
These three magnificent works belong in the repertoire of cellists everywhere. They are full of Villa-Lobos’ signature exotic instrumental textures, folk-like melodies, and abundant invention.
Villa-Lobos isn’t usually thought of as an “intellectual” composer, and this may account in some part for the neglect of his 17 string quartets, surely
Is Heitor Villa-Lobos the last great 20th century composer to be rediscovered? Because he wrote so much, it’s easier to sidestep rather than face his