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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1972

Average_duration

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11:58

"Tristezas de un doble A" is a tango composition by the Argentine composer and bandoneon player Astor Piazzolla. The piece was composed in 1957 and premiered in Buenos Aires the same year. It is a part of Piazzolla's Nuevo Tango style, which blends traditional tango with elements of jazz and classical music. The composition consists of three movements, each with its own distinct character. The first movement, marked "Lento," is a melancholic and introspective piece that features a slow, mournful melody played by the bandoneon. The second movement, marked "Allegro," is a more upbeat and rhythmic section that features a lively melody played by the bandoneon and accompanied by the piano and bass. The third movement, marked "Lento," returns to the melancholic mood of the first movement, with a slow and mournful melody played by the bandoneon. The title of the piece, "Tristezas de un doble A," translates to "Sorrows of a Double A." The "Double A" refers to the Argentine Automobile Association, which was responsible for organizing car races in Argentina. Piazzolla was a fan of car racing and often attended races, and it is said that the piece was inspired by the sadness he felt when a driver he admired was killed in a race. The composition is notable for its use of dissonance and unconventional harmonies, which were not typical of traditional tango music. Piazzolla's Nuevo Tango style was controversial at the time, as it challenged the traditional conventions of tango music and was seen by some as a departure from the genre's roots. However, the style has since become widely recognized and celebrated, and Piazzolla is now considered one of the most important figures in the history of tango music. "Tristezas de un doble A" is a powerful and emotional piece that showcases Piazzolla's unique style and his ability to blend different musical genres into a cohesive and compelling whole. Its haunting melodies and unconventional harmonies make it a standout piece in the tango repertoire, and it continues to be performed and admired by musicians and audiences around the world.

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