Omar Massa - Parfenov: Bandoneon Story - COMPACT DISCS [CD]

The bandoneon was remarkably popular as part of Argentinian culture during the 20th century and was brought into the Western mainstream through Astor Piazzolla's 'nuevo tango'. It was invented in Germany in around 1850, and for a while became a familiar part of musical life there. Andre Parfenov's dramatic and evocative Bandoneon Story delves into the instrument's rich history turning it into a surprisingly varied audio journey, exploring it's humble origins, expressive poetic palette and artful dance syncopations to create a cinematic historical panorama. Album Tracks 1. Bandoneon Story~Buenos Aires 2. Bandoneon Story~Adagio 3. Bandoneon Story~Bandoneonschöpfung 4. Bandoneon Story~Solo 5. Bandoneon Story~Maschinentanz 6. Bandoneon Story~Tanz der Tücher 7. Bandoneon Story~Wedding 8. Bandoneon Story~Polka 9. Bandoneon Story~Ländler 10. Bandoneon Story~Familienszene 11. Bandoneon Story~Protest 12. Bandoneon Story~Intro - Männertanz 13. Bandoneon Story~Tango 14. Bandoneon Story~Finale