Brincando com Maracatu

Jun 17, 2021

1h 15m

★ 5.0

Overview

Aline Morales is one of the main broadcasters of Maracatu in Toronto. From a meeting with members of Recife's Maracatu Estrela Brilhante Nação, she and her traveling companions reflect deeply on the different aspects of this genre, beyond music.

Genres

Documentary

Music

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