Noche de Tango

The King of Tango

By Charles Olivier

Published April 8, 2023 at 7:00 AM CDT

On tonight's show, we will explore tandas from the king of tango, Carlos Gardel, and various artists and poets that have been influenced by his music. My name is Charles Olivier, your host, and let's dive into Noche de Tango.

Tanda 1 - Carlos Gardel

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Guitarra Mia
El Dia de Mi Quieres

Tanda 2 - Horacio Salgan with Horacio Ferrer

En El Barrio del Abasto
El Mago do Buenos Aires
Carta al Rio de la Plata
Desde el Azul del Cielo

Tanda 3 - Horacio Ferrer

En Una Iglesia de Medellin
Anunciacion de Gardel
El Dia de Santa Guitarrita
En Un Circo Criollo

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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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