History of Tango

The Tango è a musical genre that originated in the early ‘900s. Through the most representative pieces, we will take a excursus from its origins up to our own time.
The instrument that most characterises it is the bandoneon, invented in the 19th century by the German Henrich Band, from whom it took its name. This instrument was used to replace the harmonium in church services and, due to its small size, travelled on the ships of European migrants seeking economic fortune in Argentina. But it was in the estuary of the Mar de la Plata between Buenos Aires and Montevideo that the Tango originated, in an incredible and unique cultural blend of America, Europe and Africa.
The Tango was a huge commercial success and, through the growing 78 rpm record production, spread throughout Europe and Italy during the 20-year fascist period, enriching the vast tradition of Italian songs.

Songs by Gardel, Pugliese, Piazzolla, Ziegler and Galliano.