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Cien guitarras

Cien guitarras is a Milonga written by Arturo Gallucci and recorded by Alfredo De Angelis in 1947. The Milonga Cien guitarras is written by Arturo Gallucci, Alfredo De Angelis has recorded Cien guitarras with the singer Carlos Dante.
“Cien guitarras,” meaning “One Hundred Guitars” in English, evokes a symphony of strings resonating with profound emotion. Each guitar whispers a story, weaving tales of passion, heartache, and joy across time and space. In their harmonious dance, the guitars capture the essence of life’s myriad rhythms, a tango of souls intertwined in an eternal embrace.

Milonga

Style

Alfredo De Angelis

Orchestra

Carlos Dante

Singer

Raúl Hormaza

Author

Arturo Gallucci

Composer

1947/7/3

Date

Carlos Dante
Carlos Dante
Alfredo De Angelis
Alfredo De Angelis

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Cien guitarras recorded by other Orchestras

Cien guitarras recorded by other Orchestras

1947/7/3 – Flores del alma – Alfredo De Angelis
1947/7/4 – Gardel-Razzano (El morocho y el oriental) – Anibal Troilo
1947/7/4 – Tu palido final – Anibal Troilo
1947/7/4 – Y dicen que no te quiero – Anibal Troilo
1947/7/2 – Quien eres tu – Osmar Maderna
Cien guitarras – 1947/7/3 – Alfredo De Angelis – Carlos Dante
Cien guitarras – 1947/11/13 – Florindo Sassone – Jorge Casal

Lyrics Translation of the Milonga Cien guitarras

This is the translation of the Milonga “Cien guitarras” from Spanish to English. The English lyrics of the Milonga “Cien guitarras” have been done with AI.

Letra del Milonga Cien guitarras

El otro día el cartero
al pasar me dio una carta,
al pasar me dio una carta,
fue muy grande la sorpresa,
le aseguro compañero,
temblé porque nunca espero
tener alguna misiva,
abrí la carta enseguida,
y asómbrese hermano mío,
me invitaban a pedido
los muchachos de allá arriba.

Escuchen quiero contarles
lo que la carta decía,
lo que la carta decía:
Para Usted, con alegría,
esta carta le mandamos,
sabrá que nos encontramos
unidos y muy contentos,
que pronto iremos al centro
en un desfile imponente,
por esa calle Corrientes
a la que tanto queremos.

Desfilarán bandoneones
violines, flautas y violas,
violines, flautas y violas,
La Paquita, Bardi, Arolas,
Maglio, Pacho, el Pibe Ernesto,
también Betinotti, Greco,
Contursi con su arrrabal,
Magaldi, el sentimental,
todos iremos al centro
para que quede ese encuentro
como un recuerdo inmortal.

Las violas irán al frente
de malvón bien prefumadas,
de malvón bien prefumadas,
por un ángel adornadas
en color blanco y celeste,
y aunque nombrarlo me cueste
es tanto el cariño a él,
hágame caso esta vez
pare el tránsito le pido:
“Mi Buenos Aires querido
cuando yo te vuelva a ver”,
viene cantando Gardel.

English lyrics of the Milonga "Cien guitarras"

The other day the mailman
passed by and handed me a letter,
passed by and handed me a letter;
such a big surprise it was,
I assure you, my friend,
I trembled, as I never expect
to receive any kind of message.
I opened the letter straightaway,
and imagine my shock, my brother,
at the invitation sent
by the fellows from above.

Listen, I want to tell you
what the letter said,
what the letter said:
“For you, with joy,
we send this letter,
you’ll know we are together
happy and united,
soon we’ll go downtown
in a magnificent parade,
down that Corrientes Street
we so dearly love.

Bandoneons will march,
violins, flutes, and violas,
violins, flutes, and violas,
La Paquita, Bardi, Arolas,
Maglio, Pacho, the Kid Ernesto,
as well Betinotti, Greco,
Contursi with his suburb,
Magaldi, ever so heartfelt,
all will head to the center
to make that gathering
an immortal memory.

The violas will lead
scented with lush geraniums,
scented with lush geraniums,
adorned by an angel
in white and sky blue,
and although hard to mention,
such is the fondness for him,
do heed me this time
I ask you to stop traffic:
“My beloved Buenos Aires,
when I get to see you again,”
Gardel sings along.

Cien guitarras by Raúl Hormaza

Cien guitarras is a Tango written by Raúl Hormaza and composed by Arturo Gallucci.



Story behind the Tango Cien guitarras

The lyrics of “Cien guitarras” unwrap through a poignant letter received by the narrator, who shares the surprising and impactful content. This letter is an invitation from deceased icons of tango, describing a spectral parade down Buenos Aires’ Avenida Corrientes, celebrating the vibrant culture of tango in its golden epoch. These characters, including Gardel, symbolize the unbreakable spirit and the continuing influence of tango in Argentine culture.



Symbolism of Cien guitarras

“Cien guitarras” encapsulates deep symbolism through its evocation of famous tango musicians and singers. The parade of instruments — bandoneons, violins, flutes, and violas — symbolizes the various layers and richness of tango music. Mentioning prominent figures like Gardel serenading “Mi Buenos Aires querido” underscores a deep affection for the city of Buenos Aires. The flowers “de malvón bien perfumadas” adorned by angels in national colors evoke a sense of patriotic pride and nostalgia.



Cien guitarras in historic Context

Recorded in 1947, “Cien guitarras” echoes a time post-WWII where Argentina was amidst significant social and political changes. Tango music often served as a reflective medium for the people’s sentiments. Importantly, referencing the march down the emblematic Calle Corrientes, a cultural hotspot in Buenos Aires, underlines how tango music – and its champions – are intertwined with the city’s identity and cultural history.



Raúl Hormaza

Raúl Hormaza was an Argentine tango lyricist known for his heartfelt and culturally rich compositions.