# Event Details - **Event Name**: Maracatu Mar Aberto Beginner Maracatu Workshop Series - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 10 Mar, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Tue, 12 May, 2026 at 08:30 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: 10 week beginner maracatu workshop exploring Afro-Brazilian rhythms through traditional percussion in a welcoming community space.About this EventMaracatu Mar Aberto’s 10-week beginner course offers an immersive introduction to the powerful rhythms and traditions of maracatu de baque virado, an Afro-Brazilian percussion style from Pernambuco, Brazil. Designed for beginners and open to all experience levels, the course guides participants through the foundational rhythms, ensemble dynamics, and cultural history of maracatu while learning to play traditional instruments such as the alfaia, caixa, agbê, and gonguê. Through weekly rehearsals, participants build rhythm, coordination, and confidence while learning how each instrument contributes to the collective groove.Beyond musical skills, the course emphasizes the communal spirit at the heart of maracatu. Participants experience the energy of playing in a percussion ensemble, developing listening skills, teamwork, and a deeper understanding of the cultural roots of the music. By the end of the program, students will have learned core rhythms and arrangements and will be prepared to participate in group performances or continue developing their practice within the Maracatu Mar Aberto community.This worskhop is hosted by Maracatu Mar Aberto.PARTICIPANT AGE: 12+NO EXPERIENCE REQUIREDClasses are held every Tuesday from March 10 to May 12 at 225 Geary Avenue.Drop in classes are $30 each, or take the whole 10 week course for just $200!ABOUT THE ARTIST ORGANIZATIONMaracatu Mar Aberto is a Toronto-based community percussion group playing maracatu de baque virado and other rhythms derived from the traditions of northeastern Brazil. Translated to English as the Open Sea, the name represents the aggregated influences that have traveled from Africa to Brazil to Toronto and beyond. Founded in 2010, the group has played on streets and stages across Ontario and Quebec bringing rhythm, song and movement. A living tradition of Afro-Brazilian rhythm in a local context, working collectively on the artistry and heritage that is maracatu de baque virado. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/toronto/maracatu-mar-aberto-beginner-maracatu-workshop-series/100001984483493550 - **Event Categories**: Workshops, Art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 30, max: 200, currency: CAD ## Event venue details - **city**: Toronto - **state**: ON - **country**: Canada - **location**: 225 Geary Ave 2nd floor - **lat**: 43.6692706 - **long**: -79.4389403 - **full address**: 225 Geary Ave 2nd floor, 225 Geary Avenue, Toronto, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Maracatu Mar Aberto Beginner Maracatu Workshop Series - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/b73df132aabc0c7705a607f5638513b12285110574c8023603ee11154612404e-rimg-w1200-h600-dc51bed5-gmir.jpg?v=1772857552 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Maracatu Mar Aberto Beginner Maracatu Workshop Series being held? - **A:** Maracatu Mar Aberto Beginner Maracatu Workshop Series takes place on Tue, 10 Mar, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Tue, 12 May, 2026 at 08:30 pm at 225 Geary Ave 2nd floor, 225 Geary Avenue, Toronto, Canada. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Maracatu Mar Aberto Beginner Maracatu Workshop Series? - **A:** Ticket prices for Maracatu Mar Aberto Beginner Maracatu Workshop Series range from CAD 30 to CAD 200 depending on the ticket type. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilitySingle Class Drop-InCAD 30Available10 Class Package (full course, recommended!)CAD 200Available - **Q**: Who is organizing Maracatu Mar Aberto Beginner Maracatu Workshop Series? - **A:** Maracatu Mar Aberto Beginner Maracatu Workshop Series is organized by Uma Nota Culture. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Maracatu Mar Aberto Beginner Maracatu Workshop Series is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Toronto, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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