April 11th is Samba School
April 11th is Samba School Day, honoring one of Brazil's greatest cultural expressions. The date recognizes the importance of samba schools in preserving the national identity and in holding the famous carnival parades.
Samba schools emerged in the early 20th century, combining African rhythms, dances and popular traditions. Today, they are an essential part of carnival, boosting the economy, generating jobs and enchanting millions of spectators in Brazil and around the world.
On this day, samba dancers, composers and carnival lovers celebrate with samba circles, performances and events that exalt creativity and passion for samba-enredo. The date reinforces the importance of these groups for Brazilian culture.
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