Matheus Nova on the bass

        A tremendous groovy bass player, Matheus Nova is very popular amongst the Latin and pop London circles for his ability to “design” astonishing bass lines. In a word, he transforms folkloric into “funkloric”. Matheus has performed with many groups, including the Brazilian Samba Divas Elza Soares and Alcione. Based in London, he has played with Rolland Perrin, Mark Bassey and Hugo Delmirani amongst others. In Samburá he feels completely at home and free to express himself, both through his swing and his original style.

Adriano Pinto on percussion

        Adriano is an eccentric percussionist who plays a wide variety of instruments. In the London scene, he played with Nóis, John Crawford and Antonio Forcione. He has been giving workshops throughout UK and taking part in various festivals (WOMAD, Coin street). From the traditional afro-Brazilian root to the influence of contemporary music, Adriano creates an exciting atmosphere highlighting the flavor of the Brazilian music.

JosuÉ Ferreira on guitar, leading vocal

        Write this name down as one of the new talents of Brazil’s contemporary generation of composers. Josué Ferreira brings as well his vocal and instrumental abilities together with his knowledge of Brazilian folklore to Samburá. Travelling through the hidden hinterlands of Brazil he gained an experience which renewed his way of singing and playing guitar in such an innovative, creative and sensitive way that seduces fans wherever he performs.

Marcelo Andrade on violin, flute and sax

        Versatility is the word to describe the multi instrumentalist and composer Marcelo Andrade. Having performed and recorded with a wide variety of artists including Milton Nascimento, Alcione, Sergio Dias (Os Mutantes) and South African saxophonist Robbie Jansen, Marcelo is at home with various styles of music, and he is renewed for lifting the spirits of the band, evolving the audience with passion and enthusiasm.