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Astor Piazzolla (1921-1992)
Donald Macloed explores the life and music of Argentinian composer and bandoneon player Astor Piazzolla. Although he is best-known for his tango music, he also worked with classical and jazz styles
First Broadcast6 Apr 2009
Latest Broadcast10 Apr 2009
Episodes5
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Episodes
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Composer of the Week
Donald Macleod explores Piazzolla's early life, focusing on his discovery of the bandoneon
Apr 2009
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Composer of the Week
Donald Macleod evaluates the impact on his career of Piazzolla's studies in Paris.
Apr 2009
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Composer of the Week
Donald Macleod surveys Piazzolla's intensely creative period during the 1960s.
Apr 2009
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Composer of the Week
Donald Macleod follows Astor Piazzolla's musical interests in the 1970s.
Apr 2009
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Composer of the Week
Donald Macleod gets to grips with the complex character of Astor Piazzolla.
Apr 2009