Composer

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Astor Piazzolla

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Chamber Music

Compose Date

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1969

Average_duration

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5:08

"Revolucionario" is a tango composition by the Argentine composer and bandoneon player Astor Piazzolla. It was composed in 1971 and premiered in Buenos Aires the same year. The piece is part of Piazzolla's "Nuevo Tango" style, which incorporates elements of jazz and classical music into traditional Argentine tango. "Revolucionario" is divided into three movements. The first movement, "Allegro marcato," is characterized by its driving rhythm and syncopated melody. The second movement, "Lento," is a slower, more contemplative section that features a lyrical melody played by the bandoneon. The final movement, "Allegro," returns to the energetic rhythm of the first movement, with a virtuosic solo section for the bandoneon. The piece is notable for its use of dissonant harmonies and unconventional rhythms, which give it a modern, avant-garde feel. Piazzolla's use of the bandoneon, a traditional Argentine instrument similar to an accordion, is also a defining characteristic of the piece. The instrument's unique sound and expressive capabilities are showcased throughout the composition. "Revolucionario" is a testament to Piazzolla's innovative approach to tango music. By incorporating elements of jazz and classical music, he created a new style of tango that was both traditional and modern. The piece remains a popular and influential work in the tango repertoire.

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