MOUNTLAKE TERRACE — Mountlake Terrace’s ongoing 50th Birthday party continues with an event for the community, “Show Brazil!”
Show Brazil! will be in concert at 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 23 at the Mountlake Terrace High School Theater.
Show Brazil! consists of dancers, percussionists and instrumentalists all in full costume.
Show Brazil! opens a typical performance with the percussion rhythms of Ijexá Afro-Brazilian rhythms brought to Brazil by African slaves in the 16th Century.
The music then moves into Baião combining lively rhythms and heartfelt lyrics from the people of the Sertão (a desert region of Northeastern Brazil).
Next comes Maculelê, a tradition originating from an ancient Afro-Brazilian war dance. The rhythms and songs of Maculelê reflect the invincible spirit and imagination of slaves working the sugar- cane fields in Brazil.
Following Maculelê is Capoeira music. This form of music comes from a Brazilian martial art developed by 17th Century escaped African slaves. Capoeira movements are known for their acrobatic leaps and fierce playfulness. Succeeding Capoeira are the electrifying rhythms of Samba and Galope.
The music of Samba-Reggae concludes the show. Originating in Salvador, Samba-Reggae has become popular the world over.
Due to the popularity of this group, concert goers are encouraged to purchase tickets in advance at the Mountlake Terrace City Hall or the Recreation Pavilion for $10 adults and $7 for children 12 and under. Any remaining tickets will be sold at the door on a first come first serve basis.
For more information regarding the show concert or other 50th birthday events, call the Recreation Pavilion at 425-776-9173.
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