https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1m-n5v3_hy82026 Brazilian Bateria Directing SymposiumJune 3-5, 2026, Boulder, COHosted on the beautiful campus of the University of Colorado-Boulder, the Bateria Directing Symposium is specifically designed and intended for experienced percussionists and teachers to develop skills and knowledge in Brazilian percussion and learn the role of directing a bateria ensemble in a school, university, or community music setting. Full descriptions and info

Made in Brazil. Just arrived to Virada Drums. These are some of the very best instruments for samba, pagode, forró, and more.

Virada Drums manager and percussion teacher Carl Dixon will be teaching group pandeiro classes online. A four week session begins March 26. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ABB0f6t8p10 Thursdays, 5:30-7pm Mountain time March 26- Samba and choroApril 2 – Samba de Roda and Partido AltoApril 9 – Forro rhythmsApril 16 – Recap and requests These classes will be offered live online with Zoom. You will…