The samba performances are led by locally-based Brazilian star performers Pablo Regis, André Coelho and samba dancer Mariana Triginelli, who invite you to experience the heart of Brazil on the dance floor. The event features a live samba band, thundering samba street-drumming ensemble, dazzling samba dancers, and charismatic breakout Brazilian DJ Babilous, showcasing everything from ecstatic roots samba to high-energy carnival beats.
The party starts with a beginner-friendly samba dance lesson.
Sarau de Samba: roots samba experience is highly interactive and family-friendly, welcoming all ages and backgrounds to sing, dance, and even play instruments alongside the band. Whether you’re a samba aficionado or a first-timer, we are happy to share and pass on this rich tradition and you will always find a warm, welcoming atmosphere and a true taste of Afro-Brazilian culture.
The Sarau de Samba band was founded by Pablo de Oliveira and Andre Coelho. The ensemble includes the top Brazilian musicians in the region, including Pablo, André, Carlinhos Rangel, Hugo Vásquez, Chris Payne, David Sacks, André Vidal, and Tom Rohde.
There can be no samba music without samba dance! Expert samba dancer and educator Mariana Triginelli teaches attendees to move in time with fun and spirit.
DJ Babilous is a Brazilian DJ based in Washington, DC. She is known for highly energetic sets full of Brazilian rhythms and carnival vibes.
Singer and poet Rose Moraes brings the soul of Brazilian Music to the world. Born in the south of Brazil near São Paulo, she has performed in Switzerland, Poland, Brazil and the US, where she now resides. She recorded a CD called “Brejeira” and launched her show “enCANTO do Poema” (enchantment of poetry), which has been presented in many capitals in Brazil. In the US, she opened for Diana Ross at BET’s “Walk of Fame” in Washington, DC. She has also performed at the Library of Congress, The Chamber of Commerce (Brazil-USA), The National Zoo, Adams Morgan Day Festival, Artscape (Baltimore), NYC at Zinc Bar and The Iridium. She has also presented “Roots of Brazil” and “Tribute to Antonio Carlos Jobim” at Creative Alliance in Baltimore, as well as Viva Brasil! in past years. Rose performed for Thievery Corporation at Eighteenth Street Lounge in DC with her Band “Soul Brazil” and currently performs on Thursdays at Mercy Me in DC.
Location: The Patterson
Location: The Marquee Lounge
Location: The Patterson
Location: The Patterson
