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Tango Café International

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The podcast on the history of tango with many fascinating curiosities told like a thriller to help you discover this wonderful dance and its music.

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S1 · E54
Yesterday · 18 min
The golden age of tango
The choreographic evolution that occurred between the 1930s and 1940s highlights how internal migration to Buenos Aires and the expansion of infrastructure fostered the birth of the golden age. It explains that tango is a dance intrinsically susceptible to change due to its improvisational nature, allowing the working classes to innovate without the formal constraints of high society. The book describes the differentiation of regional styles, such as that of Villa Urquiza, characterized by elegance and long steps, and that of the center, more compact due to the limited space in cabarets. Through anecdotes about legendary figures such as Pibe Palermo and Orlando Paiva, the book illustrates the transition from a figure and "court" dance to a more technical and refined style. Finally, it critically reflects on the loss of personal identity in contemporary dance, contrasting the originality of the old milongueros with the competitive standardization of today's world championships. Follow us: YouTube Podcast INTERNATIONAL: @TangoCafe_international YouTube Podcast ITALIA: @tangocafeacademy For more in-depth content, you can also find us here: Spotify INTERNATIONAL: https://open.spotify.com/show/7230BsHYyVMusjFyFkk3Gc Spotify ITALIA: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJS1r9xLVBJ9X8nnYZLka Apple Podcast INTERNATIONAL: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café-international/id1888148821 Apple Podcast ITALIA: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café/id1888191091
S1 · E53
Tuesday · 23 min
When Tango left the dance floor
The evolution and avant-garde movements that emerged after 1955. Astor Piazzolla's role as a figure who definitively broke with the traditional orchestra is analyzed, comparing his vision with that of masters such as Horacio Salgán and Mariano Mores, who renewed the genre while remaining anchored to traditional canons. The book also examines the influence of key arrangers and the contribution of historic orchestras such as those of Troilo and Pugliese, who adapted to the new sounds of the period. Follow us: YouTube Podcast INTERNATIONAL: @TangoCafe_international YouTube Podcast ITALIA: @tangocafeacademy For more in-depth content, you can also find us here: Spotify INTERNATIONAL: https://open.spotify.com/show/7230BsHYyVMusjFyFkk3Gc Spotify ITALIA: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJS1r9xLVBJ9X8nnYZLka Apple Podcast INTERNATIONAL: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café-international/id1888148821 Apple Podcast ITALIA: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café/id1888191091
S1 · E52
October 14 · 19 min
Eduardo Rovira and the Avant-garde of Modern Tango
Eduardo Rovira, a composer and bandoneonist often overshadowed by the fame of Astor Piazzolla, introduced avant-garde innovations to tango, using unusual instruments such as the oboe and adopting writing techniques typical of European classical music. Follow us: YouTube Podcast INTERNATIONAL: @TangoCafe_international YouTube Podcast ITALIA: @tangocafeacademy For more in-depth content, you can also find us here: Spotify INTERNATIONAL: https://open.spotify.com/show/7230BsHYyVMusjFyFkk3Gc Spotify ITALIA: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJS1r9xLVBJ9X8nnYZLka Apple Podcast INTERNATIONAL: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café-international/id1888148821 Apple Podcast ITALIA: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café/id1888191091
S1 · E59
October 13 · 20 min
The true Birth of Recorded Tango
The musical evolution of key figures such as Aníbal Troilo, Osvaldo Pugliese, and Horacio Salgán is examined, highlighting how singers moved from marginal roles to the protagonists of celebrated artistic duos. The analysis delves into technical innovations such as double articulation and the influences of jazz, also explaining the impact of linguistic censorship on the poetic texts of the time. Finally, the discussion addresses the economic decline of large ensembles, which led to the emergence of smaller groups and a shift in the genre toward concert performance. Through a comparison of different versions of classical pieces, the author illustrates how tango balanced its dance tradition with a constant quest for polyphonic refinement. Follow us: YouTube Podcast INTERNATIONAL: @TangoCafe_international YouTube Podcast ITALIA: @tangocafeacademy For more in-depth content, you can also find us here: Spotify INTERNATIONAL: https://open.spotify.com/show/7230BsHYyVMusjFyFkk3Gc Spotify ITALIA: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJS1r9xLVBJ9X8nnYZLka Apple Podcast INTERNATIONAL: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café-international/id1888148821 Apple Podcast ITALIA: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café/id1888191091
S1 · E58
October 9 · 19 min
Volloldo mystery of tango
A detailed analysis of the life and vast artistic output of Ángel Villoldo, a central figure in the birth of tango and variety theater between the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book explores Villoldo's diverse facets, describing him not only as a composer and musician, but also as a lyricist, film actor, and copyright advocate. Through the study of famous texts such as "El Choclo" and "El Porteñito," it clarifies how his works incorporated influences from gauchesca poetry, Spanish cuplé, and the urban culture of the compadritos. Follow us: YouTube Podcast INTERNATIONAL: @TangoCafe_international YouTube Podcast ITALIA: @tangocafeacademy For more in-depth content, you can also find us here: Spotify INTERNATIONAL: https://open.spotify.com/show/7230BsHYyVMusjFyFkk3Gc Spotify ITALIA: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJS1r9xLVBJ9X8nnYZLka Apple Podcast INTERNATIONAL: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café-international/id1888148821 Apple Podcast ITALIA: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café/id1888191091
S1 · E57
October 6 · 20 min
What really killed Tango's Golden age
The historical and geopolitical causes that led to the decline of tango as a dominant genre in Argentina after 1955. It is argued that the crisis was not merely musical, but stemmed from a complex intersection between the Cold War and local socioeconomic changes. The rise of American consumerism and Russian cultural propaganda fostered the emergence of a new youth identity that rejected parental traditions in favor of rock and roll and foreign aesthetics. Domestically, the political instability of the Perón regimes and the subsequent "Revolución Libertadora" generated censorship and economic crisis, drastically reducing resources for national artistic production. At the same time, the emergence of folklore and television further fragmented the cultural market, bringing the so-called golden age to an end. Tango, remaining tied to a formal and adult aesthetic, failed to capture the new generations' need for rebellion and socialization. Follow us: YouTube Podcast INTERNATIONAL: @TangoCafe_international YouTube Podcast ITALIA: @tangocafeacademy For more in-depth content, you can also find us here: Spotify INTERNATIONAL: https://open.spotify.com/show/7230BsHYyVMusjFyFkk3Gc Spotify ITALIA: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJS1r9xLVBJ9X8nnYZLka Apple Podcast INTERNATIONAL: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café-international/id1888148821 Apple Podcast ITALIA: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café/id1888191091
S1 · E56
October 3 · 20 min
From the Bandoneon to Gardel's Voice
The crucial transition from primitive tango, characterized by a playful and picaresque spirit typical of figures like Ángel Villoldo and Gobi, to the more dramatic tango canción pioneered by Carlos Gardel, is examined. Experts also delve into the tradition of the payadores and the fundamental role of the bandoneon in defining the genre's melancholic sound. Finally, the dialogue explores the sociological dimension of the milonga, reflecting on the danceability of certain songs and the commercial dynamics that influence the musical choices of modern DJs. Follow us: YouTube Podcast INTERNATIONAL: @TangoCafe_international YouTube Podcast ITALIA: @tangocafeacademy For more in-depth content, you can also find us here: Spotify INTERNATIONAL: https://open.spotify.com/show/7230BsHYyVMusjFyFkk3Gc Spotify ITALIA: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJS1r9xLVBJ9X8nnYZLka Apple Podcast INTERNATIONAL: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café-international/id1888148821 Apple Podcast ITALIA: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café/id1888191091
S1 · E49
September 30 · 19 min
The Hug that Regenerates Soul and Relationships
The personal story of a woman who, after a very difficult time in her life, found profound emotional healing through dance. Specifically, it explores how Argentine Tango goes far beyond simple technique or dance steps: it is described as a conversation between two hearts, an exchange of energy, and an embrace that gives the feeling of "coming home." Follow us: YouTube Podcast INTERNATIONAL: @TangoCafe_international YouTube Podcast ITALIA: @tangocafeacademy For more in-depth content, you can also find us here: Spotify INTERNATIONAL: https://open.spotify.com/show/7230BsHYyVMusjFyFkk3Gc Spotify ITALIA: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJS1r9xLVBJ9X8nnYZLka Apple Podcast INTERNATIONAL: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café-international/id1888148821 Apple Podcast ITALIA: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café/id1888191091
S1 · E48
September 25 · 19 min
How high society saved tango
The evolution of tango, tracing its path from a marginal dance of the slums to a global phenomenon and a cornerstone of Argentine identity. The narrative explores how its success in European capitals, driven by Parisian fashion, allowed the genre to overcome the prejudices of the local aristocracy and transform into an institutionalized cultural product. The transition to tango-canción and the birth of cabaret, places that favored the professionalization of legendary musicians like Carlos Gardel, are emphasized. The impact of the economic crisis of the 1930s and the subsequent industrial resurgence of the 1940s, when the dance became a mass expression linked to Peronism, are also examined. Finally, the crucial role of cinema and radio in mythologizing the periphery and solidifying the tango aesthetic in the global collective imagination, is highlighted. Follow us: YouTube Podcast INTERNATIONAL: @TangoCafe_international YouTube Podcast ITALIA: @tangocafeacademy For more in-depth content, you can also find us here: Spotify INTERNATIONAL: https://open.spotify.com/show/7230BsHYyVMusjFyFkk3Gc Spotify ITALIA: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJS1r9xLVBJ9X8nnYZLka Apple Podcast INTERNATIONAL: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café-international/id1888148821 Apple Podcast ITALIA: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café/id1888191091
S1 · E47
September 20 · 17 min
Why men taught each other Tango
The essential rules of conduct for proper participation in a milonga, distinguishing between general duties and the specific responsibilities of those leading or following the dance. Great importance is given to mutual respect, hygiene, and the efficient management of the dance floor to ensure the safety of all dancers. It also clarifies that the milonga is a place for socializing and dancing, not for teaching, where beginners must always be welcomed with kindness. The historical origins of tango danced by men are explored, explaining how this practice arose from the scarcity of women and the social restrictions of the time. Follow us: YouTube Podcast INTERNATIONAL: @TangoCafe_international YouTube Podcast ITALIA: @tangocafeacademy For more in-depth content, you can also find us here: Spotify INTERNATIONAL: https://open.spotify.com/show/7230BsHYyVMusjFyFkk3Gc Spotify ITALIA: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJS1r9xLVBJ9X8nnYZLka Apple Podcast INTERNATIONAL: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café-international/id1888148821 Apple Podcast ITALIA: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café/id1888191091
S1 · E46
September 15 · 19 min
Cerebral Synchrony: Neuroscience in Tango
A neuroscience experiment called "NeuroTango", analyzed brain synchronization between partners during dance. Using EEG devices, the study monitored how the dancers' brainwaves tended to align, thanks to the deep physical and mental connection required by Argentine tango. The results indicate that shared movement in space generates superior neural attunement compared to simply mentally imagining the steps or passively listening to the music. Follow us: YouTube Podcast INTERNATIONAL: @TangoCafe_international YouTube Podcast ITALIA: @tangocafeacademy For more in-depth content, you can also find us here: Spotify INTERNATIONAL: https://open.spotify.com/show/7230BsHYyVMusjFyFkk3Gc Spotify ITALIA: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJS1r9xLVBJ9X8nnYZLka Apple Podcast INTERNATIONAL: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café-international/id1888148821 Apple Podcast ITALIA: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café/id1888191091
S1 · E45
September 10 · 15 min
Italians and Tango: The True Story
We examine the crucial role of Italian immigration in the birth and evolution of tango within Argentine society. The author describes Argentina as a melting pot where music served as a powerful tool for cultural integration for masses of foreigners. Through demographic data and sociological analysis, she highlights how Italian influence shaped not only musical composition but also the popular language known as lunfardo. Tango thus emerges as a complex multicultural experience that filled the identity gaps of a rapidly transforming nation. Follow us: YouTube Podcast INTERNATIONAL: @TangoCafe_international YouTube Podcast ITALIA: @tangocafeacademy For more in-depth content, you can also find us here: Spotify INTERNATIONAL: https://open.spotify.com/show/7230BsHYyVMusjFyFkk3Gc Spotify ITALIA: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJS1r9xLVBJ9X8nnYZLka Apple Podcast INTERNATIONAL: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café-international/id1888148821 Apple Podcast ITALIA: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café/id1888191091
S1 · E44
September 5 · 10 min
Gardel: Roots, Evolution, and Myths of Tango
The singer's artistic evolution and his transition from the Criollo repertoire and the influences of the payadores to the creation of tango song. The extensive existing bibliography is examined, as well as the importance of collecting in correcting historical errors and discovering new, unpublished documents. Gardel's vocal technique, influenced by Italian bel canto, and his ability to transform tango into a dramatic and existential genre are also explored. Follow us: YouTube Podcast INTERNATIONAL: @TangoCafe_international YouTube Podcast ITALIA: @tangocafeacademy For more in-depth content, you can also find us here: Spotify INTERNATIONAL: https://open.spotify.com/show/7230BsHYyVMusjFyFkk3Gc Spotify ITALIA: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJS1r9xLVBJ9X8nnYZLka Apple Podcast INTERNATIONAL: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café-international/id1888148821 Apple Podcast ITALIA: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café/id1888191091 Ph: Erica Alberti
S1 · E43
August 30 · 15 min
Tango and Psychoanalysis: Reasons for Its Therapeutic Effectiveness
The fascinating parallel between Argentine tango and psychoanalysis suggests that dance can serve as a powerful tool for introspection and healing. Through the testimonies of those who overcame depression thanks to dance moves, the text highlights how body movement reveals a person's true identity more than words. In the context of the milonga, dancers abandon their social roles to confront their authentic selves within a profound connection with others. Follow us: YouTube Podcast INTERNATIONAL: @TangoCafe_international YouTube Podcast ITALIA: @tangocafeacademy For more in-depth content, you can also find us here: Spotify INTERNATIONAL: https://open.spotify.com/show/7230BsHYyVMusjFyFkk3Gc Spotify ITALIA: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJS1r9xLVBJ9X8nnYZLka Apple Podcast INTERNATIONAL: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café-international/id1888148821 Apple Podcast ITALIA: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café/id1888191091
S1 · E41
August 20 · 19 min
The Intimate Embrace of Tango
Argentine tango is analyzed not only as a dance, but as a powerful therapeutic tool capable of improving physical and psychological well-being. Through the metaphor of the embrace, the dynamic between leader and follower is explored, emphasizing how alternating roles fosters mutual trust and profound nonverbal communication. This discipline allows one to experience the balance between masculine and feminine, offering benefits ranging from managing personal relationships to overcoming physical limitations. Dance acts as a mirror of one's internal patterns, promoting renewed vitality and greater emotional awareness. In short, tango is presented as a path of growth that combines the elegance of movement with healing for the soul. Follow us: YouTube Podcast INTERNATIONAL: @TangoCafe_international YouTube Podcast ITALIA: @tangocafeacademy For more in-depth content, you can also find us here: Spotify INTERNATIONAL: https://open.spotify.com/show/7230BsHYyVMusjFyFkk3Gc Spotify ITALIA: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJS1r9xLVBJ9X8nnYZLka Apple Podcast INTERNATIONAL: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café-international/id1888148821 Apple Podcast ITALIA: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café/id1888191091
S1 · E40
August 15 · 16 min
Rewiring the Brain with Argentine Tango
The effectiveness of tango therapy as a rehabilitative tool for improving the quality of life of patients with Parkinson's disease. Through the rhythmic movement and physical connection of dance, participants experience significant progress in balance, muscle mobility, and the management of daily activities. Follow us: YouTube Podcast INTERNATIONAL: @TangoCafe_international YouTube Podcast ITALIA: @tangocafeacademy For more in-depth content, you can also find us here: Spotify INTERNATIONAL: https://open.spotify.com/show/7230BsHYyVMusjFyFkk3Gc Spotify ITALIA: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJS1r9xLVBJ9X8nnYZLka Apple Podcast INTERNATIONAL: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café-international/id1888148821 Apple Podcast ITALIA: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café/id1888191091
S1 · E39
August 10 · 19 min
Dancers React to Music Faster than Musicians
Professional dance practice causes permanent structural and functional changes in the human brain. Research conducted by the University of Helsinki reveals that dancers have a greater responsiveness to musical stimuli than even musicians, activating rapid reflexes at a subconscious level. Follow us: YouTube Podcast INTERNATIONAL: @TangoCafe_international YouTube Podcast ITALIA: @tangocafeacademy For more in-depth content, you can also find us here: Spotify INTERNATIONAL: https://open.spotify.com/show/7230BsHYyVMusjFyFkk3Gc Spotify ITALIA: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJS1r9xLVBJ9X8nnYZLka Apple Podcast INTERNATIONAL: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café-international/id1888148821 Apple Podcast ITALIA: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café/id1888191091
S1 · E38
August 5 · 14 min
Debate on the Afro Roots of Tango
A critical lecture as part of a course on the history of tango, focusing on challenging pro-Africanist theories. A fundamental distinction is introduced between negritude, the participation of black people in a European culture, and Africanness, understood as an ancestral cultural root. Follow us: YouTube Podcast INTERNATIONAL: @TangoCafe_international YouTube Podcast ITALIA: @tangocafeacademy For more in-depth content, you can also find us here: Spotify INTERNATIONAL: https://open.spotify.com/show/7230BsHYyVMusjFyFkk3Gc Spotify ITALIA: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJS1r9xLVBJ9X8nnYZLka Apple Podcast INTERNATIONAL: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café-international/id1888148821 Apple Podcast ITALIA: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café/id1888191091
S1 · E37
July 30 · 19 min
Pilates and Tango: The Harmony of Center and Movement
The integration of Pilates technique and the Centering Balls method as fundamental tools for improving tango practice. It highlights how body awareness, strengthening the Powerhouse, and breath control allow dancers to achieve more fluid, elegant, and tension-free movements. Follow us: YouTube Podcast INTERNATIONAL: @TangoCafe_international YouTube Podcast ITALIA: @tangocafeacademy For more in-depth content, you can also find us here: Spotify INTERNATIONAL: https://open.spotify.com/show/7230BsHYyVMusjFyFkk3Gc Spotify ITALIA: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJS1r9xLVBJ9X8nnYZLka Apple Podcast INTERNATIONAL: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café-international/id1888148821 Apple Podcast ITALIA: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café/id1888191091
S1 · E36
July 25 · 19 min
Organizational Guide for a Trip to Buenos Aires
A comprehensive guide for those planning a stay in Buenos Aires, with a special focus on tango culture. Practical tips are provided on how to get around safely using public transportation and transportation apps. Special attention is paid to managing your finances and technological connectivity, suggesting the use of e-SIM cards and exchanging currency for cash. The book also describes the characteristics of the capital's various neighborhoods, highlighting the most touristy areas and those that are potentially dangerous. Follow us: YouTube Podcast INTERNATIONAL: @TangoCafe_international YouTube Podcast ITALIA: @tangocafeacademy For more in-depth content, you can also find us here: Spotify INTERNATIONAL: https://open.spotify.com/show/7230BsHYyVMusjFyFkk3Gc Spotify ITALIA: https://open.spotify.com/show/6pJS1r9xLVBJ9X8nnYZLka Apple Podcast INTERNATIONAL: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café-international/id1888148821 Apple Podcast ITALIA: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tango-café/id1888191091

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