Frevo

Frevo is an effervescent and colorful music genre that originates from the carnival in Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil. Characterized by its rapid and complex rhythms, brass band orchestration, and association with acrobatic dance moves, frevo music is a high-energy sound that stimulates both auditory senses and physical impulses. It emerged at the end of the 19th century, blending martial music, maxixe, and other local rhythms. The music often features a fast tempo, with brass instruments like trumpets, trombones, and saxophones playing the melody over a foundation of percussion, such as snare drums and bass drums. Frevo evokes a festive atmosphere that inspires audiences to engage with the frenetic pace, symbolizing the exuberant spirit of Brazilian Carnival. The influence of these artists defines the genre's dynamic nature and its ongoing cultural significance in Brazil.

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O REI DA BATIDINHA
Cavaleiros do Forró
Forró Hits
Kleberiano
Ivon Curi
Orquestra Frevo do Mundo
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The Sound of Frevo 14 Frevo artists
The Sound of Bloco 2 Frevo artists
The Sound of Bandolim 2 Frevo artists
The Sound of Viola Caipira 2 Frevo artists
The Sound of Música Portuguesa Contemporânea 1 Frevo artist
The Sound of Rock Catarinense 1 Frevo artist

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