Astor Piazzolla - Le Grand Tango (Quinteto Astor Piazzolla)

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Composer: Astor Piazzolla

1. Concierto para Bandoneón: I. Allegro Marcato
2. Concierto para Bandoneón: II. Moderato
3. Concierto para Bandoneón: III. Presto
4. Luna
5. Oblivion
6. Zita
7. Le Grand Tango
8. Finale

Quinteto Astor Piazzolla

    Pablo Mainetti, bandoneon

    Matías Feigin, piano

    Serdar Geldymuradov, violin

    Armando de La Vega, guitar

    Cristian Basto, double bass

Date: 2026

Label: E54 Music

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Le Grand Tango by Quinteto Astor Piazzolla presents a contemporary interpretation of the iconic work by Astor Piazzolla, originally written in 1982 for cello and piano. The recording highlights Piazzolla’s innovative fusion of classical forms with the rhythmic and expressive language of tango, a style he pioneered as Tango Nuevo. Through its performance, the ensemble continues its mission of preserving and revitalizing his musical legacy for modern audiences. The album captures both the intensity and sophistication of Piazzolla’s late style, offering a fresh and energetic perspective on his distinctive sound world while reaffirming his enduring influence on contemporary concert music.

Quinteto Astor Piazzolla is an internationally acclaimed chamber ensemble dedicated to preserving and reinterpreting the legacy of Astor Piazzolla, the creator of Tango Nuevo. For more than twenty-five years, the Quintet has toured extensively across the Americas, Europe, Asia, and Australia, earning critical acclaim and multiple distinctions, including Latin Grammy Awards for Best Tango Album in 2019 and 2023. The ensemble consists of five virtuoso musicians—bandoneon, piano, violin, guitar, and double bass—under the direction of Julián Vat. Continuing Piazzolla’s innovative vision, they reinterpret both well-known and lesser-performed works, blending classical sophistication with the rhythmic intensity of tango. Through recordings and international performances, the Quintet bridges tradition and modernity, keeping Piazzolla’s artistic universe vibrant and relevant for contemporary audiences.

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