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Approaching Capoeira Traditions and Philosophy with Mestres Acordeon and Cláudio Danadinho

Posted on June 2, 2009 by 4capoeirathoughts

So far I have been approaching Capoeira traditions and philosophy, and criticizing the ulterior motives underpinning traditionalism (not traditions). In this post I would like to share two important statements in video from two renowned Mestres supporting my line of … Continue reading →

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Capoeira – Traditionally an Intercultural Practice

Posted on June 2, 2009 by 4capoeirathoughts

Capoeira – The Brazilian People’s Wisdom post received some interesting comments on the role of traditions, as well as the invention of traditions1. A few of our counterparts shared their experience regarding these issues and dropped me some questions. I … Continue reading →

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Capoeira – The Brazilian People’s Wisdom

Posted on May 31, 2009 by 4capoeirathoughts

The first version of this article was written in the 26th of December, 2006 in Brasília, and took chance of an episode with Meste Angoleiro (on the photo), followed with a good chat with him, to discuss some dangers of … Continue reading →

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