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Pastora

Pastora is a Tango written by Alfredo De Angelis and recorded by Osmar Maderna in 1948. The Tango Pastora is written by Alfredo De Angelis, Osmar Maderna has recorded Pastora with the singer Pedro Datila.
“Pastora,” meaning “Shepherdess” in English, is a musical ode to guidance and nurturing. Like a gentle hand leading a flock, this piece conjures images of serene landscapes where harmony prevails. It evokes the grace and strength of one who tends to life’s rhythms, weaving a melodic tapestry of care and protection.

Tango

Style

Osmar Maderna

Orchestra

Pedro Datila

Singer

José Rótulo

Author

Alfredo De Angelis

Composer

1948/4/5

Date

Pedro Datila
Pedro Datila
Osmar Maderna
Osmar Maderna

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Pastora recorded by other Orchestras

Pastora recorded by other Orchestras

1948/4/5 – Titere – Osmar Maderna
1948/4/6 – Dejame en paz – Osvaldo Pugliese
1948/4/6 – Patetico – Osvaldo Pugliese
1948/4/8 – Como tu – Francini-Pontier
1948/4/8 – El pecoso – Francini-Pontier
Pastora – 1948/4/16 – Alfredo De Angelis – Carlos Dante
Julio Martel
Pastora – 1964/5/1 – Alfredo De Angelis – Juan Carlos Godoy
Roberto Mancini
Pastora – 1948/4/5 – Osmar Maderna – Pedro Datila

Lyrics Translation of the Tango Pastora

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

Letra del Tango Pastora

Viene serpenteando la quebrada

la pastora, su majada

y su tarara, ra, ra, ra, rá…

Rubia del color de los trigales

y rumor de manantiales

su ta, ra, ra, ra, ra, ra, ra, rá…

Canta como cantan

los que sueñan en la vida,

ríe como ríen

los que tienen alegrías.

Nadie le conoce alguna queja,

sólo va con sus ovejas

y su tarara, ra, ra, rá….



Quién fue que robó tu voz,

que ya no se escucha más,

solita se ve pastar

aquella nube de ovejitas montaraz.



Cuentan que ya nunca más,

se la verá por el lugar.

Se ha caído al pedregal

de donde ya no volverá

porque una estrella la llevó

donde se va sin regresar.

Se fue sin volver jamás

y ha dejado como un rezo

su ta, ra, ra, ra, ra, rá…



Dicen los arrieros que regresan,

que al pasar por la quebrada

se oye un ta, ra, ra, ra, ra, rá…

Cuentan que es la voz de pastora,

que su canto se hace llanto

con el ta, ra, ra, ra, ra, rá…



Caminito va de la quebrada

la majada…

Sin tener quién guíe

su camino y su destino

cuando se hace noche en la montaña

se oye suave la tonada

de quien nunca volverá.

English lyrics of the Tango "Pastora"

Winding through the narrow gully

comes the shepherdess, her flock

and her tarara, ra, ra, ra, rá…

Blonde as the color of wheat fields

and the sound of springs

her ta, ra, ra, ra, ra, ra, ra, rá…

She sings as those who dream

in life sing,

laughs as those who have joy

laugh.

No one hears her complain,

she just goes on with her sheep

and her tarara, ra, ra, rá…

Who stole your voice,

that is no longer heard,

alone is seen grazing

that cloud of wild little sheep.

They say that never again

will she be seen around the place.

She has fallen to the rocky ground

from where she will never return

because a star took her

to a place of no return.

She left never to return again

and has left like a prayer

her ta, ra, ra, ra, ra, rá…

The muleteers returning say,

that when passing through the gully

one can hear a ta, ra, ra, ra, ra, rá…

They say it’s the shepherdess’ voice,

that her song turns to weeping

with the ta, ra, ra, ra, ra, rá…

Little path goes from the gully

the flock…

Without having someone to guide

their way and their destiny

when night falls on the mountain

softly plays the tune

of one who will never return.

Pastora by José Rótulo

Pastora is a Tango written by José Rótulo and composed by Alfredo De Angelis.



Story behind the Tango Pastora

At the heart of ‘Pastora’ lies a poignant tale of a shepherdess, symbolizing purity and simplicity, narrated with an intertwined sense of loss and nostalgia. The lyrics vividly portray the shepherdess wandering through the valleys with her flock, encapsulating her in a daily routine marked by a repetitive chant—her “tarara.” Yet, as the lyrics unfold, it is revealed that her presence and voice have faded away, leaving behind a haunting echo that the local drivers claim to hear as they pass by the valley. The narrative evolves into a sorrowful account of her disappearance, slickly transitioning from a lively portrait to a melancholic legend.



Symbolism of Pastora

‘Pastora’ is rich in symbolism, focusing on themes of innocence and transcendence. The shepherdess herself is a metaphor for youth and purity, her simple life juxtaposed with the complex emotions of those observing or reminiscing about her. The “tarara” chant represents the rhythm and cycle of daily life, echoing persistence and continuity. Further deepening these themes, her transformation into a legend depicts the inevitable passage of time and the ephemeral nature of human existence. The transformation metaphor—suggested by her believed ascent guided by ‘una estrella’ to a place beyond return—underscores themes of loss but also suggests a poetic spiritual ascension.



Pastora in historic Context

Created in 1948, ‘Pastora’ emerged in a post-war Argentina, a period marked by significant social and political changes. This environment might have influenced the poignancy and reflective tone of the song. During this time, Tango was not only a dance and musical expression but also an outlet for conveying complex human emotions and narratives. Argentina, rich in its rural and pastoral landscapes, provides the perfect backdrop for a story centered around a shepherdess—linking everyday human experiences with the broader cultural and geographical identity of the country.



José Rótulo

José Rótulo was a significant figure in the world of Tango, known for his profound lyrical contributions that often captured complex human emotions and societal narratives.