Bloco Classe A - Barra Funda: Tradition and Samba in São Paulo's Carnival

The Bloco Classe A - Barra Funda is an icon of São Paulo's carnival, known for its tradition and engaging samba theme song. Founded in 1996 by friends from the Barra Funda neighborhood, the bloco was initially called just "Bloco Classe A", adopting its current name in 2002.

Identity and Purpose

Bloco Classe A - Barra Funda is recognized for its strong musical identity, marked by the samba theme song, which contributes to the preservation of samba culture. Annually, the bloco composes a new samba theme song, which tells a story or addresses a specific theme.

Structure and Performances

The bloco parades with a drum section of 250 percussionists and a crowd of about 10,000 revelers. The samba theme song is performed by a team of singers and accompanied by a wing of samba dancers and members.

Information about the Parades

• Location: São Paulo, São Paulo