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La guitarrita

La guitarrita is a Tango written by Eduardo Arolas and recorded by Juan D’Arienzo in 1936. Juan D’Arienzo has recorded La guitarrita as an instrumental Tango.
“La guitarrita,” which translates to “The Little Guitar” in English, carries the tender essence of strings whispering tales of longing and nostalgia. The diminutive form evokes an affectionate, intimate connection, like a cherished keepsake from the past. Wrapped in this melody, one finds the gentle pulse of memories woven with hope and a touch of melancholy.

Tango

Style

Juan D'Arienzo

Orchestra

Instrumental

Singer

Gabriel Clausi

Author

Eduardo Arolas

Composer

1936/1/14

Date

Instrumental
Instrumental
Juan D'Arienzo
Juan D’Arienzo

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La guitarrita recorded by other Orchestras

La guitarrita recorded by other Orchestras

1936/1/14 – Silueta portena – Juan D-Arienzo
1936/1/17 – Chique – Edgardo Donato
1936/1/17 – Tengo flor y no lo niego – Edgardo Donato
1935/12/31 – Orillas del Plata – Juan D-Arienzo
1935/12/31 – 9 de Julio – Juan D-Arienzo
La guitarrita – 1928/11/26 – Carlos di Sarli – Instrumental
La guitarrita – 1936/1/14 – Juan D-Arienzo – Instrumental
La guitarrita – 1947/5/13 – Juan D-Arienzo – Instrumental
La guitarrita – 1967/8/16 – Juan D-Arienzo – Instrumental
La guitarrita – 1954/7/14 – Osvaldo Pugliese – Instrumental
La guitarrita – 1949/12/29 – Miguel Calo – Instrumental
La guitarrita – 1930/1/1 – Edgardo Donato – Instrumental
La guitarrita – 1931/1/1 – Edgardo Donato – Instrumental
La guitarrita – 1962/9/10 – Florindo Sassone – Instrumental
La guitarrita – 1951/8/13 – Florindo Sassone – Instrumental

Letra del Tango La guitarrita

Mi guitarrita querida
amiga de mis amores.

Vuelve en la noche hoy, junto a la reja,
el dulce trino; amor de payador,
aroma de jazmín y de glicina,
luna, canción y ella con su amor.
Fue la guitarra así, mi compañera,
la que llenó mis noches de ilusión,
la que alegró mi vida de bohemia,
y encadenó mis sueños a su amor.

Lloré, reí, viví, sufrí,
buscando dulce prenda,
canté, soñé, perdí, gané,
y no encontré la huella.
Al fin triunfé, bebí su amor,
me encariñé a sus trenzas
y la sentí en mi vida
junto a mi corazón.

Como un recuerdo que ha vuelto otra vez,
que yo siempre alenté, que yo siempre soñé.
Hoy te busco como al sueño azul,
con deseo de alcanzar tu amor,
como una imagen que no borraré
la que siempre guardé
y que nunca olvidé
el recuerdo que tu amor me dio,
es nostálgico querer.

English lyrics of the Tango "La guitarrita"

My dear little guitar,
my loves’ friend.

Tonight, by the window grille, returns
the sweet trilling; the love of a troubadour,
scent of jasmine and wisteria,
moon, song, and she with her love.
Thus, the guitar was my companion,
filling my nights with dreams,
brightening my bohemian life,
and chaining my dreams to her love.

I cried, I laughed, I lived, I suffered,
searching for a sweet token,
I sang, I dreamt, I lost, I won,
and yet found no trace.
At last I triumphed, drank in her love,
grew fond of her tresses
and felt her in my life
next to my heart.

Like a memory that has returned once more,
that I always cherished, that I always dreamed of.
Today I seek you like the dream of blue,
with the desire to reach your love,
like an image that I will not erase,
the one I always kept
and never forgot
the memory that your love gave me,
is a nostalgic longing.

La guitarrita by Gabriel Clausi

La guitarrita is a Tango written by Gabriel Clausi and composed by Eduardo Arolas.

Story behind the Tango La guitarrita

The tango “La guitarrita,” poetically captures an intimate relationship between the narrator and his beloved guitar, which serves as a constant companion through diverse life experiences. The lyrics reveal a heartfelt narrative that flows between love for music and deeper personal emotions, including love and loss. The guitar is not only a musical instrument but also a confidant and a contributor to the narrator’s life story, reflecting the intensity of his feelings and memories.

Symbolism of La guitarrita

The symbolism in “La guitarrita” revolves primarily around the guitar, which represents the enduring presence of love and art in one’s life. The personification of the guitar as “mi compañera” (my companion) infuses life into the instrument, making it a central emotional entity. This intimate connection with the guitar symbolizes how deeply cultural and personal histories are intertwined through music. The lyrics “lloré, reí, viví, sufrí” (I cried, I laughed, I lived, I suffered) amplify the range of emotions music can evoke, enhancing the poetic depth and revealing the narrator’s evolving life journey influenced by his beloved guitar.

La guitarrita in historic context

“La guitarrita” emerged in Argentina in 1936, a period rich in cultural expression especially in the realm of Tango. The connecting thread of personal storytelling through Tango reflects a critical aspect of Argentine culture where individual stories of love, loss, and longing are mirrored in expansive musical traditions. This era, marked by emotional and economic experiences, found its reflection in the soulful tunes of Tango, making works like “La guitarrita” not only personal narratives but also collective memoirs of societal emotions.

Gabriel Clausi

Gabriel Clausi was a noteworthy Argentine tango musician known for his contributions to both the composition and arrangement of tangos. His works often evoke deep emotional resonance, characteristic of the Tango genre.