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Roots in Resistance
Carnival is legendary – but the glittering parties and monster sound trucks that fill the parades don’t tell the full story. The drumming that defines Carnival in Bahia (and in Rio, and São Paolo) has its roots in resistance – in delivering political messages from the people to those in power, with force and at volume.
What’s That Drum? Dobra and Timbau
Make events special with our high energy groove and drumming spectacular! Learn more about how to play the Dobra and Timbau.
What’s That Drum? Surdo 1 and Surdo 2
Make events special with our loud boom and drumming spectacular! Learn more about how to play the Surdo-a Brazilian bass drum.
What’s That Drum? Snare and Repique with Fogo Azul
What is a snare drum? What is a Repique? Brazilian Drumming, samba drums, samba reggae drums are a type of instrument used in Brazilian music. Learn a little about the snare and the repique.
