Noche de Tango

Roberto Alvarez

By Charles Olivier

Published March 20, 2023 at 4:18 PM CDT

On tonight's show, we will explore the life and career of the bandoneonista Roberto Alvarez, who passed away on March 5th 2023.. My name is Charles Olivier, your host, and let's dive into Noche de Tango.

Tanda 1

Gallo Ciego
Malandraca
Pata Ancha
Ilusion de Mi Vida
Bordoneo y 900
Locura Tanguera

Tanda 2

Festejando
Nonino
Negracha
La Cachila
El Andariego

Tanda 3

Zum
La Panyanca
Tremolina
Morena
Nostalgico
La Yumba

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Charles Olivier

Charles Olivier is currently director of the Texas Tech University Tango Orchestra and the co-director of the Lubbock ISD All-District Tango Orchestra, whose purpose is to educate high school students about tango music, culture, and performance. Charles’ extensive work with the group was recognized by Texas Tech University with the President’s Excellence in Diversity and Equity Award. As a performer, he is a founding member of Tango Llaneros. Charles has attended the Reed College Tango Institute, Cuarteto Tanguero Summer Workshop, and has been a key speaker about tango for the Osher Life Long Learning Institute. Charles attended Texas Tech University where he graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education, a Certificate of World Music in Tango Performance, and recently a Master's in Ethnomusicology.

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