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Rio de Janeiro

Museu Villa-Lobos

Celebrating the famous composer's life

Rua Sorocaba, 200
Botafogo
Rio de Janeiro, RJ 22271-110

Nearest Train: Botafogo

Phone: +55 (0)21 2266 3845 / +55 (0)21 2266 1024

Fax: +55 (0)21 2539 1715

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Brazil's most internationally known classical composer, Heitor Villa-Lobos (1887-1959) is celebrated here. Located in Botafogo, in a century-old building, the exhibit includes some of his personal belongings and original musical scores. You can also listen to an extensive musical archive as well as purchase CDs or tapes of his music. Entry is free.

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