Brazilian Landscapes

Who can resist the casual, seductive, ingenious and multilayered music of Brazil? A country of continental dimensions where all of Europe could fit within her borders. From the lithesome, musical elegance of the choro to the hypnotic sensuality of the Bossa nova, and a kaleidoscope of subtle rhythms wrapped in sophisticated jazz harmonies, the sound of Brazilian music is unforgettable unmistakable, and best summed up by the Portuguese word saudade, which mingles yearning, sadness and memory.

Born and raised in the rural countryside of Brazil, Flausino Vale created a distinctive compositional style that truly represents the Brazilian essence: a mixture of African, Indigenous, and European cultures. Vale’s inspirations came from his country’s nature, landscape, folk traditions, religious rituals, and the most prominent genre of music in his state: caipira music. These influences, combined with his extensive knowledge of the violin, resulted in the creation of the 26 Preludes for solo violin.

Focusing on Brazil, this book approaches the term “heritage” from not only a historical and architectural point of view, but also considers its artistic, archaeological, natural, ethnological and industrial aspects.