Música do Círculo Brazil Retreat

One-week immersion focused on body music, improvisation, and human connection.

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Why live this experience?

To connect with...

  • Your voice
  • Your musicality
  • Your body
  • Your emotions

To develop...

  • Your creativity
  • Your expressiveness
  • Your communication

To relate to...

  • The surrounding nature
  • People from all over the world
  • Different cultures

To live...

  • Affection
  • Cooperation
  • Sense of belonging
  • In community

Experience it at your own pace

Each person arrives with their own history, experience, and rhythm.

Throughout the retreat, music, body, voice, listening, and improvisation come together in practices that can be, at once, light and deep, accessible and challenging.

You don't need musical experience. The activities are crafted so that each person can participate from wherever they are, finding space to experiment, create, connect, and discover new possibilities of making music together.

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Our Team

Pati Passoni

Pati Passoni

Producer

Musician, actress, educator, and cultural producer. She creates alternative education spaces and produces, among other projects, the Música do Círculo Retreats and Immersions, TaKeTiNa in Latin America, and Badi Assad's Immersions and Retreats. She was part of Fernando Barba's study group where she met Ronaldo, Zuza, and Pedro.

@pati_passoni
Pedro Consorte

Pedro Consorte

Facilitator

Founder and director of Instituto Música do Círculo. A hybrid artist-educator (music and dance), he was part of the STOMP group for 2 years, is on the faculty of the International Body Music Festival, and is increasingly dedicated to learning processes and human development.

@pedroconsorte
Ronaldo Crispim

Ronaldo Crispim

Facilitator

Founder and director of Instituto Música do Círculo. Musician and educator, he was part of Fernando Barba's study group, Barbatuques, and for 7 years co-led the body music group Fritos in São Paulo. He holds degrees in Pedagogy of Cooperation, the Warriors Without Weapons program, and Gaia Education in regenerative culture.

@ronaldocrispim.arte
Zuza Gonçalves

Zuza Gonçalves

Facilitator

Founder and director of Instituto Música do Círculo. Musician and artist-educator dedicated specifically to vocal music, he has explored alternative paths in collective music making for almost 20 years, and is part of the faculty of Bobby McFerrin's Circlesongs Workshop at the Omega Institute in New York.

@zuzagoncalves

One or two weeks, you choose!

The proposals for each week are similar, but the experience changes depending on the characteristics of each location and the participating groups. And being based on improvisation, each activity also becomes unique.

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São Roque / SP - Espaço Arco-Íris
Jan 8th to 14th (Friday to Thursday)

São Roque / SP

Espaço Arco-Íris

A very cozy accommodation with remarkable and abundant ovolactovegetarian food.

In this space, it's common for people to spontaneously continue interacting a lot during the breaks between activities, with conversations, games, and using their instruments to share songs and rhythms from around the world.

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Investment:
Activities price:
From U$ 580 To U$ 460
Only until September 18 or while spots last
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Housing and meals:

Price per person in BRL:

  • Double/Triple suite: R$ 2.988,00
  • Single suite (limited quantity): R$ 4011,00
Register • São Roque
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Cunha / SP - Espaço Flor das Águas
Jan 18th to 24th (Monday to Sunday)

Cunha / SP

Espaço Flor das Águas

A charming accommodation with a rustic look that offers several accommodation options and includes healthy ovolactovegetarian food.

This space puts us in more direct contact with nature, with trails in the forest and a beautiful view of the mountains, favoring both integration with other people and moments of introspection and contemplation.

flordasaguas.net
Investment:
Activities price:
From U$ 580 To U$ 460
Only until September 18 or while spots last
+
Housing and meals:

All accommodations will be shared. Price per person in BRL:

  • Hospedagem Beija-flor, Cabana e Casa Luz: R$ 2079,00
  • Quartos com banheiro externo: R$ 1701,00
  • Casa Abuela, Canto da Floresta: R$ 1485,00
  • Camping: R$ 1323,00
Register • Cunha
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Frequently Asked Questions

What will I experience at the retreat?

Activities include Música do Círculo flows, circlesongs, body percussion, cooperative musical games, improvisation practices, body practices, and spaces for dialogue.

Do I need to be a musician to participate?

No, the retreat is open to anyone interested, but we consider it important to have the desire to make music and be available to sing, tap on your body, move, and connect in a group.

What is the pace of the activities?

We will have activities during all periods of the day, with breaks for meals, personal care, and socializing. The pace is intense, but always prioritizing well-being and good coexistence.

Do I have to participate in all activities?

You have the freedom to participate or not in the activities, but it's worth noting that the journey is collective and we think it's important for everyone to take care of themselves as well as the group.

Can children participate in the retreat?

The Retreat seeks to create welcoming and inclusive environments, and children are also welcome. It is important to note, however, that the activities are aimed at an adult audience and may require attention and concentration that children generally do not yet have.

As we will not have recreational activities for children or staff to take care of them, it will be up to you to manage your participation in the sessions. If you wish to bring someone who can take care of them without participating in the activities, that person will only pay for accommodation.

For child pricing, please contact Pati at email retiromdc@gmail.com.

Can I choose who to share a room with?

Yes, but both people must indicate this on the registration form.

What are the accommodations like?

At Espaço Arco-Íris (São Roque, Jan 8th to 14th), there are single or double room options.

At Espaço Flor das Águas (Cunha, Jan 18th to 24th), there are several options for double and shared rooms or a camping area. See more information here.

What do you recommend bringing in the backpack?

We will be in full contact with nature, with all the quality it offers us. For those sensitive to mosquito bites, repellent can come in handy, and sunscreen is also recommended as some activities will be outdoors.

Simple, comfortable clothes that do not restrict movement. Sneakers and flip-flops.

Those who need medicine or hygiene items should remember to bring them, as we will be far from nearby shops and pharmacies.

If choosing a shared room, we suggest earplugs to help with rest.

Do I need to bring bed linen and towels?

No, only if you choose to camp at Espaço Flor das Águas.

What will meals be like?

Delicious ovolactovegetarian meals are included in the accommodation fee: breakfast, lunch, afternoon snack, and dinner.

If you have any dietary restrictions, please inform us upon registration.

I made the activity payment on this page, is my spot guaranteed?

No. You also need to pay for accommodation and complete your registration form.

Will there be transportation to the retreat venue?

Yes.

For the retreat from Jan 8th to 14th in São Roque, there will be a free bus between São Paulo and Espaço Arco-Íris.

For the retreat from Jan 18th to 24th in Cunha, there will be a paid bus between São Paulo and Espaço Flor das Águas.

In both cases, you need to make your reservation on the registration form.

Are activities, accommodation, and transportation paid separately?

Yes. Activities are paid to Música do Círculo, accommodation to Espaço Arco-Íris (São Roque, Jan 8th to 14th) or Espaço Flor das Águas (Cunha, Jan 18th to 24th).

Bus transportation between São Paulo and São Roque (Jan 8th to 14th) is free, but the bus between São Paulo and Cunha (Jan 18th to 24th) is paid.

After your registration, we will send instructions by email.

How is accommodation paid?

Within three days of paying for the activities, you will receive an email with full instructions.

What is Música do Círculo's cancellation policy?

Check this link.

How is transportation paid?

For the retreat from Jan 8th to 14th in São Roque, the bus between São Paulo and Espaço Arco-Íris is free.

For the retreat from Jan 18th to 24th in Cunha, the bus between São Paulo and Espaço Flor das Águas is paid, and you will receive instructions on how to make the payment after submitting your registration form with your reservation.

What do I need to know regarding Covid?

We will not make any requirements regarding Covid, understanding that responsibility for self-care and care for others rests with each person. Mask usage will be optional. It is important to be aware of the risk of contamination, as activities involve contact and singing close to one another.

What happens if someone presents symptoms?

In that case, it is recommended to wear a mask and avoid close contact with others. Should special care be needed, we will provide support as required, but will not mandate testing.

Will there be scholarships for social project educators in this edition?

We rely on donations to offer scholarships to artist-educators from social projects. If you would like to contribute, please indicate the amount on your registration form or contact retiromdc@gmail.com.

Those interested in scholarships can apply using the specific form.