Divine Hand Ensemble - ¡Viva Astor!

¡Viva Astor! is a studio album by Philadelphia-based Divine Hand Ensemble, offering a vibrant tribute to Astor Piazzolla — the revolutionary Argentine tango composer. Featuring seven of his iconic works, from the globally recognized Libertango to the deeply moving Adiós Nonino and the cinematic obscurity 12 Monkeys, the album reimagines Piazzolla’s original arrangements with the ensemble’s distinctive instrumentation: five violins, two harps, and the soaring, otherworldly voice of the Theremin.

The album is divided into two sides—Classic Tangos and Nuevo Tangos—with a centerpiece duet bridging the two. This structure not only honors Piazzolla’s legacy but highlights Divine Hand Ensemble’s cinematic and contemporary interpretation. ¡Viva Astor! is both reverent and boldly innovative, blending faithfulness with fresh artistic insight.