

(9) Parrilla concepts: form
I’m a long time student and teacher of tango guitar. This series of articles is for tango guitar students and guitarists interested in pursuing tango. Contact me for more information on lessons and workshops. If you read the first 8 articles in this series you will have been introduced (superficially at least) to all of the building blocks of tango guitar language. Now is a good time to start answering the pressing questions that come up when you’re actually in a situation wh


Osvaldo Fresedo's Fascinating Rhythm
Magic moments... Tango recordings and compositions are full of ‘magic moments.’ Original, inspired, or captivating; humorous, moving, or unforgettable. You don’t have to be a trained musician to enjoy them, and this blog breaks them down. Osvaldo Fresedo Orchestra - ‘La puñalada’ (Pintín Castellanos, Celedonio Flores) In the 1920’s tango was starting to undergo a series of innovations, becoming more lyrical, more sophisticated, with more romantic tendencies. Orchestra leaders