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Afro-Brazilian Percussion

Mondays 8:00 – 9:00 pm
Abada Capoeira

www.abada.org

             Samba Reggae & Carnaval Performance

Sundays 5:00 - 6:30 pm   Tuesdays 6:30 - 7:30pm
Studio Gracia                      Stanford University

www.studiogracia.com           Bechtel International Center



Afro-Brazillian Percussion


Samba Reggae & Carnaval Performance
Classes open to all levels. Students are encouraged, but not required to bring their own drum.
You can order drums from Espirito Drums.

Afro-Brazilian Percussion:
Gamo teaches the culture and drumming traditions of Candomblé, one of the oldest Brazilian religions originating from Africa. As a Master Drummer raised in the Candomblé tradition, Gamo works with all levels of students to teach drumming techniques and rhythms along with the traditional chants that accompany each rhythm.

Class description:
The practice of Candomblé embraces men and women of all ages and cultures. Gamo's previous classes have attracted doctors, CEO's, educators, college students, and others from all walks of life. The teachings of Candomblé and the Orixás are universal. Regardless of religious affiliation, participants learn to focus on "the Spirit" which has no race and is not particular to one group of people. The practice of traditional drumming and chanting in an ancient language serves as a channel to that spiritual awareness. Ultimately, this class takes on a therapeutic nature as participants immerse themselves further into the awareness of Orixás as spiritual guides revealing a connection unique to each individual. This understanding of the anthropomorphic qualities of the Orixás allows participants to further understand the healing power of the Candomblé tradition.

Samba Reggae & Carnaval Performance:
In this fun and moving class, Gamo instructs students to play in a Brazilian Drum Ensemble or Batteria. Several different types of drums are played to create a rhythmically soulful sound. This class is open to women and men. Come prepared to move and groove!

Class Description:
Samba Reggae is a mixture of Brazilian Samba and popular Reggae music. In Brazil, this serves as popular music played at festivals, parties, and other social gatherings. Samba Reggae is most noted for its role in Carnaval, a massive parade of music and dance.

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