forro
what it is
Forró is a kind of Northeastern Brazilian dance that developed from classic styles of folk music such as "Chula" and "Xotis" (term that originated the derivate "Xote"), as well as a word used to denote the different genres of music which accompanies the dance. Both are much in evidence during the annual Festa Junina (June Festival), a part of Brazilian traditional culture which celebrates some of the saints of the Catholic religion. The most celebrated day of the festival is known as the Saint John's (São João) day.
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What is forro?
Forró is a kind of Northeastern Brazilian dance that developed from classic styles of folk music such as "Chula" and "Xotis" (term that originated the derivate "Xote"), as well as a word used to denote the different genres of music which accompanies the dance. Both are much in evidence during the annual Festa Junina (June Festival), a part of Brazilian traditional culture which celebrates some of the saints of the Catholic religion. The most celebrated day of the festival is known as the Saint John's (São João) day.
What are good forro albums to start with?
Try Batidão Tropical by Pabllo Vittar, Vencedor, Vol. 19 by Calcinha Preta, Cadê o After? Pt. 1 by Felipe Amorim, and O Estouro das Vaquejadas by Zé Vaqueiro.
Who are some women making forro?
musicisforgirls.com/genres/forro/girls lists women, non-binary artists, and bands with women making forro, from mainstream to underground.
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