Fracanapa astor piazzolla biography
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Fracanapa astor piazzolla biography
Astor Piazzolla
| Outstanding Argentine musician and composer of the second half of the twentieth century Date of Birth: 11.03.1921 Country: Argentina |
Content:
- Astor Piazzolla: Biography
- A Musical Innovator
- Early Career and Solo Success
- The Nuevo Tango
- Legacy and Collaborations
- Discography
Astor Piazzolla: Biography
Astor Piazzolla, born on January 30, 1921, in Mar del Plata, Argentina, was an outstanding musician and composer of the second half of the twentieth century.
Often referred to as the creator of the "nuevo tango" style, Piazzolla was an Argentine dreamer who bravely endured the anger of many of his compatriots for interpreting their national dance into his own musical fantasies.
A Musical Innovator
Piazzolla was a soulful and skillful performer on the bandoneon, a type of accordion, and became one of the leading composers in the world.
In addition to his own group, he collaborated with jazz and classical musicians. Piazzolla's innovative choice