Global Grooves Presents: Mestre Nilo from Portela Samba School UK Workshop Tour!
Mestre Nilo and Pablo, 3rd Surdo Director from Rio’s legendary samba school Portela, are coming to the UK for an exclusive tour of workshops and masterclasses across all samba instruments. This is your chance to dive deep into the classic grooves and rich history of one of Rio’s most iconic samba schools — direct from the source!
Portela Samba School Workshops and Masterclasses:
A rare change to learn from the longest running Mestre in Grupo Especial
Dive into authentic Portela grooves and legendary Portela breaks
The workshop caters for all levels of experience
A respectful and energizing experience that builds community
That unbeatable Rio Carnival energy, right here in the UK
Improve your swing and become a better player
Instrumentation: surdo, caixa, repenique, chocalho, tamborim (instruments provided but you are welcome to bring your own)
Time:
7pm – 10pm (in place of usual Bloco rehearsal)
Venue:
The Vale (theatre space), Unit 2 Vale Mill, Micklehurst Road, Mossley, Ashton-under-Lyne, OL5 9JL
Access:
If you have any access requirements to be able to attend, please complete the form at the base of this page, or let us know via email or phone ([email protected] / 01618706895).
On Sun 22nd June we will be hosting Ruth Asidi and Guga Santos for a movement and music workshop with an environmental focus. Find out more and book your space HERE.
At our Carnival centre in Mossley, we have something for everyone; workshops and masterclasses (in dance, music and visual arts), live music events, weekly classes, cinema events, environmental programmes, outdoor gardening sessions, spaces to hire, and more.
The Vale – live music, workshops, and more
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