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Samba – The rhythm of a nation «

Posted on May 3, 2017 by agogo22

The key facts that turned an expression of slaves into the most popular music genre of Brazil…. Source: Samba – The rhythm of a nation «

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AlienLove – The History and Traditions of Beltane/May Day

Posted on April 29, 2017 by agogo22

Beltane is considered one of the most important of the ancient holidays. It’s history goes back further than records exist. It is a time for renewal, regrowth and fertility – for the land, livestock, wild animals, and humankind. It welcomes … Continue reading →

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workshop de Repinique – YouTube

Posted on April 26, 2017 by agogo22
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Mocidade share 2017 Carnival title with Portela | Brazil the Guide

Posted on April 6, 2017 by agogo22

After lodging an appeal with the League of Samba Schools, that are responsible for the parade of the top samba schools, it was decided that Mociade should share the title of champions of the 2017 c… Source: Mocidade share 2017 … Continue reading →

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Notting Hill Carnival | Perspectives on Life, the Universe and Everything

Posted on March 20, 2017 by agogo22

Biggest street party in Europe, if you ever plan to be in London in end August then don’t miss the show. The colours are just amazing and the mood is jubilant and intoxicating (literally) 🙂 Source: Notting Hill Carnival | … Continue reading →

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Manchester Irish Festival | Official Venues

Posted on March 14, 2017 by agogo22

Source: Manchester Irish Festival | Official Venues

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Oscar’s too white, Carnival’s too black – DMovies – your platform for thought-provoking cinema

Posted on February 24, 2017 by agogo22

As Brazil prepares for Carnival, DMovies remembers Black Orpheus, the Oscar and cordial racism in Brazilian cinema and beyond Source: Oscar’s too white, Carnival’s too black – DMovies – your platform for thought-provoking cinema

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PICTURES: Children raise more than £10k for St Rocco’s at Lantern Walk (From Warrington Guardian)

Posted on October 25, 2016 by agogo22

CHILDREN and their families filled Orford Park with light on Sunday evening for the annual St Rocco’s Lantern Walk. Source: PICTURES: Children raise more than £10k for St Rocco’s at Lantern Walk (From Warrington Guardian)

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The Annual ‘Corso Zundert’ Flower Parade Features Radically Designed Floats Adorned with Dahlias | Colossal

Posted on September 6, 2016 by agogo22

Founded in 1936, the annual Corso Zundert parade is a celebration of the Netherlands’ most iconic exports: flowers. The event is held every year in the small town of Zundert where 20 teams of volunteers from different hamlets compete for … Continue reading →

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Manchester School of Samba at The Manchester Day Parade 2016

Posted on June 21, 2016 by agogo22

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Photos from https://www.flickr.com/photos/64706844@N08/

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