Peter started tango in 2000 with Clay Nelson and Megan Pingree. Since then, he has been most influenced by Robert Hauk, Susana Miller, and Cacho Dante. His tango has also been informed by Jorge Nel, Norberto ("el Pulpo") and Luisa, Florencia Tacceti, Hsueh-Tse Lee and most recently Mariana Fresno and Ney Melo. Notably, Peter's time studying and dancing in Buenos Aires cemented the connection he feels to tango.
Peter is enchanted by tango's refinement and by it's mystical dimensions. He believes that those who study and practice its history, culture, music, connection, mechanics and ethics can discover something beautiful in themselves and others.
Peter is currently teaching classes in the Sellwood neighborhood of SE Portland, both at the Sellwood Community Center and in the 'Ballroom' behind the Sellwood Public House at 8132 SE 13th Avenue. Call 503-232-5250 for details. Peter is available for private and semi-private instruction, workshops, DJing, demonstrations, and practice sessions. He enjoys working with men who are shy of or awkward about dancing.
His email is peterz53@comcast.net.