In this episode, Adam and Heyni dig into the making of Arco y Aire – Una noche entre sueños. They also wonder about what happens when tango escapes traditional instrumentation.

From unconventional duos to commissioning eight brand-new works, this episode is a journey through contemporary tango, musical risk-taking, and why sometimes limitations (like “no bandoneon player available”) can spark your most creative projects.

They also explore the deep divide between music for dancing and music for listening.

And wait, there is more, what about chamber tango?

💬 Bonus:

* How a mid-milonga album drop led to unexpected tears

* What accessibility means in music

* And is Max the only tango cellist in North America?

This episode is about listening differently, breaking molds, and taking your own tango path, whether there’s a bandoneon in the room or not.

Playlist:

Tu Mirada - Arco y Aire

Las Orillas del Tiempo - Arco y Aire

Check out the whole album by Heyni’s duo Arco & Aire

Our hosts: Adam Tully & Heyni Solera

Theme music: La Tomajena by Shino Ohnaga

Interstitial music: Imágenes (Almas) written by Adam Tully, played by Arco & Aire and Fernando Otero by Adam Tully.

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Production: Sol Linares for TANGOdeHOY

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