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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3:58

Tango del ángel is a composition by the Argentine composer and bandoneón player Astor Piazzolla. It was composed in 1965 and premiered in Buenos Aires the same year. The piece is part of Piazzolla's "Angel" series, which includes other tangos such as "Milonga del ángel" and "Muerte del ángel". Tango del ángel is a slow and melancholic tango, with a haunting melody that is played by the bandoneón, accompanied by a string orchestra. The piece is divided into three movements, each with its own distinct character. The first movement, marked "Lento", begins with a solo bandoneón playing a mournful melody. The strings enter gradually, adding depth and richness to the sound. The music builds to a climax before subsiding into a quiet, reflective section. The second movement, marked "Misterioso", is more rhythmic and mysterious. The bandoneón plays a syncopated melody over a pulsing rhythm in the strings. The music is full of tension and suspense, with sudden shifts in dynamics and tempo. The final movement, marked "Lento", returns to the melancholic mood of the first movement. The bandoneón plays a simple, plaintive melody, accompanied by the strings. The music gradually fades away, leaving a sense of longing and sadness. Tango del ángel is a prime example of Piazzolla's unique style, which blends traditional Argentine tango with elements of jazz and classical music. The piece is characterized by its complex harmonies, virtuosic bandoneón playing, and emotional intensity. It has become a staple of the tango repertoire and is widely regarded as one of Piazzolla's most beautiful and haunting compositions.

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