Amelita Baltar is a distinguished figure in the world of tango, renowned for her evocative voice and profound emotional delivery, which have secured her a place in the hearts of music lovers around the globe. Baltar shot to fame in the late 60s and early 70s, when she collaborated with the legendary Astor Piazzolla, introducing a new tango era with songs penned by Piazzolla and poet Horacio Ferrer. Among these, "Balada para un Loco" stands out as a milestone, capturing the essence of contemporary tango and showcasing Baltar's extraordinary interpretative power.

Throughout her illustrious career, Amelita Baltar has continued to explore the fusion of tango with other musical genres, evident in her diverse discography. Albums like "Canta Vinicius y Piazzolla - Bossa & Tango" reflect her versatility and fluency in crossing musical boundaries, blending the distinct rhythms of bossa nova with tango's melancholic undertones. Her contributions to music have not only celebrated the traditional tango but also pushed its boundaries, incorporating elements from modern orchestral arrangements as evident in releases such as "Sinfónica" and "El Nuevo Rumbo." With a career spanning several decades, Baltar's passion for tango remains undiminished, as she continues to perform and enchant new generations of listeners with her soulful renditions of tango classics and contemporary compositions alike.

Genres

Cantautora Argentina

Tango

Tango Cancion

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Latest Release

Balada para un Loco (55 Años) (feat. Astor Piazzolla)

Amelita Baltar

Single - Released November 14, 2024