FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Colorado Brazil Fest 2024: A Four-Day Celebration of Brazilian Culture, Music, and Dance
Boulder, CO – The Colorado Brazil Fest returns from September 19 to 22, 2024, offering a vibrant lineup of performances, workshops, and food that highlight the best of Brazilian culture. Hosted by the Boulder Samba School, the festival is set to bring Brazilian rhythms and energy to Boulder and Longmont, with something for everyone to enjoy.
Festival Schedule:
- September 19: Brazilian Jazz Night
Venue: Roots Music Project, Boulder // Time: 7:30 PM
Acclaimed guitarist Gabriel Santiago will open the evening with his stellar band, performing his original compositions and special arrangements of Brazilian music classics. In the second set, The Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra is set to deliver an electrifying evening of Brazilian jazz, showcasing some of the finest jazz artists in the region. - September 20: Samba on the Mall (FREE Event)
Venue: Pearl Street Mall, Boulder // Time: 5:00 PM
Get ready for an exhilarating evening of vibrant rhythms and electrifying performances at the Samba on The Mall Show in Boulder, CO! Experience the pulsating beats of Brazilian culture as Bateria Alegria, Lorin Hansen, Samba Colorado, and Escola de Samba Denver come together for a high-energy showcase. - September 20: Choro & Forró Dance Night
Venue: Full Cycle Café, Boulder // Time: 8:00 PM
Dance the night away with live music from the Dexter Payne Quintet and special guests performing choro and forró music - September 21: Samba & MPB Carnaval
Venue: Wibby Brewing Pavilion, Longmont // Time: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Experience the magic of Brazilian Carnaval with performances by the Michele Castro Band, Bateria Alegria, and dance groups led by Lorin Hansen, Samba Colorado and Escola de Samba Denver - September 22: Samba Workshops with Lorin Hansen
Venue: Dairy Arts Center, Boulder // Time: 1:00 - 4:30PM
Join us for an energetic and exhilarating Samba dance workshop led by passionate instructor Lorin Hansen, from Samba Fogo in Utah! With years of experience in Brazilian dance, Lorin brings her passion and expertise to every class, creating a vibrant and welcoming environment for dancers of all levels.
Tickets & More Information:
Early Bird tickets are available for select events. For more details, visit coloradobrazilfest.org.
Contact Information:
Marcio de Sousa
board@bouldersambaschool.org
303-960-8972
For updated schedules, tickets and additional information of the festival, please visit the Colorado Brazil Fest website at www.ColoradoBrazilFest.com or our Facebook Page at https://www.facebook.com/ColoradoBrazilFest. The Boulder Samba School (www.BoulderSambaSchool.org) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that promotes the rich heritage of Brazilian culture through music and dance performances, classes, workshops, and outreach events. We believe that Brazilian music provides a powerful vehicle to unite people through playing, singing, dancing, and celebrating together.