Astor Piazzolla

Astor Piazzolla (March 11, 1921 – July 4, 1992) is widely considered the most important tango composer of the latter Twentieth Century. In addition to his work as a bandoneon player, his compositions revolutionized the traditional tango with a modern style — incorporating elements from jazz and classical music in a style termed nuevo tango. He is known in his native land of Argentina as "El Gran Astor" ("The Great Astor").

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March 11 - 1921 - July 4 - 1992 - Tango - Twentieth Century - Bandoneon - Jazz - Classical music - Nuevo tango - Argentina

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