Barravento Alfaia 18" x 45cm wood shell Skin heads on wood hoops Nylon Rope tuning This is a common and versatile size of alfaia. Great for all styles of maracatú, coco, and other rhythms from the North East of Brazil.
Barravento Alfaia 20" x 45cm wood shell Skin heads on wood hoops Nylon Rope tuning This is a larger size of alfaia with a deep bass tone. Great for all styles of maracatú, coco, and other rhythms from the North East of Brazil.
Barravento Alfaia 16" x 45cm wood shell Skin heads on wood hoops Nylon Rope tuning This is a smaller size of alfaia with a higher tuning and lighter weight. Great for all styles of maracatú, coco, and other rhythms from the North East of Brazil.
Coconut agogo mandmade by Barravento This is a natural material, so pitch and tone vary slightly. Classic sound for forro rhythms, coco, and other rhythms from the North East of Brazil, and a mellow alternative to metal agogos for samba and more. Small stick included
Large iron bell handmade by Barravento Bell measures 9" x 4.5" at the mouth and 12" long. With handle attached, the bell is three feet long. Very large and very loud. Traditionally played in large maracatu ensembles, along with many alfaia and caixa, and abé (xekere). This is a natural material, so pitch and tone vary slightly. Synthetic stick included…
Handmade by Barravento Bells have a lower pitch than common agogos, such as the Gope agogos. Great for maracatu. This is a natural material, so pitch and tone vary slightly. Small wood stick included.
