KCUR 89.3 FM: Now a classical standard, Astor Piazzola's 'Libertango' has rebellious roots
When Astor Piazzolla received a bandoneon from his father, as a present, he was disappointed. This was an instrument for that old tango music his dad liked. And then he played it, and he was hooked.
Classic FM: Who was Astor Piazzolla? The Argentine tango composer in today’s Google Doodle
Born 100 years ago today, composer Piazzolla revolutionised the traditional tango, incorporating elements from jazz and classical music. Here’s why Google is celebrating him today. Astor Piazzolla, ...
Who was Astor Piazzolla? The Argentine tango composer in today’s Google Doodle
Julian Curwin's project uses Astor Piazzolla's intoxicating creations as a starting point, drawing in electronic elements as well as snatches of free jazz, cool jazz, and soundtrack music. Save this ...
Donald Macleod explores the life and music of the bandoneon virtuoso and composer Astor Piazzolla, through five key locations - New York, Buenos Aires, Paris, Rome and Punta del Este. Born in 1921, ...
Astor Pantaleón Piazzolla was born on in Mar del Plata, Argentina, only child of Vicente “Nonino” Piazzolla and Asunta Mainetti. In 1925, the family relocates to New York City until ...
Recorded and published in 1974 in Milan, this sultry tango marks a change in style for composer Astor Piazzolla from classical tango to nuevo tango. While you might not be familiar with the term ...
Following the passing of the renowned Argentine composer and bandoneon player, Laura Escalada Piazzolla founded the Astor Piazzolla Foundation with the mission of preserving and promoting the ...
Scroll: How the legendary musician Astor Piazzolla put a touch of Bach into tango