TANGOS : from Gardel to Piazzolla

Sensual Spanish Accent Arrives by Way of Quebec « … Led by Mr. Larrea on bandoneón, the musicians consistently played up the wit and teased out the more ambiguous elements of their material, with the singer Verónica Larc joining them every few songs for an extra infusion of earthy sensuality. The musicians' feeling and respect was woven into every note, while the pianist Louise-Andrée Baril was a particularly delightful presence. » « … The dancing, meanwhile, built much of its erotic charge through restraint. This is, after all, an art in which two steps forward and one step back isn't progress but foreplay. The most severe and fiery of the three couples were Leah Barsky and Carlos Cañedo. (Who knew the man could smile till the final curtain call?) Their legs sliced wickedly through turns and kicks like whirring blades, and they maintained gorgeous control while plunging into deep, aggressive lunges. » Claudia La Rocco,New York Times, USA

This show features the talent of two prominent figures in the history of tango: Gardel and Piazzolla. Their contributions to the foundation and modernization of the century-old international tradition are exceptional. Artistic Director Romulo Larrea offers a vibrant version of their work and that of their peers.

He embraces the authentic expression of the traditional tango as well as the pulsating modernity of contemporary tango. Integrating music, dance and song, Larrea brings to light a challenging repertoire and inspiring lyrics. The world premiere was a hit in April 2011 at the mythical Town Hall Theatre on Broadway. Let yourself be seduced!

Upcoming shows:

March 8th 2013 – 8:00pm, Flato Markham Theatre, Ontario
http://www.markham.ca/wps/portal/Markham/
RecreationCulture/MarkhamTheatre

March 19th 2013 – 8:00pm, L'Étoile Banque Nationale, Quartier DIX30, Brossard
A show to support the Fondation Hôpital Charles-LeMoyne
http://www.letoilebanquenationale.ca/
Fondation Hôpital Charles-LeMoyne will receive a 15$ donation per ticket sold.
This evening is about community involvement coupled to a great cultural event
in support of a hospital in the South-Shore area.
Join us and help us make this evening a great success

March 22nd 2013 – 8:00pm, Palais Montcalm, Québec
http://www.palaismontcalm.ca/

April 12th 2013 – 8:00pm, Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center
at College of the Canyons, CA
http:// www.canyonspac.com/

April 14th 2013 – 7:00pm, San Luis Obispo Performing Arts Center, CA
http://www.pacslo.org/

Returning to Broadway for a fifth time, the Ensemble presented Tango For lovers only on June 22nd 2012 at the Town Hall Theatre with 14 artists on stage. It showcased the highlights of their international artistic journey in an exclusive presentation for Broadway. The show has once again received an amazing welcome performing once more with a full house.

To read the New York Press review CLICK HERE.

Back to Europe for a second consecutive year, the Ensemble and its artists presented their show in Italy for two nights as part of Invito alla Danza Festival and in The Netherlands at Klassiek op Locatie Festival in association with the cultural component of the Floriade 2012. Romulo Larrea and its artists were applauded by music lovers and critics.

For more details and photos visit www.spotlightontango.com.

In music, song and dance
Created around the bandoneon player Romulo Larrea, this show offers the bandoneon at its best in an intimate presentation. The trio of bandoneon, guitar and bass offers a sensitive performance that allows the public to discover, through its history and anecdotes, the love story between the tango and the bandoneon. An inspired couple of tango dancers complete this exciting program.

Upcoming shows:
 
February 8th 2013 – 8:00pm, Maisons de la Culture Mercier
http://www.accesculture.com/

February 16th, 2013 - 8 :00pm, Maison de la culture Rosemont - La Petite-Patrie
Salle Jean-Eudes
http://www.accesculture.com/

February 17th 2013 – 3:00pm, Salle Pauline-Julien, Pierrefonds
http://www.pauline-julien.com/

February 28th 2013 – 8:00pm, Maison de la Culture Notre-Dame-de Grace http://www.accesculture.com/
 

Verónica Larc, a beautiful voice.
Yoel Diaz, an extraordinary pianist.

Pianist, composer and arranger, he offers an exquisite fusion of Cuban music and rhythms of the world. From Ernesto Lecuona's classics to his own contemporary compositions, Diaz's music leads the way!

2012 marked the release of his piano solo album entitled Origen in synch with the show entitled El nuevo piano de Cuba that has received a warm welcome from the press. The prolific composer reveals a more percussive and lyrical piano. His imaginative musical approach perfectly blends the rhythms of traditional Cuban music and the contemporary jazz harmony.

Upcoming show:

Yoel Diaz, piano solo
April 14th, 2013 – 11:00, Grand Théâtre de Québec, Foyer de la Salle Louis-Fréchette
Série Croissants-Musique
http://www.grandtheatre.qc.ca/files/depliant12_13_web.pdf

Verónica Larc, a beautiful voice.
Yoel Diaz, an extraordinary pianist.

Pianist, composer and arranger, he offers an exquisite fusion of Cuban music and rhythms of the world. From Ernesto Lecuona’s classics to his own contemporary compositions, Diaz’s music leads the way!

Discover the artist, actor and playwright, Mr. Romain, and his vision of the world and the human kind. An invitation to his contemporary stage of words and voices.

Romartis Clásica welcomes Louise-Andrée Baril, internationally acclaimed pianist.
In this program, she reveals French and Spanish music at a zenith through great composers such as De Falla, Granados, Albéniz, Ravel, Debussy and more.

Visit us for more details to come!