Noche de Tango

Carlos Gardel | Noche de Tango

By Charles Olivier

Published January 6, 2024 at 8:00 AM CST

In this episode we will explore the life and music of one of tango history’s most important singers, Carlos Gardel.

Tanda 1

Guitarria Mia
Milonga Sentimental
Volver
Por Una Cabeza

Tanda 2

Soledad
Cuesta Abajo
Lejana Tierra Mia
Arrabal Amagro

Tanda 3

Chorra
Pobre Mi Gaucha
Traicionera
Palomita Blanca

Tanda 4

Cheating Muchachita
Mi Buenos Aires Querido
La Cumparsita
Sus Ojos se Cerraron

Tanda 5

El Dia de Mi Quieres
Adios Muchachos

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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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