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.
