| Cabrocha
- (kah-brosh-ah): |
| The
wing of young female dancers who perform the more intricate
phases of choreography. Usually attired in glittery bikinis and
colorful plumage. |
| Commisão
da Frente - (koh-mi-sau da fren-chee): |
| The
"Front Line Commission" traditionally a group of the
organization's elders, but lately even young women, who march in
front of the contingent and greet the parade crowds. |
| Puxador
do Samba - (pooh-sha-dor doo samba): |
| The
lead singer of the Samba School's theme song/enredo. Literally
"the pusher of the samba." |
| An
Escola's headquarters. The rehearsal site for the Escola's
musicians and dancers. |
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