Tag: samba music
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Martinho da Vila, “Lusofonia” (2000)
I’ve been meaning to post about this album for the longest. I was introduced to it around 2007 and it became a fast favorite, introducing me to rhythms, history, artists, and lands of the “Lusophone” world. Cabo Verde, Mozambique, São Tomé e Príncipe, Angola, Guinea Bissau. Maybe it can be called a fusion album — […]
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Mayer Hawthorne’s “Christmas Caipirinhas” Mixtape
Mayer Hawthorne · Christmas Caipirinhas I know it’s past Christmas already, but I had to share this mixtape. Those of you already educated on Brazilian music will recognize many of these classic samba funk and MPB (Musica Popular Brasileira) tracks. Those just getting started, enjoy! Track list below. 01 Doris e Miltinho – A Pedida […]
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Is Samba the same as Zumba?
Short answer: no. Samba is a type of Brazilian dance often included in Zumba workouts. Many people are just now becoming aware of samba dance thanks to the popularity of the “Latin-inspired” Zumba dance-fitness program. Zumba is a branded dance-fitness company and brand that brings together many different types of dances to provide a fun workout. Each […]
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Brazil strikes again!
Another case of the Brazilian musical influence! Samba & Brazilian-style melody with electronic/deep house:“Belo Horizonti (Brix Edit)” by The Heartists (a Basement Jaxx alias). From the 1994 – 1997 compilation Atlantic Jaxx Recordings: a Compilation. Thanks to Armando for putting me on to the track!
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Music Recommendations
Here are some favorites I use in my dance classes. I believe all these artists and tracks are easy to find online. Artist names appear on the right:“Carolina” by Seu Jorge“Pega Eu” by Bezerra da Silva“Love Love” by Toty Gira“Abertura do Jogo” by Os Batuqueiros“Aquarela Brasileira” by G.R.E.S. Imperio Serrano This text will be replaced […]
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