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Rio Carnival and Ziriguidum – meaning has great relation with the past

carnaval2010 — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:51:39 +0000

f you are very new to the world of Rio Carnival then you might have come across some fresh words. To your dismay, many visitors don’t even know the meaning of this word, Ziriguidum and they certainly feel very confused. In fact, Ziriguidum is nothing but a Brazilian Portuguese word or an onomatopoeic which is pronounced with a strong and flavored South African tone. In other words, it strongly expresses the tones and sounds expressed by the samba drums and other percussion instruments. We find a wide variety of instruments and drums that play music in the biggest carnival of the drum and the local people mouth this word more often now to show their love or affection to the enjoyment.

You can also do a little bit of research to find its use in the song of 1976, “Samba do Ziriguidum”. It was released by Novos Baianos and the song was written & sung by Luiz Bittencourt and Jadir de Castro. The album was in the name of ‘Caia na Estrada e perigas ver’. This song strongly depicts the picture of violence in Brazil’s favelas. However, we can find similar local onomatopoeic words in the Brazil carnival. Some of them are ‘Bumbum Particundum Prugurundum’, ‘telecoteco’, ‘balacobaco’ and ‘esquindo lele’.

How Rio Carnival is treated as the topmost in the whole world – bringing life to city

carnaval2010 — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 10:50:04 +0000

When we think of rating the world carnivals according to their fun, number of visitors and following, we cannot neglect the Rio carnival. Yes, people automatically think about the Rio festivity when it comes to carnival celebration. And why not! It is the Rio which brings the topmost samba schools, parading and entertaining millions of worldwide visitors. The city oozes cool from Copacabana to Ipanema throughout day and night. Every year, people witness the trend of dancing, singing and watching the samba parades in Rio. Also, every February or March brings unlimited joy and fun to the dwellers of Brazil.

The Rio carnival has gained its top position with Guinness Book of World Records registration. The festivity does not require any sort of promotion or campaign to market the traditions and fun which throng the carnival. We can just witness the unending and thundering drums, sound beats and escalating dance performance. The Sambadrome allows the blocos and Samba schools to carry their marches and parades on the streets of Rio. Given you are a visitor to the grand occasion, you can simply book your liquor and samba costume to suit your interests and take the full fun out of your busy and tensed life.

Enjoy extravagance and enjoyment in Brazil pre-Carnival – starting from February 18-21 in Rio

carnaval2010 — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 18:48:45 +0000

The Carnival fever clutches everyone not only in Brazil but also in each part of the world. With the key handling ceremony from the city may to King Momo on February 17th, the official showdown will begin although the dates of Carnival in Brazil are from February 18th on Saturday to February 21st on Tuesday. But it should be noted here that these are only the dates – the real Carnival celebration and preparation starts a month before this date. The worldwide visitors will dance their legs to the tunes of samba schools and you will be singing the bloco drums.

Many people are very confused about how the carnival dates are decided every year and how it changes? In fact, the dating of the Carnival is greatly based on the Catholic Calendar. In the meantime, it was decided that the Carnival dates will be always scheduled seven Sundays before the famous Sunday which means, the Sunday of Easter. It is well known that the date of Easter will change from 22nd March to 25th April and similar is the pattern of Carnival dates. You can simply grasp the concept because the previous Carnival was from March 4-8 and the next year i.e. in 2013, it will be celebrated from February 8-12.

History of Carnival dates – Catholic Calendar is the base

carnaval2010 — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 14:46:56 +0000

When we go deep into the history of Carnival, we find that it started once in 1723 on the Portuguese Islands. The masquerade balls started thereafter in1840, followed by the inclusion of street parades within 10 years then. Finally in 1917, the Carnival included the theme of samba. The new dimensions of the parade and the Samba school culture began to flourish in Brazil in 1928. This was the real changeover which changed the fate, shape and dimension of the Carnival celebration. In fact, you can find the competition ever growing since today. In 1984, the biggest Sambodromo was built to witness the great extravagance and real splendor in terms of parade and beauty.

You will be astonished at the fact that the parades in Sambodromo are not exactly the schools but they have arisen from different communities. They belong to one neighborhood and the Special Group own Quadras or big halls where they collect themselves to rehearse for the final occasion. It seems that this year will witness a more precise sitting arrangement and its access will be made simpler. With the starting-up of rehearsals, you can participate in the pre-Carnival occasion. The visitors are ought to experience the splendor and fun in such a huge celebration, with a rich history.

Starting from February 17, enjoy unlimited fun and entertainment at Sao Paulo Brazil Carnival 2012

carnaval2010 — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 10:45:09 +0000

In the long history, Sao Paulo occupies the most important place where Sambadromo do Anhembi has been capable of attracting millions of visitors from all over the world. It is the sweet and rocking music beats that keep their legs dancing all the day and night. You will also witness the parade and plays of samba schools that may represent Brazil soccer teams. With the Sao Paulo Brazil Carnival 2012 around the corner, the spectators will be definitely eyeing the gorgeousness and beauty of the carnival which is ought to cover the streets and lanes of the city. The opening act is to be performed by United Peruche on February 17, Friday this year.

The following day which falls on Saturday will further boost your excitement, where Nene da Vila Matilde will give presentations. On the last day, the visitors will love the parade of Torcida Jovem. Nearly all the five carnival days will see the hotels and bars packed with the enjoying visitors and locals. Avenida Club and Bar Brahma are the reputed and much preferred carnival balls on this occasion. Even before the start of Sao Paulo carnival, blocos or street parades captivate your attention. Bantanta and Banda do Trem Electrico are popular blocos.

Colors of Mardi Gras: The origin and meaning of Green, Purple, and Gold colors in Mardi Gras.

carnaval2010 — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:43:15 +0000

In the year 1872, Rex selected the colors of Mardi Gras in an official way. In that year, the Rex Parade Symbolism of Colors theme gave meaning to these specific colors. They said that the purple is a symbol of justice, green is the symbol of faith, and Gold is the symbol of power.

It will be very interesting to note that the colors of Mardi Gras also influence the selection of school colors for the purpose of arch rivals of Tulane University and Louisiana State University.
When the LSU was making a decision on the colors, the New Orleans shops had stocked up on materials of green, purple, and gold colors for the season of Mardi Gras. It has been decided upon gold and purple by LSU, and it brought much. Tulane brought the only color, which is remaining. Then, Tulane brought the green color. (However, Green and Blue are their colors)
Therefore, you must have to remember the color you have to wear at the time of Mardi Gras season. Green, purple, and gold are the colors, which you have to wear during the time of Mardi Gras, whenever you are not in the costume.
Biggest free show on earth The Mardi Gras day, the biggest carnival is on Feb. 21, 2012; are you planning to be there on this day?

Rio carnival – the event which disappears social boundaries and brings one and all at one podium

carnaval2010 — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 14:41:26 +0000

Rio carnival is definitely an event which is enthusiastically awaited by everybody. The perfect samba dance and the dazzling costumes are just not the only aspect of this festival. The important feature of this fest is the way which makes every Brazilian to come to the road for celebrating the festival. In this fest you will found the street dweller and the immense personalities all come out immerse them in the fever of carnival. The slums or The Favelas are the ones who work most in the fair. The carnival is the only reason which makes these people passionate for football and samba.

Gays and the drag queens all come out in huge number and participate in different carnival activities. Social boundaries disappear and all come together with the only one aim to make this carnival the greatest event in the earth. No one concern for the gender issue in the parade with numerous cross dressers. Although they arrange designers for carnival and authorities who are accountable for the designing of the event, but the Rio carnival soul comes from their people. Brazil is the only place for this carnival because that time this becomes one and greets all who comes to Rio.

Artistic connoisseurs of the Rio carnival – The Carnavelescos

carnaval2010 — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 12:39:35 +0000

Rio carnival is about to happen and everybody is ready to feel the experience of greatness which includes the best costume and float which transform all who are present in Rio toward totally new world. The carnival expert or Carnavelesco is the one most important facet of this famous carnival. He is responsible to manage all the arty work which include producing, directing and designing of several school parades. Every school of samba starts their practice months before the beginning of the carnival. Carnival expert who handles designing of costumes and also the various floats add brightness and different color to the carnival.

The Carnival designer gathered each detail of samba school performance it includes buying of right objects for the floats. These people are well known directors at Brazil and everyone are associated to very different style. The person who prefer very different topic is known as Salgueiro which also means being very futuristic may be a Carnavelesco or carnival expert. For the specific year designers may be accountable for the opting of school theme. They get paid good money to make the carnival best from all corner of world in return. Rio carnival is collected of various aspects which make sure it only one of its kind and the more magnetic.

Mas Domnik 2012, The Dominican carnival in February

carnaval2010 — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 10:38:57 +0000

This February 2012, the paradise itself comes down in the elegant natural island of Dominica and it’s going to be most excellent, heart throbbing Dominican carnival. This year, carnival is known as the Mas Domnik February 2012, which comprise so many events like parade at the beginning, which is full of color and a lot of enthusiasm. The teen girls play a part in a context, which is followed by a singing and dancing band which is spectacular as the way they synchronizes their dance step with the music. Whole Island gone wild and become full of life, which cannot be missed.

The Mas Domnik, and also known as pre-Lenten festival, which is generally celebrated on the month of February or March, every year, and include mind blowing performances on some events. Some of them are Calypso, Queen Shows, princess contests, jump shows, bands of music and dance and many more one could ever imagine. The best part is when locals join the party by start joining the dance parade and make this Caribbean region a living ecstasy. This time also the Mas Domnik February 2012 is going to shake every boot and mind of every person which is willing to join the Dominican carnival.

Witness the heat and energy of biggest carnival thrill in 2012 – Fire Fete celebrating 25th anniversary

carnaval2010 — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 10:37:14 +0000

Fire Fete organizers have conveyed that they will customize the events that will be solely related to the carnival thrill and cultural excitement. Celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, 2012 is ought to see some special appearances in the changed backdrops of Queen’s park Savannah, located in Port-of-Spain. It was none other than the 2011 Fire Fete organized at St. John’s Ambulance Hall which proved the fact that millions of revealers and people love the events & patrons that catches the earliest attention. This was the sole reason why these patrons are scheduled to be made more secured, caring and comfortable.

Due to implementation of curfew and State of Emergency in the second half of 2011, people and international visitors expect the organization of this event right now. This is because the event will equip the local citizens and the valued guests with festivity, sense of fun and enjoyment. The report also confirms that Nadia Baston, with her group SASS, is ready to join the cultural party. They know the importance of this event for the countrymen. The C2K12 will also witness the presence of Bunji Garlin, the ‘fireman’, with Asylum and Fay Ann Lyons to bring the heat. Tickets are already on sale, started just after the Christmas event for enjoying the energy of other artists such as Kerwin Du Bois, Kes The Band, Super Jigga TC and Iwer George.