Special concert marking the centenary of the Anthem of the Tango will be held at The Arts Center at NYU Abu Dhabi on 23 November 2017

Performed by the iconic Uruguayan bandoneònist Hector Ulises Passarella and his band, accompanied by H.E. Nelson Yemil Chabén, the Ambassador of Uruguay to the UAE

Abu Dhabi, UAE - Under the patronage of H.E. Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahayan, Minister of Tolerance, and ahead of the official launch of the Abu Dhabi Festival 2018 headline programme, Abu Dhabi Music & Arts Foundation (ADMAF) presents The Centenary of ‘La Cumparsita,’ a celebratory concert marking 100 years of the anthem of the tangos. Taking place on 23 November 2017, the Arab World Premiere performance is presented in partnership with the Embassy of Uruguay and in association with The Arts Center at NYU Abu Dhabi.

Performed by the iconic Uruguayan bandoneònist Hector Ulises Passarella and his band, the evening will celebrate the definitive anthem of the tangos reaching its 100th anniversary and the instrument’s expressive and powerful sound – demonstrating why it is synonymous with the passionate tango. A programme of iconic works including contemporary and traditional tangos, as well as innovative arrangements of pieces by Chopin and Bach, will showcase the diversity of the artform and the instrument.

Héctor Ulises Passarella is considered to be one of the best bandoneòn players of all time as well as one of the most acclaimed composers of modern Tango. He will be joined by acclaimed bandoneònists – his son Robert Passarella, Tania Colangeli, and Marco Di Blasio. In this special celebratory concert, hosted in collaboration with the Embassay of Uruguay in the UAE, including H.E. Nelson Yemil Chabén, Ambassador of Uruguay to the UAE, performing on piano.

The special pre-Festival reflects Abu Dhabi Festival’s expanding year-round programming which includes international co-commissions and collaborative events showcasing the cultural diversity of the UAE and the centrality of music and art in developing strong diplomatic ties and cross-cultural dialogues.

For further information on schedules, venues and performances please visit the Festival website www.abudhabifestival.ae. Abu Dhabi Festival can also be followed on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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