Samba in the Streets of Rio de Janeiro: Energy and Exuberance
<p>The rhythmic beats of Brazilian samba music fill the air in the historic streets of Rio de Janeiro. Brightly colored carnival costumes, dancing, and infectious smiles are everywhere you look. It’s impossible not to get swept up in the joyful energy of the moment.</p>
<p>On any given weekend, impromptu samba parties known as “rodas de samba” break out all over Rio. Neighbors, tourists, and street performers gather together to sing, dance, and connect through the power of music.</p>
<p>The samba songs tell stories of love, life struggles, and celebrations of Afro-Brazilian culture. The sound is exuberant and soulful with pounding drums, whining brass instruments, and call-and-response vocals.</p>
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