I am not fearless. +Salgueiro
🎒 Samba, Strategy, and Security: Why I Do What I Do People have called me fearless. I'm not. My approach is measured, often disorganized, but always driven. Pretty sure I'm blind to some of the social conventions that can restrict others, but the term "fearless" doesn't fit. When I am in the middle of a bateria recording, I am intensely aware of my presence. I am a foreign, white, female (FWF), and I know I'm often in the way. The ritmistas are there to play, enjoy camaraderie, and rehearse to win Carnaval—a matter of great pride. I am the extra person there, attempting to capture the brilliance for you guys to see.When I first came to Rio and was playing...