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Retiro Música do Círculo
Quality time to experience music through a path of connection and transformation.
A gathering for us to experience music and connection in an immersive way in contact with nature.
The idea is that we get together for a week away from the city to enjoy a coexistence that privileges affection, creativity, cooperation and a sense of community.
Through vocal and body percussion musical practices based on improvisation games, body practices, dialogue and healthy eating the retreat establishes a field of deep listening, trust and playfulness that contributes to the development of musicality, sensitivity, self confidence and sense of belonging.
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After coming to the retreat people develop a deeper understanding of the Música do Círculo practice and worldview and feel more connected to the international musical community that has been growing since the first edition of this gathering in 2015. Since then we have received hundreds of people from more than 15 different countries, including experienced artists, restless educators, people who don't have music as a profession, and masters like Fernando Barba, Stênio Mendes, Keith Terry and Christiane Karam.
What you will experience at the Retiro Música do Círculo​
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Vocal music
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Body percussion
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Cooperative musical games
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Improvisation practices
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Body practices
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Música do Cïrculo flows
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Listening and dialogue practices
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Contact and connection activities
The retreat team values ​​well-being and quality of relations, promoting activities that are both light and profound, fun and consistent, challenging and inclusive, regardless of the participant's musical experience.
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There are activities throughout the day, but each person takes care of their own experience by choosing what to do according to their interests and needs.
Team
The retreat is led by the founders of the Instituto Música do Círculo and developers of the Música do Círculo approach, whose practice has spreading in the world with activities that have already reached more than 20 countries.
Facilitator
ZUZA GONÇALVES
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Founder and director of the Instituto Música do Círculo.
A musician and artist-educator dedicated especially to vocal music, he has been exploring 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.
Facilitator
RONALDO CIRSPIM
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Founder and director of the Instituto Música do Círculo.
Musician and educator, he was part of Fernando Barba's study group, from Barbatuques, and for 7 years was co-responsible for the Fritos body percussion group in São Paulo. He holds degrees in Pedagogy of Cooperation, the Guerreiros Sem Armas program, and Gaia Education, a regenerative culture program.
Facilitator
PEDRO CONSORTE
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Founder and director of the Instituto Música do Círculo.
An artist-educator with a hybrid background (music and dance), he was a member of the STOMP group for 2 years, is part of the teaching staff of the International Body Music Festival, and is increasingly dedicated to learning processes and human development.
Producer
PATI PASSONI
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Musician, actress, educator, performer, and cultural producer with 24 years of diverse experience in the arts, culture, and education. She was part of Fernando Barba's study group where she met Ronaldo, Zuza, and Pedro. She creates alternative educational spaces and produces, among other projects, the Música do Círculo Retreat, the immersion TaKeTiNa in Latin America, and the Badi Assad immersions and Retreats. Fantástica Fábrica de Sons Produções Culturais is her company.
Previous editions
We've been in many different retreat spaces but always valuing the proximity with nature. Hundreds of people from dozen countries and 5 continents have participated, generating an amazing cultural exchange not only during the retreat experience but also beyond it.
Next editions
In January 2026, we will have two independent editions, one in São Roque and the other in Cunha. The proposals are the same, although the experience changes depending on what each location offers and the characteristics of each participating group. Because it's based on improvisation, each experience is also unique, and nothing prevents you from participating in both weeks if you wish.
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The cost of activities is the same in both editions, however, the cost of accommodation varies according to the location and type of accommodation you choose.
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Transportation from São Paulo by chartered bus is optional and may have an additional cost, as described below.
January 9 to 15 - 2026
From Friday to Thursday
São Roque
About 2 hours from São Paulo. We will have bus to there.
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Espaço Arco-Íris
A very cozy guesthouse with a delicious and abundant ovo-lacto-vegetarian food.
In this space, it's common for people to spontaneously interact a lot between activities, chatting, playing games, and using their instruments to share songs and rhythms from around the world.
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Schedule
Arrival: Friday, January 9th, to the lunch.
Activities: from Friday afternoon to Wednesday afternoon.
Departure: Thursday, 15th, after breakfast.
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Prices
ACTIVITIES
Total USD 561.
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ACCOMMODATION
​Price per person in BRL:
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Double/Triple suite
R$ 2.640,00
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Single suite (limited quantity)
R$ 3.540,00​
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Ovolactovegetarian food included:
breakfast, lunch, coffee break and dinner.​​
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TRANSPORTATION (bus / van)
Round trip free. Meeting point near Barra Funda subway, in São Paulo.
Going: 26/01/09 (Friday) at 8:30am.
Returning: 26/01/15 (Thursday), at 11am with expected arrival in São Paulo at 1pm.
January 19 to 25 - 2026
From Monday to Sunday
Cunha
About 4 hours from São Paulo. We will have bus to there.
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Espaço Flor das Águas
A charming, rustic-style guesthouse offering various accommodation options and with healthy ovo-lacto-vegetarian meals.​This space puts us in more direct contact with nature, with trails through the woods and a beautiful view of the mountains, favoring both interaction with other people and moments of introspection and contemplation.
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Schedule
Arrival: Monday, January 19th, to the lunch.
Activities: from Monday afternoon to Saturday afternoon.
Departure: Sunday, 25th, after breakfast.
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Prices
ACTIVITIES
Total USD 561.
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ACCOMMODATION
All accommodations will be shared. Details and choices can be made directly via WhatsApp.
​Price per person in BRL: ​
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Hospedagem Beija-flor, Cabana and Casa Luz: 

R$ 1.998,00.
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Rooms with external bathroom:

R$ 1.620,00.
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Casa Abuela:
R$ 1.404,00.
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Camping:
R$ 1.242,00
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Ovolactovegetarian food included:
breakfast, lunch, coffee break and dinner.​​
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TRANSPORTATION (bus / van)
Round trip BRL 160. Meeting point near Barra Funda subway, in São Paulo.
Going: 19/01 (Monday) at 7:30 am.
Returning: 25/01/25 (Sunday), at 11am with expected arrival in São Paulo at 3pm.
Take the opportunity to participate in the 'Festival Circular' in São Paulo, from January 16th to 18th.