About This Event
This program includes selections from great tango masters from the 1930s to the present: Alfredo Gobbi, Francisco Canaro, Osvaldo Pugliese, the revolutionary Astor Piazzolla and evolving even further, Pedro Giraudo. In this program, the ensemble offers the audience insight into how tango evolved from marginal venues to cafes and dance halls, and finally to prominent concert halls. The musical journey will be accompanied by short anecdotes about the main figures in the history of tango, as well as some explanation of the principal rhythms of the genre (milonga, waltz, and tango).
This event is presented by Rites of Spring Music Festival in collaboration with North Fork Arts Center in the frame of Energia Internacional program.
Artists:
Sami Merdinian, Violin
Shinjoo Cho, Bandoneón
Jun Cho, Piano
Pedro Giraudo, Bass
Dancers:
Mariana Parma and Leonardo Sardella
The Pedro Giraudo Tango Quartet is a highly acclaimed, Latin Grammy-winning virtuoso ensemble based in New York City. Led by Argentine bassist and composer Pedro Giraudo, the group plays a pivotal role in the evolution of contemporary Argentine tango. They bridge traditional roots (Orquesta típica) and the revolutionary "tango nuevo" of Astor Piazzolla with elements of European classical chamber music and American jazz
Pedro Giraudo, Latin GRAMMY-Winning Artist
Latin GRAMMY Award winner Pedro Giraudo is a passionate ambassador of his Argentine heritage, bringing a fresh perspective to the timeless art of tango. Seamlessly blending traditional with modern elements, Giraudo honors the genre’s rich history while propelling it into new and exciting territories.
Widely recognized as one of the leading tango ensembles of our time, the Pedro Giraudo Tango Quartet follows in the innovative footsteps of Astor Piazzolla, crafting music that is both reverent to tradition and boldly original. Their performances are a vibrant fusion of virtuosic technique and emotional depth, intertwining the intensity of Argentine tango, the sophistication of European classical music, and the improvisational spirit of jazz. The result is a unique and electrifying sound that resonates with audiences around the world.
Based in New York City, the quartet has graced prestigious stages such as Lincoln Center, BAM, and MET Museum, Guggenheim Museum, and has been featured at festivals including the Austin Chamber Music, Chamber Music Raleigh, Moab Music Festival, the Arizona Music Festival, and the Montana Folk Festival. They have collaborated with renowned institutions like the Chesapeake Orchestra and the Yonkers Philharmonic, and have led workshops at Dartmouth College, the University of Maryland, and the University of Arizona, inspiring the next generation of musicians and tango enthusiasts alike.
Pedro Giraudo’s illustrious career spans over two decades of performing with the most revered figures in tango. As a bassist, composer, and arranger, he has collaborated with luminaries including Ruben Blades (on the GRAMMY and Latin GRAMMY-winning album Tangos), Paquito D’Rivera, Pablo Ziegler, Hector Del Curto, and Luis Bravo’s Forever Tango. Additionally, he has worked with one of NYC’s most prestigious institutions, the New York Philharmonic, and has performed on several occasions with the New York City Ballet Orchestra.
With the Pedro Giraudo Tango Quartet, presenters and audiences alike can experience the transformative power of tango reimagined—a dynamic and elegant performance that bridges cultural and musical boundaries.
About This Event
This program includes selections from great tango masters from the 1930s to the present: Alfredo Gobbi, Francisco Canaro, Osvaldo Pugliese, the revolutionary Astor Piazzolla and evolving even further, Pedro Giraudo. In this program, the ensemble offers the audience insight into how tango evolved from marginal venues to cafes and dance halls, and finally to prominent concert halls. The musical journey will be accompanied by short anecdotes about the main figures in the history of tango, as well as some explanation of the principal rhythms of the genre (milonga, waltz, and tango).
This event is presented by Rites of Spring Music Festival in collaboration with North Fork Arts Center in the frame of Energia Internacional program.
Artists:
Sami Merdinian, Violin
Shinjoo Cho, Bandoneón
Jun Cho, Piano
Pedro Giraudo, Bass
Dancers:
Mariana Parma and Leonardo Sardella
The Pedro Giraudo Tango Quartet is a highly acclaimed, Latin Grammy-winning virtuoso ensemble based in New York City. Led by Argentine bassist and composer Pedro Giraudo, the group plays a pivotal role in the evolution of contemporary Argentine tango. They bridge traditional roots (Orquesta típica) and the revolutionary "tango nuevo" of Astor Piazzolla with elements of European classical chamber music and American jazz
Pedro Giraudo, Latin GRAMMY-Winning Artist
Latin GRAMMY Award winner Pedro Giraudo is a passionate ambassador of his Argentine heritage, bringing a fresh perspective to the timeless art of tango. Seamlessly blending traditional with modern elements, Giraudo honors the genre’s rich history while propelling it into new and exciting territories.
Widely recognized as one of the leading tango ensembles of our time, the Pedro Giraudo Tango Quartet follows in the innovative footsteps of Astor Piazzolla, crafting music that is both reverent to tradition and boldly original. Their performances are a vibrant fusion of virtuosic technique and emotional depth, intertwining the intensity of Argentine tango, the sophistication of European classical music, and the improvisational spirit of jazz. The result is a unique and electrifying sound that resonates with audiences around the world.
Based in New York City, the quartet has graced prestigious stages such as Lincoln Center, BAM, and MET Museum, Guggenheim Museum, and has been featured at festivals including the Austin Chamber Music, Chamber Music Raleigh, Moab Music Festival, the Arizona Music Festival, and the Montana Folk Festival. They have collaborated with renowned institutions like the Chesapeake Orchestra and the Yonkers Philharmonic, and have led workshops at Dartmouth College, the University of Maryland, and the University of Arizona, inspiring the next generation of musicians and tango enthusiasts alike.
Pedro Giraudo’s illustrious career spans over two decades of performing with the most revered figures in tango. As a bassist, composer, and arranger, he has collaborated with luminaries including Ruben Blades (on the GRAMMY and Latin GRAMMY-winning album Tangos), Paquito D’Rivera, Pablo Ziegler, Hector Del Curto, and Luis Bravo’s Forever Tango. Additionally, he has worked with one of NYC’s most prestigious institutions, the New York Philharmonic, and has performed on several occasions with the New York City Ballet Orchestra.
With the Pedro Giraudo Tango Quartet, presenters and audiences alike can experience the transformative power of tango reimagined—a dynamic and elegant performance that bridges cultural and musical boundaries.