Question
A group of drummer who were accompanied by a singer, chorus, and dancers.
Answer
The Maracatu groups were called “nacoes” (nations) who paraded with a drumming ensemble numbering up to 100, accompanied by a singer, chorus, and a coterie of dancers.
Explanation
Maracatu groups
An Ancient Afro-Brazilian carnival tradition
This rich cultural ceremony – first recorded in 1674 – has been preserved through the centuries by the maracatu naçãos – literally “maracatu nations”, which form the colourful parades of drums, dancers and costumed kings and queens of today's world famous Recife carnival.
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-John
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