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19th Annual Atabaque de Ouro Award
19th Atabaque de Ouro Award
11 min
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TUCAL (Caminho da Luz Umbanda Temple)
05 min
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Davi Tupinambá - In the Light of the Ray
04 min
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Ekedi Janaína and the Afro Iya Mi Dunda Group - Mulambo da Calunga
04 min
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Marcelo Passos - The Charm of Jurema
04 min
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Wellington Oliveira - Maria Conga / Old Warrior
04 min
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Rômulo de Xangô - It's time
05 min
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Mauricio Magu & Reza Cantada - Open Gira
04 min
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Ylu Raiz de Alafin - The Night Owl
09 min
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Carlinhos de Xangô & Vozes d'Oyiò - Pai José de Aruanda
07 min
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19th Atabaque de Ouro Award
The th edition of the Atabaque de Ouro Award, Brazil’s largest gathering of curimbeiros, was held at Portela’s samba school in Rio de Janeiro on September Organized by ICAPRA, an institution with years of experience defending human rights and religious freedom, the event marked the partnership with Portela, solidified by director Marcelo Fritz in consultation with president Fábio Pavão The celebration brought together groups from various states, featured special guests, music, and a large cultural fair, strengthening Afro-Brazilian art and traditions
TUCAL (Caminho da Luz Umbanda Temple)
The video documents Alexandre de Ogum’s participation in the th Atabaque de Ouro Awards, held at the GRES Portela parade ground In an interview, Alexandre emphasizes the vital importance of the festival to Afro-Brazilian culture, explaining that, since Umbanda has no sacred text, its principles and stories are preserved and passed down orally through songs He describes the event as the “Brazilian championship” of curimbas, essential for revitalizing these traditions in the terreiros The second half of the video features Alexandre’s thrilling performance on stage, where he sings a song dedicated to Exu do Lodo, accompanied by percussionists and an immersive theatrical performance representing the entity
Davi Tupinambá - In the Light of the Ray
The video presents a poetic narrative that extols the figure of the “father” as king and spiritual leader, evoking elements such as quarries, fire, thunder, and the lion as manifestations of power, protection, and divine justice Amid images of a golden axe and ritualistic invocations, the presentation reaffirms the sacred hierarchy, spiritual renewal, and cultural resilience of Afro-Brazilian traditions More than just a musical performance, the moment celebrates the identity, memory, and continuity of the faith that Atabaque de Ouro keeps alive
Ekedi Janaína and the Afro Iya Mi Dunda Group - Mulambo da Calunga
Ekedi Janaína performs an original “ponto” song dedicated to Pomba Gira Maria Mulambo da Calunga The moving lyrics recount the story of a woman enslaved on a plantation in Bahia in , who transformed her pain and humiliation into spiritual strength In addition to telling this story of resistance, the song demystifies the figure of Pomba Gira or Lebara , exalting her as a spiritual companion who represents freedom, dignity, ancestry, and the sacred protection of all women
Marcelo Passos - The Charm of Jurema
On the stage of the Atabaque de Ouro Awards, Marcelo Passos performs a song dedicated to Seu Zé Pilintra, extolling his protection, loyalty, and Northeastern origins, in deep connection with the Sacred Jurema and the traditions of Umbanda and Catimbó With verses marked by ritualistic repetition—“it swayed but did not fall”—the performance reinforces spiritual resilience, the mystery of Jurema’s enchantments, and the power of song as an instrument of invocation and ancestral preservation More than a performance, the moment celebrates sacred musicality as a living expression of faith and Afro-Brazilian identity
Wellington Oliveira - Maria Conga / Old Warrior
At the Atabaque de Ouro Awards, the power of ancestry finds its voice in a moving tribute to Vovó Maria Conga The song recalls her origins as the daughter of King Congo, her resilience in the slave quarters, and her unshakable faith, exalting her as a symbol of wisdom, charity, and spiritual protection Amid invocations, pleas for protection, and references to the flag of Oxalá, the performance celebrates the presence of the old warrior in the terreiro, reaffirming the memory, resistance, and spirituality that sustain Afro-Brazilian traditions
Rômulo de Xangô - It's time
On stage at the Atabaque de Ouro Awards, Rômulo de Xangô spoke about his career and reaffirmed his commitment to preserving Afro-Brazilian tradition, representing Rio de Janeiro and his terreiro community He then led a ritualistic chant dedicated to Saint Anthony, also invoking Ogum, the people of Calunga, and Exu-Pombo Gira, in a spiritual invocation marked by strength, repetition, and devotion The performance celebrated cultural resistance, ancestry, and the communion between the sacred and the community—the very essence that sustains the festival
Mauricio Magu & Reza Cantada - Open Gira
At the Atabaque de Ouro Awards, Maurício Magu and the group Reza Cantada performed the song “Gira Aberta de Malandro,” celebrating the figure of Seu Zé Pilintra as a symbol of protection, wisdom, and spiritual resilience Through music and personal testimonies, the performance reflected on loss, resilience, and reconnection with faith, highlighting the importance of preserving ancestral heritage without sacrificing dialogue with modernity The moment reaffirmed the power of these songs as a tool for identity, belonging, and the continuity of Afro-Brazilian traditions
Ylu Raiz de Alafin - The Night Owl
On the stage of the Atabaque de Ouro Awards, the group Ylu Raiz de Alafin presented a musical narrative that delved into the world of traditional samba and the roguish spirit of Rio’s favelas The performance portrayed the figure of the early-morning rogue, torn between bohemian life, intense love affairs, and loneliness, exploring themes such as freedom, disillusionment, and cultural resistance With memorable choruses and iconic characters, the performance celebrated the power of samba as an expression of popular identity, collective memory, and community life
Carlinhos de Xangô & Vozes d'Oyiò - Pai José de Aruanda
In the tenth episode of the Atabaque de Ouro Award, Carlinhos de Xangô and the group Vozes d’Oyiò perform the song “Cruzando os Mares,” a musical narrative that recalls the memory of the forced crossing, the pain of slavery, and the strength of ancestral faith The performance pays tribute to Pai José de Aruanda as a symbol of healing, resistance, and a fulfilled spiritual mission, reaffirming the importance of festivals in preserving Afro-Brazilian songs and oral tradition In a moment of deep emotion and communion, music and spirituality come together as a living expression of identity and ancestry
