Description

¡Viva Astor! is a studio album by Philadelphia-based Divine Hand Ensemble, offering a vibrant tribute to Astor Piazzolla — the revolutionary Argentine tango composer. Featuring seven of his iconic works, from the globally recognized Libertango to the deeply moving Adiós Nonino and the cinematic obscurity 12 Monkeys, the album reimagines Piazzolla’s original arrangements with the ensemble’s distinctive instrumentation: five violins, two harps, and the soaring, otherworldly voice of the Theremin.

The album is divided into two sides—Classic Tangos and Nuevo Tangos—with a centerpiece duet bridging the two. This structure not only honors Piazzolla’s legacy but highlights Divine Hand Ensemble’s cinematic and contemporary interpretation. ¡Viva Astor! is both reverent and boldly innovative, blending faithfulness with fresh artistic insight.

TRACK LISTING:

Side A – Classic Tangos

Libertango

Tango Apasionado

Soledad

The Death of the Angel

Side B – Nuevo Tangos

Adiós Nonino

Chiquilín de Bachín

12 Monkeys

LP UPC: 810137041728

CD UPC: 810137041711

Catalog Number: LAB 51031 LP | LAB 51031 CD

Tracklist

1. Libertango (3:37)
2. Tango Apasionado (3:56)
3. Soledad (7:40)
4. The Death of the Angel (3:39)
5. Adiós Nonino (5:44)
6. Chiquilín de Bachín (5:15)
7. 12 Monkeys (5:11)
8. Libertango – The Joe the Butcher Loaded Remix (Digital Only) (4:25)

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