Maxixe — Cavaquinho

On the cavaquinho a chord progression comes out bright and rhythmic; the four high strings pack the notes close together, so each shape sounds compact and lively. That old Brazilian ballroom dance with a playful sway: maxixe sounds quick and syncopated — in other words, its accents land off the strong beats — and full of mischief. Here you'll find the style's strumming patterns, the rhythmic figures that create its bouncy swing.

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Updated July 9, 2026