Partido alto
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Partido Alto refers to a type of samba with a number of particularities. In the world of samba subgenres and in samba reunions, partido alto songs (informally called partidos) can represent a time for improvisation and (humorous or not) disputes, besides a stronger singalong opportunity for the participants.
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For the 1984 Brazilian telenovela, see Partido Alto (TV series). For the 1982 Brazilian documentary film, see Partido Alto (documentary).
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Partido alto | |
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Other names | Samba de partido alto |
Stylistic origins | Samba, polka, maxixe, lundu |
Cultural origins | Early 20th century, Rio de Janeiro |
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Partido Alto is also the name of a particular rhythm that is derived from the above-mentioned style of samba (especially in a jazz context). The rhythm is often played in samba, and is also the basis for the Partido Alto groove, in which more or all of the instruments accent this rhythm.