FORRĂ“ BRNO FEST
6th - 8th JUNE 2025
More info coming soon...
The ultimate forrĂł festival in Central Europe
– can it get any better?
ForrĂł Brno Fest returns this June for its 2nd edition!
200 dancers | 14Â workshops | 8Â concerts
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excellent workshops
by world-known teachers
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outstanding parties
with international forró bands
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free dancing spotsÂ
in the centre of Brno
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friendly people and atmosphere
all around
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excellent workshops
by world known teachers
đź’›
outstanding parties
with international forrĂł bands
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free dancing spots
in the center of Brno
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and the beautiful atmosphere
all around.
đź’› excellent workshops by world known teachers,
đź’› free dancing spots in the center of Brno,
đź’› and friendly atmosphere all around.
Are you gonna catch this wave with us?
WORKSHOPS
MEET THE TEACHERS
Charlotte Brohmeyer
Charlotte Brohmeyer is a Berlin-based Dancer & Choreographer. She started dancing ForrĂł in Portugal in 2016 and since then she has been very enthusiastic about it.
She went to Brazil to deepen her understanding and since then she has been teaching regular classes in Berlin and giving workshops at various events.
She went to Brazil to deepen her understanding and since then she has been teaching regular classes in Berlin and giving workshops at various events.
Tau Macedo
Tau brings up all his musicality when dancing and the result is his unique style of teaching.
Originally from Salvador Bahia, he lives currently in Berlin and performs throughout Europe with Diego Oliveira and others musicians.
Originally from Salvador Bahia, he lives currently in Berlin and performs throughout Europe with Diego Oliveira and others musicians.
Denis Veloso
Born in Curitiba Brazil, Denis started to dance as soon as he could walk. He taught salsa and bachata for over 10 years and went all around the UK, Europe and South America, sharing his skills.
Denis has started teaching forrĂł around the south west of England in 2018. His favourite part is the music, connecting with the partner and the musicality, and we cannot forget his favourite style ROOTS which is a must!
Denis has started teaching forrĂł around the south west of England in 2018. His favourite part is the music, connecting with the partner and the musicality, and we cannot forget his favourite style ROOTS which is a must!
Tiago Martins
Tiago Martins is a forró teacher in Dois Pra Cá school in Porto, Portugal, and a founding member and producer of the Festival Forro Douro. He started his forró journey in 2009, besides doing several other dances, such as Samba de Gafieira, Mazurka, and many more.
In 2009, he decided to start his own project of teaching regular classes in Porto. Tiago's dance style is always very gentle, light, and filled with respect.
In 2009, he decided to start his own project of teaching regular classes in Porto. Tiago's dance style is always very gentle, light, and filled with respect.
Jean Freri
Jean started dancing forrĂł in Toulouse alongside (and thanks to) the local dynamic community in 2017. His explorations of movements led him from Bal folk to contemporary dances through contact improvisation and tango.
His aim is to have workshops that are always inclusive and accessible for everybody, sharing the pleasures of gathering in comfort, respect, and playfulness!
His aim is to have workshops that are always inclusive and accessible for everybody, sharing the pleasures of gathering in comfort, respect, and playfulness!
Joana IlhĂŁo
Joana's dance training began in classical Ballet and Jazz Dance. While deeply experiencing Vintage Jazz (solo dance), Lindy Hop, Blues, and Balbo, she found ForrĂł and Tiago Martins and became his dance partner in 2015.
Her methodology aims to provide students with the necessary foundations for their own language, with the awareness and autonomy to improvise in the “dialogue” created by the pair during the interpretation of the music, promoting parity between follower and leader.
Her methodology aims to provide students with the necessary foundations for their own language, with the awareness and autonomy to improvise in the “dialogue” created by the pair during the interpretation of the music, promoting parity between follower and leader.
Sheila Santos
Sheila is a highly sought-after dance instructor, regularly invited to teach worldwide.
One of her standout projects is her Professional Consultancy for dancers in all stages. Sheila is also the founder of Mulher que Dança, now one of the largest communities of women in partner dancing.
Since 2010, she has been redefining the role of the Follower to be more active, creative, and musical. Her work allows dancers to experience greater freedom, expression, and connection—transcending traditional Leader and Follower roles to create a more dynamic, enjoyable, and communicative dance experience for all.
One of her standout projects is her Professional Consultancy for dancers in all stages. Sheila is also the founder of Mulher que Dança, now one of the largest communities of women in partner dancing.
Since 2010, she has been redefining the role of the Follower to be more active, creative, and musical. Her work allows dancers to experience greater freedom, expression, and connection—transcending traditional Leader and Follower roles to create a more dynamic, enjoyable, and communicative dance experience for all.
Matheus Antunes
Matheus Antunes, born in Brazil, is an international forró teacher based in Berlin. His forró journey began in 2012, first learning Universitário, then focusing on Roots, and now mixing all techniques for a versatile dance style. Since 2016 he’s taught in multiple schools on a regular basis, as well as workshops in 15+ countries around the world.
He was a resident teacher at ForrĂł do G3E (Brazil), at ForrĂł de ColĂ´nia (founder of the school branch in Duisburg, Germany), then at his own dance studio in Berlin: the Balaio.
Focused on teaching not only moves, but also their dance fundamentals, which he studied in multiple professional courses by renowned dance schools.
He was a resident teacher at ForrĂł do G3E (Brazil), at ForrĂł de ColĂ´nia (founder of the school branch in Duisburg, Germany), then at his own dance studio in Berlin: the Balaio.
Focused on teaching not only moves, but also their dance fundamentals, which he studied in multiple professional courses by renowned dance schools.
DĂłri CzakĂł
DĂłri focuses on contemporary dance and ForrĂł, with a special interest in innovative approaches to ForrĂł dancing.
In her classes, she aims to enhance body awareness and emphasize connection. Her journey in the ForrĂł world began in Portugal in 2015. She later spent several years in Brazil, immersing herself in dance and music while traveling across different regions.
Now, she is dedicated to teaching classes and workshops and organizing ForrĂł events in Budapest.
DĂłri was part of our 1st edition of ForrĂł Brno Fest and we are so excited to have her here again.
In her classes, she aims to enhance body awareness and emphasize connection. Her journey in the ForrĂł world began in Portugal in 2015. She later spent several years in Brazil, immersing herself in dance and music while traveling across different regions.
Now, she is dedicated to teaching classes and workshops and organizing ForrĂł events in Budapest.
DĂłri was part of our 1st edition of ForrĂł Brno Fest and we are so excited to have her here again.
MEET THE BANDS
CainĂŁ AraĂşjo
CainĂŁ AraĂşjo, the talent of the northeastern forrĂł. Singer, composer, and poet.
He began playing accordion at the age of 9, and in 2018, a huge thing happened—Cainã conquered public opinion, and his songs were played on the city's radio stations.
After participating in a contest in the city of ItaĂşnasEspĂrito Santo, he was invited to show his trajectory outside Brazil. With heart and soul, he went to Europe, where he now resides, and presented his new authorial work, Estrada do Meu Peito (2019).
He has played at many forrĂł festivals in Europe, including those in England, Paris, Germany, and Italy.
After participating in a contest in the city of ItaĂşnasEspĂrito Santo, he was invited to show his trajectory outside Brazil. With heart and soul, he went to Europe, where he now resides, and presented his new authorial work, Estrada do Meu Peito (2019).
He has played at many forrĂł festivals in Europe, including those in England, Paris, Germany, and Italy.
Derico Alves
Derico Alves, Guibo, Pequeno Melo, and Gabriel Moraes are coming together to bring the magic of Brazilian music and joy to Brno.
Derico and his band ForrĂł Sapecado are having concerts around the whole of Europe. Lately, they have been based in Vienna, Austria, where they cherish the forrĂł community and bring joy due to their beautiful energy while having live music shows and DJ sets.
Their music is about an irresistible fusion of Northeastern forrĂł with a touch of modernity. Get ready to dance, sing, and celebrate with us to the sound of vibrant forrĂł.
Derico and his band ForrĂł Sapecado are having concerts around the whole of Europe. Lately, they have been based in Vienna, Austria, where they cherish the forrĂł community and bring joy due to their beautiful energy while having live music shows and DJ sets.
Their music is about an irresistible fusion of Northeastern forrĂł with a touch of modernity. Get ready to dance, sing, and celebrate with us to the sound of vibrant forrĂł.
Bob ZĂ©
Bob Zé & Os Cabras da Pest proposes the contagious joy of “forró pé de serra”. Inspired by the icons of this culture, like Luiz Gonzaga, Trio Nordestino, Jackson do Pandeiro, or Genival Lacerda, the group presents a show composed of authorial songs and a diverse musical repertoire of the best of their Brazilian cultural heritage, forró.
Created by the artist Bob Zé at the beginning of 2023, the group is composed of three guys from the Northeast and one girl from São Paulo — all of them living in Hungary. Since then, it has been performing at the forrozeiros community in Budapest in projects to promote their Northeastern culture.
Created by the artist Bob Zé at the beginning of 2023, the group is composed of three guys from the Northeast and one girl from São Paulo — all of them living in Hungary. Since then, it has been performing at the forrozeiros community in Budapest in projects to promote their Northeastern culture.
DJ BorĂł
DJ BorĂł is a Brazilian with a passion for the Northeastern Culture. He currently resides in MĂĽnster, Germany. With his talent as a DJ and dance instructor, he shares his passion for the rich cultural heritage of Northeast Brazil. His sets are an authentic fusion of northeastern musical styles with the speciality, playing from vinyls!
He has performed at events and shows such as Emicida's (Yellow) Show in Berlin, Buraco do Tatu and Padaria in ItaĂşnas, O BaiĂŁo vai in Lisbon and many more!
He has performed at events and shows such as Emicida's (Yellow) Show in Berlin, Buraco do Tatu and Padaria in ItaĂşnas, O BaiĂŁo vai in Lisbon and many more!
Mauricio Campolina
Campolina throughout his musical career, has had the opportunity to experiment with the most diverse musical styles and instruments. His contact with the accordion began recently, less than 10 years ago, and he quickly fell in love with the complexity, independence, and sound of this instrument.
Recently, he has dedicated himself solely to Nordestino forró and its variants, including pé de serra, universitário, baião, among others. He strives to bring the audience the quality they deserve, dedicating hours upon hours to studying and researching music that will enliven couples in the room and evoke memories of their homeland, no matter where they may be.
Recently, he has dedicated himself solely to Nordestino forró and its variants, including pé de serra, universitário, baião, among others. He strives to bring the audience the quality they deserve, dedicating hours upon hours to studying and researching music that will enliven couples in the room and evoke memories of their homeland, no matter where they may be.
DJ Guibo
Guibo, coming straight from the land of forró –Pernambuco, Brasil. He has been passionate about forró since he wasn't even born, being the son of a forró lover dancer and a forró musician Derico Alves.
Now he is here to bring a bit of his culture and his passion to you all, with lots of traditional forrĂł, universitario-style forrĂł, but mainly forrĂł touched by the warmth and joy of his homeland. đź’›
Now he is here to bring a bit of his culture and his passion to you all, with lots of traditional forrĂł, universitario-style forrĂł, but mainly forrĂł touched by the warmth and joy of his homeland. đź’›
Amigos Do Pagode 90
We're Amigos do Pagode 90. A band based in Brno, fusion of Czech and Brazilian musicians with a shared passion for Brazilian music and forged in the melting pot of the roda de samba.
The roda de samba, which translates to samba circle, is a collective experience, where we sing together and express the feelings of a people. Our goal is to share the samba's emotion, making our audiences dance and have fun.
Our repertoire spans 90's pagode hits, samba classics, choros, partido-alto and samba-rock. Our performances celebrate Brazilian culture, connecting people through music. We don't have a specific audience, we have friends that gather together and keep alive the spirit of roda de samba.
Our repertoire spans 90's pagode hits, samba classics, choros, partido-alto and samba-rock. Our performances celebrate Brazilian culture, connecting people through music. We don't have a specific audience, we have friends that gather together and keep alive the spirit of roda de samba.
Martin Přidal
Martin's journey is a love affair with Brazilian music, which took him away to Portugal and Brazil, where he discovered the addictive forrĂł dance. But most importantly, the amazing culture and lovely people surrounding it.
You'll usually find him strumming around the world with various musical projects. Vibing with flamenco-infused guitar melodies, riffing organic trance with 8-string guitars, or serving up tropical forrĂł vibes that'll keep you grooving all night long.
From the heart of Europe to the sunny shores of Brazil, his music is a melting pot of classical melodies and Latino flair, sprinkled with a very personal touch.
You'll usually find him strumming around the world with various musical projects. Vibing with flamenco-infused guitar melodies, riffing organic trance with 8-string guitars, or serving up tropical forrĂł vibes that'll keep you grooving all night long.
From the heart of Europe to the sunny shores of Brazil, his music is a melting pot of classical melodies and Latino flair, sprinkled with a very personal touch.
Bob ZĂ©
Bob Zé & Os Cabras da Pest proposes the contagious joy of “forró pé de serra”. Inspired by the icons of this culture, like Luiz Gonzaga, Trio Nordestino, Jackson do Pandeiro, or Genival Lacerda, the group presents a show composed of authorial songs and a diverse musical repertoire of the best of their Brazilian cultural heritage, forró.
Created by the artist Bob Zé at the beginning of 2023, the group is composed of three guys from the Northeast and one girl from São Paulo — all of them living in Hungary. Since then, it has been performing at the forrozeiros community in Budapest in projects to promote their Northeastern culture.
Created by the artist Bob Zé at the beginning of 2023, the group is composed of three guys from the Northeast and one girl from São Paulo — all of them living in Hungary. Since then, it has been performing at the forrozeiros community in Budapest in projects to promote their Northeastern culture.
TICKETS
3rd lot of tickets opens on:
6th April - 7 PM
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