Traditionally, the Afro-Brazilian drum bands of Bahia state were strictly male affairs. Then, in 1993, Neguinho do Samba - considered the father of the current drumming style in Bahia and former head of the standard-bearer of the form, the group Olodum - founded Banda Didá specifically for females. Reporter Shannon Sims goes to Salvador do Bahia to see and hear them. (includes video)
Article source here:Arts Journal
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