Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Astor Piazzolla with "Primavera porteña," a captivating collection of 34 tracks that celebrate the genius of this Argentine composer and bandoneón player. Released on April 22, 2025, via Warner Classics, this album spans over three hours, offering a rich tapestry of Piazzolla's iconic tango compositions, expertly arranged and performed by a stellar ensemble of musicians.
The album features a diverse range of works, from the hauntingly beautiful "Oblivion" to the energetic "Libertango," showcasing Piazzolla's unique blend of classical and tango influences. Highlights include the evocative "Estaciones porteñas," a quartet of pieces that capture the essence of each season in Buenos Aires, and the dramatic "Concierto del Ángel," a concerto that explores themes of life, death, and redemption.
"Primavera porteña" is a testament to Piazzolla's enduring legacy, featuring performances by renowned artists such as Gidon Kremer and Kremerata Baltica, as well as live recordings from the Chan Centre for the Performing Arts in Vancouver. The album's diverse arrangements, ranging from string quartets to piano trios and orchestral works, offer a fresh perspective on Piazzolla's music, making it an essential addition to any tango enthusiast's collection.
Whether you're a longtime fan of Astor Piazzolla or a newcomer to his music, "Primavera porteña" is sure to captivate and inspire. With its stunning performances and expertly curated tracklist, this album is a true celebration of one of the 20th century's most innovative and influential composers.
Piazzolla: Libertango (Arr. Yamamoto for Piano 4-Hands)Astor Piazzolla, Beatrice Rana, Alexandre Tharaud
Piazzolla: Concierto del Ángel: I. Introducción al Ángel (Arr. Runge & Ammon for String Quartet)Astor Piazzolla, Artemis Quartet
Piazzolla / Orch. Gupta: Concierto del Ángel: III. La muerte del ÁngelAstor Piazzolla, Gidon Kremer, Kremerata Baltica, Alois Posch, Per Arne Glorvigen, Vadim Sakharov, Rolf Gupta
Piazzolla / Transcr. Desyatnikov: Tango Ballet: II. La calleAstor Piazzolla, Gidon Kremer, Kremerata Baltica
Piazzolla: Estaciones porteñas: No. 4, Primavera porteña (Arr. Runge & Ammon for Piano Trio)Astor Piazzolla, Jacques Ammon, Eckart Runge, Natalia Prischepenko
Piazzolla / Orch. Desyatnikov: María de Buenos Aires, Scene 3: "Yo soy María" (María)Astor Piazzolla, Gidon Kremer, Julia Zenko, Kremerata Musica
Piazzolla: OblivionAstor Piazzolla, Julian Lloyd Webber, John Lenehan
Piazzolla / Arr. Voirpy: Histoire du tango: I. Bordel 1900Astor Piazzolla, Adelphi Saxophone Quartet
Piazzolla: Los pájaros perdidosAstor Piazzolla, Christina Pluhar, L'Arpeggiata, Philippe Jaroussky
Piazzolla: Histoire du tango: I. Bordel 1900Astor Piazzolla, Emmanuel Pahud, Christian Rivet
Piazzolla / Orch. Milone: EscualoAstor Piazzolla, Alison Balsom, Edward Gardner, Göteborgs Symfoniker
Piazzolla: Libertango (Arr. Milone for Trumpet and Orchestra)Astor Piazzolla, Alison Balsom, Edward Gardner, Göteborg Symfoniker
Piazzolla: LibertangoAstor Piazzolla, Quatuor Ébène, Richard Héry
Piazzolla / Arr. Voirpy: Histoire du tango: II. Café 1930Astor Piazzolla, Adelphi Saxophone Quartet
Piazzolla / Transcr. Bragato: 3 Piezas breves para orquesta de cámara: No. 1, PreludioAstor Piazzolla, Gidon Kremer, Kremerata Baltica, Marta Sudraba, Vadim Sakharov
Piazzolla: Histoire du tango: II. Café 1930Astor Piazzolla, Alison Balsom, Miloš Karadaglić
Piazzolla / Orch. Gupta: Concierto del Ángel: II. Milonga del ÁngelAstor Piazzolla, Gidon Kremer, Kremerata Baltica, Alois Posch, Per Arne Glorvigen, Vadim Sakharov, Rolf Gupta
Piazzolla: Concierto para quinteto (Arr. Runge & Ammon for Piano Quintet)Astor Piazzolla, Artemis Quartet, Jacques Ammon
Piazzolla: Le Grand TangoAstor Piazzolla, Gautier Capuçon, Jerome Ducros
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