Category Archives: Carnival

A rather excellent resource…

Posted on August 28, 2013 by agogo22

A Vic Firth Lesson Series with Scott Kettner from his book, “MARACATU FOR DRUMSET AND PERCUSSION,” available through Hal Leonard Publications. ENTER TO WIN an autographed copy of Scott’s book, American Classic® 5A drumsticks, and Vic Firth High-Fidelity Earplugs! Click … Continue reading →

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The Rhythm The City 7pm

Posted on August 13, 2013 by agogo22

We receive a steady stream of enquiries at the moment asking whether new people can join Manchester School of Samba (MSS). The answer is a most affirmative yes (rather than “yes but…”). We enjoy the excellent, energetic and accessible choreography … Continue reading →

Posted in Art, Carnival, Dance, Drumming, Manchester, MSS, Music, Salford, urban | Tagged Art, Brasil, Brazil, brazilian style, Carnaval, Choreography, creatives, Culture, dance, drum, Festival, film, Manchester, Manchester Day Parade, MSS, rhythm, Rio, Urban, Walk The Plank | Leave a comment

Manchester Day Parade 2013

Posted on June 5, 2013 by agogo22

We have been busy preparing for the biggest parade of the year here in my home city of Manchester, The Manchester Day Parade. Modelled on American and Irish events it aims to celebrate the communities, diversity and creativity of the … Continue reading →

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Working Hard

Posted on May 29, 2013 by agogo22

Posted in Art, Carnival, Costume, Drumming, MSS | Tagged Art, brazilian style, Carnaval, creatives, drum, Manchester, Manchester Day Parade, MSS, Urban | Leave a comment

Unidos de Vila Isabel campeã do Carnival do Rio 2013/Vila Isabel Carnival Champions 2013

Posted on February 14, 2013 by agogo22

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Manchester School of Samba – for DrumOff.TV

Posted on January 10, 2013 by agogo22

Some of Manchester School of Samba mucking about for DrumOff.TV’s competition last night! We meet every week at Sacred Trinity Church on a Wednesday. Between 7 and 9.30p.m. There’s a simultaneous dance class as well… More about DrumOff.TV Here

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Samberos

Posted on September 12, 2012 by agogo22

Samberos from GroupOne Mava on Vimeo. Manchester School of Samba meets tonight and every Wednesday at Sacred Trinity Church, Chapel Street, M3 5DW 7 till 9.30p.m.

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Event Review THE Manchester DAY Parade 10th June 2012 | Trifter

Posted on June 12, 2012 by agogo22

EVENT REVIEW THE MANCHESTER DAY PARADE 10TH JUNE 2012 This was the third annual Manchester Day Parade festival, though the first I have seen, and bore the subtitle The Sky’s The Limit, and a theme of celebrating heroic achievements. It … Continue reading →