A one hour and fifteen minute performance by master Brazilian musician Jorge Alabe and his group Samba Rio. (See jorgealabe.com) Various styles of Brazilian music and dance will be performed and explained, including Candomble, samba de roda, pagode, and batucada. Each of the styles chosen represents a stage in the development of samba and/or a different setting in which samba is played. (The performance will be preceded by a brief introduction by Professor Vaughan and Mr. Alabe.)
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