MILONGA WITH EL CACHIVACHE - COME DANCE WITH US!
Noches de Tango in Santa Barbara - El Cachivache & Friends
Tango Exhibition by Lauren Woods & Katerine Ricardo
Spencer the Gardener Opener
Live music by El Cachivache
DJ Sara Whipple
Delicious dinner and drinks sold separately by our host SOhO. Call Soho for reservation (805) 962-7776 Ex 6. Otherwise it's standing room only.
Spencer the Gardener OPENS the show!
What: Noches de Tango with El Cachivache and Friends: Music, Dance, Food, and ...TANGO!
When: Wednesday, October 23
Where: SOhO Bar & Restaurant
1221 State Street - Suite E
SoHo is in "Victoria Court" just off State Street, and adjacent to Public Parking -- enter that lot from Chapala between Anapamu and Victoria.
Live music, dance exhibition, class, and milonga to the music of world famous El Cachivache.
Nomad Tango Presents: “El Cachivache - Noches de Tango at Soho”
A tango party to dance, listen, dine, and learn with top international performers
Wednesday, October 23 Party starts at 6:00 pm and goes on…
DESCRIPTION OF THE EVENT
A full night of music, dance, and delicious food at one of Santa Barbara's most beloved spots: SOhO.
Spencer the Gardener will bring us all in for a celebration of the Spirit of Santa Barbara in Soho.
Tango Class & Exhibition by Lauren Woods and Katerine Ricardo
Exhibition by Lauren Woods and Katerine Ricardo
Social Dancing to DJ Sara Whipple’s music
Live Music by El Cachivache Tango Orquestra and Friends.
Dance Exhibition to live music by El Cachivache
APPROXIMATE TIMELINE
6:00 pm - Dinner. Call Soho for reservation (805) 962-7776 Ex 6.
7:00 pm - Spencer the Gardener Opener
7:30 pm - Pre-milonga Tango Class
8:00 pm - Tango exhibition
8:30 pm - El Cachivache LIVE MUSIC
9:30 pm - Social Dancing with DJ Sara
At Soho, 1221 State Street Suite 205, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
About the venue: Nestled in the upstairs area of downtown's Victoria Court lies SOhO, a family-owned and operated music venue and restaurant. SOhO has been providing the Santa Barbara community with live music seven nights a week for 30 years and counting.
ABOUT THE ARTISTS:
El Cachivache - tango punk band
El Cachivache Orkesta is currently one of the most popular tango groups and is widely recognized on the world music circuit. Sometimes called ‘Tango Punk’, the group is characterized by its undeniably creative, original, and very “danceable ” style. Some call them “modern buffoons”, others describe the music as “communal flat groove”, and both are true. El Cachivache serves up its music in a vigorous manner with a good dose of humor, mixing up overdriven traditional tango music with a post punk look, which simultaneously frightens and attracts the tourists.
Witty song introductions emerged with the music, livening up already energetic performances. The band is very popular in its home city of Buenos Aires, playing around 90 concerts a year. The band was selected to perform at WOMEX19 official showcase In Tampere, Finland in October 2019.
They are presenting now their new album “Corazones Solitarios” 2022
Katerine Ricardo (left) and Lauren Woods (right)
Lauren Woods - Featured Dancer
Lauren Woods is a versatile artist, acclaimed for her expertise in Argentine tango as a performer and instructor. She has garnered acclaim through her captivating performances worldwide, teaching and collaborating with numerous dance artists in workshops, festivals, milonga exhibitions, shows, and concerts.
Katerine Ricardo-Dancer
Cuban actress captivated by tango. Former First Dancer with tango company Tango Entre Mujeres (Buenos Aires) for 6 years. Now in LA, Katerine leads Tango Queer LA, organizing classes, seminars, practices, and Brava Milonga, LA's first Queer Milonga. Currently pursuing a Choreography Licenciatura in Dance & Theater at the National University of Arts (Buenos Aires, graduation 2025).
Spencer Barnitz, guest artist
Local trovadour and director of one of the most beloved bands in town, Spencer the Gardener has Santa Barbara dancing and singing in all kinds of venues: from the explosive block party to the intimate Restaurant Roy’s or Scarlett Begonia. He is life is featured in an acclaimed documentary, More Than Just A Party Band, and he has been chosen 2021 Local Hero by the Santa Barbara Independent.
Sara Whipple, DJ
Sara Whipple began her tango journey in 2007 as a follower and quickly became enthralled by the dance. A few years later, she took on the challenge of learning to lead and has been passionately dancing both roles across North and South America ever since.
Sara is an avid learner, always seeking to deepen her connection to tango. She attends workshops and festivals in the U.S., and regularly travels to Buenos Aires to further her knowledge and skills. As a teacher and DJ in the greater Santa Barbara area, Sara creates a captivating musical environment that blends traditional, rare, old, and new tango tracks, ensuring a highly danceable experience for all.
In addition to tango, Sara is an accomplished dancer in salsa, swing, and other styles. Her diverse dance background enriches her tango teaching and DJing, bringing a unique and dynamic perspective to every event.
INFO: (805) 455-1906 info@nomadtango.org
Delicious dinner and drinks sold separately by our host, Soho.
Call (805) 962-7776 Ex 6 for reservations