Composer

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Astor Piazzolla

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Tango

Compose Date

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1957

Average_duration

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3:49

"Lo que vendrá" is a tango composition by the Argentine composer and bandoneon player Astor Piazzolla. It was composed in 1960 and premiered in Buenos Aires the same year. The piece is divided into three movements, each with its own distinct characteristics. The first movement, "Fuga y misterio" (Fugue and Mystery), begins with a haunting melody played by the bandoneon. This is followed by a fugue, in which the melody is passed between different instruments in a complex and intricate manner. The movement ends with a return to the original melody, played by the bandoneon. The second movement, "Scherzo" (Joke), is a lively and playful piece, with a fast tempo and a syncopated rhythm. The melody is passed between different instruments, including the bandoneon, violin, and piano. The movement ends with a sudden stop, as if the joke has come to an abrupt end. The third movement, "Tango del diablo" (Tango of the Devil), is a dark and intense piece, with a slow tempo and a brooding atmosphere. The melody is played by the bandoneon, accompanied by the piano and violin. The movement builds to a climax, with the bandoneon playing a virtuosic solo before the piece ends with a final, ominous chord. "Lo que vendrá" is characteristic of Piazzolla's style, which combines traditional Argentine tango with elements of jazz and classical music. The piece is notable for its complex harmonies, intricate rhythms, and virtuosic solos. It is considered one of Piazzolla's most important works, and has been performed and recorded by many musicians around the world.

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