samba music

what is samba music

Samba music is a lively and rhythmic Afro-Brazilian genre that originated in Brazil, particularly in the regions of Bahia and Rio de Janeiro. It is characterized by its use of African drumming techniques, polyrhythms, and a large percussion section, which includes instruments like the surdo, pandeiro, and cuíca[1][4]. Samba is closely associated with the Brazilian Carnival and features call-and-response vocals, simple harmonies, and infectious rhythms[4]. The genre evolved from African folk traditions and European influences, becoming a symbol of Brazilian culture[2][6].

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[1] Samba Music History, Origin & Instruments – Lesson | Study.com https://study.com/academy/lesson/samba-music-history-and-instruments.html
[2] Samba – Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Samba
[3] An introduction to: Samba | Making Music https://www.makingmusic.org.uk/resource/introduction-samba
[4] Guide to Samba Music: 11 Brazilian Samba Instruments – MasterClass https://www.masterclass.com/articles/guide-to-samba-music
[5] The origins of samba – Music of South America – BBC https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/guides/zrk9dxs/revision/1
[6] Samba Origin: The History of Samba Music | JAZZ Aspen Snowmass https://jazzaspensnowmass.org/samba-origin/
[7] Music of South America: Samba – OCR – GCSE Music Revision – BBC https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/guides/zrk9dxs/revision/2
[8] Video: Samba Music History, Origin & Instruments – Study.com https://study.com/academy/lesson/video/samba-music-history-and-instruments.html