Música de Capoeira

Música de Capoeira is the traditional musical aspect of the Afro-Brazilian martial art, capoeira. It involves singing, playing percussion instruments like the berimbau, atabaque, and pandeiro, and clapping. The music sets the rhythm and tempo for the capoeira game, guiding movements and interaction. Songs often have call-and-response structures, reflecting themes of resistance, history, and community. This musical practice is integral to capoeira’s cultural expression, fostering unity, storytelling, and the preservation of Afro-Brazilian heritage. It creates an immersive environment that combines music, dance, and martial arts in a dynamic, communal experience.