Samba and Carnival Information

If you’ve always wanted to learn the authentic Brazilian samba step, I’ve got a surprise for you! You can now learn how to dance samba at home with two of the most amazing samba DVDs. Not only will you lear samba quickly, you will soon look like a native sensual Brazilian and be ready for carnaval! These worthwhile DVDs are the real thing and the best Brazilian Samba DVDs on the market. I personally watch them before my performances for inspiration, warming up, to freshen up my samba step. Instructor, Quenia, is a gorgeous Brazilian dancer who lives in the US and teaches classes in New York. Watch the trailers below and start learning how to dance samba today!

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There are different styles of Brazilian samba depending on where you are in the country, or your personal preference. Here are two basic samba videos, each are excellent in showing you the basic Brazilian samba steps. The video on the left is samba in the axe style (pronounce ah-shay) more typical in north Brazil, particularty the state of Bahia. Carol Styley shows you how it’s done.

The second video on the right is more the style danced in Rio de Janeiro at bars and backyard parties, particulary with Pagode music. Pagode is a slower style of samba. Here Carlinhos Araujo will show you how a very easy to follow basic samba step.

You can practice both styles and eventually break out in your own unique way of expressing your samba moves. Just remember to relax and not think too much about the step, just let your body roll into it. Enjoy!

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