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Sebastián Jimenez & María Belén Giachello

Argentina

We still recall Maria Belén’s mesmerizing performances from the very first Tango Frostbite festivals in 2011-2013, while Sebastián, the 2010 Tango Salon champion at the Mundial de Tango, will be making his debut visit to Finland.

María Belén Giachello is an Argentine tango dancer, singer, and teacher with an impressive international reputation. Born in Argentina, she began dancing at the age of 9, first exploring Argentine folklore before immersing herself in tango. With over 30 years of experience, she is known for her passionate, creative, and joyful expression of dance.


Throughout her career, she has traveled worldwide, performing and teaching tango, and collaborating with renowned artists such as Sebastián Jimenez and Gustavo Gomez. She also performed and taught in the first 3 editions of Tango Frostbite with her long-time dance partner Diego “El Pajaro” Riemer.  Her tango style blends traditional salon and stage elements, and she emphasizes the intimate connection between partners and the music in her teaching.


In addition to dancing, Giachello is also a singer. She released her first album Destino Sur in 2004 and has continued to perform musically, often combining her love for tango music with her dance performances. She has performed with several orchestras, including Hyperion and the Tango Sonos Quartet.


Currently based in Toulouse, France, she continues to perform, teach workshops, and participate in tango festivals across Europe and beyond.



Sebastián Jiménez is a celebrated Argentine tango dancer, known for his elegance, technical precision, and artistry. He began dancing tango at the young age of 9 and quickly rose to prominence. In 2010, at just 18, he made history by becoming the youngest-ever winner of the Tango World Championship in Buenos Aires with his dance partner Maria Ines Bogado, an achievement that solidified his reputation in the tango community.


Over the years, Sebastián has partnered with several top dancers, including frequent collaboration with Maria Belen Giachello. Together, they have performed at international festivals, showcasing their mastery of tango salon style. Jiménez is known not only for his competition success but also for his teaching, traveling the world to share his passion and knowledge of tango. He has performed in festivals across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, and remains a sought-after figure in the global tango scene.


His dancing style is celebrated for its blend of modern technique with the traditional elegance of tango, making him a significant influence on new generations of dancers. He continues to perform, teach, and inspire at tango festivals worldwide, often bringing a fresh and innovative approach to classic Tango Argentino.

Performance videos of

Sebastián Jimenez & María Belén Giachello

Aix-les-Bains Tango Festival
2023
Sebastián Jimenez & María Belén Giachello 3
Tango
Aix-les-Bains Tango Festival
2022
Sebastián Jimenez & María Belén Giachello 2
Tango
La Luz, Zurich
2024
Sebastián Jimenez & María Belén Giachello 1
Tango
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