111 Things About Tango You Need to Know: Music, lyrics, orchestras, poets, dancers, culture, history – the complete world of Tango in 111 clear, witty and insightful chapters. Hardcover – December 8, 2025

111 Things About Tango You Need to Know is the first book that brings together all aspects of Argentine Tango in one place:the music, the dance, the orchestras, the poets, the history, the culture, the lyrics, the scene, the emotions – everything that makes Tango what it is.Written by professional tango teacher and dancer Ani Andreani, this book offers a clear, humorous and insightful journey through one of the most fascinating cultural worlds ever created.In 111 short and accessible chapters, you’ll discover:The music: rhythms, phrasing, instruments, tango vs. vals vs. milonga, stylistic eras.The orchestras: D'Arienzo, Di Sarli, Troilo, Pugliese – and many more you should know.The most iconic tangos: what makes them special and the stories behind them.The poets and lyricists: Manzi, Cadícamo, Discépolo and the soul of Lunfardo.The dancers and styles: from early salon to modern interpretations.The technique: embrace, connection, improvisation and musicality.The culture: milonga etiquette, codes, the scene, the fashion, Buenos Aires.The history: origins, evolution, golden age, decline and global revival.The feeling: why Tango touches people so deeply – and what makes it timeless.Whether you are a beginner, an experienced dancer, a music lover or simply curious about Tango as a cultural phenomenon, this book gives you the full picture: lively, well-researched and always easy to understand.Tango is music. Tango is culture. Tango is history.And this book is your guide through all of it. Read more