Composer

:

Roland Dyens

Genre

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Chamber

Style

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Chamber Music

Compose Date

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1987

Average_duration

:

10:36

Movement_count

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4

Movement ....

Roland Dyens' "Hommage à Villa-Lobos" is a guitar solo piece composed in 1992 as a tribute to the Brazilian composer Heitor Villa-Lobos. The piece was premiered by Dyens himself in 1993 at the International Guitar Festival in Havana, Cuba. The piece is divided into three movements, each of which pays homage to a different aspect of Villa-Lobos' music. The first movement, "Choro," is a nod to Villa-Lobos' use of the choro style in his compositions. The movement is characterized by its lively and rhythmic melody, which is accompanied by a syncopated bass line. The second movement, "Saudade," is a tribute to Villa-Lobos' use of the saudade style, which is characterized by its melancholic and nostalgic tone. The movement is slow and contemplative, with a haunting melody that is accompanied by lush harmonies. The final movement, "Bachianas Brasileiras," is a nod to Villa-Lobos' use of Bachian counterpoint in his compositions. The movement is characterized by its intricate and complex harmonies, which are reminiscent of Bach's music. The movement also features a lively and rhythmic section that pays tribute to Villa-Lobos' use of Brazilian folk rhythms. Overall, "Hommage à Villa-Lobos" is a masterful tribute to one of the most important composers in Brazilian music history. Dyens' use of different styles and techniques in each movement showcases Villa-Lobos' versatility and influence on Brazilian music. The piece is a challenging and rewarding work for guitarists, and a fitting tribute to a musical giant.

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