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Adolfo Carabelli

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Adolfo Leandro Carabelli, born on September 8, 1893, in San Fernando, Buenos Aires Province, Argentina, was a pianist known for his contributions to tango music. He studied piano and composition from an early age and performed in various venues across Buenos Aires by fifteen. Sent to Europe, he earned his Master Composer degree at the Liceo de Bologna under maestros like Alberto D'Erasmo and Ferruccio Busoni. Returning to Argentina due to World War I, Carabelli joined the Trío Argentino and formed the River Jazz Band Ben, recording for Electra Records until approximately 1925. In the mid-1920s, he directed RCA Victor's Orquesta Típica Victor, known for recordings including "Olvido" and "Sarandí". He also led a jazz-oriented orchestra, gaining prominence in the 1930s through broadcasts on LR4 Radio Splendid. Notable recordings include "Mi refugio" and "Cantando". Carabelli passed away on January 25, 1947.
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