Friday, August 27, 2010

Bachata Talk 010 "The Bachata Evolution with Ismael and Alex"

BB talks to the Jersey Boys, Alex and Ismael from Caribbean Soul Dance Studio. On this video, the guys talk a little bit more about Dominican Style Bachata, and the way it is evolving. Ismael and Alex explain BB that they are happy to be part of this new Bachata wave, as long as it remains Bachata in style and music.

For info on Caribbean Soul Dance Studio
http://www.ismaelotero.com

For info on the Reno Bachata Fe
stival 2011
http://www.BachataReno.com


Bachata Talk is a series of interviews with Bachata Dance instructors or people involved in the Bachata Dance scene. Interviews are conducted by BB of Bachata Reno and Salsa Reno. Video production is by Roberto Ramirez. Please visit http://www.BachataReno.com for more info on the 3rd Annual International Reno Bachata Festival or visit http://www.SalsaReno.com for more info on Latin dancing in Reno.

Bachata Talk 009 "Making sure you have fun with Alina and Frank"

On this video, BB talks to Frank and Alina, from Estonia. Frank is Dominican, so BB asks him what "Domincan style Bachata is". Frank also tells us that in any social dance situation, the most important thing is to have fun. Alina also says that for her the most important thing is to dance to the music, in order to move with feeling.

Become a friend of Frank Santos
and Alina on FACEBOOK

For info on the Reno Bachata Festival 2011
http://www.BachataReno.com


Bachata Talk is a series of interviews with Bachata Dance instructors or people involved in the Bachata Dance scene. Interviews are conducted by BB of Bachata Reno and Salsa Reno. Video production is by Roberto Ramirez. Please visit http://www.BachataReno.com for more info on the 3rd Annual International Reno Bachata Festival or visit http://www.SalsaReno.com for more info on Latin dancing in Reno.

Bachata Talk 008 "JAS likes skiing in the Sierra Mountains"

One of the new features of the 2011 Reno Bachata Festival will be the ski parties right before the main events. People who are dancers and like to ski will LOVE this opportunity to do both in one day. People who have never skied but always wanted to try will also LOVE the opportunity to finally give it a shot. Just ask Jose Santamaria, he'll tell you how much fun it is to shred the mountains and dance Bachata at the Reno Festival.


For more info on the JASdance Academy
http://www.jasdance.com

For info on the Reno Bachata Festival 2011
http://www.BachataReno.com


Bachata Talk is a series of interviews with Bachata Dance instructors or people involved in the Bachata Dance scene. Interviews are conducted by BB of Bachata Reno and Salsa Reno. Video production is by Roberto Ramirez. Please visit http://www.BachataReno.com for more info on the 3rd Annual International Reno Bachata Festival or visit http://www.SalsaReno.com for more info on Latin dancing in Reno.


Bachata Talk 007 "Aloha and Mahalo from Alberto Papi"

ALOHA! On this video, BB talks to Alberto Papi from Hawaii. They chat about the 1st Bachata Festival in Hawaii, which is officially called "Hawaii bachata vacation." Papi also tells BB how much fun he had at the last Reno Bachata Festival, and how he's looking forward to the next one in January.

For more info on the Hawaii Bachata Vacation
http://www.bachatahawaii.com

Become a friend of Alberto Papi on Facebook.

For info on the Reno Bachata Festival 2011
http://www.BachataReno.com


 Bachata Talk is a series of interviews with Bachata Dance instructors or people involved in the Bachata Dance scene. Interviews are conducted by BB of Bachata Reno and Salsa Reno. Video production is by Roberto Ramirez. Please visit http://www.BachataReno.com for more info on the 3rd Annual International Reno Bachata Festival or visit http://www.SalsaReno.com for more info on Latin dancing in Reno.

Bachata Talk 006 "Dancing on the plane with Christian Sola"

The chat continues. This time BB talks to Christian Sola, director of Sensual Bachata in Orlando. Christian tells BB about his big plan for an awesome performance at the 3rd Reno Bachata Festival, and his series of Bachata DVDs. They also talk about how the Orlando troop danced Bachata on the plane while they were coming to Reno.

For more info on Christian Sola and Sensual Bachata
http://www.sensualbachata.com

For info on the Reno Bachata Festival 2011
http://www.BachataReno.com


Bachata Talk is a series of interviews with Bachata Dance instructors or people involved in the Bachata Dance scene. Interviews are conducted by BB of Bachata Reno and Salsa Reno. Video production is by Roberto Ramirez. Please visit http://www.BachataReno.com for more info on the 3rd Annual International Reno Bachata Festival or visit http://www.SalsaReno.com for more info on Latin dancing in Reno.

Bachata Talk 005 "Day and Night on Facebook with Bachatico and Juliana"

From the "Land of Enchantment", Bachatico and Juliana talk to BB of "Bachata Reno" during the 2010 San Francisco Bachata Festival. They tell us about the New Mexico dance scene, and the upcoming Latin Dance Festival in Albuquerque.

Become a freind of Bachatico on Facebook!

For more info on the Albq Latin Dance Festival
http://www.abqlatinfest.com

For more info on the Reno Bachata Festival 2011
http://www.BachataReno.com


Bachata Talk is a series of interviews with Bachata Dance instructors or people involved in the Bachata Dance scene. Interviews are conducted by BB of Bachata Reno and Salsa Reno. Video production is by Roberto Ramirez. Please visit http://www.BachataReno.com for more info on the 3rd Annual International Reno Bachata Festival or visit http://www.SalsaReno.com for more info on Latin dancing in Reno.

Bachata Talk 004 "Ava Apple's New Home"


What a treat! This time BB chats with Ava Apple, one of the Bay Area's most acclaimed dance instructors. She shares the good news with us... the grand opening of her new studio. Ava also talks about the Reno Bachata Festival and the reasons she likes it so much.

For more info on Ava Apple
http://www.avaapple.com 

For info on the Reno Bachata Festival 2011
http://www.BachataReno.com


Bachata Talk is a series of interviews with Bachata Dance instructors or people involved in the Bachata Dance scene. Interviews are conducted by BB of Bachata Reno and Salsa Reno. Video production is by Roberto Ramirez. Please visit http://www.BachataReno.com for more info on the 3rd Annual International Reno Bachata Festival or visit http://www.SalsaReno.com for more info on Latin dancing in Reno.

Bachata Talk 003 "Feeling as one with Marissa and Anthony"

This time, BB chats with Anthony and Marissa from San Diego, CA. They tell him their impression on the 2nd Reno Bachata Festival and also talk about the upcoming San Diego Salsa and Bachata Festival.
Marissa then talks about the importance of "becoming one with our partners" when it comes to dancing.

For more info on Anthony and Marissa.
http://www.sandiegobachata.com

For info on the Reno Bachata Festival 2011
http://www.BachataReno.com


Bachata Talk is a series of interviews with Bachata Dance instructors or people involved in the Bachata Dance scene. Interviews are conducted by BB of Bachata Reno and Salsa Reno. Video production is by Roberto Ramirez. Please visit http://www.BachataReno.com for more info on the 3rd Annual International Reno Bachata Festival or visit http://www.SalsaReno.com for more info on Latin dancing in Reno.

Tuesday, August 24, 2010

Bachata Talk 002 "Feeling sexy with ATACA y La Alemana"

BB chats with Ataca Jorgie and Tanja Kensinger "La Alemana", who talk about their experience at the 2nd Reno Bachata Festival and a little bit about their favorite Bachata styles. La Alemana also talks about the importance of feeling sexy when it comes to dancing.

For more info on Ataca Jorgie y La Alemana.
http://www.IslandTouchDance.com
They also have the most viewed Bachata Video on YouTube
Performing Xtreme Te Extraño Bachata version
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2cehkSxOLNA

For info on the Reno Bachata Festival 2011
http://www.BachataReno.com


Bachata Talk is a series of interviews with Bachata Dance instructors or people involved in the Bachata Dance scene. Interviews are conducted by BB of Bachata Reno and Salsa Reno. Video production is by Roberto Ramirez. Please visit http://www.BachataReno.com for more info on the 3rd Annual International Reno Bachata Festival or visit http://www.SalsaReno.com for more info on Latin dancing in Reno

Monday, August 23, 2010

Open Auditions - Salsa Gozalo

Learn this Salsa Dance Performance routine





OPEN AUDITIONS

Audition for Salsa Reno's premiere salsa dance team
SALSA GOZALO

Prepare for performances in Reno and at the Reno Bachata Festival

Team practice will be from 9 to 11 pm on Mondays
The cost is $45 every 4 - weeks ($40 if paid early)

Auditions will be held Monday, August 30th from 9 to 11 pm
Auditions are open to everyone

Gemini Ballroom Academy
2920 Mill Street
Reno, NV

We are almost done with out first routine. That means it will be time to audition for new dancers.

The Goal is to create a performance piece to be shown in and around the Reno area.
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For more information please contact BB of Salsa Reno
http://www.SalsaReno.com/

Bachata Talk 001 "Corey and Mireille"

BB of "Bachata Reno" talks to Corey and Mireille during the 2010 San Francisco Bachata Festival. They talk about their current events, and the plans for the future.

For more info on Corey & Mireille 
http://www.BachataYMas.com

For more info on the Reno Bachata Festival 2011
http://www.BachataReno.com


Bachata Talk is a series of interviews with Bachata Dance instructors or people involved in the Bachata Dance scene. Interviews are conducted by BB of Bachata Reno and Salsa Reno. Video production is by Roberto Ramirez. Please visit http://www.BachataReno.com for more info on the 3rd Annual International Reno Bachata Festival or visit http://www.SalsaReno.com for more info on Latin dancing in Reno.

World Class Salsa Party w/ Live Orchestra & Performances by Salsamania



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P3a4EC-FrNA


For more info - http://www.salsareno.com/events/WorldClassSalsaPartyRenoNV.htm

World Class Salsa Party
with Live Salsa Orchestra
(18+ from 8 PM to 1 AM)
at The Siena Ballroom in the Siena Hotel Spa Casino, Reno

After Party in The Loft (Just outside the ballroom)
with DJ Zorro (dance floor put down just for us)
Mixing Salsa, Bachata, Cumbia and Merengue
(21+ form 1 AM to 4 AM)

Presented by
http://www.SalsaReno.com/
http://www.RenoTahoeTonight.com/
http://www.SienaReno.net/

Who?
Live Orchestra
Aaron y Su Conjunto Taino

World Class Dance Performances by
John & Liz of Salsamania
Proyecto Mania
John & Alejandra
Salsa Gozalo
Bachata Gozalo

What?
A serious dance party ALL NIGHT LONG

When?
Saturday, September 11, 2010
Party in the Ballroom is 18+
Doors open 8 pm
Lesson by BB of Salsa Reno 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM
DJ Zorro 9:30 PM
Live Orchestra starts at 10 PM
Dance Show at 11 PM

After Party starts at 1 AM (21+)
Just outside the Casino in The Loft
with dance floor too
DJ Zorro 'til 4 am

Where?
At The Siena Ballroom inside the Siena Hotel Spa & Casino
After party with dance floor too in The Loft
http://www.SienaReno.net/

Why?
Cuz it's gonna be a damn good time :-)

How?
Pre-purchase tickets?
Available thru BB of Salsa Reno at all Salsa Reno classes and events
Also, available at the Siena Casino Gift/Snack shop
$25 the day of the event
$20 pre-purchase
call 775 813-1143 for tickets to the party

DRESS CODE
No T-shirts - No Athletic Shoes

Rooms?
Room Rate for Saturday, September 11th is only $59
Call (877) 743-6233
Use room code "Salsa Reno 2010"

VIP Table Service?
Gets you into the door for FREE
Call Hassen at (775) 848-9648 to reserve VIP
SEE BELOW FOR VIP OPTIONS...

Dance Workshops with John & Liz of Salsamania
and BB of Bachata Reno and Salsa Reno
From 1 to 6 PM
SEE EVENT LISTING "John & Liz of Salsamania Workshops in Reno"
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VIP Table Service - In the Ballroom
Gets you into the door for FREE

And gets you front row seating to the dance floor and the show. All other seating will be theatre style

For reservations
Call Hassen at (775) 848-9648

$50 Non-refundable deposit for reservations
Drawing for all pre-reserve tables
All pre-reserved tables will be enter into a FREE drawig for an upgrade to a Grey Goose bottle of vodka


$150 Pre-reserved/$175 at door
Up to 4 people in for FREE
1 Bottle of Smirnoff/4 Red Bills/Cranberry/Tonic

$200 Pre-reserved/$225 at door
Up to 4 people in for FREE
2 bottles of Wine
Merlot, Cabernet or Chardonay

$300 Pre-reserved/$350 at door
Up to 8 people in for FREE
2 Bottles of Smirnoff/4 Red Bills/Cranberry/Tonic
1 bottle of champagne