Tango Angeles: Recent Episodes
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Tango Angeles delves deeply into the enchanting world of tango. The music, the stories, the indelible passion...
Consecrated as one of the greatest voices in tango, Roberto “El Polaco” Goyeneche embodies the melancholia of the Buenos Aires nights.
Consecrated as one of the greatest voices in tango, Roberto Goyeneche “El Polaco,” embodies the melancholia of the Buenos Aires nights.
Roberto Herrera is a celebrated tango dancer, choreographer and teacher. At the vanguard of the Tango Renaissance, he continues his life-long work of investigating and studying tango with a view to keeping its roots - the pueblo.
Alberto Podestá, one of Argentina’s most illustrious singers, performed and recorded with top orchestras of his time--Carlos Di Sarli, Miguel Caló, Enrique Francini-Armando Pontier and Pedro Laurenz...
Tango Poetry Project, started by San Francisco tango teachers Felipe Martinez & Ayano Yoneda, is a one-stop resource for those who want to understand the beauty and depth of tango lyrics.
Orquesta Tipica Victor, a studio band organized by the Victor Talking Machine Company for recording purposes, reached the highest quality of musical expression between 1925 and 1944.
In celebration of St. Valentine’s day, Ronaldo explores the many splendid and heartbreaking facets of love and romance through poems, quotes and tango lyrics.
Osvaldo Pugliese left us a rich legacy of innovative music comparable to classical works while still delighting the dancing public. Special guest appearance by Carla Pugliese.
Violinist Caroline Pearsall of The London Tango Orchestra guides us through the enchanting world of tango violin.
As the singer of “100 porteño neighborhoods” and film idol, Alberto Castillo showed the world tango belonged to the everyman in the street corner and not to the fashionable elite.
In his book, Carlos Gardel: The Voice of The Tango, Rafael Flores Montenegro brings Gardel back alive through his keen poetic sensibility. A must read!
Lack of tango dancing got your down? We have a fix for you. DJ Ronaldo’s going virtual with ... Milonga Angeles. Let’s dance.
Alfredo Zitarrosa, the legendary voice of the downtrodden of his native Uruguay, remains a heroic symbol of resistance to corrupt power.
Donato Racciatti's signature rhythmic tango style, together with strong female voices, delighted dancers on both sides of the Rio de la Plata.
Bill and Ann Froud, who divide their time between the UK, the US, and Argentina, share their experiences and offer practical tips for those contemplating yearly tango migration.
Enrique Rodríguez, along with his signature singer Armando Moreno, was best known for all the rhythms —todos ritmos—his orchestra played, delighting all of Latin America with tangos, fox-trots, pasodobles, rancheras and many other genres.
Enrique Cadícamo created indelible images of women in his lyrics…. from seductive flowers of sin to the mother who forgives everything.
Enrique Cadícamo’s life spanned almost the entire history of tango from 1900 to 1999. He wrote hundreds of lyrics--such as Los Mareados, Nostalgias & Garua--that defined tango itself.
Since the early 1960’s, the tender voice of Osvaldo Roval has assuaged the pain of homesickness in many Argentinians living in North America.
Eduardo Arolas, although his life was tragically cut short at the age of 32, left more than 100 classic tangos.
Eduardo Arolas, known as El Tigre del Bandoneón, gave tango its depth and subtleties despite his brief and mysterious life.
Romantica Milonguera, a 10-member Buenos Aires-based orchestra, brings a dynamic modern interpretation to classic tangos.
Ronaldo time travels back to 1944 and finds himself torn among so many live orchestras to choose from—an embarrassment of the riches!
Buenos Aires is still haunted by the memories of magnificent cabarets that graced Calle Corrientes, the street that never sleeps.
Edmundo Rivero made his mark as one of the greatest tango singers despite his unconventional bass voice, successfully combining his early influences of country and classical music with tango.
La Chacarita, built in the wake of the 1871 yellow fever epidemic on 230 acres, is a resting place for countless tango luminaries.
Edouard Pecourt’s extensive tango collection housed at the University of California Santa Barbara guarantees the investigation and preservation of tango for future generations.
Edouard Pecourt’s vast tango collection finds a home at the University of California Santa Barbara.
Edouard Pecourt, proprietor of La Boîte à Disques in Paris, left behind him one of the most pre-eminent tango music collections in the world
Astor Piazzolla's early childhood in the mean streets of NY taught him to defend his musical vision fiercely against all odds and criticism.
Tango, this is Astor Piazzolla, exclaimed Nadia Boulanger, marking a turning point Astor Piazzolla’s life.
Trained in classical music, Astor Piazzolla adds controversy by introducing sophisticated musical elements to the Troilo Orchestra’s repertoire.
True to the vision of its namesake orchestra, La Juan D'Arienzo is committed to playing and creating music for tango dancers.
Quinteto Real leader Cesar Salgán pays tribute to his father, Horacio Salgán, pianist, composer, arranger, and bandleader, who elevated tango from the humble shores of Rio de la Plata to the concert halls of the world’s most prestigious symphony orchestras.
Julio De Caro led a tango revolution in the 20’s and 30’s by introducing refined melodies and sophisticated instrumentation.
Ricardo Malerba and his orchestra filled the tango cabarets of the 1940’s with a sweet blend of lyricism and strong beat. Special guests Marcos Questas and Ruta Maria present the first International Tango Summit set to open in Los Angeles Sept. 6-9.
publisher of Tango Reporter, author, director & puppeteer—discusses his new book "El Tango desde Sunset Blvd.,” featuring tango mysteries.
Juan D’Arienzo II features D’Arienzo’s indelible singers--Echagüe, Laborde, Mauré, and Valdez—and special guest Facundo Lazzari of La Juan D’Arienzo.
Juan D’Arienzo, the King of the Beat, brought tango back to the dancers during the Golden Age. For more than forty years, his orchestra consisted of the best musicians who created music marked with irrepressible nerve, rhythm, strength, & character.
The Tear in the Throat, a new book about Carlos Gardel written by Arturo Yépez-Pottier—author.broadcaster.gardeliano—helps us gain a much deeper appreciation of Carlos Gardel's humanity.
Carlos Di Sarli earned his moniker “El Señor del Tango” by leaving a musical legacy distinguished by simple yet nuanced interpretations and elegant yet powerful delivery.
Otros Aires: An Argentine 21st century Tango music fusion project started in 2003 by Miguel Di Genova. Otros Aires mixes musical elements from the golden age of tango in the last century with electronic sequences and melodies for the 21st listener.
Radio Tango Angeles presents Marcela Duran--"La Mujer del TANGO": Carlos Gavito's muse and love incarnate in Luis Bravo's Forever Tango.
Chance and fate are synonymous in the life of Lalo Schifrin. From meeting Dizzy Gillespie to finding his way to Hollywood to write the immortal themes of Mission Impossible and Tango, Lalo's talent and meticulous preparation sealed his fate.
In 2012, on a dare at a one-time milonga in San Telmo, an ambitious young man asked a beautiful young milonguera for a dance. A new dynamic tango duo was born. In 2016, Cristian Palomo and Melisa Sacchi enchanted the world by winning the World Tango Pist
Violence in tango is an inconvenient truth. #Tangosinviolencia, a tango safety advocacy group founded by Maria Blanco, raises awareness and addresses the problem of violence in tango head-on in order to help make tango communities around the world safer.
When tango reached the top of the social ladder in the early 20th century Buenos Aires by way of Paris, Osvaldo Fresedo was there to welcome the respectable class with his refined musical sensibility and impeccable style.
Brigitta Winkler, Fabienne Bongard, and Sharna Fabiano explore the fluidity of gender roles, female empowerment, and sisterhood through Tango Mujer.
While tango epitomizes urban melancholy, Argentine folklore reflects the condition and spirit of humans as part of nature. Monica Romero and Omar Ocampo, heir apparent to the legendary El Chucaro, embody its simplicity and beauty.
Known for his gentlemanly manners, El Caballero del Tango Ricardo Tanturi led a formidable orchestra featuring two of the most emblematic singers of the golden era, Alberto Castillo and Enrique Campos.
What makes Planeta Tango AM890 broadcast from Buenos Aires every Friday a favorite among tango fans? Miguel Angel Bandin and Nora La Tanguera Richardi, hosts of the award-winning show, are dedicated to sharing and preserving the culture of Argentina thr
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Fabian Salas, one of the leaders of Tango Nuevo and organizer of Congreso Internacional de Tango Argentino (CITA), has sought to find the structure of tango. With his partner Lola Diaz, Fabian passionately shares this knowledge.
"OUR LAST TANGO” directed by German Kral brings back together tango’s most famous couple Juan Carlos Copes and Maria Nieves. Reflecting through their own lenses, the director and the protagonists explore their truths.
Radio Tango Angeles celebrares its 3rd anniversary with a little help from friends: Cherie Magnus, Ruben Aybar, and Ricardo Arredondo.
The Alfredo De Angelis Orchestra with its celebrated singers reigned supreme on the Buenos Aires airwaves for twenty-two years with the legendary Glostora Tango Club.
Tango is, above all, about neighborhoods and their people.
The half block where she grew up in the Villa Crespo neighborhood has haunted the composer Debora Simcovich's dreams for half a century. Debora's second US tour with the talented 12-piece Orquest
Presenting Miguel Calo and his star-studded orchestra…a giant from the golden era of tango!
After discovering a poorly written movie script in a bureau drawer, author Frederica Pratter set out to write a biographical novel about Carlos Gardel to do his legacy justice and to introduce the legendary singer to young people.
The result is a fresh
Tango BA Festival y Mundial is the ultimate comprehensive tango event in the world. Newly crowned champions Cristian Palomo & Melisa Sacchi (Tango de Pista) and Hugo Mastrolorenzo & Agustina Vignau (Tango Escenario) share their passion-filled journey to
Rick Castro (Central Park Tango), Ilona Glinarsky (Living Tango) and Emmet O'Conlon (Ministry of Tango)join to share their experiences and ideas about how to bring new people to tango and keep them.
Argentino Ledesma was the most sought-after singer of the 1950's, courted by the likes of Di Sali and Calo. His tenure with Hector Varela left an indelible mark in tango history. Claudio Ledesma reminisces about his father as a legend, colleague, and end
The Gods of Tango, a new historical novel by Carolina De Robertis, chronicles a young woman's journey through the dark underbelly of the early 20th century Buenos Aires--sensuous, dangerous, and brave!
The country that gave tango its soul, the bandoneon, Germany boasts one of the largest diverse dancing populations with a cooperative spirit. Juan Dietrich Lange, Michael R?hl and Alonso ?lvarez talk about how tango has evolved in Germany in the last 100
Julio Balmaceda reloaded! Buoyed by his new found love and partnership with Virginia Vasconi, Julio talks frankly about his famous father Miguel Balmaceda and about charting his own legacy.
Tango Angeles’s ATUSA 2016 Special Edition, co-hosted by Tomas Galv?n and Gimena Herrera, is filled with thought-provoking interviews with contestants, winners, judges, and master teachers.The sweat, the tears and the indelible passion.
Guillermina Quiroga, a celebrated performer often compared to Margot Fonteyn of ballet, together with her partner Mariano Logiudice, reminisces about her distinguished dancing life.
To Compete or Not to Compete?
Mundial Bronze medalists and two-time US Champions Brian Nguyen and Yuliana Basmajyan along with seasoned contestants Merle Morgan and Kaz Mizuno lay bare the anatomy of competition tango.
Reunited after 25 years since Juan Carlos Copes's "Tango-Tango," Natalia Hills and Alejandro Aquino embody a perfect synthesis of music, dance, movement and passion.
Glittery stilettos and tangueras…yes, height matters!
Join Flo, Marcia , Maria and Anna on their soleful journey in search of the perfect tango shoes…and other things.
Celia Blanco’s friendly traditional milonga–Lo de Celia–is one of the best in the world. Beyond her famous milonga, Celia has also touched many people around the world through dancing, choreographing and teaching tango. JanTango of Tango Chamuyo joi
Tango is her birthright. Her mother sang for Francisco Lomuto and her father was childhood friends with Alberto Castillo. She has danced with some of the world’s best milongueros including Ricardo Vidort, Flaco Dany and Osvaldo Natucci.
Tango Angeles's 2nd anniversary!!! Ronaldo celebrates with friends from the Argentine Associatoon of Los Angeles--Teresita and Ricardo.
Aptly nicknamed "Bewitched hands," pianist Rodolfo Biagi, along with Juan D'Arienzo, changed the course of tango history with their unmistakable rhythmic style.
Actor/journalist Vincent Thomas met Carlos Gardel in 1927 at the age of seven aboard the Conte Verde bound for Europe. His new book "The Gardel I Knew" gives a rare, unvarnished glimpse into the legendary singer and reveals the Gardel behind cliches and
During the Golden age of tango, female Tango singers were a force to be reckoned with despite a lack of recording opportunities. In this segment, we celebrate the unforgettable music and lives of Amanda Ledesma, Lita Morales, Mercedes Simone, Nelly Omar,
What makes Cachirulo one of the best milongas in the world? Organizers Hector and Norma's commitment to the traditional codigos creates a pleasant and respectful environment where dancers can focus on only the essentials--the embrace, the music and the d
Joaquin Amenabar, master bandoneonista, musicality teacher and author of Lets Dance To The Music, helps to enrich our dancing experience by demystifying the intricacies of tango music.
On 24 June 1935, the world lost tango's greatest icon Carlos Gardel in a tragic plane crash. He was 44 years old. Eighty years after his death, Gardel "sings better and better every day" in our memory. His exquisite voice, eternally youthful charm.... Ca
Think the world of tango music is completely machismo? Think again!
Meet Rosita Quiroga, Azucena Maizani, Ada Falcon, Libertad Lamarque, Tita Merello, Mercedes Simone and Tania on Female Voices of Tango Part 1. These pioneering high priestesses of tango
WANTED: Single female...Fabian Peralta, 2006 mundial champion, is single AND available! Together with his fabulous partner Josefina Bermudez, they make a formidable teaching duo. Fabian and Josefina join Ronaldo in co-hosting Tango Angeles...take a li
Juan Carlos Caceres of Toca Tango fame was a complete artist not only for his accomplishments in musical and visual arts but for his championing of African roots of tango, giving back dignity to forgotten people. Monica Orozco joins Ronaldo in celebratin
New Mexico is an oasis of tango in the American Southwest, known for its mature milonguero communities... Paul Akmajian, Liz Haight, Karen Reck and Daniel Boardman join Ronaldo in presenting this tango Land of Enchantment.
The battle for tango supremacy, the drama and the indelible passion....Tango Angeles takes you there.
When Jose Libertella and Luis Stazo started the sextet in 1973, they thought they would last two weeks. Forty-one years layer, Sexteto Mayor is the most popular and respected tango orchestra in the world.
Superstars of Dance champions Miriam Larici and Leonardo Barrionuevo talk about dance, life and love. Unassuming and down-to-earth, they use their gift of dancing to help others become not only more confident dancers but also more fulfilled human beings
Ronaldo celebrates Maestro Mariano Mores' 97th Birthday on Feb. 18 together with special guest Zita Gonzales, who shares her experience working with Mores as a young dancer in his troupe, touring around the world. Composer of unforgettable tangos, such
What makes Portland tango "weirdly" normal? It is a city where artistic diversity is celebrated, coexistence is the norm and abrazos are given generously.
Ronaldo celebrates National Hug Day (Jan. 21) with Alicia Pons, queen of abrazos and milongueros' milonguera. Terpsichoral Tango Addict, famous tango blogger from Bs As, joins with her ode to Alicia's style.
Directed by Oliver Kolker and Hern?n Findling and starring the Argentinian movie legend H?ctor Alterio, Fermin: Glorias del Tango tells a poignant story of an old man who expresses himself only through tango lyrics. This companion episode will enrich you
A young Juan Carlos Copes asked himself, "If Gene Kelly can do it, why can't we make a musical with tango?" Raised when tango was almost becoming steamrolled under the rock 'n' roll invasion, the question changed tango history. For over six decades, he h
From the early days of his youth, when he improvised a violin with an oil can and a stick, Francisco Canaro was driven by his desire to overcome poverty and become successful. This determinism led to a long and glorious career with a staggering output e
Johana Copes, born to the inimitable living legend Juan Carlos Copes, bares it all about the pleasures and challenges of being the most famous daughter in the tango world. Partnered with the energetic Joaquin Besga, she is well poised to make her mark wh
In the world of fleeting alliances and temporary loyalties, Nelida Rodriguez stands out as a symbol of commitment and dedication. Her 30-year-long partnership with Nelson Avila thrust her onto TV screens and later the world stage through the irreproduci
Monica Paz of MPTango, inspired by childhood memories and an LP of Julio Sosa left in her care by her late father when she was only eight years old, set out to discover the world of tango and milongas her father used to inhabit. Her teaching of codigos,
Celebrated performers and teachers Nito and Elba Garcia show us how to keep the spirit of tango alive in themselves and share the joy with the next generation the world over. Brought together after personal tragedies, they are perfect role models for th
How does a Brazilian rise to the top of the Argentine tango world as a dancer, choreographer, actor, and movie and stage director? Ask Junior Cervila! Having talent is just the beginning. Blood, sweat, and tears all the way to the top-- that's the real k
Ricardo Garcia Blaya, the mastermind behind the award-winning website and ultimate tango guide TODO TANGO, shares his life?????s work that started nearly two decades ago after purchasing some 1000 tango LPs?????nearly costing his marriage!
Dedicated to his grandfather's legacy, Francisco Torne shares several Troilo anecdotes and talks about his family's campain for the International Day of the Bandoneon. Susana Miller speaks frankly about the spiritual power released when one accepts one's
Tango translator extraordinaire Derrick Del Pilar shares his expertise on Tango Angeles! Malena, Yo Soy El Tango, Mi Noche Triste..... Heartbreaking, desolate, vengeful, forlorn, sarcastic, boastful, remorseful, cajoling, nostalgic.... every shade of
Ronaldo celebrates 9 de Julio, Argentine Independence Day, with great music--some orchestras never heard before on this show--and special guests, from Buenos Aires via New York, Jorge Torres and Maria Blanco--a DYNAMIC duo!!
Ronaldo celebrates 9 de Julio, Argentine Independence Day, with great music--some orchestras never heard before on this show--and special guests, from Buenos Aires via New York, Jorge Torres and Maria Blanco--a DYNAMIC duo!!
This thought-provoking episode captures tango as a creative, empathetic, and all-encompassing force. From teaching blind people to dance to giving birth to a movie, Valz, Amarilla, and Kolker share with us their unique and fiercely passionate expressions
Tango translator extraordinaire Derrick Del Pilar shares his expertise on Tango Angeles! Malena, Yo Soy El Tango, Mi Noche Triste..... Heartbreaking, desolate, vengeful, forlorn, sarcastic, boastful, remorseful, cajoling, nostalgic.... every shade of hum
Tango was reborn in 1983, when Tango Argentino premiered in Paris. Nelson Avila, of the famed couple Nelida y Nelson, was there at the exact epoch-making moment to usher in the Tango Renaissance. Born a gaucho's son, Nelson has been enchanting the worl
Put on your dancing shoes! Ronaldo invites you to a Wednesday night practica with golden age music and hidden tango stories!
Ronaldo takes you backstage at the 2014 San Francisco US Tango Championship. Listen to the organizers, judges, contestants, and winners as they share their experiences and opinions. You will get a 360-degree look into one of the world?????s largest and m
Mavi Diaz shares the legacy of her father Hugo Diaz, the unforgettable harmonica legend, and the award-winning young virtuoso Joe Powers talks about his musical journey with the spellbinding instrument!
Ray Barbosa talks about bringing old-world milongueros to North American audience through Chicago Mini Tango Festival. In the second half of the show, Ronaldo pays homage to his personal tango muse, Ana Waisman
Ray Barbosa talks about bringing old-world milongueros to North American audience through Chicago Mini Tango Festival. In the second half of the show, Ronaldo pays homage to his personal tango muse, Ana Waisman
Ronaldo goes out on the outer limits of tango and talks with Elena Grinenko-Hillis of Dancing with the Stars fame. A two-time International Rhythm Champion.
Cherie Magnus of the famous expat blog Tangocherie and the memoir The Church of Tango helps us navigate inside the sublime world of tango in Buenos Aires!
Facundo de la Cruz and Paola Sanz, the 2012 World Tango Salon (Mundial) Champions, share their true Cinderella story of struggle and triumph. You will be inspired!
Facundo de la Cruz and Paola Sanz, the 2012 World Tango Salon (Mundial) Champions, share their true Cinderella story of struggle and triumph. You will be inspired!
Tango Angeles interviews a milonga dance power couple Jorge Nel and Milena Giraldo. From growing up in Colombia with street performer parents to being recognized with Jorge Nel Day declared in Miami-Dade County, FL, this talented couple's journey through
"Love in the Space of a Song"--our new segment--kicks off with three stories sent in by listeners of beautiful connections made on the dance floor along with indelible tunes of the golden age
Gustavo Benzecry Saba and Maria Olivera share their in-depth knowledge of tango gained through extensive research. In a spirited discussion, they talk about the mystery surrounding various styles and the issue of authenticity.
On the International Day of Tango, Carlos Copello, one of the living treasures, of tango, a true milonguero, shares with us compelling stories from his illustrious career and life!
Ronaldo interviews Naomi Hotta, reigning US tango salon champion and Tango Buenos Aires Festival and Dance World Cup finalist, and plays great music, including some of Naomi's favorites.