Introducing your Festival DJs
- DJ David Wong - on Thursday at the Welcome Milonga
- DJ Nadim Sawaya - on Friday at Noche de Ensueño Milonga
- DJ Shinji - on Saturday at Noches de Chantecler Milonga
- DJ Alex - on Sunday at La Ultima Milonga Milonga
DJ Nadim Sawaya - Melbourne
Nadim will be the DJ on Friday night at the New Zealand Tango Festival, for the Noche de Ensueño Milonga.
Nadim began his Tango career in 2001, having grown up listening to Tangos on his father’s old vinyl records. This early introduction to Tango was the foundation for his later interest in delving into the history and intricacies of the great Tangos.
Following his first visit to Buenos Aires in 2005, Nadim was made aware of the important role DJs play, and upon returning to Melbourne (having bought many CDs!), began to hone his skills by DJing at local milongas. Along with his first teacher, Nadim started a free CD library service and encouraged others to take up this role.
Nadim has been invited to conduct DJ workshops in Australia to further encourage the education and number of active DJs in the scene. Over the years, he has also received invitations to DJ at large festivals around Australia and Japan, as well as at regular milongas.
At Nadim & Rina's studio, Tango Esencia, they continue to educate on the important role DJs play. They encourage those who want to take up the art to begin their journey at practicas, and support them in transitioning to the main Milonga through their musicality and music awareness program.
In addition to his love of dance, Nadim is an avid and lifelong music student, having played the cello in orchestras and riffing on his guitar on most days.
DJ Shinji - Japan
Shinji will be the DJ on Saturday night at the New Zealand Tango Festival, for the Noches de Chantecler Milonga.
Shinji is an internationally acclaimed tango DJ, musician, dancer, and teacher. With a rich background that seamlessly blends music and dance, Shinji brings a rich perspective to the global tango community.
Shinji immersed himself in the heart of tango culture by living in Argentina for five years starting in 2009. During this transformative period, he dedicated himself to tango guitar, composition, percussion, and more, eventually becoming a professional dancer. Now based in Tokyo, he teaches and dances at Tango Sol in Nihonbashi, inspiring students with his innovative approach.
His unique workshops, combining deep musical knowledge with dance technique, have garnered international acclaim. Shinji has shared his expertise in countries like Italy, Peru, Ecuador, Bolivia, and many more, building a global reputation for excellence.
As a DJ, Shinji’s selections are infused with his dual essence as a musician and dancer, captivating audiences around the world. He has graced prestigious events and venues including:
Shinji has DJ'ed around the world including events and festivals in Buenos Aires, Osaka, Rome, Tokyo, Taipei, Spain, Korea, Manila and Bali.
Join us to experience Shinji’s exceptional talent and energy as he stirs the tango pot at our festival!
DJ Alex Nodelman - Sydney
Alex will be the DJ on Sunday night at the New Zealand Tango Festival, for the La Ultima Milonga.
An active contributor of music and pro bono work in the Sydney tango community, DJ Alex continuously works hard to set a high standard to ensure dancers get the best, tango has to offer. Commitment to the highest quality audio and selection has gained him strong popularity and support across Australia. He also spends a lot of his time to explore rare undiscovered pieces and versions, which allow him to inject something unique and memorable. DJ Alex's professional approach and natural awareness for the dancers ensure we are in safe hands.