Brazilian Percussion
Everything published on Viyolens under Brazilian Percussion — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
Everything You Need to Know About Instrument Agogo
Two metal bells and a beater, doing a surprisingly precise job. Here's what the agogo actually is, where it came from, and how it's played.
Instrument Agogo: A Complete Buyer's Guide
It's two bells and a stick, but the details genuinely matter. Here's what's actually worth checking before you buy an agogo.
Samba Music Instruments: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Buying samba music instruments means building a balanced ensemble, not one drum kit — here's what actually matters, instrument by instrument.
The Best Instrument Agogos for the Money
This is a niche, largely craft-built instrument, so there's no single 'best' pick. Here's which tier and type actually suits which player.
Samba Music Instruments for Beginners: A Complete Guide
You do not need a full carnival bateria in your spare room to start — a handful of well-chosen pieces will get you further than you'd expect.
Samba Music Instruments: A Complete Guide
Samba music instruments aren't really one thing — they're an interlocking system, a whole ensemble built from parts that only make sense together.
Instrument Agogo for Beginners: A Complete Guide
No chord shapes to memorise, no parts to assemble — just a proper technique worth getting right from day one. Here's how to start playing the agogo.
Common Samba Music Instruments Mistakes to Avoid
Most disappointment with samba percussion isn't about the gear itself — it's a handful of habits that are genuinely easy to avoid once you know them.
Common Instrument Agogo Mistakes to Avoid
Most agogo problems don't come from bad luck. They come from a handful of habits that quietly creep in and never get corrected.
The Best Samba Music Instruments for the Money
A bateria is a system of different roles, not a shelf of interchangeable products — here's an honest, tier-by-tier breakdown of where your money goes.
