Two Argentinian Dances and La Noche Confusa were specially commissioned and written for the Triunfal Quintet for this album.
Composer Biography
Astor Piazzolla, a composer known for Tango Nuevo, initially wanted to abandon his musical traditions to pursue classical composition training in Paris.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded at MotorMusic Studios in Belgium from October 27th to 29th, 2022, and is a high-resolution audio recording.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Nadia Boulanger, Piazzolla's teacher in Paris, recognized that his talent lay precisely in the tango traditions he wished to leave behind.
Critical Reception
Astor Piazzolla's Tango Nuevo was initially dismissed as 'experimental' by traditional tango circles because it was not suitable for dancing.
Instruments
In Ben Faes's composition La Noche Confusa, the electric guitar is given a central role, departing from its usual supportive position in tango repertoire.
Compositional Technique
Piazzolla's unique style, later termed Tango Nuevo, blends influences from tango, jazz, and classical music.
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