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El pollo Ricardo

El pollo Ricardo is a Tango written by Luis Alberto Fernandez and recorded by Héctor Varela in 1966. Héctor Varela has recorded El pollo Ricardo as an instrumental Tango.
“El pollo Ricardo,” or “Ricardo the Chicken,” is a lively tango that invites us into a whimsical dance of feathers and flair. The spirited melody captures the essence of Ricardo, a character both light-hearted and bold, strutting through life with charisma. Through its playful chords, it paints a portrait of vivacity and the joy of being unapologetically oneself.

Tango

Style

Héctor Varela

Orchestra

Instrumental

Singer

Author

Luis Alberto Fernandez

Composer

1966/9/30

Date

Instrumental
Instrumental
Héctor Varela
Héctor Varela

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El pollo Ricardo recorded by other Orchestras

El pollo Ricardo recorded by other Orchestras

1966/9/30 – Comme il faut – Hector Varela
1966/10/1 – Asi era ella muchachos – Osvaldo Pugliese
1966/10/1 – Locura tanguera – Osvaldo Pugliese
1966/9/27 – Fatalmente nada – Miguel Calo
1966/9/27 – Verdemar – Miguel Calo
El pollo Ricardo – 1940/9/23 – Carlos di Sarli – Instrumental
El pollo Ricardo – 1946/3/29 – Carlos di Sarli – Instrumental
El pollo Ricardo – 1951/7/16 – Carlos di Sarli – Instrumental
El pollo Ricardo – 1952/11/12 – Juan D-Arienzo – Instrumental
El pollo Ricardo – 1947/5/20 – Juan D-Arienzo – Instrumental
El pollo Ricardo – 1966/9/30 – Hector Varela – Instrumental
El pollo Ricardo – 1964/1/1 – Quinteto Real (Horacio Salgan) – Instrumental

El pollo Ricardo recorded by Héctor Varela


El pollo Ricardo is an instrumental Tango composed by Luis Alberto Fernandez.



Interpretation of El pollo Ricardo

“El pollo Ricardo” translates to “Ricardo the Chicken” in English. This playful and unique title suggests a narrative within the music where the composition might take listeners on a whimsical journey. The melody could mimic the strutting and curious nature of a chicken named Ricardo, capturing each peck and step with distinct musical phrases.



Imagine the tango begins with a light, staccato rhythm that resembles Ricardo’s cautious exploration of his surroundings. As the piece progresses, the orchestra introduces more vigorous and sweeping sections, symbolizing Ricardo’s adventurous side and responding to the mysteries and challenges of his little world.



The music might then alternate between these lively sections and gentle, reflective melodies, illustrating moments of rest and contemplation. Throughout the piece, each instrument in the orchestra might take turns representing various aspects of Ricardo’s journey, from the violins introducing moments of excitement to the deep, resonant sounds of the bandoneón depicting the more grounded and introspective moments.



Héctor Varela and El pollo Ricardo

Héctor Varela, a prominent figure in tango music, brings “El pollo Ricardo” to life with his orchestra, capturing the essence of the piece’s playful title and translating it into a vibrant auditory experience. Varela’s interpretation likely highlights the danceable and narrative qualities of the tango, bringing out the character and spirit embodied in Ricardo’s musical journey.



Through Varela’s arrangement and the skillful execution by his orchestra, the whimsical story of “Ricardo the Chicken” is given depth and emotion, inviting listeners to imagine not just a chicken, but an entire storyline conveyed through the intricate and passionate language of tango music.