Tapes is a municipality in Rio Grande do Sul state, Brazil, near to Porto Alegre.

Groups like Os Tapes, although no longer active, and artists like José Cláudio Machado were instrumental in spreading traditional Gaúcho music, significantly contributing to the local music scene.

The club has had the honor of hosting great athletes throughout its history, contributing to the development of sports in the region.

Additionally, Tapes is inhabited by traditional families, such as the Rieff, who have contributed for generations to the cultural and social enrichment of the city.

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