How to Play Pandeiro (Samba Style) For Absolute Beginners with Poranguí

The Pandeiro is a tambourine-style frame drum popular in Brazil. Traditionally held in the left hand with the head facing up, this little drum's versatility lies in its ability to carry multiple layers of sound at the same time.
As Poranguí demonstrates, there are a wide variety of rhythms that can be played on pandeiro, and a range of bass sound available through it’s tuneable head. Typical pandeiro patterns are played by alternating the thumb, fingertips, heel, and palm of the hand. A pandeiro can also be shaken to make sound, or one can run a finger along the head to produce a drum-roll sound.
The Pandeiro is used in a number of of Brazilian music forms, such as samba, choro, coco, and capoeira music.
About Poranguí
Born in São José dos Campos, Brazil to two artists - a Brazilian mother and a Chicano father - Poranguí grew up in the cultures of Brazil, Mexico, and the Southwestern U.S., steeped in a richness of musical, healing, and ceremonial traditions from birth. As a live musician Poranguí weaves ancestral songs and indigenous rhythms from around the globe. Creating his performances from scratch using looping technology, Poranguí’s live grooves range from meditative to dance party, moving the body, lifting the spirit, and transcending the divide between performer and audience. An evening with Poranguí might take you on a journey from deep, earthy didgeridoo grooves to high-vibe ecstatic Brazilian beats to blissful African kalimba lullabies. Serenades and storytelling to beat boxing and booty shaking: Together, these make an unforgettable experience. Visit him on the web at www.porangui.com
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[@timothyvanpelt_cyclist]

Great teaching style for a wonderful instrument, thanks! 12:06 - Samba Basic Rhythm 14:02 - example 16:17 - Exercise 18:24 - With Clap 19:48 - For Reference

[@didgeproject]

thanks for these timestamps. very helpful! i am pinning this post.

[@joelmartinez1504]

Probably the best video for pandeiro I have ever seen. So much useful information. Thank you so much!

[@stridersongs]

I just learned about this instrument, totally fascinating video! Thanks so much!

[@quangeptrai3114]

Excelente tutorial para iniciantes! Aprendi a tocar pandeiro com facilidade graças ao Poranguí. O samba nunca foi tão divertido!

[@didgeproject]

Parabéns pra você!

[@bimirabu]

When he said "let the instrument play you" I _felt_ that.

[@manuelaqm6224]

Poranguí ensina como tocar pandeiro de forma fácil e prática para iniciantes! Seu método é claro e objetivo, tornando a aprendizagem muito mais divertida. Recomendo!

[@TheConsideredMan]

Brilliant...exactly what I was looking for...

[@WerIstWieJesus]

Very interesting. When lent is over I will probably buy a pandeiro to try what you have showed!

[@FindYourFree]

i brought a beautifully made pandeiro in Itacare Bahia but it is so light..I think it is more for capoeira..... I want one of the heavy ones ideal for Samba...you are an amazing teacher

[@henryjyoung6056]

Morro de São Paulo

[@dixi9762]

Poranguí, você é um mestre! Essa lição foi muito útil e fácil de entender. Agora eu posso brincar da melhor maneira com o pandeiro. Muito obrigado! 🤩

[@DavidChachere]

Great lesson, obrigado!

[@kilianraetzo4448]

Excellent video, thank you so much brother!

[@downinmylights]

Thank you. Super video.

[@dr.jimhumphries7972]

You are an outstanding teacher young man! good job!

[@linhcutenguyen326]

Excelente lição sobre como tocar pandeiro no estilo samba para principiantes! O Poranguí explica cada passo de forma clara e didática, tornando fácil de entender para quem está começando. Parabéns pela contribuição!

[@therealsi-b1141]

This is really *king cool. To begin with I thought you were just gonna talk a load of esoteric guff for about 5 minutes...but this was actually brilliantly explained & demonstrated. Thanks so very much for your generosity & knowledge about this man. I think it's fair to say that not only are you clearly a great musician, but you've got genuinely fine teaching skills too ... again thank you from the heart. I've always wanted to find out how pandeiro kind of works for years now. And this totally makes sense to me.

[@ryanbillig7454]

Thank you very much! Much appreciation!!

[@LongHoang-nc9pi]

Excelente lição para iniciantes! Poranguí explica claramente cada passo para aprender a tocar pandeiro no estilo samba. Muito útil para aqueles que querem começar a tocar este instrumento típico do Brasil. 🎵🥁 #Pandeiro #SambaStyle #AbsoluteBeginners

[@qhantoviu4]

obrigado pelo vídeo agora ouço mais notas no panteiro

[@charlesgibson6125]

Excellent Instruction,Thanks!!!!

[@ritarn]

OH MY GOD, thank you!! I’ve been wanting to learn the pandeiro for a long time and I just got one for my birthday. Was looking for a introduction video since Im completely new to this instrument, been playing samba for many years but only surdo/surdiño and tamborim (which feels helpful here..). I thought there would be hard to find something that explained both how to tune it and how to play the basic rythm and then I found your video! You cover it all! Muito obrigado!! Will watch it many times and also check your other videos. I really like your way to explain and bring flavor from the start. Greetings from Suécia!

[@GeorgeSh77]

Thank your for a very detailed and thorough explanation! There are many more videos on how to play pandeiro but obviously, it's best to learn such a thing from a Brazilian.

[@MakeGeographyHistory]

Just ordered one, and came across this video for some tips, really informative and helpful！　ｔｈａｎｋｓ！

[@ellencavahaag]

What a great teacher! Thank you.

[@robertma6068]

I finally got a replacment Pandeiro for the 8 inch pandeiro that a family member broke so many years ago. The one I have is 10 inches, and I have an 8 inch goathead I can order to replace the skin on the 8 inch. This video helped to remind me of the techniques I already know from tambourines to use on the pandeiro, like muting with the thumb, etc. I hope to get that smaller pandeiro re-skinned soon so that I tune it high and the bigger one low. Thanks so much for mentioning the oil! I live for thumb rolls, so I will have to get that oil!

[@setamaluka]

Obrigado!

[@rolveger]

Very clear! Love the swing :-) You really take the time to explain and you do that very very clear. Also it shows your love for the instrument and the music and it is clear that you want the listener to focus on the quality of the tones.

[@alecpayne18]

Learned a lot, would love a follow-up video if possible :D

[@peppersfool2232]

Most helpful. Thanks.

[@RennyJackson]

Wow great lesson, full of tips that answer some key questions!!!! Muito obrigado!!!!

[@c23charles]

Beautiful. Excellent tips especially with the taping. Changed my sound completely

[@uduboy]

Absolutely wonderful. Thank you so much for sharing. Wishing you continued success!!!

[@badrizak]

I spent great time. very inspiring. Thank you!!!

[@patite2809]

Amazing!! I just wish we could have minute 16 to 17 looping over and over! I can't play by myself without that section being played at the same time! 🤣🤣 Love it, thanks, man!

[@andreavieira3066]

Fantastic video. You've inspired me to start playing again. (Or rather, trying to learn again). Valeu!

[@eddieconard]

Very nicely explained and and using the tape is great. Thanks 🙏🏾

[@h.sinclair]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 thanks man great lesson

[@Syllerud]

Great video. Thanks!

[@olowasegun6829]

Thanks great lesson

[@mickkollins]

Thank you Poranguí... Really great lesson, history and presentation..just hired a Pandeiro guy from Puerto Rico for our band's tour there..he will be our drummer!

[@Achiermann]

This video is precious! Thanks so much. I`m literally gonna head out and buy myself a pandeiro now! :) Much love..

[@andyreillymusic]

Great video! Thank you very much. Perfect introductory lesson.

[@stevekimball7697]

Yes!! So great!!

[@adamglasser-t1s]

Great vibe and brilliant teaching.. thank you so much!

[@didgeproject]

thanks for watching!

[@RaphaelNick]

thanks! That was very helpful!

[@victoriathompson6810]

Great Porangui ! - please give us another lesson? Thankyou

[@mugatu2017]

amazing job, parabens!!!

[@emirashier]

obrigadíssimo...

[@duncanmacbean6949]

Thank you. Very much appreciated.

[@Yngve_Dalen]

Great video, thanks a lot:-)

[@chrisdeer5482]

Thank you for that fantastic lesson!!!

[@inezolude7970]

absolutly fantastic, thanks! magnifico, Porangui, muito grata

[@BlairSinta]

Excellent lesson, thank you!

[@worshipguitargirl66]

have you thought of doing Skype lessons. You re a great teacher

[@LFish]

I am from europe and learned to dance forro since 2012. Now that my friends gifted me a Pandeiro, I'll try to learn it so I can play atleast a couple of songs for me and my friends :) Thanks for this tutorial! Btw, how do you do that move at 11:17? Seems advanced to me or is that only possible with certain pandeiros?

[@francescopalescandolo4124]

thank you

[@MattLeGroulx]

Very helpful, thanks!

[@peterortiz4553]

Freakin awesome

[@TaystTheNotes]

Thank you for the wonderful video. Can you tell me the size of that Pandiero? And the ones I’ve seen advertised on Amazon seem to review that they are heavy. Is that what you would say is accurate? I’d like to buy one if you could suggest a vendor I would appreciate it. Thanks again.

[@briangeiswite4452]

The tztztztztzk sound was pretty sweet.

[@ziwrenanldino6896]

Very talented percussionist...can you make a video on how to choose a right pandeiro and can you tell me where can find a very light one and what the truth about how light can be and still have a nice sound ..thanks again I love your teaching .Am from Morocco ... I live in Maryland..USA. I saw online they have a brand calls PARKA in Japan they make pandeiro that weights 258 g so what you think?

[@fuzzylightning]

Thank you for the tips!!

[@ninbotadmin6504]

incredible lesson!

[@alexfarzan1120]

is there another lesson from you master? this was very helpful

[@intermission1864]

Very Nice video

[@sherratto3087]

Obrigada!!!!

[@monkeyzeetube]

obrigado!!

[@guitarfranzl]

muito bom - virtuoso

[@lebronmare]

Grandioso! Y para que lo sepas soy yo quien te da más views porque mi izquierda, con el "chiki chiki" no me sale para nada. Estoy tiesa🤣 **I'm the one giving you all the views 'cause I cannot do the "chiki chiki" sound with my left👋. I'm too stiff.

[@ignaciomendeznunez]

Any recommendations for beginner pandeiros to purchase?

[@marcuswright100]

Do you take online pandeiro classes by any chance ?

[@Ediedaponte]

obrigada!

[@LeCanalBarbaraAnne]

What do people think about pandeiros with synthetic heads?

[@LeCanalBarbaraAnne]

How much does this instrument weigh? I bought a pandeiro, but I couldn't hold the drum.

[@prasadmdan]

Is Pandeiro national instrument of Brazil? O Pandeiro é instrumento nacional do Brasil?

[@soodamncolddisabled]

It is not.

[@Deeritimista]

It just might be helpful for him to mention that the style of instrument he is playng is most associated with Brazil

[@srraffo4377]

não. o pandeiro é de origem grega ou arábica

[@robertwhite7158]

Hi, can you use bees wax on synthetic heads for the finger rolls?.

[@brendabenton4999]

Well can you?

[@brendabenton4999]

Also what kind of tape do you recommend.

[@robertwhite7158]

Brenda Benton On another tutorial they said better on a tambourine. But you can on a pandeiro. I used medical tape on my Pandeiro. Hope this helps.

[@shakazulu365]

excellent!

[@christophersavio8283]

tiki tichu kikichita tiki tichu kikichita tiki tichu kikichita

[@omardominguez1982]

Would you say that I have a “Plethora” of sounds???

[@manuelaqm6224]

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[@pablotrobo]

It should be Qui chi qui ta qui chi qui tum ! No.? Porque lo dices al reves.?

[@tbnrcoding4404]

I thought you just hit the Pandeiro to play it to a beat

[@nedgrant918]

8:40… 13:10…

[@rpast5656]

Learn the pandeiro from doing capoeira this version is much harder

[@soodamncolddisabled]

But how did you figure out which hand to hold it in 😂 both seem awkward