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Homesick Bossa is a lyrical and expressive piano solo that blends the gentle swing of Brazilian bossa nova with colourful impressionistic harmonies. Written after Denis Nassar Baptista moved from Brazil to Canada, the piece reflects the feeling of homesickness through music that is warm, nostalgic, rhythmic, and deeply expressive.

The piece offers pianists an engaging mix of melody, syncopation, layered textures, and rich harmonic colour. Its Brazilian-inspired rhythmic flow is paired with touches of French impressionism and octatonic harmony, creating a work that feels both accessible and sophisticated.

An excellent choice for advanced students, Homesick Bossa helps develop voicing, rhythmic independence, lyrical phrasing, and control of multiple musical layers. The piece has been performed by piano students in Canada and Brazil and has been well received in recitals, festivals, competitions, and university settings.

Product Details Includes: Digital PDF score Instrumentation: Solo piano Level: Advanced / comparable to RCM Level 9/10 Style: Brazilian-inspired contemporary classical Physical copy: Not included