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Astor Piazzolla, Argentine tango composer and bandoneon player (died 1992)

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Astor Piazzolla

Argentine composer, bandoneon player and arranger (1921–1992)

Astor Pantaleón Piazzolla was an Argentine tango composer, bandoneon player, and arranger. His works revolutionized the traditional tango into a new style termed nuevo tango, incorporating elements from jazz and classical music. A virtuoso bandoneonist, he regularly performed…
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March 11

Day of the year

March 11 is the 70th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 295 days remain until the end of the year.
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