Cool! Introducing classic masterpieces of Argentine tango
Argentine tango, the musical style that represents Argentina.
Although Argentine tango is widely known as a genre, it isn’t actually a clearly defined one.
Originally, it was more of a form, without a strict genre definition.
However, its wistful, melancholic melodies grew popular, and recognition of it as a genre spread to what we know today.
Here, we’ve gathered famous pieces of Argentine tango.
We’ve also selected contemporary Argentine tango, so please enjoy to the end!
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[Cool and Classy!] Introducing Classic Argentine Tango Masterpieces (1–10)
Pa’ BailarJulieta Venegas y Bajo fondo
There’s a genre of tango known as neo-tango.
Essentially, it’s tango with a modern twist, though there are also forms of neo-tango that clearly extend from Argentine tango.
One example is “Pa’ Bailar,” a piece by the Argentine tango band Bajofondo featuring the Japanese musician Ryota Komatsu.
It’s a sophisticated track in which the grit and melancholy of Argentine tango subtly shine through its contemporary freshness.
Toda Mi VidaAníbal Troilo
Suddenly, but do you know about the Golden Age of Argentine tango? Argentine tango is a genre with devoted fans around the world, and it has always been especially popular in Spanish-speaking regions.
However, the popularity it enjoyed in the 1930s was on a whole different level compared to today, with numerous classic songs becoming hits.
One of those classics is “Toda Mi Vida.” With its quintessential sound, it’s perfect for anyone who wants to savor orthodox, old-school Argentine tango.
CaminitoClassical Tango Band
When people think of Argentine tango, many probably imagine heavy, austere melodies.
That style is indeed one of Argentine tango’s greatest attractions.
However, there are pieces that don’t fit that mold.
One such example is “Caminito.” While preserving the allure of Argentine tango, it’s arranged with an overall romantic melody.
In the middle section, a light and brilliant melody appears as well, making it a lovely choice for something like an early evening tea time.
Yira YiraEnrique Santos Discepolo
The Argentine tango composer Enrique Santos Discépolo is actually a composer who has a strong connection to Japan.
His famous song “Yira Yira” was covered by the Japanese singer Ranko Fujisawa.
Not only was it covered, but she even performed it on the NHK Kōhaku Uta Gassen.
So depending on your generation, you might have heard this song before.
It’s a particularly catchy and accessible piece within Argentine tango, so beginners should definitely check it out.
El ChocloAngel Villoldo
Argentine tango tends to be seen as having a long history, but that’s not quite the case.
Tango is said to have emerged in the 1880s, and Ángel Villoldo, who composed “El Choclo,” is known as one of its pioneers.
As an early work of Argentine tango, this piece follows a classic, quintessential melody.
It’s extremely famous, so many people may have heard it somewhere before.
If you enjoy rich, flamboyant melodies, this is a must-listen.