Years active 1997–present | Members Glover Gill | |
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Past members George FrançoisLuis GuerraTom SenderLara HicksJeanine AttawayErik GrosticJessica VallsMichelle Schumann Record labels Nois Records, TVT Soundtrax Similar Janne Mäkinen, Matt Bivins, Katie McConnell, Joey LaRocca, Tom Hagerman | ||
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The Tosca Tango Orchestra is a joint effort between various Austin, Texas based musicians. Founded by Glover Gill in collaboration with The Tosca String Quartet, Luis Guerra and Jeanine Attaway in 1997. The group performs original compositions in the nuevo tango style and has released six albums. Among these is the soundtrack to Richard Linklater’s film Waking Life which led to the group's international following.
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Waking Life OST
The soundtrack was performed and written by Glover Gill and the Tosca Tango Orchestra, except for two pieces written by Frédéric Chopin and second by Julian Plaza, and was relatively successful. Featuring the nuevo tango style, it bills itself "the 21st Century Tango". The group also appeared onscreen, in animated form, in two scenes in the film.
Awards and appearances
A trip to Buenos Aires in 2000 brought them critical acclaim when they were featured artists at the 5th World Tango Summit and in 2003, the Tosca Tango Orchestra performed and recorded the Ballet Austin premiere of choreographer Stephen Mills’ Touch.
In September 2012, the group reunited for live performances in Austin, Texas to commemorate the 15th anniversary of their founding. Appearances included a VIP concert at the Church House Studio, a live performance on KUT radio's Eklektikos show, and a large public concert at the Scottish Rite Theater.
Discography
The Tosca Tango Orchestra has released six albums so far.
Studio albums
Songs
El CholuloAmado · 1999
La Casa de la Grasa1998
Milonga Para Tosca1998