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If Not For Love
In celebration of St. Valentine’s day, Ronaldo explores the many splendid and heartbreaking facets of love and romance through poems, quotes and tango lyrics. February 14, 2022 Playlist Dos Corazones [1944] Francisco Canaro – Carlos Roldan Solamente Ella [1944] Lucio Demare – Horacio Quintana Yuyo Brujo[1951] Héctor Varela – Armando
Osvaldo Pugliese
Osvaldo Pugliese left us a rich legacy of innovative music comparable to classical works while still delighting the dancing public. Special guest appearance by Carla Pugliese. </p> January 28, 2022 Playlist Recuerdo [1944] El Rodeo [1943] Farol–Roberto Chanel [1943] Corrientes y Esmeralda–Roberto Chanel [1944] La Abandoné y No Sabía–Roberto Chanel
Tango Violin
Violinist Caroline Pearsall of The London Tango Orchestra guides us through the enchanting world of tango violin. Photo Credit: Pixels December 10, 2021 Playlist El Sol Sueño–Gidon Kremer [2010] Oblivion–Antonio Agri [1994] Negracha–The London Tango Orchestra [2021] Gallo Ciego–Osvaldo Pugliese [1959] Mal de Amores–Julio De Caro [1928] Bailarias–Elvino Vardaro with
Alberto Castillo
As the singer of “100 porteño neighborhoods” and film idol, Alberto Castillo showed the world tango belonged to the everyman in the street corner and not to the fashionable elite. November 12, 2021 Playlist Asi Se baila el Tango [1942] Recuerdo –Ricardo Tanturi [1941] Pocas Palabras –Ricardo Tanturi [1941] Los
Rafael Flores Montenegro
In his book, Carlos Gardel: The Voice of The Tango, Rafael Flores Montenegro brings Gardel back alive through his keen poetic sensibility. A must read! Oct. 8 2021 Playlist Silencio [03-27-1933] Compadrón [10-06-1927] Mis Perros [1918] Leguisamo Solo [1925] La Gloria del Aguíla [ 01-14-1928] Melodía de
Tango in the time of Corona
March 18, 2020 Tango and Covid-19 Resources and Discussions What you need to know as a tango dancer about COVID-19 Susana Miller writes about real dangers of Covid-19 Jennifer Lynn Olson, a tango teacher and outdoor guiding company program manager, writes about Tango and Covid-19 Bryan Frieman, a former
Alfredo Zitarrosa
Alfredo Zitarrosa, the legendary voice representing the downtrodden of his native Uruguay, remains an enduring symbol of resistance to corrupt power. March 4, 2020 Alfredo Zitarrosa Biographical Documentary Part I Alfredo Zitarrosa Biographical Documentary Part II Alfredo Zitarrosa: Biography of a Popular Idol Alfredo Zitarrosa’s Return
Donato Racciatti
Donato Racciatti’s signature rhythmic tango style, together with strong female voices, delighted dancers on both sides of the Rio de la Plata. Feb. 19, 2020 Playlist Andate Con la Otra — Donato Racciatti–Nina MirandaMano a Mano — Donato Racciatti–Nina Miranda-Roberto LísterTu Corazón — Donato Racciatti–Nina MirandaQueriéndote — Donato Racciatti–Olga DelgrossiVeneración — Donato
Tango Migration
Bill and Ann Froud, who divide their time between the UK, the US, and Argentina, share their experiences and offer practical tips for those contemplating yearly tango migration. Feb. 5, 2020 Bill “La Pantera” & Ann Froud with Ronaldo–Milonga Nuestra, Feb. 1, 2020 Playlist Sólo Compasión —
In Search of Malena
Homero Manzi’s tango “Malena” haunts like no other, but who was Malena? Ronaldo takes you on a quest to find the woman behind the immortal tango. Jan 15, 2020 Playlist Malena — Osvaldo Pugliese Volvé- Elena Tortolero Malena & Orquesta de Luis PetrucelliTe Quiero — Héctor Gentile Orchestra with Malena de ToledoBaile
