Nana Vasconcelos (left), Cyro Baptista (right) at Drummersworld mid 1980s
There was always a carnival when these two appeared. Nana Vasconcelos (left) and Cyro Baptista were constantly touring. However, when they were in NYC their presence was known! Nana, master of the berimbau, introduced the instrument in concert and recordings to a completely new audience. Cyro, a major versatile Brazilian percussionist seen and heard worldwide.