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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Velha Guarda Bloco
Latest Frevo Release
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Tá Quente, Tá Muito Quente
Single - Released January 31, 2025
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O REI DA BATIDINHA
Forró Hits
Kleberiano
Orquestra Frevo do Mundo
Claudionor Germano
Ivon Curi
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The Sound of Capoeira 4 Frevo artists
The Sound of Viola Caipira 2 Frevo artists
The Sound of Música Amapaense 1 Frevo artist
The Sound of Rio Grande do Sul Indie 1 Frevo artist
The Needle / Brazil 1 Frevo artist
The Sound of Música Sinfônica 1 Frevo artist

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