tango
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Dipi Kvitko, tango guitar concert in Toulouse
The guitar has special status in Argentina, and the standard of playing there continues to impress. Diego "Dipi" Kvitko, who lives and works in Buenos Aires, figures currently as one the most respected guitarists in tango. His knowledge of the repertoire and his musicianship speak for themselves. In late March 2026 he came to Toulouse to play two concerts as part of his famous duo with the singer Walter "Chino" Laborde. The evening before these public events in the town centre he also played a solo house concert for an invited audience where he shared the inventiveness and musical sense which have made his reputation. I was lucky enough to…
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Meet & greet with Gotan Project
"La Revancha del Tango", the Gotan Project debut album, was released in October 2001. Even if the group had been around for 2 years,, for the general public Gotan Project was a new name which raised questions : Who are these people? Where does their music come from? Some say it's tango others say it's electro tango, but who's right? One song on that debut album, called "Chunga's Revenge", gave answers to all of these questions in a sort of meet & greet. For those with ears to hear, it presented all the members of Gotan Project by name. It takes two to tango so, if you're ready ...
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Football, acting, tango – learning to think on your feet
Laurent de Chanterac's journey from football to tango reflects a life of transformation and adaptation, spanning several disciplines and learning methods. His experience, initially effortless in football but demanding in acting, signifies the evolving nature of personal development. His testimony combines physicality with education, emphasizing the importance of learning through encounters and practical engagement rather than conventional schooling. This narrative culminates in his dedication to teaching tango with partner Christine Caminade, encapsulating a philosophy of continuous personal growth and adaptation across varied life experiences.
