Lundu
Afro-Brazilian couple dance brought by Angolan enslaved people — hip-swinging ancestor of Samba. Originated in Brazil · 18th–19th c.. Typically danced around 100-130 BPM (medium).
About Lundu
- Afro-Latin & Caribbean Roots
- Brazil
- 18th–19th c.
- 100-130 BPM (Medium)
- Partner
- Intermediate
Afro-Brazilian couple dance; close ancestor of Maxixe and Samba; hip-swinging, sensual; brought by Angolan enslaved people.
What to expect: Rarely danced socially today. Preserved in Afro-Brazilian cultural organizations and folk dance scholarship. Encountered at Brazilian cultural history events and heritage festivals.
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Where to find Lundu events
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Going for the first time
Afro-Latin and Caribbean nights celebrate the roots of much of today's social Latin dance. Expect live percussion at some events, a focus on connection over patterns, and a warm welcome to beginners who come ready to listen.
Watch first if you're new. Ask the DJ or host what's being played — these dances carry deep cultural lineages that are worth learning by name, not just by step.