If there is a musical style that is associated with feelings of joy and happiness it is without a doubt Samba!

Samba is the most famous form of music arising from African roots in Brazil. The name "Samba" is thought to have originated from the Angolan semba (mesemba) which was an African drum and dance rhythm related to religious rituals. Samba as we know it today, developed as a distinctive kind of music at the beginning of the 20th century in Rio de Janeiro (then the capital of Brazil) under the strong influence of immigrant black people from Bahia. The Samba rhythm was used in song, dance and to parade during carnival time, and it is the latter that is the most joyous and the one most popular with schools!

So whether you want a Samba drumming and percussion workshop in isolation, or wish to link it to Samba Carnival Dance and Mask-Making, we can meet your brief! We can even help you to perform  your own carnival parade around the school grounds!

We have a national team of percussionists, all of whom are talented drummers and teachers, experienced in working with pupils of all ages and abilities.

About Our Workshops

• South American Samba Drumming workshops are suitable for all ages and abilities and SEN
• They are fun, inspirational, educational and celebrate diversity and promote unity
• We can take up to 30 pupils in each session
• Session lengths range from 30 minutes to an hour (or more) depending upon the age of the pupils participating and your desired outcome
• Through a conducted drum circle pupils learn how to play through call and response patterns led by our artist
• Cues (which can be verbal or non-verbal) are directed at the pupils who respond in unison to the master drummer
• Workshop content is adapted depending on the age and experience of those participating and can increase in complexity for the more experienced drummers
• These workshops also aim to teach pupils about Brazilian culture and the origins and importance of Samba Drumming
• Workshops can lead to a showing or a carnival procession or performance if you so wish

To book or for further information, please ring our helpline number on 0845 121 3380 click "email us" to the right of the screen or use the Live Chat facility by clicking on the green button.