Boca Rica

Mestre Boca Rica, born Manoel Silva on November 26, 1936, in Maragogipe, Bahia, Brazil, is a renowned capoeirista and musician. He began practicing Capoeira Angola in the 1950s under the guidance of Mestre Pastinha at the Centro Esportivo de Capoeira Angola in Salvador. Boca Rica is celebrated for his expertise in playing the berimbau and his distinctive singing voice, which has been featured in numerous songs, including "Mandei caiar meu sobrado" and "Maranhão." His contributions to capoeira have taken him to over 40 countries, where he has performed for dignitaries such as Queen Elizabeth and the Princess of Denmark. He has also released more than 10 albums worldwide, showcasing his dedication to preserving traditional capoeira music and culture.

Boca Rica's recent releases, such as *Mestre Boca Rica Encontros*, *Capoeira Angola*, and *A Poesia de Boca Rica*, highlight his continued involvement in the capoeira community. His music and legacy reflect his commitment to maintaining the deep cultural roots of capoeira while sharing its beauty with a global audience. Despite his advanced age, Mestre Boca Rica remains active and influential in the capoeira world, inspiring new generations of practitioners and enthusiasts alike.

Genres

Folk

Traditional Folk

Latin

Capoeira

Ethnomusicology

Latin Folk

Latest Release

Mestre Boca Rica Encontros

Boca Rica

Ep - 4 Tracks - Released August 6, 2024