There are two types of Milonga phrasing that we use to create a musical experience — Lisa (smooth) or Traspie (rhythmic).
The video below shows:
When the phrases are Lisa or Traspie.
When the phrase starts and how long they are.
Practice 1
Watch the video or listen to the song while remaining as still as you can. Imagine that your torso is an empty container and the music is water. Allow the music to fill up your center. The moment you move, you empty it. This may be challenging but try it at least 2 times.
Practice 2
Listen without watching and see if you can predict when the phrases will start and pause.
Practice 3
Listen without watching and see if you can predict when its Lisa or Traspie.
You get an A if you can recognize the phrase when the first beat drops.
You get a B if you can recognize the phrase by beat 2 or 3.
You get an A+ if you can predict it before the first beat drops.
SONG SECTIONS
Milonga songs have a very basic structure that's easy to follow.
Typically, it starts out with an intro and two sections that are driven by the melody. Often, there will be a bridge or two between sections. Sometimes, the song will repeat the intro before the singer comes in.
This song has the following structure:
Intro
Section A (instrumental v.1)
Bridge
Section B (instrumental)
Bridge
Section A (vocal)
Section B (instrumental)
Section A (instrumental v.2)
Section B (instrumental)
Trumpet
Intro
Section A versions
Instrumental v.1
Vocal
Instrumental v.2
Section B
Instrumental
Bridges
Bridge
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