Events – A Tapestry of Sacred Music 2025

Esplanade Presents

Workshop

Workshop: Maracatu de Baque Virado

Alexandre Garnize, Nyandra Fernandes, Syed Ahmad and Bloco Singapura (Brazil, Singapore)

5 Apr 2025, Sat, 2pm

1hr

(Intermission: None)

Esplanade White Room

Free, fully registered

 

Limited tickets may be available when patrons return their tickets. Do check the ticketing page (after you click register) periodically.

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Synopsis
Synopsis

Alexandre Garnizé and Nyandra Fernandes, in collaboration with Bloco Singapura, share the richness of Afro-Brazilian music, focusing on Maracatu de Baque Virado. The workshop promotes the development of rhythmic sense and musical expression through unique percussion instruments while exploring maracatu’s history and social context, strengthening black identity and respect for ethnic and cultural diversity.

Advisory:

  • Patrons who have registered will have priority entry to the venue.

  • Patrons who have registered must arrive 5 mins before the start of the event to guarantee your admission.

  • Patrons who have registered but are not at the venue 5 mins before the start will have their seats released to walk-in patrons on a first-come, first-served basis.

  • Limited seats are available at the door.

  • If you are unable to join us, you may pass the e-ticket to someone else or return your tickets via the link on your SISTIC confirmation email.

Admission Age:
17 and above.
Language: English, Portuguese and Yoruba
Things to Note:
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Date & Time

5 Apr 2025, Sat

2pm

Esplanade White Room
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