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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São Bento Grande de Angloa
This is a generally a faster paced game played with ample movements. Rasteiras, tesouras, and vingativas are common in this game.
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Samba de Roda
This rhythm comes from the traditional Sambas de Roda of Bahia and is perhaps the oldest of the toques listed…
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Iúna
A medium-paced and graceful game, it is played traditionally by “formados” (graduated students)…
