MUSIC WORKSHOP OF FORRÓ: Body Percussion and application on percussion instruments
The Star by Hackney Downs, London, E5 8NN
Monday 2nd November 2026 7:00PM
Discover Brazilian Forró through music, rhythm and percussion in this hands-on, participatory workshop with Brazilian artist and musician Caio Handel!
Explore three rhythms associated with forró — baião, xote and arrasta-pé — through body percussion, movement, percussion instruments and group music-making. The workshop ends with an open forró jam where we expect you to play with some instruments provide from us where you can play, sing, dance or simply enjoy the music.
No previous musical experience is needed. Instruments will be provided, and bringing your own is optional.
What we'll do?
Musicians, dancers, beginners and anyone curious about Brazilian music and culture. Everyone is welcome!
Event details
Date: Monday, 2 November 2026
Time: 7–9 PM (2 hours)
Venue: The Star, Hackney Downs, London
Advance ticket: £19.90
On the door: £24
Bring comfortable clothes, your instrument if you have one, and a willingness to explore Brazilian music!
About the teacher:
Caio Handel is a Brazilian flautist, music educator, DJ, music producer and cultural producer. His work explores Brazilian musical traditions, including choro, frevo, forró, samba and MPB, alongside contemporary and electronic sounds.
Explore three rhythms associated with forró — baião, xote and arrasta-pé — through body percussion, movement, percussion instruments and group music-making. The workshop ends with an open forró jam where we expect you to play with some instruments provide from us where you can play, sing, dance or simply enjoy the music.
No previous musical experience is needed. Instruments will be provided, and bringing your own is optional.
What we'll do?
- Explore the connection between forró rhythms, music and dance.
- Learn rhythmic patterns through body percussion.
- Apllying the rhythms using percussion and other instruments.
- Be able to join muscily an forró jam.
Musicians, dancers, beginners and anyone curious about Brazilian music and culture. Everyone is welcome!
Event details
Date: Monday, 2 November 2026
Time: 7–9 PM (2 hours)
Venue: The Star, Hackney Downs, London
Advance ticket: £19.90
On the door: £24
Bring comfortable clothes, your instrument if you have one, and a willingness to explore Brazilian music!
About the teacher:
Caio Handel is a Brazilian flautist, music educator, DJ, music producer and cultural producer. His work explores Brazilian musical traditions, including choro, frevo, forró, samba and MPB, alongside contemporary and electronic sounds.
Event Details
Starts at 7:00PM
