Gabriel Castro is coming to town! Don’t miss this opportunity to learn and grow with one of Rio’s top choreographers and teachers. Students can expect a fun, energetic class that brings traditional and current samba styles together in a high-energy environment.
Cost:$40 in advance; $45 day of
REGISTER HEREWhat is the legacy of the genre/form/style you are teaching?
Samba is a rhythm and dance rooted in West African traditions and brought to Brazil by enslaved Africans. It is a dance of both joy and resistance as well as self-expression and community.
What background, training, and or relationship do you have with this style/technique/class subject?
Gabriel is the grandson of mestre Telinho da Mangueira and baptismal godson of João Nogueira, a two-time Estandarte de Ouro winner, a five-time Sambanet winner, and the youngest passistas director in the history of Sapucaí, making his debut at age 17 with Império da Tijuca.
Finish this statement: I am passionate about teaching this style because…
I love samba!
How can students learn more about this offering?
Website: https://www.getsambaviva.com/classes-workshops/
Contact Information
Contact Rachel:
sambaviva@gmail.com | (929) 244-3878
