Heitor Villa Lobos' collection of 12 Etudes for Guitar Solo is an interesting and captivating set of musical pieces. It shows the amazing talent and cultural influences of the well known Brazilian composer. From the complex contrapuntal textures fhat remind us of Bach's compositions to the romantic and lyrical melodies that bring to mind the style of Chopin, Villa Lobos displays his expertise in various musical styles. The etudes also reflect the vibrant and diverse cultural heritage of Brazil by incoporating elements of urban music, African rhythms and the musical traditions of the Amazonian region.
“Many people neither understand nor wish to understand nationalism in art. They think that the arts – and consequently – music should serve a “universal patron”. Everyone who detaches himself from the popular sources becomes, in so doing, one who is routine-minded and retrogressive”. Heitor Villa-Lobos
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