The album was recorded at Woolsey Hall at Yale University in New Haven, CT, USA, across several dates in April and May 2010.
Critical Reception
Piazzolla's tangos faced severe criticism because they deviated from the traditional path, with some commentators even insisting they were not tango music at all.
Interpretation
This album is the first to feature Astor Piazzolla's music played by solo trombone, with Achilles Liarmakopoulos adapting the pieces for the instrument.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Piazzolla's music uniquely combines classical music and jazz influences with traditional Tango, forming a distinct meeting point of these styles.
Composer Biography
Astor Piazzolla, the composer, was given his first bandoneón, a type of button accordion, by his father at age eight, despite wanting roller skates instead.
Performer Biography
Achilles Liarmakopoulos, the trombonist on this album, is a member of the legendary Canadian Brass and has received numerous awards, including the Grand Prize at the Pasadena Showcase House Instrumental Competition.
