The Capoeira Digest
By Capoeirista Malê
In our show we will discuss Capoeira movements, music, Mestres, history and life. The first episode we revisit our field trip to the Academy of Mestre Joao Grande, joaogrande.org. Feel free to write in with your questions and input. Capoeira is interactive and so is this show! Axé.
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The Ladainha in Capoeira
Discover the role of the Ladainha in the Roda.Learn to sing Three Different Ladainhas. Learn the important meaning behind these Ladainhas. Learn the Thought Process and Mindset of a Mestre. Learn how to Take Care of and Respecting Your Mestre. Get a … -
Why Play Capoeira?
Why Play Capoeira?In Our Last Episode We Discussed: How Big Should a Roda Be? (https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/3382f284-ee93-4ea0-8b8f-9eded078e8d3/how-big-should-a-roda-beb.mp3) 02min 7sec The Skills and Techniques are Transferable into Your Lif… -
How Big Should a Roda Be?
How Big Should a Roda Be?In Our Last Episode We Discussed: What is a Roda? (https://podcasts.captivate.fm/media/f258e490-c414-4448-8165-7c2069ec85e3/roda-2020-06-07-12-06-05.mp3) 02 min 04 sec What is the Purpose of the Roda?03 min 31 sec A Few Types… -
What Type of Music is Used for Capoeira?
Capoeira music is fun, light hearted and it draws many people to come and watch. But, where do the Capoeira singers come from?How do you get started learning Capoeira music?In this episode we cover three essential Capoeira songs that are very easy to… -
Should you Choose Tumbling/Gymnastics or Capoeira?
What is gymnastics/tumbling?00:55 What is Capoeira? 01:20 Why would someone choose to play Capoeira?02:31 What if you cant do all the acrobatic movements in Capoeira?3:00 How to Get Started in Capoeira3:39 Is Capoeira safe?04:31 Capoeira Son… -
What Does a Berimbau Sound Like?
What does a berimbau sound like?In this episode we discuss the berimbau in capoeira. We will talk about the berimbau pronunciation. Provide details about what is a berimbau made of? We will tell you how to play the berimbau. In portuguese y… -
What is a Roda in Capoeira?
Learn about one of the most important parts of Capoeira, the roda. The word roda is pronounced Ho - duh. Everyone who plays Capoeira will eventually participate in the roda. We will discuss three different types of episode today. Prepare yourself for… -
How Do You Play Capoeira?
How Do You Play Capoeira? When you first start to play Capoeira it can be difficult to put those movements together. How Do You Learn to Play Capoeira? In this episode we give specific tips to help you turn those movements into a beautiful Capoeira g… -
Mestre Nô
Mestre No Is The Founder Of Capoeira Angola Palmares. This Group Is An International Capoeira Organization That Began In Salvador, Bahia In Brasil. But how did the group grow from Bahia to it’s status around the world? In this episode we wil… -
How to Play the Berimbau
How to Play the Berimbau, Three Berimbau Toques that You Need to Know, The Capoeira Digest is a podcast for people who play Capoeira and those who are interested in Capoeira as well. Capoeira Is A Dance, you may also call it a martial art because i…
