Publisher's Synopsis
Villa Lobos is the leading figure in 20th century Latin American music. This book unites in a single source all Lisa M. Peppercorn's Villa-Lobos studies, which have been published in several languages and countries, over a period of 51 years. They cover Villa-Lobos' life, family and music. A selection of his letters and a chronology of his lfe are included. The studies are presented in their original format and in facsimile. - - Research students, scholars, musicologists and music lovers will find that this compilation fills a long-standing gap in Villa-Lobos literature. - - 'As a reference tool, this volume will be indispensable to Villa-Lobos scholars for years to come', Choice, June 1994
