Massive drum orchestra hits the streets in Brazil

The World

It’s the largest drumming orchestra in the Americas, and the largest recurring annual drumming event in the world. Every year, hundreds of drummers play together in downtown Florianopolis, Brazil. Reporter Mike Fox brings us the story of the great rock ’n’ roll event that took place this weekend.

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