Fabrice Knecht Tango DJ
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These Tangos, Valses, and Milongas were recorded around the same time. Take a look to discover what else this orchestra—or others—may have recorded during the same week or even on the exact same day.
Tristeza criolla is a Tango written by Julián de Charras and composed by Ignacio Corsini.
Tristeza criolla, translated to English as “Creole Sadness,” recounts a poignant tale of change and loss in the rural landscapes of Argentina. The lyrics depict a once-vibrant ranch now quiet, devoid of flowers, the abandoned guitar, and the absence of familiar sounds of life and joy—the malambo dance, the singing to lost love, and the call of zorzal. These verses evoke a feeling of deep nostalgia for a past brimming with life, now merely a memory.
In this tango, the symbolism anchors heavily on elements of Argentine rural culture. The ranch, guitars, malambo, and the Pericón Nacional dance, are all cultural references that represent the traditional Argentine spirit. The mention of “la morocha de ojos negros” symbolizes the classic beauty of Argentine women, enhancing the song’s longing tone. The “pampero,” a strong wind, and the “ombú,” a massive, enduring tree, symbolize the forces of nature and time that sweep away the old ways. The setting is evocative of a bygone era, now remembered as a ghostly presence in the silenced, still nature—suggesting that the land itself mourns its lost vibrancy.
The song was created in 1954, a period of significant social and political changes in Argentina. During this period, Argentina was experiencing a shift from rural to more urban-centric perspectives following the industrial growth and the consequential decline in traditional rural lifestyles. Julián de Charras captures this transformation affecting the Argentine Creoles deeply, encapsulating the sense of loss that came with modernization, potentially losing connection with the roots and traditions that once defined them. The evocation of this ‘sadness’ is a mournful reminiscence of a disappearing way of life.
Julián de Charras was an esteemed Argentine writer, known for his deep connection and contributions to the Tango genre, encapsulating the spirit and transformations of Argentine culture in his works.