Description: (Former Composer remembered best for pioneering the classical and jazz-influenced Argentine nuevo tango music genre)
Ástor Piazzolla, an Argentine tango composer and bandoneon player, is renowned for transforming traditional tango into nuevo tango. By infusing jazz and classical influences, he developed a distinctive musical style. Piazzolla often showcased his compositions with different ensembles, showcasing his virtuosity on the bandoneon. Critic Stephen Holden hailed him as the leading composer of Tango music in 1992, recognizing Piazzolla's dedication to innovation and pushing the limits of conventional music genres throughout his career.