Héctor Varela

Salustiano Paco Varela (29 January 1914 – 30 January 1987), also known by his nickname "El as del tango" (The ace of tango), was an Argentine tango bandoneonist, bandleader and composer.

Life Salustiano Paco Varela was born in Avellaneda, Buenos Aires Province, into a middle-class family that was able to support his university education. He graduated as a public accountant to fulfill his parents' wishes, although he never practiced the profession. His mother, however, frequently mentioned his academic title when speaking about her son.

In 1951, Varela re-formed his orchestra, incorporating vocalists Armando Laborde and Rodolfo Lesica, pianist César Zagnoli, bandoneonists Antonio Marchese and Alberto San Miguel, and violinists Hugo Baralis and Mario Abramovich. The group recorded under the Pampa label, with their performances presented by broadcaster Cacho Fontana.

Songs

Fumando espero Viejo rincón Fueron tres años Que tarde que has venido Silueta porteña Si me hablaras corazón Portero Suba y diga Eras como la flor Noches de Brasil Azúcar pimienta y sal Y todavía te quiero A media luz El destino la llevo Padrino pelao Royal Pigall Lilian Tiempos viejos El destino lo llevó