Longford’s new Samba Band looking for drummers!

The Bula Bula Samba Band are setting up a new Samba Band in County Longford. For those who are not familiar with Samba it refers to the carnival music associated closely with Rio Brazil and involves percussion instruments and lively street dancing.

Bula Bula’s plan is that the Samba band will participate in the celebration of public cultural events around the county and will become a social space for people with an interest in participating in drumming and music activities. No previous experience necessary.

They are delighted to have Thomas Duffy of Rhythm-Riot (Kilkenny) as their samba tutor.

Tom captures the spirit of Samba well when he says, “Samba drumming encourages social development, self-expression, and confidence, all the time placing a strong emphasis on participation and enjoyment! It's accessible to all abilities, even absolute beginners to music' We all have rhythm inside of us, we aim to bring it out in a fun, inclusive way. All you need is a heartbeat and willingness to give it a go!”

Bula Bula are inviting anyone with an interest in drumming to come along to their sessions every Thursday at 7.30pm in the Attic House, Ballinalee Road, Longford. For further information please check out our Bula Bula facebook page or contact carolinelewis2003@gmail .com / 087-6418083.