Played by Mestre Virgulinho
This rhythm is often called “São Bento Grande de Regional” or simply “Regional”. Mestre Bimba created this fast, explosive rhythm, and it is the “staple” toque of true Regional Rodas.
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Amazonas
Amazonas is a rhythm created by Mestre Bimba. It has no traditionally-associated game…
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Benguela
Banguela is a slower rhythm created by Mestre Bimba. It is a “jogo de floreios”, not in the sense of acrobatics…
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Learn to play the Berimbau
We hope you enjoy these video tutorials with Mestre Virgulinho on how to play the Berimbau.
