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Saturday, August 16, 2008

Capoeira Dancers

The folowing is taken from wiki:

Capoeira (IPA: [ka.pu.ˈej.ɾɐ],Tupi-Guarani word for - clear area) is a blend of martial art, game, and dance that originated in Brazil, from the regions known as Bahia, Pernambuco, Rio de Janeiro, Minas Gerais, and São Paulo. The art form originated in Brazil during the 16th century, a result of the slave trading that took place in conjunction with the previously enslaved native Indians. Capoeira was created and developed by slaves brought from Africa. Participants form a roda (circle) and take turns playing instruments, singing, and sparring in pairs in the center of the circle. The game is marked by fluid acrobatic play, feints, and extensive use of groundwork, as well as sweeps, kicks, and headbutts. Less frequently-used techniques include elbow-strikes, slaps, punches, and body-throws.

4 comments:

Anonymous said...

Very interesting post. I also liked your photography. Well done -- indeed.

Eki said...

Grand pictures! I can feel the intensity of the moment ....

I have similar pictures of Capoeira dancers from a fest here last year. I'll post them sometime.

Thanks for sharing.

brian stout said...

great action shots...

Anonymous said...

ha, I am going to try out my thought, your post get me some good ideas, it's truly amazing, thanks.

- Norman

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