The best of Brazilian street carnival, straight from Rio de Janeiro.

When the tram arrived, it brought with it a stamp of modernity. Its arrival in Santa Teresa was a landmark for the city of Rio de Janeiro, and became a symbol that paraded over the “Arcos” (Arches), connecting Lapa with Santa Teresa – the natural habitat of the tram and the “Orquestra Popular Céu na Terra” (the Heaven on Earth Popular Orquestra). The Orchestra, composed of 12 members, is recognised and appreciated for its stage performances and Carnival shows. In this first album, “Bonde Folia”, with musical production by the saxophonist Rafael Velloso, the Orchestra provides the public with “marchinhas”, “frevos” and “maxixes”, written and composed by Brazilian music maestros. The record also includes the special participation of Jards Macalé.