Tags: Genre, Music Genre, Topical Concept.
Forró (Portuguese pronunciation: [fɔˈʁɔ]) is one genre of Brazilian music that originated in Northeastern Brazil. It encompasses various dance styles as well as a number of different musical beats. This music genre has gained widespread popularity in all regions of Brazil and recently in 2012 there was a peak of popularity outside of Brazil. Forró is closely associated with Brazilian June Festivals which celebrate a number of Christian saints. The most celebrated is Saint John’s day.
