Brazil

The music of Brazil has influenced African, European, and Amerindian forms of music. Brazilian music has also developed its own unique style such as samba, pagoda, and bossa nova!

Brazil Fun Facts

• It is the fifth largest country in the world.
• Official language: Portuguese
• Brazil is named after brazilwood.​
• The Amazon River that runs through Brazil is the second-longest river in the world.
• Soccer is so popular in Brazil, almost every brazilian city has a soccer stadium.  ​

Brazil

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Brazilian Instruments

Samba

The Samba dance Brazil style is a tradition, a custom, the heart and soul of the music and dance throughout the country. It's a Brazilian dance with roots going as far back as the 19th century.

The popular Carnival celebration in Rio de Janeiro is known for the dancing of the Samba through the streets. It's a very quick dance with a lot of fun rhythm that naturally makes your feet and body want to move.