1897–1986. Brazilian composer. in the Brazilian Nationalism tradition.

Brazilian nationalist composer blending European training with Afro-Brazilian and popular Brazilian musical idioms. Known for piano works and orchestral pieces. Relatively niche outside Latin American classical circles.

Signature works: Fantasias Brasileiras Nos. 1-4, Festa das Igrejas, Congada, Maxixe, Valsa de Esquina.