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About Afoxé Filhos de Gandhy
The Afoxé Filhos de Gandhy, an Afro-Brazilian bloco from Salvador, Bahia, celebrates African culture and heritage. Founded to promote equality and respect, the bloco presents a traditional procession with colorful costumes, turbans, and African prints. Its music, characterized by ijexá and ijexa rhythms, addresses social and religious themes, keeping the bloco's cultural identity alive.
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Info
- City of origin
- Salvador, BA
- Established
- Since 1949
Bloco type
- Bloco Afro
Musical Genres
- Ijexá
- Baião
- Frevo
- Samba-reggae
- Capoeira
- Afoxé