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About Tango |
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In around
1880 in Buenos Aires, capital of Argentina,an Montevideo, capital of Uruguay,
immigrants from Europe and Africa gravitated toward the bars and brothels in
search of a few drinks and some companionship, and from their hardship came
the tango. The music and dance borrowed heavily from the many nations of the
immigrants. From Africa came the relentless rhythms of the slave drums. From
the pampas of Argentina came the influence of milonga --
music that combined Indian rhythms with early Spanish music. The tango speaks
of a fatalistic existence, one in which pain and sorrow are the expected
destiny. It was Carlos Gardel that brought the tango to the attention of the
world. By 1915 the tango was the craze of Europe, Today it is recognized
worldwide for its haunting sound.st their partners. |
