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El choclo

El choclo is a Tango written by Angel Villoldo and recorded by Carlos di Sarli in 1954. Carlos di Sarli has recorded El choclo as an instrumental Tango.
“El Choclo,” translated into English as “The Corn Cob,” is a piece that symbolizes the essence of life’s dance. The corn cob, like the tango, is a staple, a source of nourishment, and a humble yet integral part of cultural identity. Through its melody, “El Choclo” captures the pulse of tradition and the heart’s deep yearning.

Tango

Style

Carlos di Sarli

Orchestra

Instrumental

Singer

Angel Villoldo

Author

Angel Villoldo

Composer

1954/4/21

Date

Instrumental
Instrumental
Carlos di Sarli
Carlos di Sarli

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El choclo recorded by other Orchestras

El choclo recorded by other Orchestras

1954/4/21 – Una fija – Carlos di Sarli
1954/4/21 – Buenos Aires yo te canto – Carlos di Sarli
1954/4/21 – Del barrio de las latas – Carlos di Sarli
1954/4/21 – Soy una fiera – Alfredo De Angelis
1954/4/21 – Un kilo de tango – Alfredo De Angelis
El choclo – 1954/4/21 – Carlos di Sarli – Instrumental
El choclo – 1954/6/30 – Carlos di Sarli – Instrumental
El choclo – 1937/7/26 – Juan D-Arienzo – Instrumental
El choclo – 1954/8/13 – Juan D-Arienzo – Instrumental
El choclo – 1948/5/7 – Juan D-Arienzo – Instrumental
El choclo – 1963/12/4 – Juan D-Arienzo – Instrumental
El choclo – 1941/11/13 – Angel d-Agostino – Angel Vargas
El choclo – 1964/4/7 – Miguel Calo – Instrumental
El choclo – 1947/9/11 – Osvaldo Fresedo – Instrumental
El choclo – 1952/8/5 – Alfredo De Angelis – Instrumental
El choclo – 1971/5/17 – Alfredo De Angelis – Instrumental
El choclo – 1970/1/1 – Jose Basso –
El choclo – 1956/11/29 – Hector Varela – Instrumental
El choclo – 1962/10/5 – Florindo Sassone – Instrumental
El choclo – 1973/1/1 – Florindo Sassone – Instrumental
El choclo – 1970/6/18 – Enrique Francini – Instrumental
El choclo – 1977/1/1 – Enrique Francini – Instrumental
El choclo – 1940/8/29 – Cuarteto Tipico Roberto Firpo – Instrumental
El choclo – 1973/1/1 – Francini-Pontier – Instrumental
El choclo – 1958/7/4 – Armando Pontier – Instrumental
El choclo – 1987/1/1 – Nuevo Quinteto Real (Horacio Salgan) – Instrumental
El choclo – 1963/1/1 – Horacio Salgan – Instrumental
El choclo – 1929/8/27 – Orquesta Tipica Victor – Instrumental

Letra del Tango El choclo

Vieja milonga
que en mi horas de tristeza,
traes a mi mente
tu recuerdo cariñoso
y encadenandome a tus notas.
Dulcemente,
siento que el alma
se me encoje poco a poco.

Hoy que los años
han blanqueado ya mis sienes,
tango querido,
viejo tango que me embarga,
con la cadencia
de su musica sentida,
recuerdo aquella epoca,
tan linda que se fue.

English lyrics of the Tango "El choclo"

Old milonga
that in my hours of sadness,
bring to my mind
your affectionate memory
and chaining me to your notes.
Sweetly,
I feel my soul
slowly shrinking.

Now that the years
have whitened my temples,
beloved tango,
old tango that overwhelms me,
with the cadence
of its heartfelt music,
I remember that time,
so beautiful that has gone.

El choclo by

El choclo is a Tango written by and composed by Angel Villoldo.

Story behind the Tango El choclo

The lyrics of “El choclo” reflect a deep sense of nostalgia and sentimentality. The speaker expresses a longing for the past, a time when life was perhaps more vibrant and full of youthful vigor. The tango, in its essence, serves as a conduit for the speaker’s memories, a vehicle that transports them back to a cherished period that has since faded away. The tango, personified as an old friend, is a source of comfort during moments of loneliness and reflection, and its melodies stir the soul, evoking both joy and sorrow.

Symbolism of El choclo

The tango itself in “El choclo” serves as a powerful symbol of emotional expression and cultural identity. It symbolizes a connection to the past, carrying the weight of both personal and collective memories. The phrase “que en mi horas de tristeza” highlights the tango’s role as a companion during moments of sadness, while “con la cadencia de su musica sentida” emphasizes the deeply emotional and soulful nature of the music. The line “siento que el alma se me encoje poco a poco” poignantly captures the gradual constriction of the soul as memories resurface.

El choclo in historic Context

Composed in Buenos Aires, Argentina, “El choclo” is deeply rooted in the cultural and historical context of its time. The tango, as a genre, emerged from the immigrant neighborhoods of Buenos Aires during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It was born in a milieu characterized by its diverse cultural influences, and the music itself tells stories of love, longing, and the struggles of everyday life. By the time “El choclo” was penned in 1954, tango had already evolved into a significant cultural symbol of Argentine identity, capturing the complex mix of European and Latin American influences that shaped the city.

Angel Villoldo, the composer of “El choclo,” was a prolific figure in the world of tango. Known for his contributions to the popularization of the tango genre, Villoldo’s work remains a cornerstone in the history of Argentine music.