Rubén Juárez

Bandoneonist, Tango Singer, Composer

Born Apr 16, 1947

Ballesteros, Argentina

Passed Away May 31, 2010 Buenos Aires, Argentina

Lifespan 63 years old

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"The bandoneon is not just an instrument; it is an extension of my lungs and my heartbeat."

Archival Overview

Phenomenal Argentine bandoneon virtuoso and tango singer celebrated for his unique ability to play the bandoneon while standing and singing simultaneously with raw passion.

Biographical Record

Rubén Juárez was born in Córdoba province and raised in Lanús, Buenos Aires. Mentored by bandoneon giant Aníbal Troilo, he debuted at Caño 14 in 1969, astonishing audiences by performing complex bandoneon counterpoints while singing with an expressive, raspy baritone.

Juárez revitalized tango for younger generations in the 1970s and 1980s, collaborating with Armando Pontier, Raúl Garello, and rock icon Charly García. His compositions, such as 'Mi bandoneón y yo' and 'Candombe blanco', confirmed his genius as one of the last authentic tango masters.

Key Life Milestones

1969

Debut Sponsored by Aníbal Troilo

Triumphed at Caño 14 in Buenos Aires, recognized by Troilo as the great heir of modern tango.

1995

Konex Platinum Award

Honored as the best male tango singer of the decade in Argentina.

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Final Resting Place

Perpetual Memorial

Chacarita Cemetery (Tango Pantheon)
Buenos Aires, Argentina

                         GPS: -34.5886, -58.4558                    

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