However, this beat proved to be too contagious for its own good:
While written as a comic tango, it has been recorded by numerous icons, including Juan D'Arienzo and Francisco Canaro. El Esquinazo
Crowds would get so swept up in the rhythm that they would beat their glasses, spoons, and plates against the tables to match the song's knocks. However, this beat proved to be too contagious
Despite its rowdy reputation, "El Esquinazo" became a cornerstone of the Guardia Vieja (Old Guard) era of tango. El Esquinazo
This "table percussion" frequently resulted in broken glassware and smashed dishes, making it far too expensive for business owners to let the band play it. Musical Legacy