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Guitarra gaucha

Guitarra gaucha is a Tango written by Carlos Sánchez and recorded by Osvaldo Fresedo in 1928. The Tango Guitarra gaucha is written by Carlos Sánchez, Osvaldo Fresedo has recorded Guitarra gaucha with the singer Ernesto Famá.
The piece of music “Guitarra gaucha” translates to “Gaucho Guitar” in English. This title evokes the solitary yet spirited essence of the Argentine pampas, where the gaucho soul finds expression through the gentle strumming of strings. The melody captures the stories of open skies and untamed landscapes, resonating with the tales of freedom and tradition.

Tango

Style

Osvaldo Fresedo

Orchestra

Ernesto Famá

Singer

Alfonso Tagle Lara

Author

Carlos Sánchez

Composer

1928/7/17

Date

Ernesto Famá
Ernesto Famá
Osvaldo Fresedo
Osvaldo Fresedo

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Lyrics Translation of the Tango Guitarra gaucha

This is the translation of the Tango “Guitarra gaucha” from Spanish to English. The English lyrics of the Tango “Guitarra gaucha” have been done with AI.

Letra del Tango Guitarra gaucha

Guitarra gaucha, que humilde cantas
De tu tristeza, tu acento dejas,
Como el remedo de aquella queja
Que atardeciendo, suelta el zorzal.

A ratos lloras en tu bordona
Cantas las penas, sabes reír,
Y así entrelazas las alegrías
Con la nostalgia de algún sentir.

Cantando ríes, cantando lloras
Gimiendo imploras, una pasión,
Y con coraje, tus tradiciones
Gritan los sones de tu canción.

Tú eres la envidia de los troveros
Que en el ramaje van a imitar,
El dulce ritmo de tus acordes
Cuando cantando quieres llorar.

Patria murmuras, en tus gemidos
Luego en arrullos hablas de amor,
Y te desgranas en tu milonga
Tu estilo es triste y evocador.

English lyrics of the Tango "Guitarra gaucha"

Gaucho guitar, you humbly sing
of your sadness, leaving your mark,
like the echo of that lament
the thrush releases at dusk.

At times you cry on your low string,
sing of sorrows, know how to laugh,
and so you weave joys together
with the nostalgia of some feelings.

Singing you laugh, singing you cry,
moaning you beg for a passion,
and with courage, your traditions
shout the sounds of your song.

You are the envy of troubadours
who try to imitate in the branches,
the sweet rhythm of your chords
when singing, you want to cry.

Nation you murmur, in your moans,
then in cooing you speak of love,
and you unfold in your milonga,
your style is sad and evocative.

Guitarra gaucha by Alfonso Tagle Lara

Guitarra gaucha is a Tango written by Alfonso Tagle Lara and composed by Carlos Sánchez.



Story behind the Tango Guitarra gaucha

The lyrics of “Guitarra gaucha” poetically anthropomorphize the guitar, attributing to it a voice capable of expressing a wide spectrum of human emotions, from laughter to tears. The guitar, as depicted in the song, channels the soul of the gaucho (South American cowboy), resonating with both their joys and sorrows. It sings of love, longing, and loyalty to tradition, suggesting a deep connection between the gaucho’s identity and their land. This connection is emphasized through the emotional depth and range that the guitar’s music conveys—mirroring the complex inner life of the characters it represents.



Symbolism of Guitarra gaucha

The recurring use of the guitar in the song “Guitarra gaucha” serves as a powerful symbol of Argentine cultural identity. It embodies the spirit of the gauchos, known for their bravery and free-spirited nature. Each strum of the guitar echoes the heartbeats of the pampas (grasslands of Argentina), blending the individual’s emotions with the larger narrative of the land. Phrases like “A ratos lloras en tu bordona” evoke imagery of the guitar crying, symbolizing the melancholic yet resilient spirit of the people. The mention of the zorzal (a local bird known for its melodious song) further roots the piece in its locale, drawing a parallel between natural and musical expressions of emotion.



Guitarra gaucha in historic Context

Recorded in 1928, “Guitarra gaucha” arrives at a time when Argentine society was experiencing significant changes—politically, socially, and economically. The tango, as a genre, often mirrored these transformations, encapsulating the sentiments and struggles of its people. By infusing traditional elements like the gaucho guitar with contemporary musical styles, this song helps preserve and rejuvenate cultural heritage, a poignant reminder of identity amid evolving landscapes. References to “patria” (homeland) and expressions of love and longing in the lyrics reflect a nation’s nostalgia, amidst rapid modernization, for simpler, bygone days.



Alfonso Tagle Lara

Alfonso Tagle Lara was a notable Argentine poet and lyricist, known for his contributions to the tango genre, who deeply embedded national themes and sentiments into his work.