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Belén

Belén is a Tango written by Augusto Berto and recorded by Edgardo Donato in 1936. Edgardo Donato has recorded Belén as an instrumental Tango.
“Belén,” meaning “Bethlehem” in English, carries with it the weight of both history and hope. It evokes a sense of journey and wonder, a place where beginnings unfold amidst star-lit skies. In the melody, one can hear whispers of ancient stories and the tender promise of new light on the horizon.

Tango

Style

Edgardo Donato

Orchestra

Instrumental

Singer

Author

Augusto Berto

Composer

1936/6/10

Date

Instrumental
Instrumental
Edgardo Donato
Edgardo Donato

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Belén recorded by other Orchestras

Belén recorded by other Orchestras

1936/6/10 – Embrujo gitano – Edgardo Donato
1936/6/8 – La payanca – Juan D-Arienzo
1936/6/12 – Fea pero simpatica – Orquesta Tipica Victor
1936/6/12 – Planeando – Orquesta Tipica Victor
1936/6/5 – Atardecer campero – Roberto Firpo
Belen – 1929/10/9 – Carlos di Sarli – Instrumental
Belen – 1936/6/10 – Edgardo Donato – Instrumental

Belén recorded by Edgardo Donato


Belén is an instrumental Tango composed by Augusto Berto.



Interpretation of Belén

“Belén,” meaning “Bethlehem” in English, evokes a sense of nostalgia and sacredness through its melodic progression. As an instrumental piece performed by Edgardo Donato’s orchestra, it paints a soundscape reminiscent of a tranquil yet emotionally charged journey. The music starts with a serene and contemplative introduction, reflecting the calmness associated with the biblical city of Bethlehem. As the arrangement unfolds, the strings and bandoneons interweave, creating a tapestry that draws listeners through an emotional narrative of longing and memory. Crescendos mirror personal introspection, while the subtle pauses offer space for reflection. The piece, rich with the textures typical of tango, invites introspection, evoking the diverse emotions one might associate with the profound history and mystique of Bethlehem.

Edgardo Donato and Belén

Under the direction of Edgardo Donato, “Belén” captures the quintessence of 1930s tango, blending rhythm and emotion in perfect harmony. Donato’s interpretation brings out the piece’s inner beauty, adding distinct flare with his orchestra’s dynamic arrangements. His band crafts a rendition that’s both lively and contemplative, using their distinct sound to capture the song’s essence while imbuing it with a sense of time and place. The orchestra’s playful yet earnest expression infuses “Belén” with a unique character, making it stand out as a timeless classic in tango music. Through this rendition, the listener is transported to an era of elegant dance salons and passionate embraces, showcasing Edgardo Donato’s ability to translate historical sentiment into music that remains relevant today.