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cavaquinho,s beginner

2008-08-19T22:27:55Z

see Julio Pereira ´s site .he is one of the greatest cavaquinho,s player in Portugal

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L.A's new radical marching/Samba band - FIRST practice this sunday ! Come join us.

2008-07-08T01:55:29Z

Hello Sambistas !

L.A Drumcore is pleased to announce our
FIRST PRACTICE & MEET UP
THIS SUNDAY...
July 13th.
2 - 4/5 p.m.
Macarthur Park.

L.A DRUMCORE is a radical Samba/marching band.
That is , Samba with a twist, we play at protests, benefits , events and more.

PLEASE BRING:

+Your groovy self.
+PLENTY of water.
+Lots of positive ideas for the band.
+A Samba or marching drum, brass/horns, bells, pot n pans if you don't have a drum.
+All instruction provided, no experience necessary.
+vegan/veggie food for a potluck.

Musical style is:
Samba Batucada fused with, Punk, Funk, Hip Hop and more.

Want more info ?

myspace.com/ladrumcore

drum-core@live.com

Thank You and look forward to it.

Linda for
L.A DRUMCORE

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NEW Radical Samba/marching band starting in L.A. Come join us.

2008-06-14T02:46:26Z

Hello all !

Just wanted to let you know about a NEW Samba band that is forming in L.A/So cal.

L.A Drumcore is L.A's newest Rad Samba/Marching band.
That means the band is for peole whe are active in radical social and political change.
We will be playing at Protests, demonstrations, benfits, gigs, parties and more!!

Musical style is Samba, fused with Punk, Funk, Ska, Hip Hop and more.

The band is starting after futile attempts to find ANY Rad (activist/political)
Samba bands in L.A. Or any BIG open/community samba bands for that matter..
And NO I won't travel all the way to Long Beach in the evening for the band out there.
Let's do it here in L.A....
This is one of the biggest cities in the WORLD.. Why not more Samba here ???

We welcome drummers, brass & horn players, dancers, puppetistas and more.
NO musical experience is neccesary as ALL tution is provided.

We strive for an equal female/male balance so females are especially encouraged
to join & to drum !

You MUST provide your OWN Samba/marching drums, instruments.
But you will be taught how to make your own Surdos/marching drums.

You're Mestre' has 8 years experience playing Samba, dancing Samba, costume desingening & more...
and also has been leading full Baterias for 3 years.
She has also played with Rhythms of Resistance and other rad samba or marhcing bands.

If you are interested in joining and making this happen please email me via tribe.net
OR got to
drum-core@live.com

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Samba & Samba Reggae Classes In L.A.???

2008-05-10T02:43:08Z

(This is a post for my friend Stephanie- she's new to tribe and I noticed that she posted this in someone else's post, so I decided to post it again for her here. If you have an answer to this question, address it to Stephanie and not me- thanks!)

I moved to LA about a year ago, and I had the most incredible dance teacher up in Santa Cruz, my last home. I danced very consistently for over 2.5 years, and now haven't really found anything comparable to those classes. I'm on a never ending search for samba classes, samba reggae classes, or afro-brazillian dance classes. can anyone help me find something??? I just want to dance

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Samba classes in Salvador??

2008-04-29T11:22:08Z

Hi ya'll. I'm in Brazil right now and will be heading to Salvador in a couple of weeks. I'll be living there for two months.
Any tips on great samba teachers, classes, events, or anything you want to share about Salvador would be much appreciated!

Tchau,
Flora

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Where's the Samba In LA ??

2008-04-26T16:34:08Z

Hey all,

I don't want to have to travel all the way out to Long Beach.

Any OPEN community Samba bands in LA??
Any Rad/Politica/street Samba Bands ???

I'm a maestra/teacher and looking to hook up and play.

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samba da mesa/pagode/NYC?

2008-04-09T19:33:52Z

Just out of curiosity, I've never heard much about the samba scene in NYC. Are there regular pagodes (Rio style)? It seems there are very few Cariocas in the US that play cavaquinho well that can carry an evening of pagode, ie non stop sambas old and new. Anyone have recomendations?
bjssss

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Carnaval SF 2008

2008-04-07T14:21:56Z

Here's a tribe.net listing for our open rehearsal on April 12th.

http://sanfrancisco.tribe.net/event/Public-Rehearsal-for-Grupo-Samba-Rio/san-francisco-ca/aa6e5706-39d1-4410-abac-e7816474d12a

This is one way for people who are interested in parading this year can get involved.

Abraços,
Bob

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Looking for Samba (classes & dance community) in LA

2008-03-31T21:38:57Z

Hi guys,

I moved here from NYC last September where I studied, taught, and performed Samba de Bahia, Rio, and Roda; Afoxe Ijexa, Iansa, Maculele, and all the yummy rhythmic traditions of Brazil. I miss it so, and am hoping to find classes and community here in the LA area. I live in the valley and own and run a business in Venice, CA. Hoping to find the "good medicine" near by.

Holla! Mo'Le Moon....blessings.

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Samba in AZ??

2008-02-03T20:26:25Z

Looking to improve my samba dancing. Anyone know of some good connections or leads??? Would love to shake it!!!

Love rays!

Soma

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Maracatu books?

2008-01-06T17:51:18Z

Can anyone recommend me any books or other resources on Maracatu? I have a lot of recordings but no written materials.

Thanks

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Make your own tamborim beater

2007-11-23T07:31:52Z

I made an istructable on how to make your own tamborim beater. Check it out:

http://www.instructables.com/id/EV63OG7F6B7PYFB/

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Subject : Belly Dance Lesson Teacher Inquiry from Istanbul.

2007-11-09T21:00:21Z

Subject : Belly Dance Lesson Teacher Inquiry from Istanbul.

We are looking for talented short term stay belly dance teachers for our tours and event groups in Istanbul for winter and Spring 2008.

If you are interested please send us an e-mail with your personal information and beackground. Please apply by e-mail with the
Belly Dance Teacher Subject.

Les Arts Turcs Team.

Alp AKSAHIN

http://www.bazaarturkey.com/tours/Belly_dance_lesson.html

www.lesartsturcs.com

Tel : 00 90 212 527 68 59

Fax : 00 90 212 511 21 98

Cell : 00 90 544 220 10 22
E.mail : alp@lesartsturcs.com

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Anyone play samba in Santa Cruz, CA?

2007-10-14T06:53:13Z

Are there any samba groups, pagode jams, classes, or just people who play Brazilian music in Santa Cruz? I know there are some in San Jose and San Francisco, but I was wondering if there was anything local.

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Beginner on Cavaquinho

2007-06-27T06:23:40Z

Hey y'all,

My cavaquinho just arrived today. I don't play cavaquinho but I really want to learn. Can anybody suggest where to start? Are there any books on chords for cavaquinho? I have a good pagode collection but not being a string player, it would be quite impossible for me to transcribe from recordings.

Truth be told, I'm a percussionist so please keep your suggestions simple! :-)

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California Brazil Camp

2007-06-18T06:49:38Z

Check out the new homepage for the camp that's nestled in the California Redwoods at Cazadero Camp for the Performin Arts. The teachers are all amazing. The music is happening almost all the time. The location is magical. The food is over the top good. http://calbrazilcamp.com/

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Cross post from Burning Samba

2007-06-11T18:44:43Z

Hello my lovely sambistas!

As some of you may know, I had knee surgery this January and still getting my ass back to climbing stairs at the present moment. For this reason, I am not planning on teaching Samba but that may change.

HOWEVER: Fallen Angel of The Havana Room has invited me to do a little performance on the playa....

REQUEST: 2 or 3 experienced samba dancers to team up with me on the playa for a short choreographed performance on the stage of the Havana Room...we'll put together costume idea, choose some music, get a few moves down.... NO STRESS, JUST FUN.

For more info: http://tribes.tribe.net/havanaroom/

Also join http://burningsamba.tribe.net

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"Batucada L'Atelier"

2007-05-03T17:23:49Z

"Batucada L’Atelier”
“Drumming Workshop”

At

ReBooT
37 Ave. A (2nd & 3rd St.)

Thursdays at 9 PM

Calling all drummers…. come and join us on Thursdays and be in the
Dance Parade on May 19th

This is a Brazilian Style drumming group that has played together for more than 5 years and has decided to take the magic that happens every week and introduce it to the general public. Batucada is a verb meaning drumming and is a Brazilian term for drum circle which is usually "Samba or Samba Reggae". We however do some other rhythms like Condombe' which is Uruguayan and Guaguanco which is Cuban, but it all comes back to Africa when you talk about drumming. We do also blend these rhythms with other instruments like electric guitar which gives the drumming a more song like structure and becomes what I can only describe as a "Funky Santana" Feel. We are also participating in the Dance Parade (We'll be providing the beat to move your feet) and will hopefully attract some more drummers to join us when we hit the streets. ReBoot is a newish Vegetarian restaurant which is related to Two Boots and has great vibe. They have lots of vegan and live things on the menu as well as offering the amazing pizza which does have some meat.

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Samba events in Coachella Valley, L.A. or Riverside?

2007-04-21T00:01:29Z

Hello all, needin to dance to some Samba & any info would help, thanks!

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Samba classes in the East Bay?

2007-04-01T06:10:37Z

I moved to the East Bay from San Francisco, and I'm looking for samba classes in the Berkeley/Emeryville/Oakland area.

Any recs? Thanks!

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samba & bellydance

2007-04-01T05:55:51Z

Any thoughts on this fusion? I am an avid middle eastern dancer and student and recently taken an interest in Capoeira and Samba but don't know enough about the two arts. Is there a general feeling about this? I know my background in Mid-east dance is a huge plus because my movements are alot more crisper and fluid but I know some art forms can be territorial. Any thoughts?

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Kosmos Music & Dance Camp, June 14th-17th...

2007-03-20T06:39:45Z

@ Saratoga Springs Resort, Lake County, CA

Including teachers Jill Parker, Amy Sigil, Mira Betz, and Liz Strong

Check out the website at:

www.kosmoscamp.com

The warm summer days at Kosmos Camp are filled with music and dance workshops. Dancers learn and perform on finished dance floors, with wall mirrors in the main lodge. Musicians enjoy instruction and practice opportunities in our open-air venues. Both dancers and musicians study with world-renowned professional teachers in a wide variety of styles from different cultures.
And all campers enjoy the luxuries of Saratoga Springs Resort, nestled just over 2 hours north of both San Francisco and Sacramento in 260 private acres of forest. Miles of hiking trails with breathtaking views of nearby Clearlake and access to natural mineral springs, surround a pair of lodges with both indoor sleeping accommodations and clean camp grounds, complete with a spacious pool and large jacuzzi. All meals are provided by our professional chef and feature a gourmet menu with an eclectic array of world cuisines and a full bar serving reasonably priced mixed drinks, beer, and wine after dinner. Evenings feature concerts and dance performances by students and staff in the immaculate Heart Lodge, and open-floor dancing with late-night jamming afterwards.

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Learning Samba

2007-03-20T02:56:32Z

Hello all :)
Hey, I just recently came back from Brazil and saw a Samba show in Rio. I became really intrigued by the dance. I was wondering, is it possible to learn that dance later in life or is it like ballet where you have to start as a young child. And if anyone is from the indiana area, are there schools where i could go. Thanks a lot!
Ashley

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Soliciting opinions: calling ourselves samba

2007-02-16T15:46:23Z

[Cross-posted to Burning Samba tribe]

I'm summarizing a debate that has gone on a long time here, so bear with me.

I play in what's maybe best described as a samba fusion group in Toronto. We have a bateria's worth of equipment -- repenique, caixas, surdos, tamborims, bells (some agogo, some improvised; tonal plastic pieces screwed onto cowbells), shakers (also homemade) -- and we regularly play community events and shows around town, but not necessarily "Brazilian" parties, more like parties, lefty events, artsy parades, Reclaim The Streets, that kind of thing, plus other assorterd gigs.

I am pretty much the only Portuguese speaker in the group at this point. We are fun group of mostly youngs people and students, but our knowledge of samba (as a group) is largely second-hand. We play a version of samba strongly based on samba-school style tradition and Olodum (samba-reggae) much the same. But the majority of our music is pretty much not samba by the book -- we do Dancehall (it rocks, trust me), Rai, and a bunch of other stuff we have made up, improvised or arranged based on more traditoinal forms over the years.

Our name is Samba Elegua. Our founding director and bandleader, who at first played and learned in a very traditional samba group, Escola de Samba Toronto, came up with it and he led us up to a few months ago when he moved away for career reasons. The new bandleader has objected to the use of the term samba for years and we are currenty working on ideas for a new name. The issue is that the currenty leader and some others (I am on the fence) think we are misrepresenting ourselves by using the samba label. The original director, who was the only one to keep things going for four years and did everything from booking gigs to fronting money for instruments (and transported them!), named us. He contends that we are samba in spirit if not in our musical approach because of the joy and freedom our music brings its players and audience. Elegua, the other part of our name, is a Cuban Orisha, a g-d of trickery, crossroads and new beginnings -- also known as Eshu in the Brazilian Orixa pantheon. There was a poll of members about this and some wanted to change, some wanted to put it off for the summer, some were sick of discussing it, some thought it a valid discussion to pursue. There is also the point that "other samba groups will be snotty to us no matter what we're called" and we could always call ourselves "The Ethnically Inspired White Person's Orchestra."

In the words of our founding director:

"I would say that this attempt to categorize, when applied to samba is as out of place as applying corporate management theory to the kallahari bush people. Samba is unlike any form of music that surrounds us in this culture because it is an artefact of a whole other kind of mental universe. The people who say we are not samba, brazillian or not, are looking at us through a lens that is fixed at a given depth of field, a given time and place, a given experience, and this by no means does justice to the spirit of the musical form itself.

... what are our responsibilities here? how ought we to go about being respectful while maintaining integrity? It is not ours to judge them as i would argue it is not theirs to judge us but if we all exercised all of our rights and freedoms all the time, we would all live in constant strife. So do we desist or persist? We are indeed being respectful but i agree, this may not be recognized by those in the brazilian community and out of respect, despite the fact that we are correct, should we pander to this type of cultural conservatism?

If we were all portuguese speaking brazilians who played in a band like this, as messy and as unprofessional as we may be yet in brazil... there would be no question. We would be samba. But the reality is that we are not, and we need to respect what we are and who we draw our inspiration from.

Enter the second part of our name en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eshu (lets hear it for the wik one more time). Samba comes from the african slave diaspora and the group of people who happened to have been decimated in the process were the yoruba. The yoruba have a pantheon of gods... one of them being olodum (protector, hunter) and hence groupo um cultura olodum (the name of the group whos sambafied olodum devotional rhythm we play). Another of these gods is elegua and this name was not chosen at random. This is no accident. Putting Samba and Elegua together was the best way i could see to describe the band. I saw us as the synthesis of the two concepts; samba and elegua, and no one much objected so we went with it.

in summation:

Side issues [seemingly related to the name change issue but in fact secondary and in my mind, not compelling reasons to change the name]
- our adherence to the musical form of 'samba' (whatever that may be)
- our relationship with other groups,
- our integrity and not misappropriating other cultures
- our use of the word 'elegua' as it is the name of a god in another religion and therefore religiously significant to some people
- our "brand equity" (didnt know what else to call it, sorry), in other words, the amount of buzz in the world about us, people knowing us by the name, our cards, our site, our history.

Core issue [the only issue compelling enough to support a process as arduous as changing our name]
== Given that our name inspires contempt among some of those in the culture we are guests in, regardless of the fact that we can proove such contempt is unreasonable, is this enough to compell us to change our name. == "

The group is undergoing a vote soon, and I have suggested Bateria Elegua, so that we can avoid the samba misnomer but keep the Elegua, which everyone likes. I also wonder if many will vote to keep Samba Elegua, and that is a definite possibility.

What do you think? Does it make such a difference? Who cares? If we do our best to interpret samba rhythms, playing samba drums, and people already know us by name, is it so different? Lots of groups playing samba music do fusions and funky interpretations and arrangements. Can they call themselves samba but not us?

Our site features MP3s to enrich your response, if you wish: sambaelegua.com

Your words won't affect the fate of our little group, but they will help me consider things. So thanks in advance.

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Cachaça Gabriela - Organic

2007-01-17T05:24:11Z

Cachaça Gabriela - Organic

Cachaça Gabriela is my name. Explaining: cachaça is the same of spirit, schnaps, eau de vie. That's a brazilian name for the spirit made from the sugar cane juice. Typical from Brazil.

But, I'm better than the cachaças I know you already know: I'm organic and artisan made.
That means that we follow the principles to being totally integrated with the environment. Plants are grown without any kind of chemical products giving the sugar cane full organic status. And the way I am produced is really similar to an art: we have to have patience and wait for my right time to drink: at least one year I rest at brazilian's wood barrels: jequitibá-rosa, amburana, bálsamo, amendoim.

http://people.tribe.net/552a7710-72b0-461f-abf3-f5615d39f0c1

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Airmiles...need a ticket to Curitiba

2006-11-07T07:18:27Z

Greetings family,
I am on my way to Curitiba to be with my love and I'm looking for a cheap ticket or...even better a frequent flyer voucher on American/or Delta airlines.
I'm tight on cash but have quite a few items for barter: 2 Armoires (one's a beautiful Indonesian style), I've also got two really FUN purple velvet couches (org. paid $5,000 for these but am looking to sell all of my stuff to make this trip happen). oh...I've got a
ProPlus II treadmill (org. paid $2,700 for this, it's big and great for runners in the winter season). I can give you all the specs on these items if you're interested.
I really need this ticket asap because it's getting difficult to book these flights due to the holiday season.

Many thanks. Blessings,
Jennifer

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SF / Oakland Sambistas... What up?

2006-09-15T15:48:00Z

So, I'll be vacationing in SF for the next 5 days. Anything happening? I would lurve to sit in on caixa, surdo, repinique, you name!

Cheers!
-John

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California Brazil Camp 2nd session still has space

2006-08-29T04:08:52Z

Oh my Orixa! I just got back from a spiritual Samba dance, song, music festival two hours north of SF near the Russian River in the REdwoods. If you can get away from work and get out there you will NOT be disappointed.

Check it out at http://www.mameluco.com/

The guitar teacher Guinga is a composer beyond my comprehension... right up there with Duke Ellington.

GO if you can. Spread the word if you can't. If you can only go for a couple or three days, get out there and cut a deal with Rich. Tell them that some crazy first timer named Elise posted it on the tribe.

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salsa, merengue, samba, cumbia, mambo, cha cha, tango, rhumba dance Tuesday Palo Alto

2006-08-21T06:43:51Z

Part of a new Tuesday night dance series in Palo Alto
different dances for each Tuesday of the month:
1st Tango, 2nd Blues, 3rd Zydeco, 4th Latin

August 22 is the 4th Tuesday
This night is a mix of all sorts of latin dances: salsa, merengue,
cha cha, cumbia, rhumba, bolero, samba, lambada, jive and anything else
that looks fun.

Class dances, instructors, and DJ's will vary by month

7:00-8:30 -beginning class in salsa, merengue
and cha cha with leslie (August 22)

8:30-11:00 -dance til you drop

Admission: $7, or $5 with student ID

First United Methodist Church
625 Hamilton Ave (X Tasso)
www.FridayNightWaltz.com/Tuesdays.html

You need:
-no experience
-no partner. We will switch partners frequently.
-comfortable clothing
-comfortable shoes. Leather or suede soles are best
but not required.

For more information, contact scott.g@pway.com or leslie_gor@yahoo.com
posted by:

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Africa

2006-04-25T15:32:28Z

All forms of dance originate from Africa. Belly dance has come via Egypt and Samba has come via West Africa. They are both interpretations of the original form. To combine the two would create a new form and interpretation that is unique. Have fun!

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ROOT Magazine and Community

2006-04-17T23:59:50Z

Hello All,

I've been working hard on a new project for the global dance community. Opening features focus on Samba!

Check it out at:

Rootmag.typepad.com

Thank you!

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Samba classes in SF/Bay area

2006-03-30T17:46:23Z

I know there are tons of them so I'm hoping this will narrow it down for me!

I'm in town for a week or so and want to check out a few...any recommendations?

Rosalie

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Oi from Salvador!

2006-03-14T19:30:53Z

Hey any of you dancers from/ in Salvador... I´m looking for the bomb ass dance classes here! I´ve just moved to Barra and am attending Escola de Danca... The classes are great, but I´m looking for more... Afro- Samba- Modern I´ve trained a lot in the states, and I´m prepared to get my ass kicked. Also... any clubs, shows, recommendations.... : booty shakin`get down soul music? Bomb dance attire, shoes and stuff shopping spots? Sweet, clean, sexy & queer scene? Drumming and beats the pulse your passion?

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another vicarious thrill from Brasil

2006-03-08T08:17:37Z

Hi Everyone, we arrived in Recife, Pernambuco on Monday, and we saved the best part of Carnaval for last. Thanks to everyone for the great feedback.
The last couple days in Salvador were wonderful...Friday evening in Pelourinho we ran into a Bloco that was playing wonderful Maracatu (afro-brazilian rhythm from Pernambuco state) this bloco was very special because they had made the 10+hour car journey all the way from Olinda with their alfaias (large wooden drums) plus they had a large brass section that was playing wonderful melodies to the pulsing rhythms. While Beto and I were dancing hard, we got a big thumbs up from someone that looked familiar, and sure enough it was a friend of ours from Santa Cruz, CA playing caixa with the bloco--small world. Later that evening we ran into an amazing samba de roda (circle) that was playing traditional samba de roda with pandeiros and atabaques (hand drums) at nose bleed tempo. Someone in the circle saw us dancing, and pulled us into the center of the circle to samba! It was quite the workout because they were playing, singing, and dancing so hard and fast! Sunday evening we enjoyed filhas de gandhi afoxe (all women) super fun with an incredible singer, then later the filhos de gandhi afoxe (all men) 7000 members strong -no lie- playing unbelievable afoxe rhythm and dancing and singing of course.
Monday we arrived in Recife and were greeted by Beto's niece Aline which was very sweet. She drove us to Beto's friend's apartment here in Boa Viagem with ocean view and pool where we are staying. The first night was mind blowing Maracatu in downtown Recife. There were helicopters flying around an enormous crowd. The event was Noites dos tambores silenciosos which is an annual event where all the Maracatu blocos come out and play, after midnight they cut the lights for a moment of silence in respect for the slaves that were tortured. It takes place in the old part of downtown around the church where the slaves were traded and tortured. The interesting thing was that when they went to cut the lights, there was no switch, but rather these men with very little in terms of safety gear went up ladders that were leaning against nothing but wires, and basically unplugged the wires with bare hands. keep in mind the voltage in this part of Brazil is 220 volts, and the ladders were leaning against wires, not the poles, and on the street were large puddles of beer etc..pretty insane that it all went without a hitch! They went back up the ladders and the lights came back on after 15 minutes of so of silence. After all that the blocos started right back up to the pulsing Maracatu which they play very fast with some new intrumentation including chocalhas and timbals.
Tuesday we headed by bus to Olinda which is in my mind the best Carnaval city anywhere. It was very special because not only are there huge trees throughout the city for shade, and ocean views everywhere, this is the city Beto grew up in, so we went from house to house visiting friends and family, hopping in the outdoor showers or pools to cool off, and dancing. Cooling off in the pool listening to live amplified pagode with a caiprinha in one hand and a beer in the other hand in the shade of a manguera (mango tree) heaven! When you show up at a friend's home, they immediately make cocktails, and/or offer food, and are incredibly warm, dancing catching up etc. When it is time to keep it moving, they offer go cups. We met countless friends and had a wonderful time dancing on the streets checking out the frevo blocos with brass, and the Maracatu was beyond description. 10 piece maracatu blocos playing more traditional rhythms in a circle of alfaias, incredibly tight breaks, in the center were the xequere (large beaded ghourds) players playing and dancing with pure enjoyment. I was driven to tears once again! Yesterday (wednesday) carnaval continued in Olinda, so we went back and had a wondeful meal at Beto's sisters house, cooled off in the pool again, and went to party at Jonah's. I had my camera yesterday, and got a couple shots of the festa brasiliera.

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Nao Grupos?

2006-03-02T21:39:47Z

That is odd there is no samba group tribes. I'll ask Daniela if she wants to start one. She's here:

http://www.danielabrazil.com/

I did her website. What do you think?

Going to perform at a Code Pink anti war protest and celebration of women's day on March 12th and would love to sing "Maria Quiet". Looked it up in Google and cannot even find the lyrics! Does anyone have a chart/ at least lyrics for this lovely song?

Come on down to the beach and see The Trees. I sing in Portuguese with a funny American accent and in English too. And you can bet I'll be shakin' it up samba stylee during the guitar solo in Desifinado ;)

http://www.codepink4peace.org/article.php?id=796

Peace and Love in the World Right Now,

Erin

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Why no samba group tribes?

2006-03-01T08:36:38Z

So...

For bellydance troupes and drummers there are like 4 frickin-billion different tribes, but it looks like there aren't ANY for samba dance groups or baterias. Where's the Fogo Na Roupa tribe? The Aquarela tribe? The Loco Bloco tribe? The Energia Do Samba tribe?

What gives?

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News from the party in Brasil

2006-02-26T18:35:41Z

This is from a good friend who is in our local Samba Hood Rio. I thought you all might like a little vicarious Carnaval.

Hi friends and family, We are here in Salvador which I have come to find out is the major destination in Brazil for Carnaval. It is a constant party, and people are still arriving from everywhere you can imagine, mostly from around Brazil, but also tons of Brits, Euros, Israelis, some Americans etc etc --super fun party, all free on the streets which are decorated beyond festive including massive figures of Bahians --very Black women in flowing white dresses. The really cool thing about Carnaval that I noticed is the commitment to traditional Afro-Brazilian rhythms--also the fact that it is really all ages. There are literally babies partying with their families, 80 year old women partying in tradional Bahian outfits at 3AM, --fully awake. It is non-stop parades with massive trucks that carry the sound systems and the musicians and dancers perform on top of the trucks -trio electrico, accompanying the music is the entire percussion section who are on the street with their drums marching and dancing, everyone smiling big and singing. It is for sure a huge crowd, but there are so many vendors with little carts and coolers, there is no wait for freezing cold beers, and no wait for the porta potties believe it or not....also we were able to get a spot on a nice park bench to sit and relax for a bit between blocos.
Yesterday we took a break from Carnaval, and went to the beach, it was a gorgeous sunny day. The beach was fully lined with coco palms and the surf was awesome for body surfing. There are kiosks setup where you can buy ice cold coconut water, and everyone sits at cafe tables on the sand with big barracas (umbrellas) for shade. The waitress comes around with menus so you can order food and beer or whatever you want right there on the sand.
The food in Bahia is amazing. Everything is made with palm oil, or coconut milk, or both, and is quite spicy with oregano, and pimenta. The fish is awesome, very tender especially cooked in the coconut milk. There is a Bahian tradional food that is popular with the vendors, very yummy called Acaraje which is a bean puree deep fried in the dende (palm oil) and served as a sandwhich with ocra, fish sauce, shrimp and pimenta--so good! The funny thing is that the McDonalds that opened here in 2001 actually tried to serve "MacAje" -their version of the Acaraje, and it was not very well received. In fact they were forced to cancel it because there was a huge protest from the entire Bahian population!
Two nights ago in the Pelourinho neighborhood there was an Afro-Brazilian bloco parading that was pretty rocking. When we got close, we realized that it was all Japanese people playing and dancing. Their leader was dressed up like Carlinhos Brown! So great to see, and so daring...the local crowd was unsure what to think, but everyone was dancing and having fun, but the facial expressions from the locals were pretty funny. Later we ran into a local Afro bloco that had full on line dancing behind the parade which was moving fast. We joined in the festivities, and learned some cool new moves-- the guy leading the dancing was super friendly --total legal--totally cool!
Today we are resting up because tonight is a big night--Olodum parades at 2AM and Ile Aye at 4AM! all right here in the Pelo.

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Samba reggae

2006-02-22T19:04:42Z

Anyone have any good suggestions for samba reggae artists/albums?

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Going to Carnaval on Feb 12 in SF?

2006-02-04T17:30:50Z

I'm going to the carnaval at the Bill Graham auditorium on 2/12/05. I'm really excited to be able to samba all night! (not that I'm very good at it but love the music). Anyone else going and want to meet?

Susie

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Need Writers

2006-01-30T17:56:28Z

Hello Everyone,

I need someone to write a piece for a magazine of 1000-1500 words in length about the origins of Samba and its place in Brazilian culture today.

This will be published online and in print in a new magazine about global dance culture. At present time there is no budget, however we can link to your site and plug your other creative works.

If interested, please send me a private message. *and feel free to pass this message on*

Thank you!

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music recommendations

2006-01-14T02:54:23Z

hey everyone!
so, I'm a beginning samba lover, and I'd like to expand my samba music experience-
Can anyone give me some music recommendations? i.e. groups and styles to check out.
much appreciated!

thanks
Kaitlin

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arnold in brasil

2005-12-23T18:25:24Z

http://www.giantmonster.com/movies/arnold_in_brazil.mov

not safe for work, or people with a delicate stomache.

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Loyd's Family Players (Bay Area)

2005-12-06T06:54:30Z

Hey all -

I'm trying to get in touch with these folks - gave them my info at Decompression, but haven't heard anything, so either they lost the scrap of paper or they don't want a fiesty redhead rockin' the surdo with them. Anyway, if anybody knows how to get in touch with them, it'd be appreciated. Thanks!!

~Rebecca

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Daniela Mercury

2005-10-18T18:15:35Z

Did anyone see Daniela Mercury at the Fox Theatre last week. Any comments on her musical style??

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CBC 2005- so how was it???

2005-10-10T18:10:31Z

I'd love to hear some stories from those lucky folks that made it to California Brazil Camp this year! I was there last year and a had a really fine time!

So how was it? What was your favorite thing? The food was awesome, right? The late night Pagode, rocked, yeah???

How many of you went the distance of two full weeks?

Argh! I'm so jealous!

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Recommendations for a new listener

2005-10-08T07:20:40Z

Hi I love Choro and just started listening to Samba. Does any one have any recommendations for what is essential samba. I like music that is rich and full of energy. I like some samba I've heard more than others just like any other genre. Please help me find some fat samba beats.

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Where to go in SF

2005-09-29T02:06:14Z

I just moved here and am looking for a good club that plays samba and/or Brazilian music. Any good recommendations? Any people looking to go?
Amy

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Music

2005-08-04T02:56:59Z

Hi! New here. Can someone recommend some good Samba music for shows. Songs that are not too long. What is the current (popular) music used in shows?

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been to CBC?

2005-07-28T00:14:00Z

I want to let everyone know that there's still room in the second session of this year's California Brazil Camp, the last week of August. I'm going back after more than one great experience there. More at mameluco.com.

(If you would rather study in Rio, there's na-roda.com for one-on-one lessons and workshops.)

Tudo de bom,

Eric

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SF pics of Energia do Samba

2005-07-18T16:19:06Z

hey everyone,

who took the pics from SF Carnaval and posted them? I was dancing with Maisa's troupe and have no photos!

~m

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Brazilectro tribe (brand new!)

2005-07-06T01:51:57Z

http://tribes.tribe.net/Brazilectro

For discussions about "Brazilian Electronica" or "Sambass" (samba/drum'n'bass) or whatever you may call it...

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Costume....

2005-06-08T00:39:16Z

Post your ideas here!

Any links to shops in SF?

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maracatu

2005-05-09T08:30:12Z

could someone explain to me why a comp that a friend loaned me (maracatu atomico) it sounds like they keep playing the same song every 4 tracks or so? it's a really frenetic percussion piece alternating w/vocal sections...

it's driving me crazy, and i'm figuring it's at least partially because of my ignorance.

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Wanna be in the Carnival Parade? Stilters, dancers and drummers!!!!!!!

2005-03-18T19:59:50Z

Hi! My name is dena and I stiltwalk in Carnival with a group, Mara Reggae.
I would like to invite other stilter's to join us. There are usually 5 - 7
stilters and it would be fun to have more! I am also inviting drummers and
dancers to come out too...........

Mara Reggae is made up of a samba percussion core, samba dancers, and then
us the stilters! There is a contribution of $35.00 (i think) to stilt in
the parade.

The first rehearsal is this Sunday, March 20 from 4-5:30 at City Dance
Studio. At this time Rhonda, the organizer, will go over the theme for our
group, and other logistics.

The rehearsals continue on Sundays until the parade on May 29th. It is not
mandatory that you attend all rehearsals. Usually the first set of
rehearsals are for people who are interested in learning the dancer's
choreography. Those rehearsals are held at the City Dance Studio on March
27, April 3, 10 and 17 from 4-5:30 pm.

On April 24th, the outdoor rehearsals start at Golden Gate Park, (these I
usually go to just for the fun of getting up) - The outdoor rehearsals are
from 12:30-2pm on April 24, May 1, May 8 and May 15.

The parade is on May 29th!!!!!!!!!!

Information about Mara Reggae and the location of the dance studio can be
found below.

If you are interested in joining us, would like more information or have any
questions, please feel free to e-mail me.

Hope to see you on Sunday!

www.citydance.org

map:

http://marareggae.com/classes/map.shtml

http://marareggae.com/carnaval/

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Kosmos World Music & Dance Camp...

2005-02-28T05:51:43Z

June 2nd-5th, 2005

www.kosmoscamp.com

The warm summer days at Kosmos Camp are filled with music and dance workshops. Dancers learn and perform on finished dance floors, with wall mirrors in the main lodge. Musicians enjoy instruction and practice opportunities in our open-air venues. Both dancers and musicians study with world-renowned professional teachers in a wide variety of styles from different cultures.

And all campers enjoy the luxuries of Saratoga Springs Resort, nestled just over 2 hours north of both San Francisco and Sacramento in 260 private acres of forest. Miles of hiking trails with breathtaking views of nearby Clearlake and access to natural mineral springs, surround a pair of lodges with both indoor sleeping accommodations and clean camp grounds, complete with a spacious pool and large jacuzzi. All meals are provided by our professional chef and feature a gourmet menu with an eclectic array of world cuisines and a full bar serving reasonably priced mixed drinks, beer, and wine after dinner. Evenings feature concerts and dance performances by students and staff in the immaculate Heart Lodge, and open-floor dancing with late-night jamming afterwards.

Ultimately, Kosmos is both a school of music and dance, as well as an unforgettable celebration among friends. It is a special getaway where people bond their passions and talents. We hope you join us and help create a unique community that we all can cherish in the years to come.

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Philly DJ headed to Brazil...

2005-01-20T01:21:59Z

Oi! Tudo bem? (disculpe meu portugues ruim ...)
Mue nome e Stephanie e eu sou uma dejota da Philadelphia. Depois de anos e anos sonhando sobre fazer isso, eu vou ao Brasil bem pronto para passar quasi 2 meses. Vou viajar do Porto Alegre ate o nordeste via Sampa, Rio, Belo, Salvador, e Fortazleza, Recife, Brasilia e Manau o Belem si tenho tempo. Eu vou Jan 26 e regreso Mar 16.

Eu toco "broken beat" (e muitas otras coisas) e quero saber si alguem conhece uns clubes/discos/barras quem quer um DJ para umas noites. Voce pode estucar a minha obra em:
http://www.beleza-music.org/trackssets
O mais nove se chama "Me Diz Que Sou Ridiculo".
E mais de tocar discos, gostaria encontrar com boas pessoas. Si voce mora la e quer juntar, por favor faz contacto comigo.
Muito obrigada!!!!

Hi, how how is everyone!
My name is Stephanie and I'm a DJ in Philadelphia. After years of dreaming about it, I'm finally headed of to Brazil for about 2 months. I'm starting in Porto Alegre and going to hit Sao Paulo, Rio, Belo, Salvador, and if I have time, Fortalez, Recife, Brasilia and a bit of the Amazon from either Manaus or Belem. I leave next Wed Jan 26 and get back March 16.

I play "broken beat" (and lots of other things) and I wanted to know if anyone knows of clubs or bars in those cities that would want to have an extra DJ for a night or 2. You can check out what I'm doing at
http://www.beleza-music.org/trackssets
My latest mix is called "Me Diz Que Sou Ridiculo". Also, beyond just djing, I'd like to meet up with cool folks! If you live dow there and watn to meet up, get in touch.

Thanks a lot!!!

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New to tribe net. looking for freinds... drop me a line

2004-12-19T09:02:09Z

Hi, Beginner at Samba and orixa dances... Love Forro but can't find anyone to teach me to dance it... any ideas...anyone
peace- m

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Samba Fusion in Berkely

2004-11-12T09:46:14Z

Samba Fusion is a blend of Brazilian Samba techniques... For more information, check out: www.indigomovement.net

Tuesdays 12:30 - 1:30
@The Beat (2590 9th St. @Dwight, Berkeley)

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BEIJINHOS DA BEIJINHA - CORREÇÃO

2004-08-16T04:26:08Z

COMO É O TRIBE?
QUEM E DE ONDE VOCÊS SÃO?
EU SOU DE NITERÓI/RJ, TENHO 23 ANOS, SEM NAMORADO MAS A PROCURA E AMO FAZER NOVAS AMIZADES. ICQ:140196979
FAÇO JORNALISMO NA FACULDADE DA CIDADE QUE FICA EM IPANEMA! AMO SAMBA!!! QUERO CONHECER TODOS!!!

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oi sou nova aqui!

2004-08-16T04:22:51Z

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SF Samba

2004-08-13T18:47:57Z

Hi guys--

Following a longtime dream of mine, I took my first samba class at Dance Mission (with Sylvana Sousa) last night!

[phew] It kicked my ass, but was it ever great.

Any other SF-ers out there?

-Emma

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new member

2004-08-12T17:34:42Z

hi!

I just ran into my old samba teacher at a benefit in San Jose, and will be starting my classes again! Anyone know of places in and around Mountain View to boogie down?!

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Burning Samba...

2004-07-23T19:22:42Z

Hey Sambistas!

I am teaching 2 Samba classes at Burning Man and need drummers! If you know people who are skilled at this and attend the Burning Man festival please put them in touch with me... it would be a shame to be limited to a DJ and have first time dancers miss out on the experience of live music...

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Samba Tribe Goes to Burning Man!

2004-06-23T06:08:39Z

A life's dream, will it be actualized? A Samba Tribe at Bruning Man. It doesn't matter where you live now, we can work via the net to get a Samba Tribe together. Here are some things we'll need:

People
Glitter
Feathers
Drums
And a whole lot-a-water

I'd like to shoot for a pilgrimage to Bruning Man in 2005. If you're up for it and down wid it, by all means let me know and we'll slowly work out the details.

Tchau!

-Brenda

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(Too much) parade coverage

2004-06-11T07:59:56Z

This question/comment goes out to all of you in SF:

Before heading out to the parade on Sunday, I checked out some of the live coverage on KRON channel 4...

Typical newscaster stuff, but with one parade organizer for a little more effect. Problem: I couldn't understand why they weren't showing much dancing. No, but then they were...but only of children ...or fully dressed adults. Curious.

Every time they'd show a group with men or women in more ...well, sexy outfits, they'd keep the camera at a serious distance! Kind of depressing for me, who really enjoys the more exotic outfits with feathers and such.

Contrary to what they showed on TV, the actual parade was much different. I just couldn't believe the coverage was so prudish.

The 'Sons and Daughters of Orpheus' were just wonderful live! As was Foga na Ropa (sp?)

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videos?

2004-06-08T21:17:58Z

Unfortunately due to schedule conflicts, I can't make either local samba classes anymore (unless they change nights- hey, I can hope), does anyone know of any samba videos? I've come across generic "Brazilian Workout" videos, but I was wondering if there are any instructional videos in existance?

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San Francisco King & Queen

2004-04-29T23:08:52Z

I went to the King and Queen competition Saturday night but had to leave early. Who won?

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samba in the movies?

2004-04-16T19:50:29Z

hey ya'll..does anyone out there have recommendations on movies, documentaries, visual media with some awsome samba/brazilian dance moments? does a movie anout samba exist?i've been cravin' to see some.
thanks

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Samba experts! Chime in for a newbie!

2004-04-14T19:30:10Z

Hey-

So how long did it take you to "get it". I can't coordinate my feet to save my life. All this heel-ball, swerve, switch feet thing is killing me! Whine. Whine. Whine. Moan. I'm just disappointed that I still can't "samba". I can do the little hip circles and bigger movements- but the heart of the dance, the actual "Samba" part...nope...still alludes me. Though, as I said, I'm a complete newbie and even worse- I'm coming from a Middle East dance background. I wanna shimmy Egyptian style, but dammit, heel-ball, swerve, ball-heel, swerve, heel-ball, swerve...

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Carnaval 2004

2004-04-09T03:40:24Z

I read a few posts in the Burning Man thread and decided to start a new one for this specific question:

Where are you going to be during Carnaval, 2004?

I have business in São Paulo sometime in Feb and a few of my American friends want to fly down, meet up and shake it up. I'm pretty sure they're going to want to go to the Sambodromo in Rio.

Where are you going to be?

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Survey!!!

2004-03-26T06:40:38Z

Hey Sambistas!

I am writing a paper and need a little info to speed me along.... if you have a few moments, fill out the survey below... you can cut and paste and send it directly to my tribe box, or just post below.

Thank you!

~M

Survey:

· Are you Male or Female
· Age
· Occupation
· City of residence

· What style of dance do you practice
· What is your secondary style of dance (include all other styles you study)
· How long have you been dancing
· Are you a teacher or a student
· Do you perform or belong to a performance group
· How often do you take classes
· On a scale of 1- 10 (10 being highest) rate your immersion into the culture of your chosen form of dance

· What drew you to this style of dance:
ie: dress, music, cultural heritage, fitness
· Do you practice yoga
· Do you practice pilates

· Have you traveled to the country of origin of your favored dance style
· If not, are you planning to
· Do you buy, or make your own costumes
· Do listen to the specific dance music outside of class

· If not listed above, do you partner dance
· Which styles? (ie salsa, swing, tango, ballroom)
· Do you play a musical instrument
· Do you feel a sense of belonging within the dance community
· Do you feel there is an inter-connectivity between the various ethnic dances of the world
· Are you interested in all ethnic dance forms, or only the primary one you are studying

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East Bay samba?

2004-03-21T04:35:58Z

I wanna learn samba! Is there anywhere in the East Bay that anybody can recomend? Classes, clubs, etc? If not, I would even settle for capoeira.

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SO HAPPY!

2004-03-10T23:57:07Z

Starting a new samba class tomorrow in Old Sac!!! I'm sooooooo excited!!!!! Finally got one! Yippee!

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anyone here from Sacramento?

2004-02-18T17:28:26Z

Just wondering...the places that claim to have samba...er...the Brazilian Arts Center, for example, doesn't currently have samba, just capoiera.

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writing down dance moves

2004-02-16T22:12:11Z

anyone know a simple way to write down dance moves, for others to learn from?

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samba activism

2004-02-14T00:33:24Z

is anyone on here interested in or involved with samba as a part of protest?

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Samba & Pagode in LA

2003-10-28T18:35:48Z

Samba & Pagode in LA

Club Samba – First Saturday of every month: Live samba music with Sambala Samba School. Also, exciting samba show, dance lessons, and Brazilian food!
Cover: $5.- Adult $1.- kids 4-12, All Ages
Location: Tony’s Restaurant/Sambala Samba School, 701 Long Beach Blvd. Long Beach, CA 90802
Tel: (562) 435-6238

Café Dansa – Live Samba every Friday night, 11 p.m. with Mila Samba School
Cover: $10.-, All ages!
Location: 11533 Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, CA
Tel. (310) 478-7866

Zambumba – Live Pagode every Sunday night.
Cover: FREE, 21 & Up
Location: 10717 Venice Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90034
Tel. (310) 841-6525

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