Andre Skowronski
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The Carnaval of Brazil: Who are the Mythical Baianas?
Legendary and mythical "Baianas" are one of the most known characters of the Brazilian Carnaval and surely represent the utmost samba tradition and authenticity (aside with the Flag-Bearers and Samba-hosts). Foreigners and Brazilians simply fall under a spell when they 'float' through the Sambadromes runaway. Some of the "Baianas", having more than 90 years old, still show plenty of vigor and charisma... (posted by Andre 2 years 132 days ago.)
Legendary and mythical "Baianas" are one of the most known characters of the Brazilian Carnaval and surely represent the utmost samba tradition and authenticity (aside with the Flag-Bearers and Samba-hosts). Foreigners and Brazilians simply fall under a spell when they 'float' through the Sambadromes runaway. Some of the "Baianas", having more than 90 years old, still show plenty of vigor and charisma... (posted by Andre 2 years 132 days ago.)
Goddesses of Samba in Brazil's Carnival: How are they Chosen?
Samba dancing may sound only as fun, especially for foreigners. But in Brazil, this activity is taken very seriously by amateur and professional dancers, as we will see below. Samba dancing in the Carnival of Brazil is part of our culture and somehow national identity. Just like Jazz in New Orleans, Tango in Argentina, and Salsa at the Caribbean, samba dancing is taught since the very early... (posted by Andre 2 years 140 days ago.)
Samba dancing may sound only as fun, especially for foreigners. But in Brazil, this activity is taken very seriously by amateur and professional dancers, as we will see below. Samba dancing in the Carnival of Brazil is part of our culture and somehow national identity. Just like Jazz in New Orleans, Tango in Argentina, and Salsa at the Caribbean, samba dancing is taught since the very early... (posted by Andre 2 years 140 days ago.)
Brazilian Carnival Drums Section Queens Explained
On this article we will explain everything you ever wanted to know about Goddesses of the Brazilian Carnival, called Drum Section Queens, or "Rainha de Bateria" in Portuguese. Carnival Drum Queens, Queen of the Drums, Drummers Muse, Percussions Muse, Drum Section Queen, or even Percussion Queen, are some names given by translators to the Brazilian Carnaval expression of "Rainha de Bateria". We decided to... (posted by Andre 2 years 156 days ago.)
On this article we will explain everything you ever wanted to know about Goddesses of the Brazilian Carnival, called Drum Section Queens, or "Rainha de Bateria" in Portuguese. Carnival Drum Queens, Queen of the Drums, Drummers Muse, Percussions Muse, Drum Section Queen, or even Percussion Queen, are some names given by translators to the Brazilian Carnaval expression of "Rainha de Bateria". We decided to... (posted by Andre 2 years 156 days ago.)
Celebration of 200 Years of Portuguese Royal Family Arrival in Brazil
Everybody is aware that this year we are celebrating 200 years since the Portuguese Royal family arrived in Rio, but how did Rio de Janeiro become what is known for today? Follows below a small summary of Rio de Janeiro historical events: The Guanabara Bay was first discovered by explorers from Portugal in January, 1502, which is how the January River, as 'Rio de Janeiro' translates... (posted by Andre 3 years 288 days ago.)
Everybody is aware that this year we are celebrating 200 years since the Portuguese Royal family arrived in Rio, but how did Rio de Janeiro become what is known for today? Follows below a small summary of Rio de Janeiro historical events: The Guanabara Bay was first discovered by explorers from Portugal in January, 1502, which is how the January River, as 'Rio de Janeiro' translates... (posted by Andre 3 years 288 days ago.)
Official Brazilian Carnival Dates from 2009 through 2030
A re you going to spend your carnival in Brazil ? If yes, do you know what dates carnival will fall in 2009? One of the most common questions regarding carnival in Brazil is to know when the official dates are. Why are these dates so difficult to know or memoriz (posted by Andre 4 years 29 days ago.)
A re you going to spend your carnival in Brazil ? If yes, do you know what dates carnival will fall in 2009? One of the most common questions regarding carnival in Brazil is to know when the official dates are. Why are these dates so difficult to know or memoriz (posted by Andre 4 years 29 days ago.)
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