Sound of Bahia
Introduction to Berimbau with Amen Santo

Welcome to Sounds of Bahia - Introduction to Berimbau. This DVD is intented for anyone who is interested in learning the fundamentalsof this unique and powerful musical instrument. While the berimbau is played as an important part of many Afro-brazilian dances, ritual, and art forms, it is known mainly as the principal instrument accompaying Capoeira, the spectacular martial art that is popular worldwide. A deceptively simple looking one-stringed bow, the Berimbau, it's many rhythms and their application can in fact be very complex and take years of practice to master.

Acclaimed musician and Capoeira expert Amen Santo invites you to take the first step on the path to learning the berimbau. We hope you enjoy Sounds of Bahia Introduction to Berimbau.