Baiao

Baiao is a popular Brazilian music genre that originated in the northeastern region of the country. It is a combination of traditional Portuguese folk music and African rhythms, and is characterized by its fast-paced, syncopated rhythms and its use of the accordion and triangle. Baiao is often performed in a call-and-response style, with the lead singer singing a verse and the chorus responding with a refrain. It is a popular genre of music for dancing, and is often played at parties and festivals.