Villa-Lobos's orchestral style often pushes instruments to their solo limits and requires large, exotic ensembles; he even made his own percussion instruments for performances.
Performer Biography
Andrea Bissoli, the guitarist on this album, retired from competitions at age fourteen to study with Stefano Grondona at the Conservatorio 'Arrigo Pedrollo' in Vicenza.
Composition History
Villa-Lobos's mother, Noêmia, was horrified by his early guitar playing, hoping he would become a doctor instead.
Composer Biography
Heitor Villa-Lobos's father, an amateur musician, taught him the cello using a viola, which was better suited to the child's size.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Villa-Lobos's music was deeply influenced by the varied traditions of Brazil, including Amerindian, African, and Portuguese elements, which he translated for concert halls.
Recording & Production
This album includes the world premiere recording of "Dime perché," a guitar version by Andrea Bissoli, and "Valsa Concerto No. 2," completed by Andrea Bissoli.
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