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Astor Piazzolla

Argentine composer
Astor Pantaleón Piazzolla was an Argentine tango composer, bandoneon player, and arranger. His works revolutionized the traditional tango into a new style termed nuevo tango, incorporating elements from jazz and classical music. Wikipedia
Born: March 11, 1921, Mar del Plata, Argentina
Died: July 4, 1992 (age 71 years), Buenos Aires, Argentina
Spouse: Laura Escalada (m. 1988–1992) and Dedé Wolff (m. 1943–1966)
Grandchild: Daniel Piazzolla