Dive into the enchanting world of Heitor Villa-Lobos with "Villa-Lobos & Barber: Work for Piano," a captivating neoclassical album released on April 8, 2016, under North / South Recordings. This album is a testament to Villa-Lobos' extraordinary compositional prowess, offering a rich tapestry of musical narratives that span a variety of themes and emotions.
The album is divided into two distinct suites, "Prole do BebĂȘ No. 1" and "Prole do BebĂȘ No. 2," each comprising eight and nine tracks respectively. These suites are a delightful exploration of childhood innocence and creativity, with each track named after a different type of toy or plaything. From the delicate "Branquinha (A boneca de louça)" to the lively "O polichinelo," and the whimsical "O lobinho de vidro," Villa-Lobos paints a vivid musical portrait of a child's imaginative world.
In addition to these enchanting suites, the album also features the Piano Sonata, Op. 26, a more introspective and technically demanding piece that showcases Villa-Lobos' mastery of classical forms. The sonata is divided into four movements, each offering a different facet of the composer's musical genius.
With a total runtime of 1 hour and 4 minutes, "Villa-Lobos & Barber: Work for Piano" is a comprehensive journey through the musical landscape of one of Brazil's most celebrated composers. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
2016 North / South Recordings2016 North / South Recordings
Tracks
Prole do BebĂȘ No. 1, W140: No. 1, Branquinha (A boneca de louça)Heitor Villa-Lobos, Katrina Krimsky
Prole do BebĂȘ No. 1, W140: No. 2, Morenhina (A boneca de massa)Heitor Villa-Lobos, Katrina Krimsky
Prole do BebĂȘ No. 1, W140: No. 3, Caboclinha (A boneca de barro)Heitor Villa-Lobos, Katrina Krimsky
Prole do BebĂȘ No. 1, W140: No. 4, Mulatinha (A boneca de borracha)Heitor Villa-Lobos, Katrina Krimsky
Prole do BebĂȘ No. 1, W140: No. 5, Negrinha (A boneca de pau)Heitor Villa-Lobos, Katrina Krimsky
Prole do BebĂȘ No. 1, W140: No. 6, A pobrezinha (A boneca de trapo)Heitor Villa-Lobos, Katrina Krimsky
Prole do BebĂȘ No. 1, W140: No. 7, O polichineloHeitor Villa-Lobos, Katrina Krimsky
Prole do BebĂȘ No. 1, W140: No. 8, A bruxa (A boneca de pano)Heitor Villa-Lobos, Katrina Krimsky
Prole do bebĂȘ No. 2, W180: No. 1, A baratinha de papelHeitor Villa-Lobos, Katrina Krimsky
Prole do bebĂȘ No. 2, W180: No. 2, O gatinho de papelĂŁoHeitor Villa-Lobos, Katrina Krimsky
Prole do bebĂȘ No. 2, W180: No. 3, O camundongo de massaHeitor Villa-Lobos, Katrina Krimsky
Prole do bebĂȘ No. 2, W180: No. 4, O cachorrinho de borrachaHeitor Villa-Lobos, Katrina Krimsky
Prole do bebĂȘ No. 2, W180: No. 5, O cavalinho de pauHeitor Villa-Lobos, Katrina Krimsky
Prole do bebĂȘ No. 2, W180: No. 6, O boizinho de chumboHeitor Villa-Lobos, Katrina Krimsky
Prole do bebĂȘ No. 2, W180: No. 7, O passarinho de panoHeitor Villa-Lobos, Katrina Krimsky
Prole do bebĂȘ No. 2, W180: No. 8, O ursinho de algodĂŁoHeitor Villa-Lobos, Katrina Krimsky
Prole do bebĂȘ No. 2, W180: No. 9, O lobinho de vidroHeitor Villa-Lobos, Katrina Krimsky
Piano Sonata, Op. 26: I. Allegro energicoSamuel Barber, Katrina Krimsky
Piano Sonata, Op. 26: II. Allegro vivaceSamuel Barber, Katrina Krimsky
Piano Sonata, Op. 26: III. AdagioSamuel Barber, Katrina Krimsky
Piano Sonata, Op. 26: IV. Fugue. Allegro con spiritoSamuel Barber, Katrina Krimsky
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