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Telegraph
6 days ago
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Watch: Brazilian nuns beatbox live on Catholic TV
A pair of Brazilian nuns have gone viral on social media after appearing on a Catholic television channel dancing and beatboxing – a vocal percussion technique in which performers create rhythms and sounds with their mouths. In an impromptu performance worthy of professional rappers, Sisters Marizele Cassiano and Marisa de Paula got up from their seats and launched into a routine that featured beatbox, singing and nifty dance moves. The nuns, members of a congregation called Copiosa Redencao, were discussing a vocational retreat on Brazil 's Eternal Father television channel when they launched into a song about being called to the religious life. Inspired by the example, the show's presenter, Deacon Giovani Bastos, promptly joined in, showing that he too was a dab hand on the dance floor. The performance has been watched by millions of people on social media in Brazil and abroad. 'She will dance' 'That moment was very spontaneous, because with Sister Marisa, if you start a beat, she will dance. And I'm used to singing, to beatboxing, so for us it was very simple, spontaneous and at the same time very surprising to see that it went viral even outside Brazil,' said Sister Marizele. The nuns work with young drug addicts and say music has been a powerful tool to help those in need. They also organise retreats for women interested in pursuing a religious career. 'Beatboxing, dancing, and the songs itself are tools that God uses to reach the hearts of the people we work with. And it works! It's beautiful to see,' said Sister Marizele. The Brazilian nuns are not the only sisters to have demonstrated a talent for singing. In Italy, a young nun called Cristina Scuccia shot to fame in 2014 when she won the television talent show The Voice of Italy, belting out the Alicia Keys hit No One. Internet phenomenon The power of her voice stunned the celebrity judges on the show, who asked her if she was really a nun – to which she replied that she was. Appearing on stage in a plain habit and clunky black shoes, with a crucifix round her neck, she became an internet phenomenon. Her performance was watched millions of times on YouTube and other platforms. She went on to perform duets with stars including Kylie Minogue and Ricky Martin, and presented Pope Francis with a copy of her debut album, which included a cover of Madonna's Like a Virgin – a song that scandalised the Catholic Church when it was first released. Sister Cristina became a household name in Italy but eventually tired of the strictures of convent life and announced in 2022 that she was renouncing her religious vows.
India Today
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Watch: Brazilian nuns' beatboxing performance wins internet
Two nuns from became internet stars after a fun and spontaneous performance on a Catholic TV show. Sisters Marizele Cassiano and Marisa de Paula, members of the "Copiosa Redeno" congregation, were appearing on Brazil's Pai Eterno (Eternal Father) TV channel to talk about a retreat for young women interested in becoming mentioned a song related to religious life during the program. The sisters got up and started to dance, beatbox, and sing. Sister Marisa's dancing moves were imitated by Deacon Giovani Bastos, the TV host, who also joined in. Millions of people throughout Brazil and the world have since watched their upbeat moment was very spontaneous, because with Sister Marisa, if you start a beat, she will dance. And I'm used to singing, to beatboxing, so for us it was very simple, spontaneous and at the same time very surprising to see that it went viral even outside Brazil," Sister Marizele told The Associated Press. MUSIC AS A MESSAGE OF HOPE In addition to being entertainers, Sisters Marisa and Marizele have a strong commitment to assisting young people, particularly those who are battling drug addiction. They claim that a significant part of their mission is music."Beatboxing, dancing, and the songs itself, are tools that God uses to reach the hearts of the people we work with. And it works! It's beautiful to see," Sister Marizele upbeat approach has obviously won over many hearts. Sister Marizele has a huge social media following, despite the fact that Sister Marisa does not have an Instagram account. Since the viral video, she has gained over 100,000 sisters also work as vocation promoters, organising retreats for women interested in pursuing a religious Sisters are committed to helping young people who are battling drug addiction. They claim that music has been a powerful tool to help those in need.
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Brazilian nuns go viral after beatboxing on Catholic TV
Two Brazilian nuns have gone viral after dropping an impromptu beatbox and dance session during a Catholic television program. Sisters Marizele Cassiano and Marisa de Paula, members of the 'Copiosa Redenção' congregation, were talking about a vocational retreat on Brazil's Pai Eterno — Eternal Father — TV channel when they brought up a song about being called to the religious life. The duo stood up and launched into a routine complete with singing, beatbox and dance moves. Then the presenter, Deacon Giovani Bastos, joined in, matching their moves in a performance that's now been seen by millions on social media in Brazil and abroad. 'That moment was very spontaneous, because with Sister Marisa, if you start a beat, she will dance. And I'm used to singing, to beatboxing, so for us it was very simple, spontaneous and at the same time very surprising to see that it went viral even outside Brazil,' Sister Marizele told The Associated Press. The Sisters are dedicated to young people who are struggling with drug addiction. They say music has been a powerful tool to help those in need. 'Beatboxing, dancing, and the songs itself, are tools that God uses to reach the hearts of the people we work with. And it works! It's beautiful to see,' said Sister Marizele. While Sister Marisa has no Instagram account, Sister Marizele has surpassed 100,000 followers since her beatboxing went viral. The sisters also work as vocation promoters, organizing retreats for women interested in pursuing a religious career.
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Brazilian nuns go viral after beatboxing on Catholic TV
SAO PAULO (AP) — Two Brazilian nuns have gone viral after dropping an impromptu beatbox and dance session during a Catholic television program. Sisters Marizele Cassiano and Marisa de Paula, members of the 'Copiosa Redenção' congregation, were talking about a vocational retreat on Brazil's Pai Eterno — Eternal Father — TV channel when they brought up a song about being called to the religious life. The duo stood up and launched into a routine complete with singing, beatbox and dance moves. Then the presenter, Deacon Giovani Bastos, joined in, matching Sister de Paula's moves in a performance that's now been seen by millions on social media in Brazil and abroad. 'That moment was very spontaneous, because with Sister Marisa, if you start a beat, she will dance. And I'm used to singing, to beatboxing, so for us it was very simple, spontaneous and at the same time very surprising to see that it went viral even outside Brazil,' Sister Marizele Cassiano, beatboxing nun, told The Associated Sisters are dedicated to young people who are struggling with drug addiction. They say music has been a powerful tool to help those in need. 'Beatboxing, dancing, and the songs itself, are tools that God uses to reach the hearts of the people we work with. And it works! It's beautiful to see,' said Sister Marizele Cassiano. While Sister Marisa has no Instagram account, Sister Marizele has surpassed 100,000 followers since her beatboxing went viral. The sisters also work as vocation promoters, organizing retreats for women interested in pursuing a religious career.
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
Beatboxing nun goes viral after Catholic TV appearance
SAO PAULO -- Two Brazilian nuns have gone viral after dropping an impromptu beatbox and dance session during a Catholic television program. Sisters Marizele Cassiano and Marisa de Paula, members of the 'Copiosa Redenção' congregation, were talking about a vocational retreat on Brazil's Pai Eterno — Eternal Father — TV channel when they brought up a song about being called to the religious life. The duo stood up and launched into a routine complete with singing, beatbox and dance moves. Then the presenter, Deacon Giovani Bastos, joined in, matching Sister de Paula's moves in a performance that's now been seen by millions on social media in Brazil and abroad. 'That moment was very spontaneous, because with Sister Marisa, if you start a beat, she will dance. And I'm used to singing, to beatboxing, so for us it was very simple, spontaneous and at the same time very surprising to see that it went viral even outside Brazil,' Sister Marizele Cassiano, beatboxing nun, told The Associated Sisters are dedicated to young people who are struggling with drug addiction. They say music has been a powerful tool to help those in need. 'Beatboxing, dancing, and the songs itself, are tools that God uses to reach the hearts of the people we work with. And it works! It's beautiful to see,' said Sister Marizele Cassiano. While Sister Marisa has no Instagram account, Sister Marizele has surpassed 100,000 followers since her beatboxing went viral.
