B eat The Donkey is more than a ten-piece percussion ensemble.
I t is a multicultural, polyphonic, highly creative and entertaining group that takes rhythms beyond their natural frontiers. There is an undeniable aura of fun and humor whenever Cyro Baptista takes the stage, and this is particularly true with Beat The Donkey. The drummers, and even a DJ, from all over the world, wear wild, elaborate costumes and frequently leave their instruments to break into spontaneous dance, making the group fascinating to watch as well as listen to. Cyro has always rejected rigid classifications in terms of instrumentation and compositional approach. The Donkey he gives free reign to his imagination, mixing instruments from Brazil, U.S., Indonesia and Africa with his own instruments.