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Villa-Lobos

Villa-Lobos

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Brazilian composer who mixes folk tunes with classical music
  • proper noun
  • /ˈvɪlə ˈloʊbɔs/
: Villa-Lobos
  • The works of Villa-Lobos often fuse classical forms with Brazilian folk melodies.

Examples

  • Many musicians consider Villa-Lobos to be one of Brazil's most influential composers.

  • She performed a piece by Villa-Lobos at her recital, impressing the audience with its complexity.

  • Did you know that Villa-Lobos incorporated Brazilian folk tunes into his works?

  • The famous composer Villa-Lobos created many masterpieces.

  • Many musicians consider Villa-Lobos to be one of Brazil's most influential composers.

  • She performed a piece by Villa-Lobos at her recital, impressing the audience with its complexity.

  • The works of Villa-Lobos often fuse classical forms with Brazilian folk melodies.

Synonyms

Heitor Villa-Lobos
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A composer from Brazil who mixes classical music with folk songs

emphasizes the European classical influence over reputation as a leading figure

Surface Forms

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Etymology

Villa-Lobos comes from two simple words: Villa meaning 'village' or 'country house' and Lobos meaning 'wolves'. The composer Heitor Villa-Lobos became famous for mixing Brazilian folk tunes with European classical music, so his name now brings to mind that lively blend.