Welcome to the 2nd Melbourne Forró Marathon!

Forró is a lively and popular genre of music and dance originating from the Northeastern region of Brazil. It encompasses a variety of styles and rhythms, making it a central part of Brazilian cultural expression.
The Marathon in 2024 will include dance workshops, parties with live music, teachers/musicians from interstate, a lot of fun and plenty of opportunity to immerse yourself in everything to do with Forró and connect with the Forró community!

Dance Workshops
Saturday 23 November, 11.30 am – 5.00 pm
Temperance Hall
199 Napier Street
South Melbourne, Victoria

Sunday 24 November, 11.30 – 5.00 pm
Elwood Bowls Club
170 Glenhuntly Road
Brighton, Victoria

DJ's Paprika, Bruna BH, Lixxtrado and Iza.

Live Band:

Arrumadinho Roots (Leo triangle and voice), Bona (accordion and voice), and Jason (zabumba and voice).

Arrumadinho Roots is a traditional Forró band deeply rooted in the genre's rich history, drawing inspiration from legendary artists like Luiz Gonzaga, Dominguinhos, Os 3 do Nordeste, Trio Nordestino, Zito Borborema, Ary Lobo, Jackson do Pandeiro, etc. Their music reflects the essence of classic Forró, blending authentic rhythms with a timeless spirit. What sets Arrumadinho Roots apart is the incredible connection between its musicians, who have been playing together for years. This deep bond translates into electrifying live performances that captivate audiences and make their shows unforgettable.

Teachers
1st Forró teacher:
Bernardo started dancing Forró in the UK with the Forró Family group in Brighton and London in 2016. At that time, Forró was his remedy to cope with a stressful PhD. It provided a way to shut off the brain and let the music heal. Naturally, his enthusiasm for Brazilian culture and the happiness surrounding the dancing community grew. Then he became totally addicted to dancing. Later on Bernardo started his own teaching classes in his home town Biella, Italy, before moving to Australia, where he joined Forró Brisbane, and Forró Cairns.

2nd Forró teacher:

Julie is a forro teacher from Brisbane. She started dancing forro in 2019 and quickly became hooked. She says she can't see her life without teaching forro anymore!

3rd Forró teacher:

Léo Rio originates from Rio de Janeiro and has been dancing forró for over 25 years. Before moving to Australia, he was the owner and teacher at Forró Norway, now at Forroz Melbourne dance school. He has given workshops and classes all around Europe, Austrália and Ásia. Leo is also a forró musician and a renowned DJ in Europe/Austrália hitting the perfect trifecta of knowledge of forró history, musicality and dance.

4th Forro Teacher:

Barbara Loreto her love for forró started over 25 years ago, and since moving to Australia, the connection to Brazilian culture and expressing it through music and dance became not only a passion but a way of celebrating her identity as a migrant. Barbara has experience teaching all levels and has a true passion for teaching beginners. She has taught in festivals and events in various places in Australia for the last 6 years. Barbara is based in Brisbane where she teaches workshops of all styles including roots and teachers weekly first steps class.

Information on teachers, musicians, and parties will follow soon!

Ticket prices
Blind tickets: Sold Out
Early Bird Tickets: sold out
1st Release: sold out
2nd Release: sold out
3rd Release: $200 Full Pass until 30/09/24 or until sold out
Last release $220 Full Pass or until sold out

For more information, please contact forrozmelbourne@gmail.com

Terms and Conditions for Ticket Purchase
1. Introduction
By purchasing a ticket for 2nd Melbourne Forró Festival, you agree to be bound by the following terms and conditions. Please read them carefully before completing your purchase.

2. No Refunds
All ticket sales are final. No refunds or exchanges will be provided under any circumstances, including but not limited to:

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