Category Archives: Brazil

Posted on February 21, 2012 by agogo22

Originally posted on Americas South and North:
Last night was the first of two nights in which Rio de Janeiro’s samba schools parade, with the songs, themes, floats, and costumes I previously wrote about on full display. Below, are collections…

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Carnival in Brazil 2012: Samba School X-9 PAULISTANA (São Paulo)

Posted on February 20, 2012 by agogo22

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Will there be life after ‘Carnaval’?

Posted on February 20, 2012 by agogo22

Originally posted on 3rdculturechildren:
So, here we are! the popular choice: bright colors & lots of fun! We’re another foreign service family, posted in Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil, a place showcasing a magical mix between the Dutch, Portuguese, Spanish and native…

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Getting ready for Carnaval! {or Esquentando os Tamborins Part II}

Posted on February 16, 2012 by agogo22

Originally posted on 3rdculturechildren:
So, here we are, a week before the largest celebration this country is capable of displaying: Carnival or, how we say it Brazil, “Carnaval”… Well, not a week from today, but from last Saturday, February 11th,…

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Carnaval num espetáculo de alma

Posted on February 15, 2012 by agogo22

https://vimeo.com/9767116

Durante os desfiles das escolas do grupo especial de Porto Alegre, no complexo cultural do Porto Seco, foliões e apaixonados pelo carnaval movimentavam os barracões antes e depois da passagem das suas escolas. Um espetáculo de alma.

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Samparkour

Posted on February 15, 2012 by agogo22

Realise new possibilities in rhythm & dance with Manchester School of Samba’s practice tonight at 7p.m. Sacred Trinity Church! More info see our web site at http://www.sambaman.org.uk