The Carnaval of Brazil is becoming more and more a full-year festivity, with several parties throughout the year. This may be a good time for lovers of this colorful folklore to learn even more about the world´s largest party. One of the subjects within the samba world that attract the most curiosity is the drummers sections, with all its vibrations, strength and vigor. Some samba-school drum sections can have up to 300 percussionists, with one general director (Mestre de bateria) and several assistants.