The bandoneon, a type of concertina popular in Argentina and Uruguay, was named by German instrument dealer Heinrich Band and was originally intended for religious and popular music.
Composition History
Astor Piazzolla's Five Tango Sensations were described by the composer as 'a musical farewell to life' and were written after he experienced a serious illness.
Performer Biography
Miran Vaupotić, the conductor, has served as Principal Guest Conductor of the Prokofiev Russian Symphony Orchestra and Artistic Director of the Atlantic Coast Opera Festival in Philadelphia.
Historical Context
German sailors and Italian seasonal workers brought the bandoneon to Argentina in the late nineteenth century, where it was incorporated into the local music scene, especially the tango.
Performer Biography
Cesare Chiacchiaretta, the bandoneon soloist on this album, won first prize at the Città di Castelfidardo international competition in 1993 and was the only Italian representative at the World Accordion Championships in 1991.
Composer Biography
Astor Piazzolla, a prolific composer with some 750 original compositions, transformed the traditional tango into a new style called 'nuevo tango,' incorporating elements from jazz and classical music.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Piazzolla's concept of the tango evolved beyond its initial dance form to convey subtle elements of pathos, passion, longing, and sensibility.
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