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La capilla blanca

La capilla blanca is a Tango written by Carlos di Sarli and recorded by Carlos di Sarli in 1953. The Tango La capilla blanca is written by Carlos di Sarli, Carlos di Sarli has recorded La capilla blanca with the singer Mario Pomar.
“La capilla blanca,” or “The White Chapel,” evokes a serene and timeless melody. The white chapel stands as a serene symbol of purity and peace, its walls whispering the stories of love and longing. Each note dances gracefully like sunlight filtering through stained glass, filling the space with memories both tender and eternal.

Tango

Style

Carlos di Sarli

Orchestra

Mario Pomar

Singer

Héctor Marcó

Author

Carlos di Sarli

Composer

1953/6/26

Date

Mario Pomar
Mario Pomar
Carlos di Sarli
Carlos di Sarli

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La capilla blanca recorded by other Orchestras

La capilla blanca recorded by other Orchestras

1953/6/26 – Clavel del aire – Carlos di Sarli
1953/6/26 – Tu palida voz – Carlos di Sarli
1953/6/26 – Un lamento – Carlos di Sarli
1953/6/26 – Carnaval (2) – Francisco Rotundo
1953/6/26 – La casita esta triste – Francisco Rotundo
La capilla blanca – 1944/7/11 – Carlos di Sarli – Alberto Podesta
La capilla blanca – 1953/6/26 – Carlos di Sarli – Mario Pomar
La capilla blanca – 1986/1/1 – Jose Basso – Quique Ojeda

Lyrics Translation of the Tango La capilla blanca

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

Letra del Tango La capilla blanca

En la capilla blanca
de un pueblo provinciano,
muy junto a un arroyuelo de cristal,
me hincaban a rezar
tus manos…
Tus manos que encendían
mi corazón de niño.
Y al pie de un Santo Cristo,
las aguas del cariño
me dabas de beber.

Feliz nos vio la luna
bajar por la montaña,
siguiendo las estrellas,
bebiendo entre tus cabras,
un ánfora de amor…
Y hoy son aves oscuras
esas tímidas campanas
que doblan a lo lejos
el toque de oración.
Tu voz murió en el río,
y en la capilla blanca,
quedó un lugar vacío
¡Vacío como el alma
de los dos…!

En la capilla blanca
de un pueblo provinciano,
muy junto a un arroyuelo de cristal,
presiento sollozar
tus labios…
Y cuando con sus duendes
la noche se despierta
al pie de Santo Cristo,
habrá una rosa muerta,
¡que ruega por los dos!

English lyrics of the Tango "La capilla blanca"

In the white chapel
of a provincial town,
right by a crystal brook,
your hands urged me to pray…
Your hands that lit up
my childish heart.
And by a Holy Christ,
the waters of love
you offered me to drink.

The moon saw us joyful
descending the mountain,
following the stars,
drinking among your goats,
an amphora of love…
And now those timid bells
are dark birds,
ringing far away
the call to prayer.
Your voice died in the river,
and in the white chapel,
a place was left empty
Empty like the soul
of us both…!

In the white chapel
of a provincial town,
right by a crystal brook,
I sense your lips sobbing…
And when the night awakens
with its sprites,
by the Holy Christ,
there will be a dead rose,
praying for us both!

La capilla blanca by

La capilla blanca is a Tango written by and composed by Carlos di Sarli.

Story behind the Tango La capilla blanca

“La capilla blanca” unfolds as a deeply nostalgic and melancholic reflection on lost love and innocence, set against the backdrop of a provincial village. The imagery of the white chapel—a symbol of purity and sacredness—stands central in the narrative, where once there was joy and genuine connection, now lies emptiness and grief. In the song, the protagonist reminisces about the emotional bonds and the simple yet profound happiness shared in the past, now overshadowed by an overwhelming sense of vacancy and longing.

Symbolism of La capilla blanca

The “capilla blanca” itself serves as a powerful symbol of purity, hope, and spiritual refuge. Its whiteness suggests innocence and the sacred. The “arroyuelo de cristal”—a crystal-clear stream—is symbolic of clarity, purity, and the flow of life. The Santo Cristo at whose feet rituals of love were shared, symbolizes a place of blessing turned silent witness to sorrow. The “rosa muerta” or dead rose highlights the inevitable decay of love once vibrant. This vivid imagery enriches the meaning, bringing forth the contrast between past joy and current desolation.

La capilla blanca in historic Context

Composed in 1953, this tango emerges from mid-20th century Argentina, a time when societal shifts made themes of nostalgia and lost purity resonant. Buenos Aires, known for its rich tango culture, frames the song with a melancholic air, reflective of societal transformation and the personal turbulence this often brought about. Tangos of that era frequently explored themes of unrequited love and change, capturing the fleeting nature of happiness. The chapel and village set against the timeless Argentine landscape situate the song within the cultural heartland, evoking a sense of rustic simplicity now gone.

Carlos di Sarli, an Argentine composer, was renowned for his contributions to tango music, weaving emotional depth and sophisticated musicality into his works. His compositions often blended traditional and modern elements, influencing generations thereafter.