Join Samba Galêz

Not just Samba - learn other Brazilian, African & Reggae influenced rhythms

The most fun you can have with your clothes on (possibly)

No experience necessary - we run Access courses for Dancers and Drummers/Percussionists who can then go on to join the band.

Performances vary from Busking on match days, leading carnival parades, encouraging marathon runners to entertaining pre-match international football  crowds.  

 

Access Course Dates 2023

6-week access course for Drummers & Percussionists

September 2023 - £50

Everyone Welome - no experience necessary 
Just bring plenty of enthusiasm!


dates will be confirmed in due course

 
 

Drumming and Percussion - Tams, Bells, Shackers, Surdos, Centrdors, Caixa..

You will learn the core rhythms and breaks, whilst being part of a warm and vibrant community.  Don’t let the ‘Samba’ in our name fool you – we DO do Samba (and very well too!) – but you will also learn Brazilian, Cuban and African rhythmic forms as well. Our repertoire includes Samba Reggae and Maracatu from the northeast of Brazil; Conga and 6/8 rhythyms from Cuba and the Caribbean; and even rootsier stuff from West Africa.
 

Dancers

If you’re expecting bikinis and feathers I’m afraid you’ll be disappointed!

Samba Galêz dance reflects the range of musical styles of the band and its rich fusions. The majority of our pieces were choreographed by Sallie MacLennan and are constantly evolving and developing.  We Samba, yes, but we also incorporate ancient Afro-Brazilian traditions including Orisha and Afoxé, modern Salvador carnival styles like Samba Reggae, hip hop & street dance influences, and we even have a specially choreographed piece drawing on traditional West African dance (devised by master dancer Idrissa Camara).  

There’s something for everyone and moves can be adapted to suit all abilities.