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El tobiano

El tobiano is a Tango written by Emilio Balcarce and recorded by Osvaldo Pugliese in 1950. Osvaldo Pugliese has recorded El tobiano as an instrumental Tango.
“El Tobiano,” translated to English as “The Piebald,” evokes the vibrant hues of a spirited horse with a striking coat of contrasting patches. This piece gallops through the heart of tango, where each note mirrors the dance of light and shadow. It embodies the essence of a timeless journey, where elegance and boldness sway in harmonious rhythm.

Tango

Style

Osvaldo Pugliese

Orchestra

Instrumental

Singer

Author

Emilio Balcarce

Composer

1950/10/24

Date

Instrumental
Instrumental
Osvaldo Pugliese
Osvaldo Pugliese

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El tobiano recorded by Osvaldo Pugliese

El tobiano is an instrumental Tango composed by Emilio Balcarce.

Interpretation of El tobiano

“El tobiano,” when translated to English, refers to a type of horse coat that is pinto in pattern, characterized by large, solid-colored patches. The music captures the essence and elegance of such a horse, with vivid and contrasting sounds akin to the striking appearance of its coat. Through sweeping melodies and rhythmical shifts, the piece evokes the lively movements and spirited nature of a tobiano horse, galloping gracefully through its musical landscape. The tango unfolds with finesse, capturing the balance between strength and elegance, much like the harmonious coexistence of colors on the tobiano’s hide.



Osvaldo Pugliese and El tobiano

Osvaldo Pugliese’s interpretation of “El tobiano” infuses the piece with the intensity and complexity for which his orchestra is renowned. His arrangement embraces the piece’s inherent dynamics and richness, enhancing the emotive storytelling synonymous with his style. Through skillful orchestration and a deep understanding of tango’s emotional depth, Pugliese artistically articulates the contrasting elements of the tobiano horse, transforming the composition into an auditory journey that mirrors its lively elegance and spirited presence.