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La cumparsita

La cumparsita is a Tango written by Gerardo Matos Rodriguez and recorded by José Basso in 1955. José Basso has recorded La cumparsita as an instrumental Tango.
“La Cumparsita,” which translates to “The Little Parade” in English, is a dance of emotion and memory. It captures the essence of fleeting moments and lost loves, weaving together a bittersweet melody that echoes the passage of time. Each note in this tango is a whisper of past joys and sorrows, a subtle procession of life’s enduring parade.

Tango

Style

José Basso

Orchestra

Instrumental

Singer

Gerardo Matos Rodriguez

Author

Gerardo Matos Rodriguez

Composer

1955/9/16

Date

Instrumental
Instrumental
José Basso
José Basso

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La cumparsita recorded by other Orchestras

La cumparsita recorded by other Orchestras

1955/9/16 – Nido gaucho – Carlos di Sarli
1955/9/16 – Verdemar – Carlos di Sarli
1955/9/16 – Amurado – Jose Basso
1955/9/16 – Guardia vieja – Jose Basso
1955/9/16 – La punalada – Jose Basso
La cumparsita – 1943/11/5 – Anibal Troilo – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1942/11/12 – Carlos di Sarli – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1951/7/16 – Carlos di Sarli – Instrumental
La cumparsita – (unknown date) – Anibal Troilo – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1955/6/20 – Carlos di Sarli – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1963/4/9 – Anibal Troilo – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1937/12/14 – Juan D-Arienzo – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1951/9/12 – Juan D-Arienzo – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1943/11/23 – Juan D-Arienzo – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1968/9/11 – Cuarteto Anibal TROILO – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1963/12/10 – Juan D-Arienzo – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1971/12/7 – Juan D-Arienzo – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 2015/1/1 – Juan D-Arienzo – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1946/2/8 – Angel d-Agostino – Angel Vargas
La cumparsita – 1964/4/24 – Miguel Calo – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1927/5/3 – Osvaldo Fresedo – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1943/6/28 – Osvaldo Fresedo – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1979/10/30 – Osvaldo Fresedo – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1926/11/7 – Pedro Laurenz – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1953/9/22 – Pedro Laurenz – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1942/9/10 – Rodolfo Biagi – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1940/11/18 – Ricardo Tanturi – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1935/5/6 – Edgardo Donato – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1944/6/3 – Alfredo De Angelis – Nestor Rodi
La cumparsita – 1961/8/29 – Alfredo De Angelis – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1953/1/22 – Enrique Rodriguez – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1955/9/16 – Jose Basso – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1956/7/26 – Jose Basso – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1961/4/28 – Jose Basso – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1983/1/1 – Jose Basso –
La cumparsita – 1968/5/2 – Hector Varela – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1956/11/29 – Hector Varela – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1954/11/25 – Hector Varela – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1966/3/21 – Florindo Sassone – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1973/1/1 – Florindo Sassone – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1968/5/30 – Florindo Sassone – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1957/1/1 – Astor Piazzolla – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1951/1/1 – Astor Piazzolla – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1950/5/17 – Osmar Maderna – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1977/1/1 – Enrique Francini – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1928/1/11 – Roberto Firpo – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1917/1/1 – Roberto Firpo – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1937/7/4 – Cuarteto Tipico Roberto Firpo – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1973/1/1 – Francini-Pontier – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1946/12/16 – Francini-Pontier – Alberto Podesta
La cumparsita – 1955/9/13 – Armando Pontier – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 211/12/1 – Horacio Salgan – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1987/1/1 – Nuevo Quinteto Real (Horacio Salgan) – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1930/1/1 – Julio De Caro – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1926/5/12 – Orquesta Tipica Victor – Instrumental

La cumparsita recorded by José Basso


La cumparsita is an instrumental Tango composed by Gerardo Matos Rodriguez.



Interpretation of La cumparsita


The name “La cumparsita,” translated to English, means “The Little Parade” or “The Little Procession.” As an instrumental piece, it evokes imagery of a vibrant yet melancholic procession, capturing the essence of life’s fleeting moments. The music combines dramatic and poignant melodies with rhythmic undertones typical of tango, reflecting both joy and sorrow. It compels the audience to visualize the colorful yet ephemeral nature of parades, highlighting the passage of time and the transient beauty of life.



José Basso and La cumparsita


José Basso, a renowned figure in the tango scene, brings a unique interpretation to “La cumparsita” through his orchestra. His version captures the traditional spirit of the piece while infusing it with the energy and precision for which his ensemble is known. Basso’s arrangement emphasizes the dramatic crescendos and subtle nuances of the music, showcasing the emotive power of tango. The performance resonates with listeners by delivering both the haunting beauty and the dynamic rhythms that make “La cumparsita” a timeless classic.