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Agustín Bardi was a prominent Argentine composer and pianist who played a significant role in the development of tango music. He was born on August 13, 1884, in the city of Las Flores, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina. Bardi was the son of Italian immigrants, and his father was a musician who played the violin and guitar. Bardi's father taught him to play the piano, and he began to show a talent for music at a young age. Bardi's family moved to Buenos Aires when he was a child, and he began to study music formally. He studied piano with Carlos Vicente Geroni Flores and composition with Vicente Greco, who was a prominent tango composer. Bardi was also influenced by the music of other composers, including Johann Sebastian Bach, Frédéric Chopin, and Franz Liszt. Bardi began his career as a pianist, playing in cafes and theaters in Buenos Aires. He also played in the orchestra of the Teatro Colón, which is one of the most prestigious opera houses in the world. Bardi's talent as a pianist was widely recognized, and he became known for his virtuosity and his ability to improvise. Bardi began to compose music in the early 1900s, and he quickly became one of the most important tango composers of his time. Bardi's music was characterized by its elegance and sophistication, and he was known for his ability to blend traditional tango rhythms with classical music elements. One of Bardi's most famous compositions is "El Irresistible," which he wrote in 1905. The piece is a tango-canción, which is a type of tango that features a vocal melody. "El Irresistible" became a hit in Buenos Aires, and it helped to establish Bardi as a major composer. Bardi continued to compose music throughout his career, and he wrote many other famous pieces, including "La Cumparsita," which is one of the most famous tangos of all time. Bardi wrote the music for "La Cumparsita" in 1916, and it quickly became a hit in Buenos Aires. The piece has since been recorded by many different artists and has become a symbol of Argentine tango music. Bardi also wrote music for films, including the 1935 film "Tango!" Bardi's music was an important part of the film, and it helped to popularize tango music outside of Argentina. Bardi was also a teacher, and he taught many young musicians who went on to become important tango composers and performers. Bardi's students included Aníbal Troilo, who was a famous bandoneón player and composer, and Osvaldo Pugliese, who was a pianist and composer. Bardi died on April 21, 1941, in Buenos Aires. He was only 56 years old at the time of his death, but he had already made a significant contribution to the development of tango music. Bardi's music continues to be performed and recorded today, and he is remembered as one of the most important tango composers of all time.

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