What are the biggest misconceptions that Americans have about samba and Brazilian music?
Knowledge about samba is growing in the US, although samba has not yet reached much of the American public. One of the biggest misconceptions is a lack of understanding of the true depth and significance of samba culture, which is a music and dance but also a way of life in Brazil. Samba came from Africa and developed in Brazil through a mixture of races and traditions, yielding myriad varieties. It is a source of tremendous joy and beauty and one of Brazil’s greatest gifts to the world. Samba New York! is honored to share this gift with increasing numbers of people.
