Immerse yourself in the rich, vibrant world of Brazilian music with Heitor Villa-Lobos' "Villa-Lobos: Música para piano." Released in 2013 under the Ensayo label, this neoclassical album is a captivating collection of some of the most significant solo piano works by the renowned Brazilian composer Heitor Villa-Lobos. Spanning a duration of 50 minutes, the album offers a diverse range of pieces that showcase Villa-Lobos' unique blend of Brazilian folk traditions and classical music.
The tracklist features a mix of well-known and lesser-known works, including the enchanting "Chôros No. 5, W207 'Alma Brasileira'," the playful "Carnaval das criancas brasileiras" suite, and the evocative "Bachianas Brasileiras No. 4, W264." Each piece is a testament to Villa-Lobos' innovative compositional style, which seamlessly integrates elements of Brazilian music with European classical traditions.
This album is a must-listen for fans of neoclassical music and anyone interested in exploring the rich musical heritage of Brazil. Whether you're a seasoned Villa-Lobos enthusiast or a newcomer to his music, "Villa-Lobos: Música para piano" offers a captivating journey through the composer's diverse and influential body of work.
Guia pratico, Book 8: No. 5, Xo! Passarinho (Shoo! Little Bird)Heitor Villa-Lobos, Luiz de Moura Castro
Guia pratico, Book 8: No. 3, Pobre cega (Poor Blind One)Heitor Villa-Lobos, Luiz de Moura Castro
Guia pratico, Book 1: No. 2, A mare encheu (the Tide Flowed)Heitor Villa-Lobos, Luiz de Moura Castro
Lenda do CabocloHeitor Villa-Lobos, Luiz de Moura Castro
Carnaval das criancas brasileiras: No. 1, O Ginete do Pierrozinho (the Little Pierrot's Pony)Heitor Villa-Lobos, Luiz de Moura Castro
Carnaval das criancas brasileiras: No. 2, O Chicote do Diabinho (the Little Devil's Wrap)Heitor Villa-Lobos, Luiz de Moura Castro
Carnaval das criancas brasileiras: No. 3, A Manha da Pierrete (the Pierrette's Ruse)Heitor Villa-Lobos, Luiz de Moura Castro
Carnaval das criancas brasileiras: No. 4, Os Guizos do Dominozinho (the Little Domino's Jingle Bells)Heitor Villa-Lobos, Luiz de Moura Castro
Carnaval das criancas brasileiras: No. 5, As Peripecias do Trapeirozinho (the Little Ragpiper's Adventures)Heitor Villa-Lobos, Luiz de Moura Castro
Carnaval das criancas brasileiras: No. 7, A Gaita de um Precoce Fantasiado (the Fife of a Precocious Daydreamer)Heitor Villa-Lobos, Luiz de Moura Castro
Carnaval das criancas brasileiras: No. 6, As Traquinices do Mascarado Mignon (the Masked Boy's Pranks)Heitor Villa-Lobos, Luiz de Moura Castro
Bachianas Brasileiras No. 4, W264: I. Preludio (Introducao)Heitor Villa-Lobos, Luiz de Moura Castro
Bachianas Brasileiras No. 4, W264: III. Aria (Cantiga)Heitor Villa-Lobos, Luiz de Moura Castro
Prole do bebê No. 1: No. 6, A pobrezinha (a boneca de trapo)Heitor Villa-Lobos, Luiz de Moura Castro
Prole do bebê No. 1: No. 7, O PolichinelloHeitor Villa-Lobos, Luiz de Moura Castro