



• THE most amazing venue with huge polished wooden dancefloor



• Friendly, buzzing atmosphere with 400 plus dancers



• And much more

The venue for Salsology will be: Longfield Centre, Prestwich, Manchester M25 1AY

For more on Salsology's next event please see Salsology

See you tomorrow.

Aubrey

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16-08-2006 8:52 pm - Salsa News worldwide.!!!

1. San Francisco, USA.

News from Pretty Boys and Girls.

Join the Sexy Ladies Styling Class. The next class is Monday 28th August 2006. Learn body rolls, head whips, sexy arm styling and much more. Develop your own style with Michelle Castro.

Time: - Mondays - 8:30 pm - 9:15 pm: Advanced/Beginner. 9:15 pm - 10.00 pm: Advanced/Intermediate.

Venue: - Dance Spectrum, 1707D South Bascom Ave, Campbell, CA 95008.

Cost: $10 each class or $15 for both.

For more information please see PGand G Ladies Styling Classes.

2. Los Angeles, USA.

Josie Neglia Dance Academy 1st Anniversary.

Help celebrate the 1st anniversary of the Josie Neglia Dance Academy's 1st Year Anniversary. Join students, staff and instructors at this Bash.

This night will be a chance for students to reunite with each other and for everyone to meet all the instructors. There will be a Jack and Jill contest, a JNDA Fashion Show and performances by all the professionals of JNDA.

You will have a chance to win prizes and classes at the JNDA school, and of course there will be lots of food and dancing for everyone.

Time: - Saturday 9th September 2006. 8:00 pm - midnight.

Venue: - 342 1/2 N. Ford Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90022.

Cost: $10 in advance or $15 at the door. RSVP before 5th Sept.

For more details on Josie Neglia Dance Academy, please check JNDA Anniversary Bash.

Bye for now. See you tomorrow.

Aubrey

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18-08-2006 5:00 am - More Salsa News worldwide!!

1. Hertfordshire, UK.

Salsa Machine presents Breakthrough Breast Cancer.

The Biggest UK Salsa Charity event for raising money for Breakthrough Breast Cancer will take place at the Hitchin Corn Exchange. A staggering £2,000 was raised last year and they are hoping for £4,000 this year.

Taking part will be some of the UK's premier Salsa peformers.Marchant Birch, Osbanis, Shelly and Lee and Inaki Fernandez. The events on show will be:

• Marchant & Shelley - Advanced Salsa.


• Advanced Rueda - Osbanis.


• Bachata - Inaki Fernandez.(UK Bachata champion).


• Salsa Show - Shelley & Lee.


• Tango demo - Tom & Salima.


• Shines and styling with the Machine Team.


• Rueda with Red Hot Red.
  
• And much more.

Time: - Bank Hol Mon 28th Aug 2006.

Venue: - The Corn Exchange, 31 Market Place, Hitchin, Herts. SG5 1DY.

Cost: £10 minimum donation.

For more details see Salsa Machine or Alice Rochester.

2. Florida, USA.

Born to Salsa Social.

The August Born to Salsa Social is on this Saturday and there will be a special treat and performance for you by one of the entertainment industry's most sought after group. Something different for the Salseros to enjoy this Saturday.

Colette & Richard will be performing and holding a Workshop.

Together Colette and Richard share a love of dancing and teaching tango. In 2003 they won the IDO United States Argentine Tango Championships and in 2005 competed in the World Championships held in Buenos Aires where they were finalists in Tango Salon and semi-finalists in Performance Tango.

Richard & Colette have performed with many great entertainers including Susana Jimenez, Orquestra Contratiempo, Estela Raval, and some of the most phenomenal dancers from Forever Tango, Tango Dreams and many other companies.

Time: Saturday 19th Aug 2006.

Venue: - Canadian Club, 211 SE 1st Ave, Hallandale Beach 33009.

Cost: from 2:00 to 3:00pm.Workshop - $15.00 per person. Social - $12.00 per person.

For more on the BTS Social please see Born to Salsa.

That's all for now. See you tomorrow.

Aubrey

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19-08-2006 7:40 am - 2nd World Salsa Championships Information!!

USA

2nd World Salsa Championship Update. Las Vegas.

i. Qualifiers for the 2nd World Salsa Championship.

Over 20 countries have qualified so far for this prestigious event in Las Vegas between 14th - 17th December 2006 as seen on ESPN International and ESPN Deportes Worldwide and promoted by Albert Torres and the 'Salsa Seven'.

More are joining daily and there are still over 14 more Qualifiers left between August and December 2006.

ii. Qualifiers for others not yet in the Finals.

For those dancers that have not yet qualified by December 2006, there will be one last qualifying round in all four divisions on Wednesday 13th December 2006. There will be a non refundable $100 fee for any couple or team wishing to compete that evening.

Semi-final competitions will be held on 14th and 15th December 2006. Ten couples from each division will be selected by the panel of International judges to compete in the Finals, which will be seen worldwide and held on 16th December 2006.

iii. Only these songs can be used in the Finals.

The following songs are the only songs authorised to be used during the finals. Dancers can edit their routine or use up to 3 songs from the list during their performance. Performers can use their own music for the qualifying rounds and the Semi-finals.

All routines need to be less than 2 minutes. Any routine over 2 minutes will be deducted percentage points for every second over 2 minutes.

So here are the authorised songs:

• Name of Song: Chango. Artist: Angel Melendez & 911 Mambo Orchestra. Time: 4:34. Album: The 911Mambo Orchestra.


• Quimbara. Artist: Celia Cruz. Time: 4:47. Album: Celia & Johnny.


• Salsaludando. Artist: Cheo Feliciano. Time: 5:10. Album: The Singer.


• Flauta Y Trombone: Artist: Chino Espinoza Y Los Dueños Del Son. Time: 5:11. Album: Pura Vida.


• Ultima Llamada Artist: Chino Espinoza Y Los Dueños Del Son. Time: 4:26. Album: Pura Vida.


• Palo Pa Rumba. Artist: Eddie Palmieri. Time: 7:32. Album: Palo Pa Rumba.


• Revolt/La Libertad Logico. Artist: Eddie Palmieri. Time: 5:26. Album: Vamonos Pa'l Monte.


• El Avion de la Salsa. Artist: Jimmy Bosch. Time: 5:10. Album: El Avion de la Salsa.


• Llego La Hora. Artist: Jimmy Bosch. Time: 5:06. Album: El Avion de la Salsa.


• Ariñañara. Artist: Joe Cuba. Time: 2:55. Album: Diggin' The Most.


• Suena Mi Tambor. Artist: Johnny Polanco. Time: 5:05. Album: El Son De Cachao.


• Mi Salsa. Artist: Johnny Polanco. Time: 4:31. Album: El Son De Cachao.


• Descarga Opa Opa. Artist: Opa Opa. Time: 5:44. Album: Los Paisajes.


• Olvidase Del Reggeaton. Artist: Orquesta Tabaco y Ron. Time: 4:29. Album: Dimelo Con Salsa 2.


• La Novela. Artist: Orquesta Tabaco y Ron. Time: 4:10. Album: Con Salsa 2.


• Llanto de Cocodrilo. Artist: Ray Barretto. Time: 3:54. Album: Indestructible.


• La Pelota Musica. Artist: Ray Barretto. Time: 4:17. Album: Que Viva La.


• Arrepientete. Artist: Ray Barretto. Time: 5:16. Album: The Message.


• Sonido Bestial. Artist: Richie Ray y Bobby Cruz. Time: 6:45. Album: Sonido Bestial de...


• Que se Sepa. Artist: Roberto Roena. Time: 3:13. Album: Appollo Sound V.


• Ponte Duro. Artist: Roberto Roena. Time: 9:29. Album: Appollo Sound V.


• Canuto. Artist: Tipica 73. Time: 4:02. Album: Candela.


• Para Los Rumberos. Artist: Tito Puente. Time: 4:03. Album: Para Los Rumberos.


• Contentoso. Artist: Tito Puente. Time: 3:49. Album: Para Los Rumberos.


• Timbalero. Artist: Willie Colon. Time: 8:18. Album: El Jucio.


• Jazzy. Artist: Willie Colon. Time: 4:07. Album: El Malo.

iv. More Information.

For competition rules, please check World Salsa Championships 2006 Rules.

For any other information please contact Jose Mendoza email: Jose@atpevents.com or telephone: 310 445 9705.

See you tomorrow.

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20-08-2006 7:26 pm - Salsa This Week around the Globe!!

Latinfest in London, UK.

The yearly week long London Latinfest is now upon us.This consists of the London Latinfest pre-Congress party week, which then leads up to the London Latinfest Congress Weekender which includes The London Salsa Congress and The UK Lambada & Samba Congress, and then culminates in the Latin Rave Stand @ The Notting Hill Carnival.

Some of the most talented London, UK and International Latin dancers and instructors will be on show including:

• Salsa and Mambo.
  
  Alex Ameroso, Katrina Wiklund, Laith Sami, Fritha Fallon and the Salsa Diversion Dance Company, Shelly and Lee, Manhattan Mambo, Niki Britton, Aiste Kalabuchova, Enrique Peres, Mauro and Eva, Tiz Rungano, Andrea Stewart and the Duende Dance Company.
  


• Lambada and Samba.
  
  Berg and Solange Diaz, Patricia Cruz and Lula, Heber, Gary and Marisa, Claudia de Vries.
  


• Salsa and Mambo - International.
  
  E424 and The Fusion Dance Company (Ireland), Irene Miguel (Argentina), Patrick Musssendijk and Brian Van Der Kurst (Holland), Orville Small and Sabrina Buis (Canada).
  


• Lambada and Samba - International.
  
  Braz Dos Santos (Brasazouk, Holland), Daniel and Leticia Estevez (Spain).

and much more.


There will be 100 plus Workshops, 30 Showcases and 15 massive parties all building up to this annual weekender. Details of the Latinfest Pre-Congress and Latinfest Weekender will be given during the next few days and as ever will kick off on Monday 21st August @ Bar Salsa one of the hottest club nights in London with SuperMario and Susan Montero.


More Salsa news tomorrow.


Aubrey


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22-08-2006 1:58 am - More Salsa Events!!

1. Continuing Latinfest in London News, UK.

The London Latinfest pre-Congress party week continues with these two club nights.

i. Salsa Nazdarovya, Uxbridge.

From 7:00 pm - 7:30 pm there is a FREE Absolute Beginners class in Salsa and Merengue. From 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm, there are a Beginners and an Intermediate Class, and then from 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm there is an Improvers and an Advanced Class.

From 9:30 pm - 12:00 pm there is Club dancing with Salsa and Latin Mix with DJ Tiz Rungano.

Time: - Wednesday 23rd August 2006.

Venue: - Nazdarovya, 120 High Road, Uxbridge, UB8 1JT.

Cost: Classes £5 for one (£3 NUS). £8 for 2 (£3 NUS). £4 club.

ii. MetroLatina, London.

From 7:00 pm - 7:30 pm there is a FREE Absolute Beginners class in Salsa and Merengue. From 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm, there are Techniques Classes at 3 levels - Beginners, Improvers and Intermediate, and then from 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm there are Partner work Classes at 4 levels - Beginners, Improvers, Intermediate and Advanced, with Guest teacher Mauro and Eva.

From 9:30 pm - 2:00 am there is Club dancing with Salsa and Latin Mix with DJs JD and Big Les.

Time: - Wednesday 23rd August 2006.

Venue: - Bar Salsa, 96 Charing Cross Road, London, WC2.

Cost:Classes £5 for one (£3 NUS). £8 for 2 (£3 NUS). £4 club.

2. Los Angeles, USA.

Albert Torres Productions - Salsa On Sundays. Grand Opening this Sunday.

Salsa on Sundays is expanding to the West Side. In addition to the Salsa On Sundays at the El Rio Albert Torres Productions will now be taking Salsa On Sundays to the West Side on Sunday afternoon.

There will be a grand opening on Sunday 27th August 2006 @ The Palmer Room on Motor Avenue in Culver City,
3387 Motor Ave, LA, CA 90034 (Between Palms & National). Telephone: 310 559 4725.

Time: 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm. Entry fee: $5.00 (Children under 12 are Free). The Dance Class is from 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm with a different teacher each week. On the opening night on 27th August the teacher will be Laura Canellias.

DJ Frank will be supplying the latest Salsa tunes from 6:00 pm -11:00 pm. All ages are welcome. Dance and dine with the whole family. Great dance floor. Video Screens. Great food. Reasonable prices for drinks and dinner.

Salsa will continue at the El Rio every Sunday. For more information, telephone: 310 445 9705.

See you tomorrow.

Aubrey

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23-08-2006 4:33 am - Continuing with more Salsa Events!!

1. More London Latinfest Parties, London, UK.

i. Serious about Salsa, London, N7.

From 7:00 pm - 7:30 pm there is a FREE Absolute Beginners class in Salsa and Merengue. From 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm, there are Techniques Classes at 3 levels - Beginners, Improvers and Intermediate, and then from 8:30 pm - 9:30 pm there are Partner work Classes at 4 levels - Beginners, Improvers, Intermediate and Advanced, with Guest teacher Andrea Stewart.

From 9:30 pm - 12:00 pm there is Club dancing with Salsa and Latin Mix with DJ JD.

Time: - Thursday 24th August 2006.

Venue: - The Rocket, 166 Holloway Road, London, N7.

Cost: Classes £5 for one (£3 NUS). £8 for 2 (£4 NUS). £4 club.

ii. Congress Weekender Opening Party, London.

Join the Latin Collective Team for their Latin Buffet Dinner (served promptly at 8:00 pm) and then a superb night of dancing featuring live music from Victor Hugo and his band.

DJs on the night are Jorge and JD playing Salsa, Merengue, Reggaeton and Bachata.

Time: - Friday, 25th August 2006.

Venue: - Bar Salsa, 96 Charing Cross Road, London, WC2.

Cost:7:00 pm - 8.00 pm - £2. 8:00 pm - 9.00 pm - £4. 9:00 pm - 11.00 pm - £8. After 11:00 pm - £10.

For more information on the London Latinfest please see London Latinfest.


2. Los Angeles, USA.

For those of you on the West Coast in USA here are some future upcoming Salsa Events.

• Sunday 27th August 2006. Grand Opening at the Palmer Room. Albert Torres Productions presents Salsa Returns to the West Side every Sunday.
  
  5:00 pm - 6:00 pm. Salsa Lesson with Lara Canellias (a different teacher every week). 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm. Dancing with DJ Frank. Cost: $5. All ages welcome. Great Food and Dance Floor. Video Screens.



• 7th - 10th September 2006. The first ever Annual North West Salsa Congress. For more info see North West Salsa Congress.



• 15th September 2006. Semi Finals of the Century City Competition. Winners go to the Final on 22nd September and get the opportunity to represent Los Angeles at the 2nd Annual World Salsa Championships in Las Vegas from 13th - 16th December 2006.
  
  See World Salsa Championships and World Salsa Championships Information and Rules.
  
  Telephone 310 445 9705 for more info on this Qualifying Competition.



• Friday 22nd September 2006. The Finals of the Century City Competition. Winners get the opportunity to represent Los Angeles at the 2nd Annual World Salsa Championships in Las Vegas from 13th - 16th December 2006.
  
  See World Salsa Championships and World Salsa Championships Information and Rules for more info on the World Salsa Championships.
  
  Telephone 310 445 9705 for more info on this Qualifying Competition.

See you tomorrow with more Salsa news.

Aubrey

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24-08-2006 3:55 am - More Salsa Events!!

1. London Latinfest Parties, London, UK (continued).

i. Summer Banquet and Ball @ The Rocket.

Join the Latin Collective Team's Ultimate Summer Ball with a sumptuous buffet, their own Casino and dance the night away on one of UK's biggest dance floors.

There is a Welcome Drinks Reception @ 7:30 pm followed by the buffet from 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm. There are Classes at all levels from 9:30 pm, then club dancing in four rooms which are:

• SalsaMax



• Viva Cuba



• Brazillian Beach Bums



• Urban Latino

There are 6 fantastic showcases including no less than 3 UK debuts.

Time: - Saturday 27th August 2006.

Venue: - The Rocket, 166 Holloway Road, London, N7.

Cost: - Banquet and Ball: In advance: £15.00 (members). £20:00 (non-members). On the Door: £20:00 (members). £25:00 (non-members). Ball only (after 9:30 pm): £12.00 (non-members). £9:00 (members with discount voucher/flyer). £6:00 (NUS).

ii. Congress Weekend Packages.

• 3 Night Party Pass - £25.00 includes all Bank Holiday Weekender parties on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.


• Day Pass - £50.00 includes all Workshops and the party on either Saturday or Sunday.


• Weekend Pass - £85.00 includes all Congress Weekend Parties (Friday, Saturday and Sundays plus all Workshops (Saturday and Sunday).


• Full Pass - £105.00 includes Congress Weekend Parties, all Workshops plus 2 Lunches and 2 Dinners (Saturday and Sunday).

For more information on the London Latinfest please see London Latinfest.

2. Los Angeles, USA.

More upcoming future Salsa Events from The West Coast in USA.

• Saturday 29th September 2006. Albert Torres Productions and Enio Cordoba presents the only Los Angeles appearance of Maraca.
  
  Venue: - The Granada, 17 S First St / Alhambra, CA.
  
  Cost: - $20 In Advance Or Guest List. $25 at the door (only 100 tickets at $25 will be held at the door).
  For Tickets Telephone: 310 445 9705.



• 5th - 8th October 2006. Albert Torres Productions presents The Vancouver International Salsa Congress.
  
  For more information please see Vancouver Salsa Congress.



• 16th - 19th November 2006. Albert Torres Productions together with Ricardo, Michelle and Pretty Boys and Girls present The 5th Annual Bay area Salsa Congress. This kicks off with the Pre-Congress party on Thursday at Cocomos.
  
  On Friday direct from New York that sensational band The New Swing Sextet will be in action. On Saturday direct from Colombia Sonora Carruseles will be playing.
  
  On Sunday is the Salsa Competition with the winners going to the 2nd Annual World Salsa Championships (See World Salsa Championships and World Salsa Championships Information and Rules) in Las Vegas on 13th - 16th December 2006.
  
  For more information please check out San Francisco Salsa Congress 2006.


See you tomorrow.

Aubrey

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25-08-2006 7:18 am - And even more Salsa Events!!!

1. London Latinfest Parties, London, UK (at the weekend).

i. The Scala Latina Bank Holiday All-Nighter, Scala.

Classes start at 9:30 pm at all levels then club dancing in four rooms of dance which are:

• SalsaMax



• Viva Cuba



• Brazillian Beach Bums



• Urban Latino

Guest DJs are Julian "the Duke" and JD.

There are 8 fantastic showcases including no less than 5 UK debut performances from Patrick and Vanessa, Shelly and Lee (to be confirmed), Brasazouk, Duende Dance Company and a stunning new show by Orville Small and Sabina.

With over 7,500 sq foot of wooden dance floor, superb acoustics, full air-conditioning, 3 late Bars plus 4 room format and over 1200 dancers expected, advanced booking is recommended.

Time: - Sunday 27th August 2006. 9:30 pm - 6:00 am

Venue: - Scala, 275 Pentonville Road, London, N1. (Tubes: Kings Cross or Kings Cross Thameslink)

Cost: - £15.00 (non members). £12:00 (members). £9:00 (NUS).

ii. Latin Rave Stand.

Why not join the Latin Collective at the Latin Rave stand during the Notting Hill Carnival.

Enjoy dancing in the street with DJs playing the latest Salsa tunes while enjoying the atmosphere of the Carnival including dance floats, food stands etc. etc.

Time: - Monday 28th August 2006. 2:00 pm - 7:00 am

Venue: - Portobello Road, London, W10.

Cost: - FREE

For more information on the London Latinfest please see London Latinfest

2. Los Angeles, USA.

More upcoming future Salsa Events from The West Coast in USA.

• Friday 17th November 2006. Albert Torres Productions and Tatoo presents the only Los Angeles appearance of Sonora Carrusseles from Colombia.
  
  Venue: To Be Announced Very Soon.



• Wednesday 22nd November 2006. Albert Torres Productions and Salsarengue presents the only Los Angeles appearance direct from Venezeula of Oscar DeLeon Y Su Orquesta.
  
  Venue: Quiet Canyon, Montebello, CA.
  
  For tickets telephone: 310 445 9705.



• 30th November - 3rd December 2006. Albert Torres Productions and Victor & Gaby present the 2nd Annual Acapulco Salsa Congress.
  
  Great prices. Includes Full event pass, Hotel rooms with Ocean Views, Food (3 buffets a day), unlimited drinks from 11:00am - 11:00 pm.
  
  This will also be the last Qualifying Location for the 2nd Annual World Salsa Championship as seen on ESPN International and ESPN Deportes on 13th -16th December 2006 (See World Salsa Championships and World Salsa Championships Information and Rules) in Las Vegas on 13th - 16th December 2006.
  
  
  For more information please see Acapulco Salsa Congress.

More tomorrow.

Aubrey

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30-08-2006 7:12 am - Less than 4 weeks to go to the UK Salsa Congress 2006!!

Hi Folks.

Yes! There are less than 4 weeks to go the UK Salsa Congress. This event which has already established itself as one of the most prestigious Salsa events in the world and certainly the biggest and best in Europe is organised by Paul Young.

Here are the latest news:

• Party Only Passes and Day Passes.These are on sale now and are able booked online.
  
  Party Passes - £99. Must be booked with accommodation.
  
  Day Passes - £75.
  
  Remember to get in quick, as there is a limited supply!
  


• New Artists at the Congress!
  
  Alfredo Style - Cuba. Big Spenders - France. Ruby Karen - LA.



• STATION FM 89.8 Competition Saturday 2nd September.
  
  Would you like to win 2 free passes to the UK Salsa Congress. To enter listen to Station FM 89.8 on Saturday 2nd September between 12 noon and 2.00 pm.



• Pre Congress Party in London
  
  Thursday 21 September. 9.30 pm - Late.
  
  Featuring: Hacha Y Machete, SalsaMania, Salsa Dance Squad, Joel & Ania, U-Tribe, Farid Ferchach, Jaime Jesus & Little Liz, Oliver Pineda and Luda Kroitor, Tony Lara & Serial Dancers and many more.
  
  Cost :£5 b4 10 pm. £8 thereafter.
  
  Venue: The Cafe Rez - Colosseum. 1, Nine Elms Lane, Vauxhall, London SW8 5NQ.
  
  Please note: The Cafe Rez and the Colosseum are two different venues next to each other. Not sure exactly where the event is being held but I would assume it is at the Colesseum which is a bigger venue.
  
  I will let you know nearer the time.



• Win a Congress T-Shirt!
  
  To enter a competition to win a congress T-Shirt please answer the question below and email chanel@salsa-uk.com with your answers.
  
  Can you name all 4 members of the Salsa-uk team?
  
  Closing date 12th September.



• Do You Want Your Name in Lights?
  
  Salsa-UK would like to run an article on any Salsa addicts who have been to the UK Congress before. So if you would like to be included in their next newsletter, send a few paragraphs on your best Congress experiences to isla@salsa-uk.com.
  
  Anyone featured will get a goody bag of Salsa-UK products.

See you tomorrow with more UK Salsa Congress and Salsa News.

Aubrey

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30-08-2006 11:32 pm - More UK Salsa Congress News!!

Hi Folks.

More news on the UK Salsa Congress. organised by Paul Young.

• UK Congress Awards.
  
  Here is a sneak preview of the top 3 contenders for each Category. Names are in Alphabetcal order not position. However remember everything can change between now and the UK Salsa Congress event so cast your votes now.
  
  Best UK Teacher Award
  
  Lee Hunter - Marchant Birch - SuperMario
  
  Best UK Dance Act Award
  
  Leon & Susana - Marchant & Miriam - Iris & Osbanis
  
  Best DJ Award
  
  Gabriel - Mauricio Reyes - Tony Lara
  
  Best International Dance Act Award
  
  Hacha Y Machete - Swinguys - Tropical Gem
  
  Best International Teacher Award
  
  Edie The Salsa Freak (US) - Morry (Holland) - Tony Lara (Italy)
  
  Is your favourite there and if so are they in the right position? If not then get your votes in to Salsa UK.
  


• Featured Artists - Gordon and Trina from USA!
  
  Gordon has appeared at the UK Congress once before and he now is back for a second with his wife and partner Trina.
  
  This couple hail from Atlanta and are really making their mark in Europe with their slick footwork and dynamic style not to mention off the wall social dancing. Definitely one to look out for!



• Featured Artist - Lee Hunter.
  
  Based in Derby (UK) Lee is one of the pioneers of salsa dancing in this region of the UK.
  
  Having established his dance and promotion company Absolute Salsa in 2000 he has steadily established himself as one of the most popular UK teachers & personalities. Specialising in Cha Cha Lee’s classes are characterised by learning through having fun.
  
  Appearing at the Congress for the first time make sure you check out this guy's workshop at the Congress.



• Featured Artists - Joel and Ana..
  
  Appearing in the UK for the first time this couple are Boston’s best kept secret. Amazingly talented both as dancers and musicians (Joel has just launched his first Salsa CD - Mascote) these guys really rock the house when they perform.
  
  Their debut show - Take Five - has both soul & sabor in abundance and long overdue on these shores.



• Volunteers Wanted.
  
  WANTED - Front of House Manager.
  
  If you are an enthusiastic salsero with FOH experience, please contact Salsa-UK at: isla@salsa-uk.com for volunteering opportunities.
  
  PLUS Salsa UK always need more Congress volunteers, especially if you own a car and a full driving licence.

See you tomorrow with more Salsa News.

Aubrey

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