Congadas: O Folclore, o Que é e Como Se Faz

Overview

Folklore and scholarly research: a field study on the congadas of the Festa do Serro, in Minas Gerais. The stages of the congada, divided into three groups: the catupi, the reinado, and the marujos. The cultural symbolism of each of them. The abundance of food during the celebration, representing the richness of the harvest.