Yes, women do play candombe, a traditional Afro-Uruguayan drumming style that originated in Uruguay. While historically it was a male-dominated activity, in recent years, more and more women have been participating in candombe groups, both as drummers and dancers.

In fact, there are several all-female candombe groups in Uruguay, such as “Candomebeleza” and “La Melaza”. These groups have been instrumental in breaking down gender barriers in the candombe tradition and promoting gender equality in music.

It’s worth noting that while women’s participation in candombe has become more accepted, there are still some traditionalists who believe that women should not participate in this style of music. However, there are many people who are actively working to challenge these attitudes and create more opportunities for women in candombe.