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Always exciting, inspirational and impressive. To achieve a performance with non-music-playing children in such a short time was amazing. Totally fabulous and would recommend wholeheartedly!

Sara Bennion - Headteacher, Queen Margaret Primary Academy

School Workshops

For Primary, Secondary and Specialist

Since 2011, we have specialised in delivering world-class Brazilian percussion workshops.

We share first-hand experience of the Samba of the Rio Carnival alongside a wealth of other styles from Brazil and around the world.

Sessions can include singing, dance, choreography and discussion of cultural context behind the music, all tailored to the group.

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David's passion for Samba music is infectious! I have invited him back time after time as he is always professional, engaging and inclusive. The workshops support our music curriculum in a fun and creative way.  Highly recommended. 

Analie Hart - French/Music Teacher, Charlton Kings Junior School

Relevant

Your workshop can be aimed to satisfy specific parts of the curriculum such as rhythm, dynamics, sound, pitch...

...Or tailor your workshop to cover topics such as Sound, South America, Brazil, Carnival...

Flexible

Any class size from 5 - 50 playing at once with a drum each.

Any duration, from a 10-minute demo to a full day of workshops.

Professional

We take pride in punctuality, reliability and ease of communication.

Enhanced CRB/DBS cleared.

Founder and lead practitioner, David Walter BSc (Hons) MMus, delivers to maintain the outstanding reputation of Olá Samba since 2011.

Authentic

All workshops are conducted with authentic samba school instruments under expert tuition. 

Learn from a practitioner who has been immersed in Brazilian percussion since 2007, learning the music and the culture first-hand in Brazil. 

Fun!

Above all, the children will love it!


School Workshop Testimonials

  • "We've had so many musicians run assemblies here for the last 20 years but yours was the best by far!"

    Val W - Oak Tree Primary

  • "David is fantastic with the students and I would certainly think it would be beneficial for him to return next year."

    Andrew - National Star College

  • "Your manner with the children is excellent and what you achieved in such a short time was brilliant. Thank you so much."

    Sally Greaves - Headteacher, Minety School

School Workshop FAQs

  • A typical workshop with a single class might be 45-mins or an hour, but sessions can be anywhere from a 10-minute bash to a half-day experience. Younger age groups suit shorter sessions while older groups can take advantage of going into more depth.

  • We are perfectly set up to run a normal class size (approx 30) at once. Anywhere down to a very small group of 5 can work, or up to around 50 in some cases. Get in touch to see what would work best for your school.

  • We all know how tight budgets are. We keep costs to a minimum, so you may well be pleasantly surprised. Almost all of our work is booked direct, which saves on costly agency fees. Get in touch for a quote for your school.

  • We specialise in Brazilian percussion, which includes Samba alongside a wealth of other Brazilian styles. Our workshops also include singing, dance, choreography and discussion of cultural context. Get in touch to tailor the perfect session for your group.

  • Yes, we have a public liability insurance policy in place.

  • Yes, our lead practitioners carry a clear enhanced DBS check.