Ernesto Nazareth and Astor Piazzolla are two of the most celebrated and recognized composers of Choro and Tango, respectively, and also great innovators within their genres.

The Piano Starts Here series highlights the work of some of the most prolific and talented composers and pianists to have ever tackled the instrument. Each of the performances brings together Seattle’s finest pianists to perform the works of the artist selected for that evening on the Royal Room’s Steinway B grand piano. Past PSH performances have highlighted the work of Sonny Clark, Thelonious Monk, Duke Ellington, Sun Ra, Annette Peacock, Bill Evans, Mary-Lou Williams, Fats Waller, Herbie Hancock, Alice Coltrane, Herbie Nichols, and countless others.

Curated by Wayne Horvitz and Alex Guilbert. Hosted by Alex Guilbert.

The music of Ernesto Nazareth/Astor Piazzolla
Performers:

Eric Verlinde
Nelda Swiggett
Ann Reynolds
Jovino Santos-Neto
Alex Guilbert(host)