Frevo
Frevo is a high-energy Brazilian carnival music and dance genre from Pernambuco, featuring ultra-rapid tempos, intricate syncopated rhythms, and explosive brass bands that fuel acrobatic freestyle dances in street parades.
Origin: Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil – born from marching band traditions blended with capoeira dance influences during carnival season.
Era: Late 19th century (emerged ~1907) to present, peak popularity in early 20th century Recife carnivals.
