During her appearance at MIMO Rio de Janeiro, Lia de Itamaracá — an icon of Northeastern Brazilian music and one of the most striking voices of the country’s oral tradition — also performs at Arena Jovelina Pérola Negra, inviting Rio’s North Zone to dive into ciranda, a popular tradition that celebrates collective gathering, sharing, and the circular movement of life. More than the power of song and dance circles, Lia commands a unique presence: Black, proud, and strong. This powerful image inspires many associations with female deities from the African pantheon — especially Iemanjá. As the guardian of ciranda, a rhythm and dance typical of Pernambuco’s coast, she carries in her hypnotic voice and stage presence the strength of Afro-Brazilian ancestry. In a vibrant show that blends music, dance, and tradition, Lia performs classics like “Ciranda de Rosa Vermelha,” “Essa Ciranda Quem Me Deu Foi Lia,” and “Eu Sou Lia,” inviting everyone to join the circle and celebrate Brazilian popular culture.