In mid-20th century Brazil composers explored the rich mu…

Open Your Ears to Villa-Lobos


In mid-20th century Brazil composers explored the rich musical treasures active across the country’s vast territory. To this day, the great Brazilian modernist composer Heitor Villa-Lobos (1887-1959), stands as a foremost representative of this 20th century Brazilian nationalist movement.

Explore this set of five pieces of music from Villa-Lobos’ monumental Bachianas brasileiras, Choros compilations, as well as celebrated miniatures to which soloists are attracted to the music’s uniqueness and Latin spirit.

Open Your Ears to Villa-Lobos