Ricardo Malerba

Ricardo Malerba (1905–1974) was a pianist, composer, and orchestra leader whose work exemplified the smooth, elegant style of mid-20th-century tango. His orchestras were known for lyrical melodies, clear rhythmic structure, and a refined approach that made his tangos both danceable and musically sophisticated. Notable tracks such as Remembranza, Media noche, Mariana (milonga), and Corazon De Artista (vals) and showcase his skill at balancing melodic charm with steady rhythms ideal for the dance floor.

Malerba’s recorded legacy includes roughly 50 tracks, primarily from the 1930s through the 1950s. For DJs and dancers, Malerba offers elegant, flowing tandas that provide both musical beauty and reliable rhythms for the milonga floor.

DJ opinion: I find Malerba music to be very rich and grounded in content and therefore prefer to play it in later hours of milonga.

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• Ricardo Malerba

• Ricardo Malerba - Milongas

• Ricardo Malerba - Valses