"Mourão" is a musical piece originally conceived for
strings, initially titled "De Viola e Rabeca." The
composition not only transports listeners to the
stunning landscapes of northeastern Brazil but also
reveals the musical richness present in the country's
culture. This work represents Guerra-Peixe's entry into
the vast musical knowledge, comparing to the
grandiosity of Heitor Villa-Lobos' "O Trenzinho do
Caipira," marking the beginning of the composer's
involvement with the Armorial Movement...(+)
"Mourão" is a musical piece originally conceived for
strings, initially titled "De Viola e Rabeca." The
composition not only transports listeners to the
stunning landscapes of northeastern Brazil but also
reveals the musical richness present in the country's
culture. This work represents Guerra-Peixe's entry into
the vast musical knowledge, comparing to the
grandiosity of Heitor Villa-Lobos' "O Trenzinho do
Caipira," marking the beginning of the composer's
involvement with the Armorial Movement, a significant
Brazilian musical movement. Ariano Suassuna's request
to transform "De Viola e Rabeca" into a unique piece
for the Armorial Chamber Orchestra of the State of
Pernambuco represents the fusion of classical music
with Brazilian cultural roots. This union highlights
the diversity and uniqueness of Brazil's musical
heritage. Welligton's arrangement for Sax Quartet
adjusts the key from D to C for better adaptation to
instrumentation. Additionally, other adaptations occur
to enhance compatibility with wind instruments.
