Attention choro fans! Students of Brazilian music will be happy to hear there is a new event on the eastern horizon: Choro Camp New England. The first music camp on the East Coast devoted to Choro and related Brazilian musical traditions, the event will be held June 24-30 on the campus of Smith College in Northampton, Massachusetts.  With two percussion…

Here are a whole bunch of great pandeiros that will be added to the catalog in the next few days.  Take a peek, consult the inventory list, and contact Virada Drums with questions about particular drums.    

For many years, I have sourced and imported quality drums from Brazil for my students, colleagues, CU-Boulder, and the Boulder Samba School. I created Virada Drums to continue supplying quality authentic instruments to Brazilian enthusiasts, professional musicians, and schools and groups. Along with providing instruments, I will continue to offer guidance and advice to those considering a purchase. Beginning the…