Ciranda Das Sete Notas

The frequently performed Ciranda das sete notas for bassoon and strings is one of about 2500 pieces written by Villa-Lobos. The work saw its world premiere in 1933, performed by the Orquestra do Teatro Municipal in Rio de Janeiro, conducted by the composer himself. The acoustic color of the bassoon with its warm, dark charisma and his many-sided character of melancholy, sadness and joy is unique. In Villa-Lobos' Ciranda das sete notas the bassoon plays off its beautiful strength which makes this work one of the most popular bassoon concertos ever.