Mel,
It is indeed a comedy routine - intended to entertain - which it does, judging
from the crowd's reaction. But as I said, in between the showmanship, there is
still lots of genuine milonga.
As to being off-rhythm, that's no doubt the well-known artifact of YouTube
videos.
As to emulating, I hadn't figured this audience would need to be reminded to
not socially copy the obvious gimmicks. I'd figured they could see the real
milonga steps in between the grandstanding. Couldn't you? Check out some of
Jorge's other YouTube videos that are more milonga and less performance. But I
personally enjoyed the fun and playfulness of this one. I appreciate genuine
milonga. I appreciate good showmanship. Jorge does both.
J
TangoMoments.com
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