DÁRSENA SUR – I – “SAN TELMO”
for String Orchestra
Duration: 6 minutes
The typical 3-3-2 subdivision with its origin in the milonga, has become one of the characteristic styles of the music from Buenos Aires in the 20th century. It is unmistakably recognized to the world as Buenos Aires music – both in its “adagio” version and faster tempos. Bringing this genre to the symphony orchestra and shaping its formal, melodic, and harmonic possibilities is an extremely stimulating game.
My desire to spread the modern tango style of my city is manifested in this movement. While combining it with the sonata form – one of the most typical forms of classicism – the melodies add a touch of surprise and novelty while intertwining with the harmonies. This mixture of music remains in the audience’s memory in a way that makes them feel at home.