Our Brazilian ‘Agbê for Maracatu’ (shekere) beginner, intermediate and advanced classes in London cover technique, rhythms, moves, and the music’s cultural context.
The courses are brought to you by Baque de Axé in collaboration with Naçao de Maracatu Porto Rico’s agbêzeira lead, Jaysse Chacon.
Agbê: Beginners
In our ‘Agbê for Maracatu’ beginners course, you will learn the origins and roots of this ancestral instrument as well as the basic techniques, rhythms and moves for Maracatu - which is a traditional form of carnival percussion, that has deep roots in Afro-Brazilian traditions, and is a major form of carnival in Recife, Brazil.
x4 in-person classes with our Baque de Axé agbêzeiras.
x1 online class with Nação de Maracatu Porto Rico’s agbêzeira lead, Jaysse Chacon. Jaysse will speak in Portuguese with an English translator on the call.
No previous experience required – just bring along great vibes and comfy shoes!
Course dates: Nov 2025 will be announced in September 2025.
Register your interest for future beginners courses:
Agbê: Intermediate
Contact us if you’re interested in hearing more!
Our ‘Agbê for Maracatu’ intermediate classes builds on the fundamentals with more advanced techniques, rhythms and moves.
Agbê: Notting Hill repertoire
Coming in Summer 2025 - Contact us to hear more about it!
Our ‘Agbê for Maracatu’ advanced course of classes covers advanced techniques, and will include learning Baque de Axé’s Notting Hill Carnival 2025 repertoire ready for performing at Notting Hill Carnival in August!
Those interested in joining Baque de Axé in Notting Hill will have access to additional rehearsals (both in person and online).
