: a Brazilian rattle commonly consisting of a gourd with its dried seeds inside or a metal sphere with pellets and used as a rhythm instrument.

What does the chocalho do?

Chocalhos are typically used as a support to the sound of the pineapple caixas, to sustain the rhythm in the bateria. ... The chocalho is played by shaking it back and forth and pumping the arms up and down. Also known as Rocar.

How does the chocalho sound?

The chocalho (show-cal-yo) sounds similar to the bells on a tambourine. You hold it at both ends and shake back and forth in a constant rhythm. The ganza is an instrument that is played by shaking. It is usually a metal cylinder filled with beads or sand.