May 23 - 24, 2026 - Tangofestival Amersfoort
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The 2026 program
Discover the finest Argentine Tango music. From classical sounds to compelling electronic music. A dance floor is always available for enthusiasts.
The concerts on Saturday, May 23, in the Lieve Vrouwekerkhof are free for listeners. For the special intimate concerts on Sunday, May 24, in the Aegtenkapel, tickets can be reserved in our webshop.
*= reserve a ticket for the dance floor through our webshop
- Saturday, May 23, 2026
- Sunday, May 24, 2026
- Lieve Vrouwekerkhof
15:15 - 17:15Tango de Nacar (AR) (free concert *)
Tango de Nácar is a new show, born from the collaboration of five of today’s leading tango musicians. Much more than a traditional quintet, this ensemble represents a fusion of traditions: decades of experience, personal styles and musical philosophies, brought together to create something fundamentally new. Like pearl, formed layer by layer over time, Tango de Nácar is a sonic reflection of tango’s history and its ongoing evolution.
The group draws inspiration from the great masters of all eras – Pugliese, Piazzolla, Troilo, Gobbi,
Salgán, and others – and reinterprets their works through original arrangements. In this way, the group explores the boundaries of tango and allows it to flow naturally into other contemporary musical styles. The result is not a rupture, but a deepening: a dialogue between eras, styles and identities.Tango de Nácar is more than a project. It is a magnificent offering, a tribute to the soul of tango, reinvented by those who have it in their blood.
The ensemble recorded its debut album, Retratos, which was released in July 2024. The album features original arrangements that combine sophistication, emotion and a bold musical vision.
Daniel Ruggiero – bandoneon
Fulvio Giraudo – piano
Cristian Basto – double bass
Humberto Ridolfi – violin
Camilo Córdoba – guitar
18:30 - 20:15Dutch Tangoweek Orchestra plays ’80s hits (NL) (free concert *)
The Dutch International Tangoweek Orchestra led by conductor and pianist Wim Warman has been a permanent artistic fixture at the festival since 2023. With a distinctive instrumentation and a strong sound of its own, the orchestra brings Argentine tango to life in its full depth and richness, energetic, layered and expressive. This year’s concert program has a special and surprising theme: tango arrangements of well-known hits from the 1980s. Iconic songs from this decade are given a whole new color in stylish, rhythmically refined tango arrangements. Recognition and innovation come together in a program that appeals to both seasoned tango lovers and new audiences.
The orchestra consists of specialized musicians with a strong affinity for Argentine tango and other world music genres. It is known for its ensemble playing and musical eloquence. Under the direction of Wim Warman, tradition and creativity are linked in original productions. The Dutch International Tangoweek Orchestra is not only a festival ensemble, but also an artistic platform for talent development and its own productions. With this orchestra, Tangoweek is actively building the future of tango in the Netherlands. This is audible in the energy, precision and expression of each performance.
The Dutch International Tangoweek Orchestra has now released several albums, demonstrating that it is more than a festival ensemble: it is a sustainable artistic project that actively contributes to the development and renewal of tango in the Netherlands. Expect a concert full of intensity, sophistication and playing pleasure. Music that is as suitable to listen to as it is to dance to. A unique opportunity to experience Argentine tango live at top level.
This year’s composition:
- Wim Warman – Arrangements, orchestral conducting and piano
- Taco Nieuwenhuizen Segaar – bass guitar
- Ruben van Rompaey – Percussion
- Gert van Ruiswijk – Bandoneon
- Ruzana Tsymbalova – Violin
- Marc Bouter – Saxophone
- Simone Roerade – vocals
21:15 - 23:00Otros Aires (AR) – Tango of the 21st century (free concert *)
Argentine tango has a rich history, from the streets of Buenos Aires to the concert halls of the world. During Dutch Tangoweek, one of the genre’s most innovative boosters is coming to the Netherlands: Otros Aires. With their unique blend of classical tango and modern sounds, they know step by step how to conquer a new generation of dancers and listeners.
Otros Aires was founded in Barcelona in 2003 by Argentine musician, architect and video artist Miguel Di Genova. From the beginning, the goal was clear: renew tango without losing its soul. While traditional tango ensembles stick to classical form and instrumentation, Otros Aires seeks to bridge the gap between the past and the present – a “tango of the 21st century.” From their first album, released on December **11, 2004 – on the day known in Argentina as Tango Day and marking Carlos Gardel’s birthday – the group has left an unmistakable mark on the music world.
During Dutch Tango Week, don’t miss Otros Aires, as the orchestra effortlessly combines classical tango with modern electronic influences, creating a unique and enchanting experience. Their music invites dancing and listening at the same time, with a live performance that brings together emotion, rhythm and visual experience. With international recognition, creative arrangements and a fresh perspective on the tango genre, they connect purists and new audiences alike, showing how tango can evolve without losing its soul.
- Aegtenkapel
13:00 - 15:00Innerduo (NL) (tickets through our webshop)
In 2023, Dutch International Tango Week discovered a special musical voice: Inner Duo — an enchanting ensemble where the deep, warm sounds of the double bass merge with the colorful expression of the accordion to create a unique and unforgettable listening experience.
Since their debut at our festival, Inner Duo has quickly become a striking act on numerous stages both at home and abroad. Their music moves effortlessly between classical finesse, worldly rhythms, tango motifs, and contemporary influences. It’s a soundscape that moves, inspires, and arouses curiosity. The duo, formed by internationally trained musicians Helena Sousa Estévez (accordion) and Alejandra Rony (double bass), creates intimate soundscapes that draw audiences in and take them on a rich journey through emotion and timbre.
Whether they’re resounding classical gems, bringing to life the passion of Astor Piazzolla, or blurring the lines between styles with sparkling crossover fascination, Inner Duo knows how to enchant time and again. Let yourself be seduced by their warm, expressive sound. They were a remarkable discovery in 2023, and now they’re an act that’s indispensable on the international stage!
15:30 - 17:30Lenore Huang (CN) (tickets through our webshop)
Discover the new sound of Argentine tango during an enchanting evening with Lenore Huang, one of the most promising voices on Europe’s tango scene. We witnessed it for ourselves: Lenore created a furor last Dutch International Tango Week 2025, where she touched our audience deeply with her expressive, narrative vocals. It was a discovery never to be forgotten. And if that wasn’t enough: the week after her performance with us, Lenore graduated cum laude from the Rotterdam Conservatory, with a Master’s degree in Argentine Tango, a rare and impressive achievement that underscores her artistic growth and craftsmanship.
But this concert promises to be even more special. For the first time, Lenore is presenting an Argentine “ciclo” with us, a concert form that is hugely popular and trendsetting in Buenos Aires: an intimate concert form in which artists dive deep into music and story and surprise the audience again and again.
With Lenore on stage:
- The brilliant Argentine pianist Ariel Pirotti, known for his refined touch and passion for tango (our programming emphasizes international collaboration)
- The expressive Argentine singing voice of Lautaro Mazza, who enters into an exciting dialogue with Lenore in lilting intensity
Together they form a combination where tradition and contemporary expression come together. An evening full of lyricism, melancholy, passion and musical finesse.
19:00 - 21:00Claudio Constantini (PE) (tickets through our webshop)
The Dutch International Tango Week is proud to present an exceptional guest this year: Claudio Constantini. For this special performance he is coming exclusively to the Netherlands for an intimate solo concert in the atmospheric Aegtenkapel.
Constantini is known worldwide for his unique mastery of both bandoneon and piano. In this solo program he connects Argentine tango with his own compositions and surprising excursions to Bach. In doing so, he reveals what few people know: the bandoneon was originally designed to play Baroque music, and Bach in particular. In his hands, that historical link becomes not only audible, but palpable.
The concert promises to be a rare musical experience where virtuosity, emotion and depth come together. From hushed moments to fiery tango, this performance lets the full richness of the instrument and music speak for itself.
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