Brooklyn|Local Event
Experience the Music of Astor Piazzolla at Grace & St. Paul’s
A one-night performance combining live music, theatrical storytelling and a celebration of the revolutionary Argentine composer who transformed tango.
What happens when extraordinary live music meets the art of storytelling?
That’s Not Tango! Astor Piazzolla, A Life in Music is an intimate one-night performance exploring the extraordinary life and music of Astor Piazzolla, the Argentine composer who revolutionised traditional tango and brought it to audiences around the world.
Part concert, part theatre, part séance, the performance brings Piazzolla’s story to life through dramatic storytelling and exhilarating live music, led by performer and co-writer Lesley Karsten.
Joining Lesley is an exceptional ensemble of internationally acclaimed musicians:
- Brandt Fredriksen – pianist whose performances include Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center.
- Julien Labro – internationally acclaimed accordionist and bandoneón virtuoso.
- Eric Silberger – prize-winning violinist and XIV International Tchaikovsky Competition laureate.
- Pedro Giraudo – Argentine Latin Grammy-winning bassist, composer and bandleader, recognised for his contributions to tango and Latin jazz.
Whether you're a longtime tango enthusiast or simply curious to discover Piazzolla’s music, expect an evening of storytelling, virtuosic performances and an immersive journey into the world of tango.
Join us for a reception with food and drinks following the performance.
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Monday, 16 November 2026
Time: 7:00 PM
Venue: Grace and St. Paul’s Church, 123 West 71st Street, New York, NY
Tickets: $35
Tickets and further information:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/thats-not-tango-astor-piazzolla-a-life-in-music