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Organito de la tarde

Organito de la tarde is a Tango written by Cátulo Castillo and recorded by Juan D’Arienzo in 1967. Juan D’Arienzo has recorded Organito de la tarde as an instrumental Tango.
“Organito de la tarde,” or “Little Organ of the Afternoon,” carries the wistful echoes of a bygone day. This tune unfolds like a memory-laden stroll through quiet, sunlit streets, where the notes dance nostalgically on the breeze. It evokes a tender longing, wrapping the listener in the warm embrace of golden hour reflections.

Tango

Style

Juan D'Arienzo

Orchestra

Instrumental

Singer

Author

Cátulo Castillo

Composer

1967/7/27

Date

Instrumental
Instrumental
Juan D'Arienzo
Juan D’Arienzo

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Organito de la tarde recorded by other Orchestras

Organito de la tarde recorded by other Orchestras

1967/7/27 – Papas calientes – Juan D-Arienzo
1967/7/27 – El chupete – Juan D-Arienzo
1967/7/27 – Ahi va el dulce – Juan D-Arienzo
1967/7/27 – Inspiracion – Juan D-Arienzo
1967/7/27 – Que noche – Juan D-Arienzo
Organito de la tarde – 1942/11/30 – Carlos di Sarli – Instrumental
Organito de la tarde – 1951/10/23 – Carlos di Sarli – Instrumental
Organito de la tarde – 1954/8/31 – Carlos di Sarli – Instrumental
Organito de la tarde – 1967/7/27 – Juan D-Arienzo – Instrumental
Organito de la tarde – 1956/3/24 – Rodolfo Biagi – Instrumental
Organito de la tarde – 1970/1/1 – Jose Basso –
Organito de la tarde – 1959/10/8 – Florindo Sassone – Andres Peiro
Organito de la tarde – 1968/6/3 – Florindo Sassone – Instrumental
Organito de la tarde – 1960/1/1 – Quinteto Real (Horacio Salgan) – Instrumental

Organito de la tarde recorded by Juan D’Arienzo

Organito de la tarde is an instrumental Tango composed by Cátulo Castillo.

Interpretation of Organito de la tarde

“Organito de la tarde,” when translated to English, means “Little Organ of the Afternoon.” This evocative name suggests a piece of music that conjures images of a serene, nostalgic evening in Buenos Aires as the sun begins to set. The sound of the organito, a small street organ often played in neighborhoods during the early 20th century, symbolizes a connection to the past. The composition likely captures the essence of a calm afternoon, a moment frozen in time where everyday life slows down and memories linger like fading lilac shadows in the golden light of the setting sun.

Juan D’Arienzo and Organito de la tarde

Juan D’Arienzo, known as the “King of Rhythm,” brings “Organito de la tarde” to life with his lively and precise orchestral performance. D’Arienzo’s interpretation adds an energetic yet melancholic groove, highlighting the rhythmic patterns that define tango. His orchestra beautifully balances the tempo and mood, infusing the composition with a spirited beat while respecting its inherent nostalgia. The result is a rendition that engages listeners with both its dynamic energy and its tender homage to simpler times, making it a cherished piece among tango enthusiasts.