My story
Claudio Ortega - born and raised in Buenos Aires, has been bringing the soul of tango to life in the San Francisco Bay Area since 2005, when he founded his ensemble, Trío Corazón al Sur. His heartfelt performances have been captivating audiences ever since.
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Over the years, Claudio has shared the stage with some of the most respected names in tango, including Tangonero Orchestra, guitarist Hugo Wainzinger, Trío Garufa, Trío Tangazo, Scott O'Day Trio, Sexteto Cristal, Charles Gorkzynsky's West Coast Ensemble, and pianist and arranger Yazmina Raies. From the Argentine Tango USA Championship in San Francisco to the Los Angeles Ford Amphitheater, Pacifica’s Mildred Owen Concert Hall, the Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts, and countless intimate milongas, Claudio’s voice has filled venues large and small with warmth and emotion.
In 2012, he released his romantic solo album Sombras, arranged and produced by Hugo Wainzinger, and has also recorded with Tangonero Orchestra and Trío Corazón al Sur.
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Known for his velvety tone and passionate delivery, Claudio brings every lyric to life, weaving the poetry of tango into an unforgettable experience.
"It’s my utmost honor to connect with audiences by channeling the magnificent craft of the timeless tango classics.
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Whenever I perform these masterpieces, something extraordinary unfolds: its creators spring to life, and I become a magical conduit between the songs and their mesmerized listeners."