Welcome
      to Maria and The Band
      A Canadian and Brazilian traditional forró "pé de serra" group which is
        based in Toronto, Canada. Here you can find some information about us,
        including our biography, videos, pictures, music and contact! You can
        also reach out to us for bookings and more information. 
      
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      About
       Folk Music From North East of Brazil 
       Founded through an organic collaboration between Brazilian and
        Canadian musicians, and led by the dynamic Jerusa Leão, Maria and the
        Band play forró 'pé de serra', a style of music from northeastern Brazil
        and textured with influences ranging from blues to arabesque. .
        Incorporating rabeca (Brazilian fiddle), zabumba (two-toned drum),
        accordion, triangle, and a chorus of vocals, Maria and The Band play
        original compositions and the great songs of forró so beloved in Brazil.
      
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