Ricardo Tanturi

Birth Name: Ricardo Tanturi
Artistry: pianist, director, composer
Lived: 1905 - 1973
Alias: El Caballero del Tango

Ricardo Tanturi

Tanturi's prominence lay in his famous orchestra, which for decades stood out, and some of his recordings have become classics
He was born in Buenos Aires to Italian parents
His first instrument was the violin, and then he moved onto the piano
1924 saw the debut of his career when Tanturi played the piano at clubs, festivals and on the radio
In 1933 he formed the Los Indios sextet, which played at cinemas and theaters
He recorded an album in 1937
1939 saw Tanturi's success when he placed Alberto Castillo into his orchestra - this was an instant hit, and together they cut 37 recordings
In 1941 Castillo left the orchestra, which would never quite repeat its spectacular sound, though it did continue with Enrique Campos - recording 51 sides
He died in January 1973

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