Moacyr da Silva Pinto
Moacyr da Silva Pinto, widely known as Mestre Ciça, is a celebrated Brazilian samba musician and drum master, recognized for his profound influence on the samba community since 1971. He began his career as a dancer and later became a prominent leader of the bateria, or samba drum corps, for various samba schools, most notably the Estácio de Sá. With a career spanning decades, Ciça is renowned for his creativity and leadership, contributing significantly to the vibrant culture of Rio de Janeiro's Carnival. His recent recognition as the honoree at the 2026 Viradouro Carnival victory underscores his legacy in the samba world.
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Recent news mentions
Moacyr da Silva Pinto had a meeting with other members of Viradouro to present proposals for the upcoming parade.
Mestre Ciça planeja surpresa na Viradouro para o Desfile das Campeãs
Brazil· 2026-02-20
Moacyr da Silva Pinto, known as Mestre Ciça, was honored during the Viradouro carnival parade.
quatro vezes campeão do carnaval, músico faz parte da fase vitoriosa da ViradouroBrazil· 2026-02-19
Moacyr da Silva Pinto, known as Maestro Ciça, is the longest-serving active battery director and will turn 70 in July.
La moda de Dolce & Gabbana brilla en el triunfo de la escuela de samba ‘Unidos do Viradouro’ en el Carnaval de Río 2026
Panama· 2026-02-19
Moacyr da Silva Pinto, known as Mestre Ciça, was honored during the Viradouro carnival parade.
Viradouro é campeã do carnaval carioca 2026, com catártica homenagem ao Mestre CiçaBrazil· 2026-02-19
Moacyr da Silva Pinto, known as Mestre Ciça, was honored by the Viradouro school during the carnival.
veja gráfico animado das campeãs do Rio de Janeiro ano a ano desde 1932Brazil· 2026-02-18Moacyr da Silva Pinto, known as Mestre Ciça, was honored during the Viradouro carnival parade.
Viradouro é campeã do carnaval carioca 2026, com catártica homenagem ao Mestre CiçaBrazil· 2026-02-18