Fabrice Knecht Tango DJ
Fabrice Knecht Tango DJ
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These Tangos, Valses, and Milongas were recorded around the same time. Take a look to discover what else this orchestra—or others—may have recorded during the same week or even on the exact same day.
A la luz del candil is a Tango written by and composed by Carlos Vicente Geroni Flores.
The tango “A la luz del candil” unfolds a tragic tale of betrayal and revenge. The protagonist of the story is a man confessing to a police officer, expressing remorse and seeking forgiveness for his heinous actions. The narrative revolves around themes of honor, betrayal, and the ultimate act of desperation. As a passionate testament to the intricacies of human emotions, the protagonist reveals his motive: a double murder committed in a moment of rage when he found his partner and friend in an act of betrayal. This tale is a powerful portrayal of the human struggle with pain, dignity, and the darkness that can follow such betrayal.
The song is rich with symbolism that amplifies its emotional impact. The “luz del candil” (light of the candle) serves as a solitary witness to the affair, symbolizing fragility and the obscured clarity of emotions witnessed in mere candlelight. This light is a metaphorical spotlight on the intimate and personal moment of destruction that plays out in the shadows. Key phrases such as “un beso en la sombra” (a kiss in the shadow) and “dos cuerpos cayeron” (two bodies fell) emphasize the clandestine nature of the betrayal and its immediate, irreversible consequences. The intricate details like “las trenzas de mi china y el corazón de él” (the braids of my woman and his heart) are visceral and profound, representing tangible proofs of infidelity and the protagonist’s heart-wrenching proof of vengeance.
The tango was created in 1952, a time when Argentina was experiencing political and social changes. The cultural context of Buenos Aires, a city deeply saturated with tango’s emotional and melancholic narratives, provides the perfect backdrop for this poignant story. The character’s reference to himself as a “forastero” (foreigner) and his assertion that he is a “gaucho honrado” (an honorable gaucho) reflects Argentina’s rural traditions and values, playing into the dramatic societal archetypes of honor and personal justice common in gaucho literature and culture. The historical atmosphere allows the tango to resonate with the audience, particularly those familiar with the social norms of the time.
was a notable figure in the tango scene, contributing vividly with stories that explored intricate human emotions and societal themes prevalent in Argentina’s rich cultural tapestry.