Nel Mastro TDJ

Tango DJing ONLINE Course

Total cost: USD $80

10 Modules of 90 minutes each
Once a week
Start Date: Wednesday , August 6th, 2025

Available days and times:

Monday: 3:00PM
Tuesday: 8:00AM

Time Zone: Buenos Aires, ARGENTINA
IMPORTANT: Please at the registration form below, select the day and time of attendance that suits you better depending your location!

Platform: ZOOM

Payment Methods: Transfer via Western Union or PayPal

Objectives

This course is designed to introduce anyone interested in exploring the art of DJing a social tango event. It covers important aspects of the genre’s history to better understand the parameters used in milongas and practicas both in Buenos Aires and outside Argentina. It will also be an open space for anyone who wishes to gain a deeper understanding of tango orchestras and the music generally used in milongas.

We will discuss the basic elements of a typical tango orchestra and how to understand its sound. A deep dive will be taken into the “Four Greats”: Troilo, Pugliese, Di Sarli, and D’Arienzo, with a specific module dedicated to each orchestra. We will also explore key aspects of other orchestras included in milonga playlists.

We will talk about important points to consider when creating tandas (music sets), the use of cortinas (transitional music), and key aspects of managing the energy flow at a milonga event.

A special module will be dedicated to discussing recommended DJing software and sound equalization.

Class Plan:

Module 1:
Tango History, Origins, up to 1935

Module 2:
Tango History, 1935 – Present

Module 3:
The Typical Orchestra and Basic Sound Concepts

Module 4:
Aníbal Troilo

Module 5:
Osvaldo Pugliese

Module 6:
Carlos Di Sarli

Module 7:
Juan D’Arienzo

Module 8:
Other Orchestras: Laurenz, Demare, Tanturi, D’Agostino, Caló, etc.

Module 9:
Building Tandas and Managing the Energy of the Event

Module 10:
Software, Hardware, and Sound Equalization.

I recently took Nel’s Tango DJ course and enjoyed it so much! During the time it ran, it became the day of the week I looked forward to the most.

Nel has a deep knowledge of Tango music, its history, the orchestras and musicians, and also the technology behind sound and recording—a subject I didn’t realize was so important for DJing until this course. His lectures were well-structured and covered everything from musical history and organizing tandas to software, equipment, and sound quality. One topic I found especially valuable was the attention given to lyrics and the themes of vocal songs when building tandas—it really helped elevate the level of musical selection, especially for Spanish-speaking dancers who connect deeply with the words.

He was always patient and happy to answer every question. And at the end of the course, Nel generously shared his high-quality music library, which was an amazing bonus.

It was also a great experience to learn from someone based in the very heart of the Tango world—Buenos Aires.

I highly recommend this course to anyone taking their first steps into the world of Tango DJing.

Esti Lavon

Before Nel’s course, Tango music felt like an ocean I was dancing on the surface of. Through him, I learned to dive beneath the waves—and what I discovered below changed everything.

Taking Nel’s online course on Tango music was a truly transformative experience. I gained a deep and structured understanding of the different orchestras, their styles, and the historical evolution of Tango music. Time flies during his classes, which are very informative, interesting and rich – and fun! I also love to have the possibility to watch the recordings when I couldn’t attempt the class.

There are many online classes now on tango. But what truly sets Nel apart, for me, is not just his vast knowledge—it’s the way he embodies Tango. He lives it with such passion and authenticity that it’s impossible not to be inspired 🙂 When listening to Nel you might end up thinking that he has himself lived during the Golden age of tango and that he knew Troilo and Gardel personally 😀 Through his teaching, he ignited something beautiful in me: a fire, a deep curiosity, and a renewed love for the music.

This course didn’t just teach me about Tango—it changed the way I feel it. My connection to the music while dancing has deepened profoundly. I now experience the dance on an entirely new level, much more emotionally connected and in tune with the music.
And not only that—my way of listening to Tango music has changed as well. I now hear with more awareness, with more depth, and with a sense of presence.

It truly opened a door for me into an entirely new world—one where each note tells a story, and each orchestra paints a different emotional landscape. Meeting Nel was a life-changing moment. I believe Tango will continue to be a strong and meaningful connection. Through Tango, I feel fully present—while honoring everything that brought me here and releasing what lies ahead.

As Aníbal Troilo once said:
“El tango es una manera de vivir, de sentir, de sufrir y de gozar.”
Tango is a way of living, of feeling, of suffering, and of rejoicing.
Thank you, Nel, I finally understand what that truly means.

Christiane T.

Nel has an incredible knowledge about Tango and Musicalization, very recommended, If you’re not really save in Castellano maybe the English course will be better, And the best is – you get all his music too, good structured, well prepared!
THANKS A LOT 😎!

Clemens

I enjoyed Nel’s DJ course very much and recommend it to anyone interested in learning the history of Tango music, stories and styles of key Golden-Age orquestas, and practical skills for DJing in milongas. Nel is engaging and well-prepared for every lecture. He answers students’ questions politely and thoughtfully. He shares with us not only his profound knowledge of Tango, but also his boundless love for Tango. It was a delightful experience to take his course.

Taisuke Nakata
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✨🎁 Special Bonus:

At the end of the course, I will share with all participants the HIGH-RESOLUTION music file that I use for my work as a DJ!…

🎥 …Can’t make it to the live sessions? No problem!

All the classes are recorded, so you can watch the videos anytime and go through the materials at your own pace. Just buy the course and learn when it works for you.

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