Tanya J Smith Washington DC Salsa Mambo Bachata Latin
People were CERTAINLY Thankful that Mr. Mambo’s was BACK on our regular 2nd & 4th Sat schedule and they came out in droves to show their gratitude Sat, Nov 22, 2014 at our BE THANKFUL Salsa y Bachata Dance Social at the Hollywood Ballroom! Amazing Blend of Newbies, Seasoned Vets, and members of DC’s Salsa & Bachata Community filled up both dance floors ALL NIGHT!
Workshops were well attended from the jump. Juan Aristy, w/the assistance of the beautiful Yessenia, taught the Bachata Fundamentals Class and the students loved it! Psyon D. Scott taught the Salsa ON2 TurnPattern & Footwork Class and it was definitely challenging but the students were up for the challenge! Irene Holtzman, w/the assistance of Fly Clavikazi Dancer David, taught the Salsa ON1 TurnPattern & Footwork Class and it was packed OUT! The students were enthusiastic and had a great time! Tommy Smith aka Mr. Mambo taught the Absolute Beginners Class and it was filled with bright eyed and bushy tale newbies to Salsa. They were ready to get their fundamentals down to use on the dancefloor later that night!
The consensus about the music in three words- OFF THE CHAINS! DJ Neo and DJ Tico tore up the spot in the Main Salsa Ballroom and DJ Yulio Rocked the Joint in the Bachata/Kizomba Ballroom. This translated to a Busy Dance Floor ALL NIGHT! Several people came up to me to ask me who the DJs were and/or to tell me that the music was simply amazing. With great music, people instantly become friendlier and the awesome vibes spread quickly on the dance floor creating a wonderful night.
(Picture by Ho-Yon Hwang)
(Picture by Ho-Yon Hwang)
(Picture by Ho-Yon Hwang)
Conclusion- A Fun Frenzied Dance Night Worth the Drive, FOR SURE!
Next Mr. Mambo’s is SAT, DEC 13, 2014- Our Silver & Red Holiday Party! SAVE THE DATE!
