Brazilian dances
In any corner of the country that you visit you will find local colouring and mad energy of life expressed in dance.
Brazilian folk dances are forms of expression of folk art. Texts, rhythm, costumes, choreography depict the three main parts of Brazilian culture in their complicated interaction.
Each state has its own musical and dance tendency.
Pernambuco is the north-eastern state of Brazil proud of such dances as Maracatu and Frevo, Coco de Roda, Forro.
Rio-de-Janeiro is the south-western state famous for fiery Samba, which counts more than 20 kinds, and Matchish (Brazilian tango).
State Para is in the North of Brazil and has the musical style and dance Lambada.
Below you can find more detailed information on some of them.
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AfoxeAn African dance connected to the Condomble culture |
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AfroA dance which depicts African roots of Brazilian culture |
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Coco de rodaA dance from North-East of Brazil |
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MaracatuA dance most popular in the state Pernambuco |
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MaculeleA dance which often copies capoeira movements |
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SambaFiery dance which many people associate with Brazil |
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ForroNorth-Eastern Brazilian dance and music |
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FrevoA dance from north-eastern Brazil, colourful and exotic |
