Noche de Tango

Ernesto Franco

By Charles Olivier

Published October 30, 2023 at 7:00 AM CDT

On tonight's show, we will explore tandas from the works of composer and bandoneonista Ernesto Franco. Let's dive into Noche de Tango.

Tanda 1 - Ernesto Franco, Timeless Tango (1996)

Loca
El Internado
La Tablada
Y Todavia Te Quiero
La Cumparsita

Tanda 2 - Franco with Alfredo de Aneglis

Pobre Flor
Del Pasado
Pastora
Pavadita
Mi Dolor

Tanda 3 - Ernesto Franco

Gricel
A Media Luz
Remembranza
El Internado
La Tablada

Tanda 4 - Franco with Juan D'Arienzo

Re Fa Si
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Noche de Tango

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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