Composer

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Juan de Dios Filiberto

Genre

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Chamber

Average_duration

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1:59

"Mentias" is a tango composed by Juan de Dios Filiberto, a prominent Argentine composer and bandoneon player. The piece was composed in 1920 and premiered the same year in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The tango is divided into three movements, each with its own distinct characteristics. The first movement is slow and melancholic, with a mournful melody played on the bandoneon. The second movement is faster and more rhythmic, with a lively melody played on the piano and violin. The third movement returns to the slow, mournful melody of the first movement, but with added intensity and passion. The piece is characterized by its use of traditional tango instruments, including the bandoneon, piano, and violin. The bandoneon, in particular, plays a prominent role in the piece, with its mournful and expressive sound setting the tone for the entire composition. The use of syncopated rhythms and chromatic harmonies also contribute to the piece's distinctive tango sound. "Mentias" is a classic example of the Argentine tango, with its combination of passion, melancholy, and rhythmic energy. It has become a beloved and enduring piece of Argentine music, and is still performed and enjoyed by tango enthusiasts around the world.

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