Barulho

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 Barulho are a thirty piece Samba band based in Brighton. They blend traditional Samba styles with contemporary beats and bring any event to life with their infectious rhythms and spectacular performances.

Established for over twelve years they have performed at countless events, from festivals, street parties, parades and clubs to corporate & community celebrations of all kinds, both nationally and internationally. These include the Notting Hill Carnival, Westend Festival Glasgow, Wroclaw Non Stop Festival in Poland, Brighton Carnival, Secret Garden Festival UK and BBC’s Springwatch.

Barulho is headed up by Pat Power, percussionist, composer and one of the most respected innovators on the UK Samba scene. His extensive knowledge of traditional Afro-Caribbean styles mixed with cutting edge beats lead to their innovative and seductive Samba sound.

High energy, fully acoustic and able to set up quickly anywhere for static or mobile events, Barulho are versatile for all occasions adapting their numbers between 10 – 35 piece to suit the event.

Barulho combines hot drumming action with up to four flamboyantly costumed dancers personally choreographed by internationally renowned dancer, choreographer and dance consultant Rosario Gracia whose speciality is celebratory carnival dance.

Barulho are a visually stunning drumming band. From ‘Glamorous Cabaret’ perfect for formal events, to their ‘Travelling Freak Show Carnival’- a horde of mismatched creatures from the very depths of myth and legend - they pride themselves on creating visually stunning costumes which turn any show into an extraordinary experience.

Barulho will deliver a unique twist of infectious rhythms and a mesmerising performance that is sure to get all up and dancing their socks off!

“Another great performance from Barulho in the West End Festival opening parade and samba showcase. Thanks very much to all the boys and girls of Barulho for a very professional show - we hope you'll be back for many a year!”
Michael Dale, Festival Director, Glasgow's West End Festival

“Fantastically funky!”
Karen Poley, Zap Productions / National Street Arts Festival

“100% Brighton. No matter what your expectations Barulho always go one better! Innovative grooves made for dancing, and costumes you wish you'd thought of.”
Doug Summers, SambaYaBamba and Bêbado, Glasgow

“Barulho produced a huge sound and energetic beats to lift the crowd. The band has always added a sparkle to our event and we would have no hesitation in recommending you for any shows.”
Oli Clark, Brighton Alliance of Sound Systems

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