Amy Carmela Caroline Chris.H Gaw Gill Ian Joe Lisa Neil Sarah Sue Susanna Teresa
Now, and Then - Barney Charlotte Chris.W Emma Molly Nina Jon Sandy (Andy Ed Lynn Jane & Sam - www.baixa.biz) Andy Bob Elle Gavin Jim John Jules Paul Pete6
Influences
Chris, Carl, Adrian, Raz
Monobloco, Carlinhos Brown, Timbalada, Chico Science & Nação Zumbi, Olodum, Sergio Mendes, Na Gira dos Caboclos
Katherine Dunham, Gotan Project, Tom Waits' Junkyard Orchestra, Talking Heads
Batatân play Funky Afro-Brazilian/Cuban rhythms, on traditional Brazilian carnival drums and percussion instruments.
We perform regularly at Carnivals and events throughout South Wales.
New members are always welcome, we are open to everyone, all ages, levels and abilities. No experience needed, just bring energy and enthuthiasum. The emphasis is on fun and participation.
Singers and Dancers are also welcome. Would love a bit of Brass too, if anyone's up for it!
We practice weekly on Wednesday nights, send a message via this site or email here if you're interested
*Batatân is a Community Samba Band, formed with the help of Newport's Maindee Festival in 2001. We are a non-profitmaking and mostly self-funded.
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