Tango Music Reading about 'The Big Four' by Mariano Laplume + Salon

Reading for tango students about 4 great orchestras played on the dance floor. Why the orchestras of Juan d'Arienzo, Osvaldo Pugliese, Anibal Troilo and Carlos di Sarli, were, and still are 'The Big Four' -most important orquestras in tango. In this seminar we will explore some personal, aesthetic, musical and historical aspects that made them part of this select group. Mariano will explain and identify fundamental musical and expressive elements that are used to create their unique and specific style. With plenty of examples to illustrate their distinctive sound and some hints of how to apply this in your dance. You will also learn about the history of these musical companies and their historical context. After the reading you will be able to recognise the fundamental aspects of the fascinating 'Big Four'. A must-do for everyone joining the dancefloor! Mariano is a professional tango musician and dancer. Prior to being a tango dancer and teacher, he had a very exciting and successful career as a musician. He played in the Academic Orchestra of Teatro Colon of Buenos Aires, Orchestra Tipica Imperial, The Orchestra of Tango Styles of the National Academy of Tango, and as the energetic and well known violinist of the internationally renowned and much loved Sexteto Milonguero. The reading/workshop is in English. You don't need to have experience as a musician. Advised for social Tango dancers and Tango students. Reservation (per person) via Whatsapp or [email protected] Day & time: Sunday March 9, 14.00 - 15.30 pm. Doors open: 13.30. No entrance after 14.15 pm. Costs reading: 15,- per person. Paid in cash on the day. Salon/Social: 15.30 - 19.00 pm. Salon entrance (seperate): 7,- Location: Cuartito Azul TangoStudio Schoterbosstraat 17 3032 CN Rotterdam www.cuartitoazul.nl