Role

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Composer

Country

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Argentina

Birth

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February 2, 1892 in Barracas, Argentina

Death

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September 29, 1924 in Paris, France

 

Eduardo Arolas was a prominent Argentine composer and bandoneon player who played a significant role in the development of tango music during the early 20th century. Born on February 24, 1892, in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Arolas grew up in a family of musicians. His father, also a bandoneon player, introduced him to the instrument at a young age, and he quickly developed a passion for music. Arolas began his career as a musician in the early 1900s, playing in various tango orchestras in Buenos Aires. He quickly gained a reputation as a talented bandoneon player and composer, and his music became popular among tango enthusiasts in Argentina and beyond. One of Arolas' most significant contributions to tango music was his development of the tango canyengue style. This style, which was characterized by a slower tempo and a more relaxed, sensual rhythm, was a departure from the faster, more energetic tango styles that were popular at the time. Arolas' tango canyengue compositions, such as "El Marne" and "La Cachila," became instant classics and helped to establish him as one of the most important tango composers of his time. In addition to his work as a composer, Arolas was also a skilled bandoneon player. He was known for his virtuosic playing style, which combined technical precision with emotional depth. Arolas' bandoneon playing was a major influence on other tango musicians of his time, and his innovative approach to the instrument helped to shape the sound of tango music for generations to come. Despite his success as a musician, Arolas' life was not without its challenges. He struggled with alcoholism throughout much of his career, and his personal life was marked by a series of tumultuous relationships. Nevertheless, he continued to compose and perform music until his untimely death in 1924 at the age of 32. Today, Arolas is remembered as one of the most important figures in the history of tango music. His compositions, which include classics such as "El Marne," "La Cachila," and "El Entrerriano," continue to be performed and recorded by tango musicians around the world. His innovative approach to the bandoneon and his contributions to the development of tango canyengue have had a lasting impact on the genre, and his legacy as a composer and musician remains an important part of Argentine cultural history.

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