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El choclo

El choclo is a Tango written by Angel Villoldo and recorded by Florindo Sassone in 1973. Florindo Sassone has recorded El choclo as an instrumental Tango.
“El Choclo,” which translates to “The Corn Cob,” is a vibrant and evocative tango masterpiece that captures the essence of Argentine culture. The title, seemingly simple, symbolizes both the grounding and nourishing roots of tradition and the intricate dance of life’s rhythms. This music, like corn itself, is a staple that feeds the soul and ignites the spirit.

Tango

Style

Florindo Sassone

Orchestra

Instrumental

Singer

Angel Villoldo

Author

Angel Villoldo

Composer

1973/1/1

Date

Instrumental
Instrumental
Florindo Sassone
Florindo Sassone

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El choclo recorded by other Orchestras

El choclo recorded by other Orchestras

1973/1/1 – Royal Pigall (Que has hecho de mi carino) – Hector Varela
1973/1/1 – Fueron tres anos – Hector Varela
1973/1/1 – Y te parece todavia – Hector Varela
1973/1/1 – Con flauta y guitarra – Hector Varela
1973/1/1 – Asi bailaban mis abuelos – Hector Varela
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,

brings to my mind

your affectionate memory

and binds me to your notes.

Sweetly,

I feel my soul

shrink little by little.



Now that the years

have turned my temples gray,

beloved tango,

old tango that overwhelms me,

with the cadence

of its heartfelt music,

I remember that time,

so beautiful, now gone.

El choclo by Angel Villoldo

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

Story behind the Tango El choclo

“El choclo” is a nostalgic reflection expressed through the lens of tango, a cultural staple of Argentina. The lyrics speak of a “vieja milonga,” which sets a tone of reminiscence about the past. This old dance form metaphorically brings back cherished memories during moments of sorrow. Angel Villoldo, through his poignant lyrics, conveys a profound connection to tango’s emotional depths, which `encadenandome a tus notas`–binds him to its notes, suggesting a deep and almost inseparable relationship with the music.



Symbolism of El choclo

The term “El choclo” translates to “The Corn Cob” in English, but in the context of this tango, it symbolizes something much deeper. It serves as an embodiment of fundamental and nourishing experiences, much like corn is a staple food. The imagery of having one’s hair turned white with age `han blanqueado ya mis sienes` juxtaposes the enduring freshness and vitality of the tango music, suggesting that while physical forms may age, the spirit enlivened by the music remains young. This use of contrast enriches the emotional texture of the song.



El choclo in Historic Context

Although the 1934 recording date of “El choclo” might be seen as a clerical error in this specific content prompt (given the mention of 1973), it doesn’t affect the timeless quality of Villoldo’s work. Historically, tango emerged in the late 19th and early 20th centuries among the lower classes of Buenos Aires, and quickly became a part of Argentinian national identity. Against this backdrop, “El choclo,” with its reflective lyrics about the evocative power of tango, serves to remind us how deeply this dance form is woven into the cultural fabric of Argentina. The expressions of nostalgia and sentimental value echo the national sentiment toward tango during periods of societal changes and upheaval.



Angel Villoldo

Angel Villoldo, often hailed as one of the fathers of tango, was an Argentine musician, songwriter, and one of the pioneers in the development of the tango genre in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.