Hello dear Forrozeiros and Forrozeiras!
Welcome to our February Newsletter. 🎉
(Confira a versão em português aqui)
The carnival season is over, February comes to an end, and in Brazil, this means: Happy New Year! We missed you and are sure you also missed our #ForróLetters. But we are for a fresh start bringing back the best compilation of Forró news, events, workshops, festivals, and more around Europe intending to strengthen the community of Forrozeiros e Forrozeiras.
As Federation, we believe that maintaining our group around many different countries helps to expand our understanding and appreciation of Forró beyond just its dance techniques. We want to delve into the rich history and culture behind this vibrant dance form, while also fostering meaningful connections between people.
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Also, if you have something to share with us and all the readers and would like to write some experience, insights, research, or tips with Forró Lovers in the ForróLetters, feel free to contact us through forrofederation@gmail.com.
Who wants to contribute as a board member or volunteer? Every Forró Lover is welcome to be part of our Federation. Check our Projects and write us to be a volunteer to make the Forró Community even bigger and stronger around the world through the e-mail: volunteers@forrofederation.com. If you have specialized skills and want to volunteer in other ways, we would love to have you contribute to our Federation with something that would fit your schedule!
Federation updates
We would like to invite you to our General Assembly on March 24th at 12:00 CET. The participation of all Forró Enthusiasts is essential to shape the future of Forró together.
In addition to meeting people who are building and strengthening the Forró Community, the Assembly is an opportunity to discuss the plans for the year and our projects voted by you, such as Event Curation Research, Portuguese/English Lessons & Exchange, Masterclass Series, Forró Survey, Forró Blog & Newsletter, and Code of Conduct & Safety.
🗓 Save the Date: March 24th 2024
🕒 Time: 12:00 CET
📍 Registration: https://forms.gle/nZVgRqPrbLz8tXLi8
Forró and Beyond
Are you in a city without a Forró Community and would like to start one, or do you know a friend in this situation? We organized 5 Tips to start, expand and get inspired to build a Forró group or event to engage your local region. Check on the link: Building Forró Communities: Insights and Inspiration from Global Forrozeiros.
Community
Learn PT or EN online through a Forró lens: The Forró Federation is partnering with Danilo Buckentin, an experienced professional Portuguese and English teacher, to offer the opportunity to learn both PT and EN through the lens of forró music and literature.
📅 When: March (dates tailored to participants' availability)
📝 Registration: https://forms.gle/DxJDESPMYu3qK1dz9
⏰ Duration: 4 weeks
👥 Class Size: 3 to 5 participants
📊 Level: Tailored to participants' needs
💰 Price: €80 per person
Upcoming events
March 2024*:
08.03. - 10.03.2024 Aljezur, Portugal - Forró da Utopia
08.03. - 10.03.2024 Lisboa, Portugal - Maria Bonita
15.03. - 17.03.2024 London - Forró London Festival 2024
15.03. - 17.03.2024 Coconut Creek, Florida, USA - Forroots 2024
20.03. - 24.03.2024 Geneve - Forró Festival Léman
29.03. - 31.03.2024 Zürich - 4th Forró Vinyl Festival 2024
29.03. - 01.04.2024 Agnes Water, Australia - Agnes Water Forró Festival 2024
*If you want your event on this list, send us an email: forrofederation@gmail.com!
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We see you next month!