African Music

*Included in the new [Tango Learning Pass](https://www.jessicagerdel.com/tango-learning-pass/) –* Your first step towards a Tango that reliably works on the dance floor! **Check all details [here](https://www.jessicagerdel.com/tangobasics/).** Tango Argentino Basics is an invitation to start your tango journey with solid foundations, clarity, and trust in your process. Join to learn the essentials of Tango Argentino from a mindful, embodied approach, focusing not only on *what* to do, but on *how* and *why* we move the way we do in this dance. The Tango Basics Course is ideal for you if: * You’re a complete beginner in Tango Argentino * You’re returning to tango and want to rebuild the foundations of your dance * You’re looking for a thoughtful, body-aware approach to Tango Argentino within a friendly community * You appreciate a safe space for questions, mistakes, and exploration You’ll learn: * Fundamental posture and body organization * Tango essentials technique, connection, musicality and navigation on the dance floor * How to move with another person comfortably and clearly * The foundations needed to start social dancing, and building confidence in your movements **No previous experience required**, just curiosity to work with the principles that allow you to understand the Tango Argentino language sooner and adapt easier to real social dance situations. **You can join with or without a dance partner, and learn the role(s) of your choice**. Jessica encourages learning both. **Join us at our new studio!** Yes! We moved! A new gorgeous salon awaits you just across the street from U3 Hütteldorfer Str. and trams 10 / 49. The S-Bahn gets you there in a breeze from the other side of the city, and a big Parking around the corner saves you headaches if coming by car. * **Breitenseer Straße 6, 1140 Wien** (EWTO Akademie) **Every Wednesday from April 8 to July 29 at 19:00.** You're welcome to drop-in but tango starts making sense with consistency. Drop-in €20 Full course (12 classes & 4 guided practice sessions) €230 Solidaritarif for students under 30 years old, unemployed and people with limited income: -20% **The [Tango Learning Pass](https://www.jessicagerdel.com/tango-learning-pass/) supports you in building your weekly practice with flexibility and consistency. Check it out or ask Jessica.** Follow us on [Instagram](https://instagram.com/abrazatango) and [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/tangoimmersion/) and join [Jessica's Newsletter](https://www.jessicagerdel.com/tango-argentino-wien/#newsletter) to be the first to know more surprises to come! **Teaching approach** Spoiler alert: This is not about copying and memorizing steps. Jessica's teaching focus is on body awareness, connection, and developing good habits from the start — so what you learn works in real social dance situations and truly supports your dance in the long term. **Check out more about her work at [jessicagerdel.com](https://www.jessicagerdel.com/) and on [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/tangoimmersion/)/[Instagram](http://www.instagram.com/abrazatango): Abrazatango.** Looking forward to seeing you there!

**Here we go again 🙃 Next date for our monthly gathering is out!** Producers, synth addicts, DJs, musicians, sound designers, composers, and audio enthusiasts of all levels are welcome 🙌 This time it will be on **Wednesday**, so that we can all look forward to a midweek creative break! New day, but same location @ JO&JOE Westbanhof As usual, we'll keep it simple and easy: Just hanging out, chatting about projects and gear, swapping ideas, and geeking out over sounds we love. 🎛️🎧🔊 The free Meetup plan has limited spots (quirks 😅), so RSVP and update if your plans change. But also feel free to show up even if "Sold Out" (🤫) Can’t wait to catch up, meet new faces, and hear what everyone’s been working on! 📍 **Wednesday, April 22nd — 19:00 at JO&JOE Westbahnhof** (Btw, to access the place, there is a lift next to the Ikea building…. It's basically the floor above Ikea.)

Sing your heart out for all the world to hear! Free & Fun Every Wednesday 19-22 Singen Sie sich die Seele aus dem Leib, damit die ganze Welt es hören kann! Kostenlos & Lustig Jeden Mittwoch 19-22 Uhr

Stop working alone. Come get things done — and meet people you actually like 📍 Time & Location 🕐 Time: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM 📍 Location: Jaz in the City (Ground Floor) Windmühlgasse 28, 1060 Vienna ➡️ When you enter: reception on the right and We’ll be sitting on the left side — at the round tables 💻 What to bring Bring your laptop, notebook, or whatever you need to work ⸻ 💶 Participation • Participation fee: €5 and order a drink Spots are limited ⸻ 🧠 How it works We combine focus + connection. • 40 minutes — deep work • 20 minutes — conversation and meeting new friends During breaks you can talk, share ideas, or just meet new people. Then we repeat. ⸻ 🤝 This is for you if • You struggle to stay consistent alone • You want to meet people without awkward networking • You miss real human connection while working • You want structure — but not pressure ⸻ Join us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/makegoodfriends?igsh=YjA2czVxNjF0cGJi&utm_source=qr

**Our next show:** [next improv Show](https://www.iicv.at/improvshow) **Leader of the session:** [IICV Calendar](https://www.iicv.at/event-calendar) **What is it ?** An open improv session for all experience levels. Come play, explore, and have fun in a supportive, low-pressure environment. **How to register ?** Meetup registration opens on **Sunday 13:00** for the following Wednesday meetup. Should your plans change, we kindly ask you to **cancel.** For security reason, you cannot join the session if you did not registered. **How much ?** Free for IICV members\* 10 Euros for everybody else. You can pay contactless or cash. \* go to [iicv.at](https://www.iicv.at/) to become a member (13EUR per month until you cancel your membership). **Anything to report?** Please give us an anonymous [feedback](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1oidbMUMs_Zz-rSQ9O4HcR_axPG_zvUb1dc1ssG5IWaw/edit) \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* **Meetup priority**: Please do not enroll to meetup priority!!! You can enroll to any open session without having it (just close the adv. window). **Being meetup priority will not give you any advantage in the waiting list** neither as we will insure to respect the real order of priority. **Photograph policy**: Please be aware that photos will be taken during the open session for social media and newsletters. Before any photos are taken, we ask participants for their consent and provide an opportunity to opt out. **Code of Conduct**: We are a Vienna-based international community seeking to explore, play, practice, and perform improvised arts in a group setting. In treating this space with integrity and professionalism, we are committed to facilitating a harassment-free space for all persons regardless of cultural background, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race, etc. Therefore, the IICV will not tolerate any inappropriate behaviour as per our [Code Of Conduct](https://www.iicv.at/code-of-conduct). Repeated violations of our guidelines can and will result in warnings, removal from sessions, or cancelation of membership. The **International Improv Community in Vienna** IICV e.V. ZVR Nr:1236421179

Drink & Draw! Wir treffen uns im church pub um spielerisch zu zeichnen! Mit kleinen Games lockern wir die Stimmung auf und lernen uns kennen. Auf Spendenbasis.

Petr Popelka, Chefdirigent der Wiener Symphoniker, präsentiert ein neues Konzertformat: die „Hör-Bar“. Gemeinsam mit Musiker:innen seines Orchesters lädt er zu einem Abend ein, der klassische Konzertformen aufbricht und Raum für Entdeckungen schafft. Popelka moderiert, spricht über Musik, stellt Werke in neuen Zusammenhängen vor — und greift selbst zu Taktstock, Kontrabass oder Klavier. 📅 Wann: Freitag, 24. April 2026 · 19:30 – 23:00 Uhr (Konzertbeginn 20:00 Uhr) 📍 Wo: Gläserner Saal / Magna Auditorium, Musikverein Wien — Musikvereinsplatz 1, 1010 Wien 🎫 Tickets: https://shop.musikverein.at/selection/event/seat?perfId=10229523146897 — besser früh sichern! Programm: • Biber — Rosenkranz-Sonate Nr. 5, 9 & 12 • Crumb — Vox Balaenae for Three Masked Players • Smetana — Streichquartett Nr. 1 „Aus meinem Leben“ • Takemitsu — Toward the Sea II • Strawinsky — L’Histoire du Soldat Nach dem Konzert öffnet die Bar — Gelegenheit zum Gespräch mit Petr Popelka und den Musiker:innen! 🥂 Treffpunkt: Wir treffen uns um 19:30 Uhr vor dem Haupteingang des Musikvereins. Schaut nach der Gruppe! 🏳️‍🌈 English: Petr Popelka, Chief Conductor of the Wiener Symphoniker, presents a new concert format: the "Hör-Bar" (Listening Bar). Together with musicians from his orchestra, he invites us to an evening that breaks classical concert conventions and creates space for discovery. Popelka moderates, talks about music, presents works in new contexts — and picks up the baton, double bass, or piano himself. 📅 When: Friday, April 24, 2026 · 7:30 – 11:00 PM (concert starts at 8:00 PM) 📍 Where: Gläserner Saal / Magna Auditorium, Musikverein Wien — Musikvereinsplatz 1, 1010 Wien 🎫 Tickets: https://shop.musikverein.at/selection/event/seat?perfId=10229523146897 — get yours early! Program: • Biber — Rosary Sonata No. 5, 9 & 12 • Crumb — Vox Balaenae for Three Masked Players • Smetana — String Quartet No. 1 "From My Life" • Takemitsu — Toward the Sea II • Stravinsky — L'Histoire du Soldat After the concert, the bar opens — a chance to chat with Petr Popelka and the musicians! 🥂 Meeting point: We'll meet at 7:30 PM outside the main entrance of the Musikverein. Look for the group! 🏳️‍🌈

🎵 **Circle Songs Lab –** Collective Singing Once a month we gather to sing together. No sheet music, no auditions, no need to read music. Inspired by Bobby McFerrin's method, Circle Songs is a guided vocal improvisation experience: everyone brings their voice, and together we build spontaneous melodies that are born and gone in the moment, unrepeatable. What happens during the lab? * warm up the voice and body * explore simple vocal improvisation * build Circle Songs together * experience group sound and collective rhythm No musical experience needed. Just the desire to show up and open your voice. **Open to everyone 🙌** **Language**: English/German/Italian Bring water and a playful spirit. **Fee**: 20 Euro/each **Where**: Musikquarter 1040 📩 IMPORTANT: To join, please send a DM to confirm your participation, spots are limited! (tamara.soldan@gmail.com)

Wir trommeln, frei oder mit Anleitung. Dann backen wir Pizza (einen Belag zum Teilen bitte mitbringen) und trinken, was ihr mitgebracht habt. Instrumente sind vorhanden, dürfen aber auch gerne mitgebracht werden. Gäste nur nach Rücksprache herzlich willkommen. Maximal 5 Teilnehmer, wer zuerst kommt.....! Falls ihr Gäste mitbringen wollt, kontaktiert mich bitte im voraus. Ich biete dieses Event auch auf anderen Plattformen an, es kann zu vorzeitigem Anmeldeschluss kommen! Pläne können sich ändern, sagt mir aber bitte einen Tag vorher falls das so ist, damit ich die Pizzateig-Menge einschätzen kann. We play drums, guided or free-style. Then we make pizza (please bring a topping to share) and drink what you brought. There are instruments at the studio, but you are welcome to bring your own. Maximum of 3 participants. First come....! If you want to bring a guest, please send me a message. Should your plans change, please let me know at least a day in advance so I can make the right amount of dough.

⭐ Business Speed Networking Vienna Make connections. Find opportunities. Meet inspiring people. Looking to expand your professional circle and actually enjoy the process? This business speed networking event in Vienna is designed for people who value real conversations, not superficial small talk. 💎Participation fee is 10€ and order a drink 💼 What to expect: Structured speed networking with short one-to-one conversations. Each round lasts about 10 minutes, then you meet a new person. Clear format, easy flow, and a professional office-style environment. 🤝 Who it’s for: Entrepreneurs, freelancers, startup founders, managers, and professionals from different industries who want to connect, exchange ideas, and explore collaboration opportunities. ⭐️ The atmosphere: Focused, respectful, and business-oriented. Come for the networking. Stay for the conversations. Leave with new contacts — and new opportunities 💬✨

💐 Aufblühen mit MusikLebensFreude MusikLebensFreude verbindet 💐 💎 An diesem Nachmittag widmen wir uns der Auseinandersetzung mit der (eigenen) Trauer anhand des Lavia Lebensweg- und Trauermodells und Liedern, die stärken, berühren, heilsam wirken können. 💎 Lisi Weihs begleitet die gemeinsame Zeit mit ihrer Expertise als Lebens- und Sozialberaterin mit dem Schwerpunkt Trauerbegleitung und ich unterstüze das gemeinsame Singen und bringe **einfache Lieder, WERTSCHÄTZUNG FÜR ALLE STIMMEN,** egal ob routiniert, ungeübt oder mutig für einen Erstversuch, meine Gitarre und ein paar **Percussioninstrumente,** für alle, die mitmusizieren wollen. Die Liedertexte sind vorbereitet. **Vorkenntnisse sind nicht erforderlich.** Jede\*r kann sich so weit einlassen, wie sie\*er möchte. 💝 Wertschätzungsbeitrag nach Selbsteinschätzung: 30€ - 60€ in bar **✅ Wir ersuchen um VERBINDLICHE ANMELDUNG** bis **spätestens 21.4**. mit einer Zusage hier oder einer Nachricht direkt an mich. Die Teilnahme ist auf 10 Personen beschränkt. Die Ankündigung und Anmeldung läuft auch auf anderen Kanälen. Bei Fragen stehe ich euch gern bis zum Anmeldeschluss zur Verfügung. **🎶 Liebe musikalische Grüße,** ***Karin* 🎶**

Come join for some live performances and great beer. I've called the venue and booked a table. Sooooooo unfortunately this one might have to be limited to 8 people. Hope to see you there :)

**A-B-SEE** is a serious, responsible idea; intended strictly for the strong of heart and anti-dogmatic, open-eyed, and courageously curious cinematic adventure seekers. *Apply only if the description fits.* These events center on uncompromising, taboo-free, film art exploration. *Leave your comfort zone outside.* For **[FilmStory](https://www.meetup.com/filmstory/)** regular members only. * Orientation call prior to first date of participation. * Limited to 10 participants per event.

**Caller: Richard Ades** **Band: The McKenzies** **Clinton Heights Lutheran Church** **15 Clinton Heights Ave, Columbus, OH 43202** WHAT IS CONTRA DANCING? Picture the Grand Ball scenes like you’ve seen in period films such as “Pride and Prejudice”, where the dancers are lined up in long lines, across from each other. That’s English Country Dancing, the predecessor of contra dancing. Now, add moves like “swing your partner” and “do-si-do,” like you’ve seen in square dancing. Set it to fabulous, high energy, live music with fiddles, guitars, percussion and more, alá “Riverdance.” Finally, set the whole scene down in the middle of Woodstock, with a hip, groovy atmosphere, a bit of tie-dye, and hints of counter-culture attitude. THAT’s Contra Dancing! Wear cool and comfortable clothes (you will get warm) and clean shoes that won't mark up our nice wood floor. Be sure to come for the beginner's lesson from 7:30 - 8:00, followed by dancing 8:00 - 10:30. All dances are taught; we will help you learn! Beginners always welcome, no need to bring a partner. Cost is $10.00 adults, $5.00 ages 12-26. Under 12 free. Free parking in church lot. For more information contact me or check out our website: [www.bigscioty.com](http://www.bigscioty.com/) Please bring your own refillable water bottle.

Get ready for an unforgettable night of inspiration, energy, and soul-stirring performance with international speakers and artists Armand and Angelina. This is more than an event—it’s a live concert-style experience of music, message, and mirth that will uplift your spirit and move your heart. From the moment the evening begins, you’ll be immersed in a powerful atmosphere of love, laughter, and transformational sound. Featuring the angelic, heart-opening voice of Angelina—singing across multiple languages—and the dynamic presence of Armand, whose inspiring talks, original compositions, and powerful vocals ignite a passion for life, this is a performance you don’t want to miss. Come out and feel the energy, connect with the message, and experience a night that celebrates love, transformation, and the power of music to move us all. $20 Suggested Love Offering (None shall be turned away) **Bonus Morning Experience** Native Flute Playshop with A & A Thursday, May 14 at 10:00 a.m. Come back in the morning for a deeper, hands-on musical experience.

**💥 Join us THIS Saturday and EVERY Saturday!** **💥 At Columbus’ Hottest New Salsa Venue!** **.** Lincoln Street Salsa THIS Saturday and EVERY Saturday! 8 pm – 1 am **.** **💥 Gorgeously Renovated Studio!** **💥 Free Parking!** **💥 BYOB!** **💥 Easy Access from Highway!** **.** Lincoln Street Salsa 1717 Brice Rd Reynoldsburg, Ohio 43215 **.** **ENTRANCE IS ON THE NORTH SIDE OF THE BUILDING** **Behind Anthony’s Pharmacy!** **.** **PLEASE SHARE and help get the word out!** **.** **🟣 Salsa, Bachata, and Merengue Dancing!** **.** **🟣** 8:00 pm – 8:30 pm **𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻** **.** **🟣** 8:30 pm – 9:30 pm **𝗕𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 Class!** **.** **🟣** 9:30 pm – 1 am **𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘆!** **.** **✅ Questions?** **Visit [LincolnStreetSalsa.com](https://columbussalsadancing.com/)** Or Text Todd: 614-774-8146 **.** **✅ No Experience Necessary!** **✅ No Partner Required!** **✅ Plenty of People to Dance With!** **.** **✅ $15 Cash / $16 Card** **✅ College Students $5 Off with Valid ID!** **✅ BYOB** **✅ Age 18+** **.** **✅ Lincoln Street Salsa is the perfect place for…** **.** **👉 Learning to Dance** **👉** Social Dancing **👉 Birthday Celebration** **👉** Bachelorette Parties **👉 Girl’s Night Out** **👉 Date Night** **👉** Getting Fit / Burning Calories **👉 Meeting New People** **👉** Having Fun, Fun, Fun! **.** ✅ **Questions?** Visit [LincolnStreetSalsa.com](https://columbussalsadancing.com/) Or Text Todd: 614-774-8146

**DINNER AND MUSIC**! Pubs, breweries, and American eateries often host local bands playing popular hits, country, or rock offering a nice ambiance for socializing and diverse food and drink menus. *Tonight we'll check out [TIPTON TAVERN](https://www.pizza-cottage.com/locations) (inside Pizza Cottage Lewis Center).* Family-friendly casual [pizzeria](https://www.pizza-cottage.com/menu) for pizzas plus salads, wings and subs. We'll meet in the bar area, where the live music is set up. You're welcome to stay late, if you like. *Tonight's band:* Shucking Bubba Acoustic! **Live music starts at 6pm**.

Let's grab some coffee/food and share a morning chat! The East Market has an ample parking lot and outdoor and indoor seating. Grab a cup of coffee from Winston's Coffee & Waffles or on your way to East Market and meet us on the second floor - table behind or east of the elevator. Per what this group is about: "Everyone is welcome! International transplants to Columbus who want to improve language skills, Columbus residents who want to discuss international travel and culture, and anyone who enjoys getting together for good conversations."

**💥 Join us THIS Saturday and EVERY Saturday!** **💥 At Columbus’ Hottest New Salsa Venue!** **.** Lincoln Street Salsa THIS Saturday and EVERY Saturday! 8 pm – 1 am **.** **💥 Gorgeously Renovated Studio!** **💥 Free Parking!** **💥 BYOB!** **💥 Easy Access from Highway!** **.** Lincoln Street Salsa 1717 Brice Rd Reynoldsburg, Ohio 43215 **.** **ENTRANCE IS ON THE NORTH SIDE OF THE BUILDING** **Behind Anthony’s Pharmacy!** **.** **PLEASE SHARE and help get the word out!** **.** **🟣 Salsa, Bachata, and Merengue Dancing!** **.** **🟣** 8:00 pm – 8:30 pm **𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻** **.** **🟣** 8:30 pm – 9:30 pm **𝗕𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 Class!** **.** **🟣** 9:30 pm – 1 am **𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘆!** **.** **✅ Questions?** **Visit [LincolnStreetSalsa.com](https://columbussalsadancing.com/)** Or Text Todd: 614-774-8146 **.** **✅ No Experience Necessary!** **✅ No Partner Required!** **✅ Plenty of People to Dance With!** **.** **✅ $15 Cash / $16 Card** **✅ College Students $5 Off with Valid ID!** **✅ BYOB** **✅ Age 18+** **.** **✅ Lincoln Street Salsa is the perfect place for…** **.** **👉 Learning to Dance** **👉** Social Dancing **👉 Birthday Celebration** **👉** Bachelorette Parties **👉 Girl’s Night Out** **👉 Date Night** **👉** Getting Fit / Burning Calories **👉 Meeting New People** **👉** Having Fun, Fun, Fun! **.** ✅ **Questions?** Visit [LincolnStreetSalsa.com](https://columbussalsadancing.com/ "https://columbussalsadancing.com/") Or Text Todd: 614-774-8146 .