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Astor Piazzolla Adios Nonino

Posted on July 29, 2010 by Chris

Astor Piazzolla was the head of the Tango Nuevo movement during the time that he was writing Adios Nonino in 1959. Piazzolla was entirely of Italian decent, with two very Italian parents. His daughter gave them traditional Italian names for … Continue reading →

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Astor Piazzolla Oblivion

Posted on July 22, 2010 by Chris

Astor Piazzolla’s Oblivion was composed in 1982 as a chamber ensemble. This piece was one of Astor Piazzolla’s most famous Tangos, and it became mostly popular when it was released on the soundtrack of Marco Bellochio’s film Henry IV, the … Continue reading →

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Astor Piazzolla Libertango

Posted on July 17, 2010 by Chris

Astor Piazzolla may be most famous for moving the Tango from the dance floor to the stage. He stretched the classical harmonies and counterpoints and blended it into contemporary life and related it to modern dance. Astor Piazzolla’s Libertango was … Continue reading →

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Astor Piazzolla Milonga del angel

Posted on July 13, 2010 by Chris

Astor Piazzolla’s Milonga del angel is a track that is adored by many. Astor Piazzolla named this song after the title of his 1993 album which carries the same title. The Milonga is a type of music that immediately precedes … Continue reading →

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Astor Piazzolla Biography

Posted on June 29, 2010 by Chris

Living in Argentina, Vicente Nonino Piazzolla and Asuta Manetti (both of Italian descent) welcomed their son Astor Piazzolla into this world in the year of 1921. While he was born in Argentina, Astor spent most of his early years of life in New … Continue reading →

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