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Ask Maleva: A Tango Advice Column

Close Embrace Tango - Jennifer and Robin
The world of Argentine Tango and the milongas is complex and can be confusing. Have a question or unsure about something, no matter how trivial? That's what I'm here for. If you are wondering about dancing tango, tango etiquette, the milonga scene, the music, or whatever, don't hold it in any longer! Write to:

Scroll down for this month's advice column. (Yes, the questions are absolutely all real, and posted to this site word for word as they were sent to me, typos and all. Hey, I couldn't make this stuff up!)

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Why Do I Always Only Get One Dance with Good Leaders? New!

Back-Leading vs. Follower's Voice New!

Why Do Argentines Dance So Well? New!

Followers Who Move Around A Lot New!

Boundaries and the 'Dreaded Flip-Up'

How to Improve Your Dance Without Breaking the Bank

Head-Pressers: The Forehead Incursion

Should I Over-Rate My Level For CITA Classes?

Am I too Young to Dance Tango?

What's Up With Shoulder Embellishments?

Dancing Close When You are a Busty Woman

What Level Class to Take at Festivals

Stretches for Tight Hips

Sneezing, Coughing, and Dance Hygiene

Which Way to Turn your Head When Dancing

Humming/Talking while Dancing

Predatory Tangueros in Buenos Aires

Learning 'Milonguero' style in the US

The Beginner's Crush

Getting Dissed as a Beginning Leader

Tango and Jealousy in Relationships

How to Progress as a Beginning Follower

Being Led to Bump Other Couples

Dancing with a Better Partner

Progress: Leaders vs. Followers

Why Won't Women Dance Close With Me?

Where to Study 'Milonguero' in Buenos Aires

Am I too Old to Start Tango?

Height Differences Between Partners

How to Get More Dances as a Woman