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57 Samba Bands for hire nationwide


  • Houston, TX
  • Drum / Percussion Show / Samba Band
  • 318 miles from New Orleans
  • Contact for rates

Transform Your Event with Live Percussion! 🎶 Looking to make your event unforgettable? I offer dynamic percussion performances that energize and engage every...

  • Atlanta, GA
  • Samba Band
  • 424 miles from New Orleans
  • Contact for rates

Batuque Brasil is an experienced Brazilian Batucada Drum Squad. We have appeared in all types of events large and small and have also appeared on 11Alive...
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Lara Latin

5.0 (6)
7 Verified bookings

  • Dallas, TX
  • Salsa Band / Samba Band
  • 442 miles from New Orleans
  • Contact for rates

Michael A. said “We had Marisela entertain in our restaurant again and she was amazing! She engages and reads the crowd and get's them engaged. We are planning our next promo so we can book her again! ”

Christopher McGuire

5.0 (11)
Top Performer
30 Verified bookings

  • Dallas, TX
  • Classical Guitarist / Samba Band
  • 442 miles from New Orleans
  • Contact for rates

McCord W. said “Chris was outstanding! Very personable, very talented. ”

Russ Hewitt

5.0 (24)
Top Performer
41 Verified bookings

  • Carrollton, TX
  • Guitarist / Samba Band
  • 453 miles from New Orleans
  • Contact for rates

Ember O. said “Russ H played guitar at our company Christmas Party and it was lovely!! Guests all loved it! Highly Recommend! He was also great w communication! ”

Paula Maya

5.0 (28)
Top Performer
40 Verified bookings

  • Austin, TX
  • Jazz Band / Samba Band
  • 459 miles from New Orleans
  • $350 and up.

Sue M. said “Paula was wonderful! She played for my Open House and truly made the event magical. Thank you Paula, you are a delight! ”
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Samba Conmigo

5.0 (31)
4 Verified bookings

  • Tampa, FL
  • Samba Dancer / Samba Band
  • 481 miles from New Orleans
  • Contact for rates

Wendy E. said “My experience with Samba Conmigo lead by Joanna was outstanding! I hired them for my daughter's 15 birthday. They drove from Bay Area to Sacramento for my event, and they were punctual, ... ”
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Phoebe Samba Team

5.0 (76)
4 Verified bookings

  • Orlando, FL
  • Samba Dancer / Samba Band
  • 533 miles from New Orleans
  • Contact for rates

Karina M. said “An absolutely amazing experience that left not only us but everyone who attended stunned. All of the dancers were extremely professional and such nice people. The video came out great and it is... ”

  • St Louis, MO
  • Samba Band
  • 600 miles from New Orleans
  • $200.00 to 5,000.00

Samba Bom, a Midwest-based music ensemble, offers the authentic sounds of Brazil mixed with the flavor of carnaval. They play a unique mix of Brazilian...
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Greg Diamond

5.0 (15)
27 Verified bookings

  • Miami, FL
  • Guitarist / Samba Band
  • 669 miles from New Orleans
  • Contact for rates

Elizabeth G. said “Greg was the entertainer at my wedding, which was outside on a beach in the Florida Keys. He played guitar for both my ceremony and reception, and I could not have asked for a better experience. ... ”

Silvia Santilli

5.0 (1)

  • Miami Beach, FL
  • Bossa Nova Band / Samba Band
  • 672 miles from New Orleans
  • $400 and up

Nestor F. said “Sylvia sang at my bday party and it was great! I have many Brazilian friends and they loved her. Will book her again for sure! ”

  • Durham, NC
  • Samba Band
  • 770 miles from New Orleans
  • $500 - $2500

Também is a woman-led band based out of Durham, NC that specializes in the Brazilian styles of samba, bossa nova, and forró. Sophisticated and suave, Também's...
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Chicago Samba

5.0 (2)
1 Verified booking

  • Chicago, IL
  • Samba Band
  • 835 miles from New Orleans
  • Contact for rates

Martina R. said “The event was so amazing! It was a surprise element during my wedding reception and my guests loved it. Everyone got up from their chairs and joined the dancing from young to old. They were... ”
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Cecy Santana

5.0 (11)
Top Performer
45 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Cover Band / Samba Band
  • 835 miles from New Orleans
  • $250-$8000

Jeff N. said “Cecy was a great addition to our small choir and helped with leading our children's choir participation. ”
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Thata Samba Show

5.0 (7)
Top Performer
16 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Samba Dancer / Samba Band
  • 835 miles from New Orleans
  • $200 and up

Sarah Z. said “Friendly, loving and professionals. Wonderful experience. Highly recommend! ”
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The John Behling Group

5.0 (6)
Top Performer
11 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Jazz Band / Samba Band
  • 835 miles from New Orleans
  • $450-$3000

Rich L. said “These guys provided fantastic background music for our Rotary Club Centennial Dinner. Their music cut through while not interfering with the social enjoyment of the evening. ”

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About booking Samba Bands

Dance the night away! We're giving the party a little taste of Brazil and South America with a Samba Band. With some Samba music jamming at your party it'll feel like you're in Rio during Carnival. This upbeat music will have your guests swaying and grooving out on the dance floor. Speaking of dancing, go ahead and book some Samba Dancers (and their large feather headpieces) to really set the theme of the evening. Get ready to party it up Brazilian style by booking one of these great Samba Bands.

When the Samba's close musical cousin, the Bossa Nova, grew to popularity in the late 50s and early 60s, the Samba grew up with it. Many samba groups and bossa nova bands have found their way into the standard jazz repertoire, and it is very common to see jazz bands and combos performing Samba music. Hire a Samba Band to bring an upbeat party atmosphere to any event, from wedding receptions to corporate events, wherever dance beats and infectious rhythms are needed!

Some things to consider when hiring a Samba Band are to make sure you listen to audio and watch video clips. This will ensure that you truly do book the best for your next event! Next, you want to get references. Talk to people in the area about the band and get feedback. Finally, get a contract. Many professional Samba Bands require a deposit to secure them at your next event. Make sure to read through the contract carefully before contracting the band for your party.