All the way from Buenos Aires, evocative tango and Argentinian folk delivered by one of the world’s finest vocal artists in this genre and a world class guitar quartet. Expect the wow factor and an emotionally engaging journey of music and song.

Widely considered to one of Argentina’s finest voices, Martín Alvarado – who will be in the UK as part of his 60th international tour - is a world renowned Buenos Aires-born troubadour who takes tango and other folkloric styles from his homeland to new levels of artistry.

As a charismatic performer whether singing with a full symphony orchestra or with just his voice and guitar in front of a handful of people, his unforgettable interpretations are always infused with warmth, colour, nuance and sensitivity.

Together with Gerado Villar and Los Aguirre guitar quartet, they offer the authentic sound of old Buenos Aires, with added 21st century flair in a repertoire that includes pieces by Piazzolla and songs by other major tango protagonists, such as Carlos Gardel, folkloric styles such as zamba, and original ballads.

Tickets on the door £20. Tickets include a free drink.

“The world needs to experience this extreme form of aural pleasure… totally mesmerising, a tango epiphany.” Max Reinhardt, BBC Radio

"The best voice in Buenos Aires" the late Hector de Rosas, former singer with Astor Piazzolla

"One of the most renowned voices in tango in the world today" La Radio 2x4, Buenos Aires
“Indisputably one of the world's finest vocalists” DJ Ritu MBE, Resonance FM, London

“Completely beguiling tenor” Mary Ann Kennedy, BBC Radio 3

“On the road to becoming a tango legend” Latino Music UK

“… a certain Latino charisma mesmerises his audiences…Stunning vocals, pure class!” Nottingham Post

“Glorious .... a masterclass in vocal expression” Derby Telegraph

“Tango has found not just a curator but an innovator to carry it forward. If you get the chance to see this man, grab it with both hands, you won’t see many of his like.” Worldmusic.co.uk

About Martin Alvarado and Gerardo Villar y Los Aguirre

Celebrated both in the media and by his peers, Martín Alvarado has been described as “the best voice in Buenos Aires” and “21st Century voice of tango” and is known for pushing the musical boundaries of this much loved and globally recognised genre of music whilst avoiding the cliche.

In 2019, Alvarado was declared an “Academico” (Maestro) by the National Academy of Tango in recognition of his illustrious touring career of two decades during which he has performed in many major theatres, festivals and concert halls around the world.

In 2013 he won the Latin UK Award for Concert by International Artist of the Year and had an album released by one of the leading world music record labels: UK-based Riverboat Records, part of the World Music Network stable of labels which include the "Rough Guide to ..." titles.

Alvarado discovered his talent to sing at the age of 19 has drawn vocal influence from rock and pop as well as tango itself. He counts Stevie Wonder and former Deep Purple vocalist Glenn Hughes among his inspirations, along with the late tango legend, Rubén Juárez, who mentored Alvarado during the early days of his career.

In his twenties, Alvarado travelled to Spain where he was spotted singing in the street in Barcelona and invited to perform in Finland, where tango is a national pastime. News of his talent quickly spread and within two months of arriving there, he was performing with the Tampere Philharmonia Orchestra.

He has since completed 59 international tours, released 12 albums and performed as a soloist in many major theatres and music festivals around the world including the Kremlin Palace Concert Hall in Moscow, Kuhmo Chamber Music Festival in Finland, Buenos Aires Tango Festival, Teatro Solís, Montevideo, Festival Internacional de Tango – Medellín, Colombia.

“I believe I have been given a gift to play and sing and reach people’s hearts. So giving it all whenever I have the chance to perform is my way to honour that gift I have been given.” Interview by Martin Alvarado in the Nottingham Post, UK

Gerardo Villar graduated from the Julián Aguirre Conservatory and complemented his training by studying composition, orchestration and improvisation in jazz. Among the artists he has recorded with are the legendary Argentine singer Nelly Omar. Since 2007 he has also directed a number of jazz big bands.