The school’s “Bateria” is its 250 – 300 strong percussion band, mainly composed of drummers that are like the pounding heart of the school. In between the wings are usually 8 and 10 floats, which are highly decorated according to the theme and often carry special guests. Some schools have even had a godmother as old as 72 years in the samba parade. Sometimes schools have a Godmother or “Madrinha” who has been with the school for a long period of time. The Queen or “Rainha” of the Samba school leads the procession in her elaborate costume. The Flag Bearer or “Porta-bandeira” who carries the school’s flag and her symbolically appointed protector or “Mestre-sala” are usually the most highly skilled dancers. He is also in charge of the sales of the particular wing’s costumes. Each wing has its own president whose responsibility it is to make sure that the costumes are produced on time and as per the instructions of the Carnavalesco. The wing that opens the school’s parade is known as the Vanguard Commission or the Front Commission and their performances are very skillfully put together, as this is the first impression the school gives to the audience and judges. Each Ala will wear a particular costume and perform the same role. These are called the Wings or “Alas” of the parade and can be composed of between 20 and 100 people. The participants of the parade are split into various groups, each having a particular role. He oversees the rehearsals and choreography and is responsible for the direction and production of the entire performance. He is responsible for ensuring that the design of every costume, float and accessory is magnificent and representative of the theme. Once the theme for the year is chosen, the role of the Carnival Designer or “Carnavalesco” begins. A number of women compete for the title of Carnival Queen, a beautiful, confident and superior Samba dancer, who is supposed to more than anything else, embody the spirit of Carnival.Įach school’s Samba show is made up of thousands of performers, so it is essential that each person knows exactly what their part is and carries it out in a timely manner to ensure the overall success of the school’s parade. The Carnival King or “Rei Momo”, inaugurates the Carnival celebrations, when the key of the city is handed over to him. The Samba parade conducted at the Sambodromo is made up of competing schools and each school’s routine is made up of a number of elements, which form the basis on which the individual school’s performance is judged.īesides the schools that take part, the parade has a number of other crucial players.
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