Astor Piazzolla

Astor Piazzolla stands as a cornerstone in the history of tango. In Argentina and around the globe, countless musicians have approached tango inspired by their admiration for Piazzolla. He defies the traditional 'tanguero' label; his rich inspiration spans not only classical music but also jazz, shaping a truly universal sound.

Occasionally criticized in his time for "betraying tango", Piazzolla is now universally recognized as one of the greatest musicians of the 20th century and a genius who breathed new life into the essence of tango.