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Vanessa & Eşref

They are an explosive mixture of creativity and fantastic technique, that will make you go crazy!

Vanessa has a broad dance education – she started her ballet lessons in France, 1986. Then there was ballroom dancing, jazz, contemporary dance, and finally… tango. Eşref is the winner of the most prestigious Turkish award, 1st place in the 2010 ‘Turkey Championship of TDSF’ (Turkish Dance and Sport Federation).

Together, they are incredibly original in sequences and, at the same time, very classic in movement. They own one of the largest tango schools in Istanbul. Their life is about traveling and giving workshops all over the world; in Buenos Aires, Paris, Moscow, Amsterdam, Montreal, New York, Washington DC, Syracusa, Bucharest, many cities in Turkey.

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Çiko & Burak

Ciko’s motivation to pursue tango has been the connection to another soul & body, as well as her own, through a music that inspires her.

Her technique gives her a non-restrictive connection with various dancers. Her dance is defined by its sensuality, creative playfulness, musicality and elasticity.

She has worked across US and Canada teaching workshops and at festivals and has also assisted Chicho Frumboli in his workshops in NYC in 2022.

Burak Ozkosem, known for his bold yet sensitive interpretations of Argentine Tango. With more than two decades of experience teaching, DJing, and producing tango events around the world, Burak’s passion for tango goes beyond just dance—it’s about building connections, communities, and memories.

Ayşe & Tarek

Ayse Gencalp stands as a beacon of excellence in the Tango world, earning the esteemed respect of traditional Argentine maestros—an accolade reserved for only a select few foreign dancers. With her formative years spent in the heart of Buenos Aires, Ayse honed her craft amidst the rich tapestry of Tango culture, immersing herself in its pure essence over the past two decades. Her journey led her to participate in renowned Tango companies such as the “Roberto Herrera Company” and the “Johanna Copes Company,” where she absorbed invaluable insights from the most revered figures in the Tango community.

Ayşe has been teaching and partnering with 2013 World Tango champion Maximiliano Cristiani in several festivals, as well as championship as invited judges, choreographers of successful stage shows in Buenos Aires.

Tarek Marroushi has been dancing since the age of 16 in Folklore, and soon became involved with Latin dancing. Currently residing in Toronto, Canada, Tarek has been teaching for over 11 years, and has founded the Tango Pi school in Toronto and co-organizer of the Toronto Spring Tango Marathon.

Infused with Turkish flair

tango festival & championship

August 28-31, 2025

montréal

Orchestra

cachıvache

Cachivache Orkesta

El Cachivache Quinteto is currently one of the most popular tango bands and is widely recognized in the world-music circuit. Sometimes labeled as ‘Tango Punk’, the group is characterized by its undeniably creative, original, and very danceable style.

Some call them “modern buffoons”, while others describe their music as “communal flat groove”, and both are true. El Cachivache delivers their music in a vigorous manner with a strong dose of humor, mixing traditional tango with a post-punk look, which simultaneously frightens and attracts the audience.
Witty song introductions emerged with the music, livening up already energetic performances. The band was selected to perform at WOMEX19 Showcase in Tampere, Finland in October 2019, and became part of Putumayo´s world music catalogue in November 2024.

Vito Venturino

Guitar & bass player for rock and jazz. Attracted to tango during the new millenium, founded the band in 2008.

Andy Ferrari

Born in Buenos Aires in 1988, piano player in OT Andariega Sexteto Gato, joined the band in 2022. 

Adriano De Vita

Born in 1986. Bandoneon player in OT La Vidu and Sismico as well, Adriano join the band in early 2017.

Pacha Mendes

Born in Neuquen, Patagonia in  1983. He studied at SADEM. Began  playing with the band in 2014.

Our DJs

Infused with Turkish flair

tango festival & championship

August 28-31, 2025

montréal

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