Very disappointed in Promoters in DC Salsa scene

Though we had a great turn out a few people who are labeled as leaders in the Salsa community were nowhere in sight . I was asked all night where this person was or where that person was and i would just look around and say I don't know where they are but they are not here .

Except for Cathy Freeman the organizer of the DC Salsa Meet Up Group, Keith Givens Givens and Mr.Mambo not one other promoter from the so called 79 promoters attended the The Movie Screening of La Epoca or showed for the After party with a Live band ad 3 djs all for just 5.00 . We had a great turnout regardless of the promoters not attending.

I call myself Salsa's no1 Fun dealer , I deal fun not drama but I will also address situations that need to be addressed. Maybe it is a reflection of how the promoters feel about me. If that is the reason so be it . All I have dome in the last 5 years is try to help the DC Salsa scene including the promoters that did not show. I was a little hurt at first but I got over it quickly when Franco told me the total of people who came through the door . I happen to be too sensitive a person who sometimes give things thought that should not be given a thought. I am also a very frank person who says what is on my mind . In the end I don't want any one to come to my events that don't want to be there.

I will do anything for anybody in the Salsa scene that is reasonable and I am a very loyal person, but in return i expect reciprocation . Unfortunately for me I can be very petty and it takes me a while to get over situations when I feel that I am crossed . I have attended and supported every one here. Those days are over.

But looking back on the last 5 years except for a few promoters they have never supported any of SOS events so why should I be surprised at this event.

The DC Salsa Community is in disarray right now . Promoters do not respect each other or support one another . It is total chaos , yes economy is playing a big part on the lack of attendance at events but all the drama has an effect as well . I have been told that I am one of the one's who creates all the drama . They will say me posting this on my Blog is creating drama.


I will say whatever . I am just stating facts and if facts cause drama then I am one of the people who are creating drama

Wow La Epoca Movie Premiere was off the Salsa Mambo Chain

I found the documentary La Epoca to be fascinating . It was informative and entertaining . This is what we call edutainment . A mixture of entertainment and being educated . The Executive producer Josue Joseph did a fantastic job putting this epic documentary together. I also found out hat Josue is also an excellent musician. His father Alfonso" Panameno" Joseph who played with Arsenio Rodriguez Tito Puente and many other greats in the Palladium Era is a living legend.. This gentleman is fascinating and one of the most down to earth people I have ever met . The same can be said abut his wife and Josue's mother Fran. Some felt the film was salsa bashing but I did not think that at all . Well just like asses every one has one

I learned so much in this movie in 2 hours than I have learned in 14 years of Salsa dancing . It was awesome!
It was a surprisingly large turn out for the movies especially in these days and times of DVDs Netflix, Blockbuster and the sort . I cannot remember the last time I sat still for 2 hours and watched a movie or have gone to a movie for that matter


Though we had a great turn out a few people who are labeled as leaders in the Salsa community were nowhere in sight . I was asked all night where this person was or where that person was and i would just look around and say I don't know where they are but they are not here .

I will touch on that subject in my next post we do not want any drama in this post about this awesome Documentary .

It was definitely a night to remember and I was honored to be a party of such a great night . Josue if you are reading this thank you so much for all that you have done to get this movie produced it was a masterpiece

Click here to view Photos of the La Epoca Movie Premiere

Mr Mambo Birthday Party was crazy

A lot of salseross came out of the wood work for Mr Mambo's Birthday party . The energy was intense in there from start to finish. I think everybody liked the free pizza idea . Mr Mambo had a great time and that was all that mattered because it was his special day

EXCLUSIVE AREA SHOWING HOSTED BY STUCKONSALSA.COM

This Mambo and Salsa movie "La Epoca - The Palladium Era" is "the most anticipated film in Latin music history" (Israel "Cachao" Lopez - Cuban Bassist - March 2008 - telephone conference interview)

 

"Every Mambero and Salsero MUST see this film!" (Freddy Pagan - Buena Vista Social Club - July 2008 - in-person interview)

 

"This is a MUST-SEE!" ("Cuban Pete" - Palladium Ballroom Mambo Pioneer - July 2008 - in-person endorsement)

 

"Amazing!" (Carlos Cobos - The Hit Factory Music Producer - July 2008 - in-person endorsement)





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Press release on La Epoca The Most anticipated Movie in Latin Music History

Press release on La Epoca
September 24, an EXTRAORDINARY experience will take place in the Greater Washington, DC area - Arlington, VA - EXCLUSIVELY at The Salsa Room - where multitudes of young and older, alike, will discover the truth and the roots behind the umbrella term "Salsa," and its affects on the generations of musicians and dancers that have followed since its conception. Come watch the GRAND movie premiere of "La Epoca - The Palladium Era" and meet, up close and personal, the producers of the film!

Now's the opportunity for both experienced and new Latin dancers to see original Black and White footage of Latin dancers from the 1950's and to compare it with the dancing that exists in present day!

This movie is jammed-packed with the most GORGEOUS Latin music, dancing, black and white footage of the Palladium-era during the 50's and AMAZING information!!

Watch and listen to the musicians who were among the legends that USHERED IN all of the Latin music and rhythms that have been meshed together, in present day, all under one umbrella term: "Salsa."

Who REALLY invented the mambo rhythm? How did Latin music and dance become what they are, today?

Listen to the music and rhythms that are very, VERY rarely heard in present day and live INSIDE the memories and experiences of the high-profile LEGENDARY musicians and dancers who appear in the film, such as "Cuban Pete," Charlie Rodriguez and Agustin Caraballoso.

Very well-known are the names of Celia Cruz and Tito Puente - but how many times have you heard of the musicians who made THEM sound so good?

Come to The Salsa Room, located at 2619 Columbia Pike in Arlington, VA - to watch "La Epoca - The Palladium Era" on a large movie screen and with EXCELLENT sound - chairs will be arranged for maximum viewing of the screen for guests to sit and view the film with their families. The film starts at 7:30pm SHARP and will immediately be followed by an open-forum for guests to discuss openly reactions to the film and then - dance all night!

"La Epoca," a feature-length documentary-film, is about the evolution of Latin music and dance from the Palladium-era (1948-1970) to present day. The film covers in-depth detail regarding the controversy over dancing "on 1" versus dancing "on 2," Mambo versus Salsa, and the film focuses heavily on the controversy over the the umbrella term "Salsa" and its affects on the musicians and dancers since the conception of the word's use to describe Latin music.
Come and bring your family - parents, bring your sons and daughters - young club-goers, bring your parents. The film is in English and with English-subtitles for those who interviewed in Spanish.

Tickets/Reservations: please, go to laepocafilm.com or call 203.788.1321 - or pay at the door. Tickets regularly only $8 to enjoy the movie and live entertainment. 3 or more tickets purchased, at a single time, pay ONLY $6 per ticket.

This movie showing is done in partnership with stuckonsalsa.com

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10 Ways To Get The Most Out Of Dance Classes Author: Kevin Shwe

10 Ways To Get The Most Out Of Dance Classes Author: Kevin Shwe

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Once you've started your first dance class, it can become an addictive activity and it can become a regular part of your schedule. As well as being fun and a great form of fitness it's great to learn to be able to dance properly like the professionals as well.



Most of the time you will not be told how to make the most out of your dance classes, and as a result many people neglect things which can help them a lot with their dancing. Whereas if you learn HOW to learn and know what things in a dance class you should be paying attention to you can make your learning more effective.



Here are the things which you should be doing in your dance classes to get the most out of them and make the most progress:



1. Treat your dance classes as 'me' time and something you do for yourself. The more you have fun in the dance classes and enjoy yourself, the easier it is for your brain to learn, and besides it's much more fun!



2. Listen to what the dance teacher says, don't just copy them. Many times their words can describe the exact feel of the moves which can be hard to decipher by just watching.



3. Don't feel it's the end of the world if things are not going perfectly. Dance classes can be difficult at times and will stretch you - this is a good thing. If you treat each challenge as something you can master with practise, things can seem a lot less daunting.



4. Try and look exactly like the dance teacher. This includes the exact shapes they are making with their body, hand and feet, body angle, lines, tempo, rhythm and anything else you can pick up on!



5. Perform dance moves full out as much as you can.



6. Breathe while you dance, don't hold your breath!



7. Don't take short cuts. If the teacher shows you the way to do a move, it might seem like a lot of hard work but there'll be a reason they'll be teaching you to do things a certain way.



8. Every dance class and dance style is different. Try and learn every new style as it is without 'flavouring' it with other things you may have learnt in the past. Learn to do it their way. Doing things your way is a separate skill.



9. Focus on what you're doing well, not your shortcomings. Instead practise your weaknesses instead of dwelling upon them.



10. Practise can make perfect (sometimes)!

The Cobo Bros Semi Pro Team at the SOS All White Party

The Progressive classes at Lima on Monday have been a great success

The Progressive classes at Lima on Monday have been a great success ever since we started last January 2008 . The classes have been well attended and everyone every week not only do you learn new moves you meet new friends .


Lima is located at 1401 k st Nw WDC