BR3 - Um a Zero
BR3 - Live in Utrecht Playing Brazilian rhythms like choro, forró, samba and more
May 31, 20241 min read
Água de Coco - Hammond Grooves
Live version at JazzB in Sao Paulo. This song is a Jazz Ballad, inspired by a rhythm from the Brazilian North East region, called "Coco",...
Feb 17, 20211 min read
Tonight at Paradiso: Ticket to the Tropics Brazil Special
Tonight I'm playing at Paradiso — and it's going to be a special one. As part of the Ticket to the Tropics: Brazil Special, I'll be on stage with Samba Roots, sharing the Main Hall with Roda da Holanda — two samba rodas, one night, one of Amsterdam's most iconic venues. This kind of meeting doesn't happen often. Doors open at 18:30, main programme starts at 19:30. The DJs Palo Santo Discos and KC The Funkaholic will keep the energy going, and downstairs in the Basement, Baile
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How to Play Tamborim in Axé: Carreteiro Groove for Carnival Blocks
The video above shows an axé groove for tamborim built specifically for carnival block settings. It is a great starting point for anyone beginning to play tamborim or getting into Brazilian rhythms, from beginner up to intermediate level. The Axé Groove: Four Beats, Four Notes Each The groove has four beats, and each beat is divided into four notes using 16th note subdivision. In the video, every note is placed precisely within that subdivision so you can see and hear exactly
7 days ago1 min read
