- Los Angeles, CA
- Mariachi Band
- $950 and up
William L. said
“Wonderful selection of music performed beautifully. The trio was just the right size. Happy music!! ”
Alessa & Brazilian Latin Mood
Overview
We are a trio, guitar (Electric or Nylon Classic) voice and keyboards/programming. We sound like a 5-piece band. We play Bossa Nova & Brazilian Jazz. We set a cool mood with background easy listening music for your special celebration.
If requested, we also play boleros and upbeat Latin songs.
Reviews
4 reviews
Juan R.
May 4, 2022Pappa's celebration of life.
My father in law was a man who loved the beach, Jazz and specifically Bossa Nova. We celebrated his life at an outdoors venue, with brunch and good music. Alessa and her band made the difference for this very special event. She sang in three different languages. Alessa and her band made our celebration extremely enjoyable, serene, relaxed and pleasurable. My wife and received a number of compliments from Pappa's friends who described Alessa and her band a very nice touch for a memorable event. I am very pleased and happy to have hired them. ALESSA "Muito obrigado" ps. I learned that that means thank you very much in Portuguese. Juan
Hired as: Bossa Nova Band, Easy Listening Band
Christian J.
April 4, 2022AMAZING! TOO MANY COMPLIMENTS!
Alessa & Brazilian Latin Mood played at our engagement party this spring. They were absolutely fantastic to both work with and listen to. The amount of compliments/comments I heard about the music was hard to keep track of. They set the perfect mood for the cocktail event at the party. I would highly recommend them at your next event!
Hired as: Bossa Nova Band
Alessa & Brazilian Latin Mood
Thank you for such wonderful review, it was our pleasure to play and entertain your guests during your special celebration.
Laura H.
April 8, 2021Terrific music, professional band, great sound!
We hosted a virtual 50th birthday party yesterday, and we hired Alessa and the band for a small surprise. Alessa was super responsive from the moment I posted the event, very organized and professional, and was receptive to our requested song list. On the day of the event we had a sound check before starting, and the band played, amazing everyone, especially the birthday guy (a Bossa Nova aficionado). Alessa’s voice was lovely and lulling and people could not get enough of the private concert! She even took an additional request from the birthday guy and they played a quick Happy Birthday. People were very slow to depart the party, a first considering the ZOOM overload these days. Absolutely outstanding experience! Would definitely hire again.
Hired as: Bossa Nova Band
Alessa & Brazilian Latin Mood
Laura thank you for taking the time to leave us a 5 star review and helping to share the word about us.
So glad you all enjoyed our sound.
We are looking forward to seeing you in the near future!
Alessa,
Paul E.
July 9, 2017Great Band
Alessa and her band were great. Very nice people and professional and we all had a great time! Thanks so much!
Hired as: Latin Band
Booking information
Price range: $600 & up
Languages: English, Portuguese, Spanish
Gig length: 60 - 240 minutes
What to expect
Our band can be as small as a duet.
Keyboards and singer - Guitar & singer or just instrumental no singer.
Our original band is a trio, keyboards, singer and guitar, please watch the videos to get a feel for our sound and performance.
We can add sax , trumpet, trombone, full drums to our band.
Our band can be as large as a 12-piece band.
About
ALESSA
Alessa Vocalist-Song-Writer
A native of the exotic land of the Incas. She sings with the flair of her South American roots, her voice is expressive and soothing.
Alessa grew up listening to Waltzes, Festejo, Cuban music, Bossa Nova and Sambas (her mom loved to listen to Antonio Carlos Jobim, Sergio Murillo, Ellis Regina and during her early years she was exposed to this beautiful music)
Alessa and her band play Brazilian Jazz (Bossa Nova), Latin Tunes, Samba, Gypsy Rumba and Afro- Brazilian (Samba Reggae) music in Portuguese, English and Spanish.
Besides live performances at nightclubs, festivals, concerts and fund raisers Alessa has performed at following venues:
The Hollywood Palladium with Afro-Brazil for the annual carnival night.
The Hollywood Bowl with "Viver Brazil" for the opening season of summer concerts at the bowl.
Le Blue Note in Paris-France with Nazare Pereira.
The "Museum of Image and Sound" with Caixa Preta and Unidos do Mundo (escola de samba) for the LAPA's Carnaval in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
With her band; they have been the headliners for the #1 Spanish contemporary music KLVE 107.5 FM radio station’ s gala.
They also performed at the Summer concert series in Lake Arrowhead, getting great reviews in local newspapers, also at the Levitt Summer Concerts in Pasadena, At Concerts by the Pier in Manhattan Beach, Malibu, Santa Monica and Redondo Beach, College Venues, festivities, galas and Park and Recreation events. With four CD releases; Brazilian Mood (Bossa Nova); Rio Inspired (Sambas and Bossa Nova, inspired by the Carnival); Alessa & MC a Latin fusion with nine original tunes and Maria Bonita ( A daughter/mother eternal love tribute) Alessa and her band continue making music to bring joy to the world.
Pablo Medina; Pianist, songwriter, arranger, producer and teacher. Pablo was born in Argentina, he combines traditional styles and modern jazz into his arrangements and performances. Versatile and creative he adds a unique twist to his own compositions and covers.
Waldo Valenzuela; Guitarist and Sound Engineer born in Chile. Waldo is a Jazz, Rock, Traditional South American Music and Spanish guitarist. Settled in Los Angeles, he continues to develop as an Engineer in Audio Post Production for Cinema and Television in Burbank, California. Along with his work in Post Production he is known as an innovative guitarist and music producer.
Additional booking notes
We bring our own sound system.
Jbl speakers - floor monitors - PA system
And microphones.
We also have stage lights.
Services offered
Set list
Wave-Desafinado-Garota de Ipanema-Chega de Saudade-Meditacao-Corcovado-
Eli e Carioca-Se e tarde me perdoa-So danco Samba-Discusao-Voce e Eu-Ilumina
E Luxo So-Mais que Nada-Besame Mucho- Sabor a Mi- Algo Contigo -The Look of love
Fly me to the moon- Tempo Perdido- Let's never stop falling in love- The way you look tonight -Astrud -Promises -Baby You're mine- Gracias a la vida- Jura de Samba
La gata bajo la lluvia-Tus Ojos-Fragile-Crazy- inolvidable-Contigo Aprendi- Voy a apagar la luz-Reloj-Buscame-Abril- Sway- Autum Leaves- Blue bossa -Quimbara- Ud abuso- Piel morena Ligia-Samba de Verao-Brazil-A Felicidade-Mi Tierra -La Flor de la Canela-El Sabor de tu piel
O Barquinho-Manha de Carnaval-Agua de Beber and more...
Influences and inspiration
Astrud Gilberto
Gloria Estefan
Pink Martini
Tom Jobim
Gal Costa
Basia
Celia Cruz
Setup requirements
We provide sound for our trio. For a larger venue we can also provide sound
PA system - monitors and microphones
We also provide stage lights
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