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Recommendations on the music of Astor Piazzolla

Last night I attended a concert where one of the works was Piazzolla's "Concerto for Bandoneon and Orchestra" (1979). The soloist was Lidia Kaminski, a Polish accordion virtuoso. She played a small "accordion-like" instrument known as the Bandoneon.

The music was Argentine Tango style in three movements. The middle movement played with such grace, finesse and sadness by the soloist, I decided then and there to explore more of Piazzolla's work.

I am looking for LP recommendations of his work, including the one mentioned above.

In addition, I would urge folks to keep an eye out for Ms. Kaminski to be performing in your area. She will make you rethink the accordion.
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lewinskih01
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I'd go for Hora Cero (Zero Hour) too, and La Camorra. There is A LOT of his work from the 60s and 70s, so a lot on vinyl. Not sure what you are able to get where you are at, though. GREAT musician. If you are looking to start exploring his work you might want to try 40 Obras Fundamentales (40 Fundamental Pieces), a recopilation that provides a good overview.

BTW, a bandoneon is no accordion!! I know you did say "accordion-like", but oh well, I am from Buenos Aires and even though I'm no tango die-hard I can't let it slip by!
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