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1This is our most popular and most requested of all our performances, the Parade. This is what we do best. There are many ways you can use the parade component. Here are some of the scenarios; if you need to move groups of people from one area to another this would be very helpful. A lot of times in a situation we move the personnel from one location to another where there is another party already set up for them, this way there is no breakdown of the party and everything flows smoothly with the transition from the parade to the next level or location of your event.

We perform while one band stops and the stage need to be reset and when there is a 15 to 20 minute downtime before the next band. This will take all the attention away from the set change and keep your event up with high energy. Parade components; 10-30 minute 5-18 people 1 to 3 Stilt Dancers

1.) Casa Samba Convention Parades;
To kick off a convention or meeting sessions opening or closing as well as in between long sessions.


2.) Casa Samba Guidance Parades;
This parade assists with moving large and small conventioneers from one location to another, indoor or outdoor.


3.) Casa Samba Energize Parade;
 Designed to re-energize convention-goers and participants with a surprise parade or performance during, in between, or after long conference sessions.


4.) Casa Samba Food Delivery;
 This is a great way to “WOW” your guest for dinner or luncheon events. The guests are amazed when they hear and see Samba Parade leading out the waiters and servers with their favorite dish or dessert. Generally, this is done with an exotic dessert or special food entree.


5.) Casa Samba Parade performance;
 This is one of the most in-demand for our group. To parade through an event and stop to perform at different locations or stop spontaneously in the middle of the event. This can happen while one band stops and the stage need to be reset and there is a 15 to 20-minute downtime before the next band. This will take all the attention away from the set change and keep your event up with high energy.


6.) Casa Samba General Samba Parade
Outdoor and Indoor parades small, medium or large parades.


7.) Casa Samba Meet and Greet- Perform
 Starting by standing at the main entrance of an event as conventioneers enter after most guests have arrived than before the event starts. We can do a parade around the area to get their attention focused on the event’s start. We can also return and close the same event with different costumes.

Recommended for: Parades, private parties, coronations, and other balls, floor shows, dinners, award ceremonies, festivals, opening or closing act, main acts, etc.

Parade Performance Requirements: depending on length of parade or performance and location. Dressing rooms or green room, parking, mileage, per diem, refreshments and/or catering. All requirements are negotiable)
ALL THE ABOVE CAN BE DONE WITHOUT ANY BACK LINE OR ELECTRICAL NEED…….Click here for the video gallery

    This performance timeslots: 15–30–60 minute sets or more… sets recommended for conventions private parties, special events, school assemblies, birthday parties, weddings, concerts, floor shows, festivals and more

Casa Samba's newest addition the Afro Cultures of Carnival

2 This show is about the Cultures of Carnaval you don’t see when you go to the Mardi Gras parades. A great way to Experience and A taste of the New Orleans community version of the Cultures of Carnaval. Putting this combination together takes a Brass band, Second-line dancers, Mardi Gras’s Indian, and Casa Samba. As well as any other additions such as a Stilt Dancers

The extravaganza includes a combination of the Brazilian folkloric And New Orleans folklore Carnival show combined all in one complete presentation.

This performance will consist of Samba dancers, drummers, a full band, and stilt walkers. We added to our show some featured cultures of New Orleans Carnival, brass bands, Mardi Gras Indians, second line steppers, baby dolls, All of these components together show the similarities of the cultures of Brazil and New Orleans carnival. 30 – 35 people are normally the number of people needed for this extravagant show. This performance is very customizable……..

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There are several ways to incorporate our performances into your event. One way is to have a total setup for us to perform a complete show. Number two is if you’re having entertainment already going on and you would like a transition from one band to the next Casa Samba can perform during the time of the transition the bands eliminating the break in the party. A third and most popular way is to parade in the event ballroom engaging the audience as we parade through the room and stop in a designated area to put on a performance and then parading out again. This scenario is very unique and very useful because our clients use this to give a little spark to their party while the other talent takes a break.

performance time slots: 15–30–60 minute sets or more… sets recommended for conventions private parties, special events, school assemblies, birthday parties, weddings, concerts, floor shows, festivals, and more

EXTRAVAGANZA

3The total package of all our Brasilian Performace in one show. The extravaganza includes a combination of the Brazilian folkloric show and the samba show all in one complete presentation. this performance will consist of dancers, drummers, a full band and stilt walkers. There are many other components that can be added to our show featuring some of the cultures of New Orleans, jazz bands, brass bands, Mardi Gras Indians, and second-line steppers. All of these components together show the similarities of the cultures of Brazil and New Orleans carnival. 30 – 35 people are normally the number of people needed for this extravagant show. This performance is very customizable……..Click here for the video gallery

There are several ways to incorporate our performances into your event. One way is to have a total set up for us to perform a complete show. Number two is if you’re having entertainment already going on and you would like a transition from one band to the next Casa Samba can perform during the time of the transition the bands eliminating the break in the party. A third and our most popular way is to parade in the event ballroom engaging the audience as we parade through the room and stop in a designated area to put on a performance and then parading out again. This scenario is very unique and very useful because our clients use this to give a little spark to their party and while the other talent takes a break.

performance time slots: 15–30–60 minute sets or more… sets recommended for conventions private parties, special events, school assemblies, birthday parties, weddings, concerts, floor shows, festivals and more

4 A typical show of the great Carnival performances in Brasil. This performance is like a typical show you would find when you go to Showhouse in Brazil. It is where the different components of carnival characters demonstrate their abilities to dance and play the samba.
1-The Samba Show Group consist of the following components- [Bateria show] this is the percussion band that performs intricate samba rhythms samba drumming arrangements,
2-[Passistas] are samba dancers wearing traditional Brazilian costumes from both Rio de Janeiro and/or Bahia,
3- A feature presentation of acrobatic Tamborine[Pandeiro] juggling, an art form created in the Brazilian carnival we can always add other Samba dance components to our Samba show like Mestre Sala and Porta Bandeira, Commission de Frente- a synchronized group located in front oo the Samba school that tells the story of the theme of the samba school in a theatrical way, Bahanas- are ladies dressed in large hoop skirts they represent the energy of the samba groups, and Samba Enredos this means a Samba theme song which tells the story of the Samba school. This performance can be done with a minimum of 6 people but can be as large as 20 to 25 people or more.……Watch the Video

 

   These performance time slots: 15–30–60 minute sets or more… sets recommended for conventions private parties, special events, school assemblies, birthday parties, weddings, concerts, floor shows, festivals, and more

 

A Presentation of the Orixas

5 Presentation of the Orixas SPECIALTY PERFORMANCES   Alternative to the New Orleans voodoo show a simple yet Highly traditional, authentic, and colorful presentation/ demo of the theatrical rendition of the Afro Brazilian cultural religions “Candomble” commonly known as “MACUMBA” this performance is based upon traditional dance, singing and drumming in this presentation we do does not use animals unless requested.

  If you are not familiar with the word Orixa means a good comparison/definition would be patron Saints similar to St. Mary, St. Joseph, and so on. In Brasil by way of African traditions, this shows similar characteristics. This show is comparative to the New Orleans voodoo performances with the exception of NOT using animals such as chickens or snakes. This is a spiritual presentation with the main focus on being authentic and traditional chants, costumes, dancing, and drumming. This is only a representation of the Afro-Brasilian religion Candomblé not a ceremony.    This presentation is for educational purposes only. if you are familiar with the Orixas (saints). These names of some of the Orixas include our presentation: “Ogum, Obaluae, Oxum, Yansa, Xango, Oxumare dance of the Cobra, and Oxala”. All are represented in their traditional dresses and designated colors as well as movements and gestures that are characteristic of each of the Orixas. The dances are accompanied by 4 drummers playing traditional drums. The presentation starts with traditional drumming, followed by a procession of the Orixas. Each Orixas is called out by its distinct rhythm and salutation and performs its particular dance with songs. The shows concludes with the Orixas spreading blessings and good vibrations as they procession off stage.


……………….Total show consists of 20 – 25 people can be done with a minimum of six people this can be a 15 to 45 minutes show depending on the occasion it can be extended. ……Watch the Video

The performance timeslots: 15–30–60 minute sets or more… sets recommended for conventions private parties, special events, Universities, Ceremonials, Weddings, concerts, festivals and more…

Afro Brasilian Cultural Presentation

6AFRICAN CULTURE OF BRASIL
This is where we showcase the various Afro Brasilian cultural dances, songs, and rhythms from Bahia and Rio de Janeiro. Afro-Brasilian Dances like Samba, Cafezao, dance from Ile Aiye, Batuque, Caboclu, Maculele and Capoeira. this performance showcases the Afro and Indian Brazilian cultural heritage helping preserve the history of the imported cultures in Brazil. about 6-25 people are needed for this set………………………………………1hr Minimum ……Watch the Video

This performance time slots: 15–30–60 minute sets or more… sets recommended for conventions private parties, special events, school assemblies, birthday parties, weddings, concerts, floor shows, festivals and more

MEET and GREET

7A great way to set the mood for your event
This is another useful scenario on which to use Casa Samba is for meeting & greeting your guests either outside or inside of the entrance to your event area.   It is also very useful when the distance of your event’s location is far away and there are other venues going on at the same time. When groups are migrating from one area to the next this helps them to find their next area’s location with no problem. ……Watch the Video

performance timeslots: 15–30–60 minute sets or more… sets recommended for conventions private parties, special events, school assemblies, birthday parties, weddings, concerts, floor shows, festivals and more

TAKE A PHOTO WITH US

8 Take a Photo with Casa Samba…..view gallery here

We can bring extra Brazilian-style headdresses and various costumes parts and have your group members take a photo with a headdress or with some of the Casa Samba members.  This can happen either before or after the performance. or as a special session. Bring home these precious memories of an unforgettable colorful and exciting experience. you can also have your conventioneers take memorable photos with some authentic Brazilian costumes like the Samba Schools


The performance timeslot: 15–30–60 minute sets or more… sets recommended for conventions private parties, special events, school assemblies, birthday parties, weddings, concerts, floor shows, festivals, and more

CUSTOM DESIGN COSTUME FOR YOU

9CUSTOM DESIGN YOUR OWN COSTUMES and be a part of the entertainment. Your company or group can have a special headdress and/or mask constructed with their company logo on it to help give a memorable experience of their event. Become a part of the performance. We have costumes that you can rent or have specially made for your company. This is a great component because it lets your conventioneers our specialty group and let them be a part of their own event. all that needs to be done is to contact us prior to your engagement and we can have the costumes delivered to you. We can even do this if we are not performing.


performance timeslots: 15–30–60 minute sets or more… sets recommended for conventions private parties, special events, school assemblies, birthday parties, weddings, concerts, floor shows, festivals and more

PERFORM WITH US

PERFORM WITH Casa samba.

PERFORM WITH Casa samba. ITEM 10

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Casa Samba can easily Custom design a memorable Brazilian style Samba choreography Or other Brazilian dance and/or drumming piece. We can put together simple movements for your group so they can be featured in the part of our performance. They can also rent some of our costumes for some of your group members so can perform with us. Just be at the performance, be a part of it.

 


This performance timeslots: N/A – Recommended for conventions private parties, special events, school assemblies, birthday parties, weddings, concerts, floor shows, festivals, and more

Mestre Curtis Pierre Who is the Samba man

Samba Man ITEM 11

Mestre Curtis Pierre Who is the Samba man specialty performance for children and school assemblies K-12 ….The Samba Website ….Samba Man Gallery ….Sambaman featured video. ….Curtis Pierre Videos

    Curtis Pierre is “THE SAMBA MAN”. This lively and interactive program starts with the relationship of Brasil and Africa by introducing the colorful and exciting world of samba and Brasilian percussion in Rio de Janeiro, Bahia and other parts of Brasil. Being a native of New Orleans, Curtis Pierre is well qualified to educate the audience about the kinship of Brasilian Carnaval and New Orleans Mardi Gras. He has a keen and clear explanation of the similarities and the differences in the two Carnaval location.


“Samba and Brasilian Percussion Program Description” This program includes a demonstration/performance of percussion instruments, interacting and being involved with the audience. With the presentation of each instrument comes a piece of history about Brasil and or the origin of the instrument and its relationship to Africa. People from the audience are randomly selected to participate in these introductions. Throughout the program the audience is always engaged in the performance. After the introduction of several percussion instruments then comes the Pandeiro (tambourine) Show, the most captivating and exciting part of the performance.
Curtis Pierre performs the intricate playing techniques of the Pandeiro in a memorable and stunning display of rhythm and acrobatics. With his spectacular Pandeiro Acrobatics show, spinning 3-5 Pandeiros (tambourines) executing a mixture of various skillful balancing and joggling routines integrating cartwheels, tumbles and lightning fast twists, turns, and flipping movements with the pandeiro. This is one of the most original art forms indigenous of samba schools of Brasil), Curtis Pierre is ranked nationally as one of the top 3 Malabarismo “Pandeiro (tambourine) juggler” in America.


After the Pandeiro Show, Curtis will randomly select 10-20 participants chosen from the audience to perform of stage. The participants will learn the basic samba rhythm, a simple percussion arrangement and some samba dance movements. Depending on the amount of time there can be a selection of several different groups of 10-20 all ending in a culminating parade with students wearing parts of costumes to get the real feel of Carnaval.


This program fully customizable to your request as far as integrations with classroom activities, slide show presentation on Brasil and or Carnaval, birthday parties, special events, conventions, special workshops and more.

……Watch Sambaman and Casa Samba mini show Video
……Watch dou Performance
……Watch the Solo performance

This performance standard Time is 45 minutes can be broken down into – 15 or 20 minute segments recommended for school assemblies, conventions, private parties, birthday parties, festivals and more. This performance timeslots: N/A – Recommended for conventions private parties, special events, school assemblies, birthday parties, weddings, concerts, floor shows, festivals, and more

PROFESSIONAL and children STILT DANCERS

PROFESSIONAL and children STILT DANCERS ITEM 12
Chakaba or MOCKO JUMBIE Fascinatingly skillful, these are not your ordinary stilt walkers make sure you know the difference between a stilt walker and a stilt dancer. The stilt dancers are extremely energetic acrobatic and sometimes over 15 feet tall. They can dance, run, spin, and leap their way into your heart and minds as they perform their craft to the beat of live drumming or recorded music. Stilt dancers are available to perform alone or with the other listed events above. They also come in groups as large as 30. This talent is extremely effective when you need to have attention to your event without using loud music or bands. They are helpful in guiding your audience or convention-goers in the right direction if you have multiple areas in your event. They can hold signs, where your logo, meet and greet people with many more options to help increase visibility to your event not to mention amazing excitement.

    HISTORY OF THE STLTWALKERS

The Stiltwalker plays a very important part at festivals and celebrations. He embodies the symbols and the spirit of Africa.

Originally from West Africa, the Stiltwalker is a magical figure that is called by many names. In the old tradition he initiates the celebrations. Currently, he can be seen at many different festivals throughout the United States.

  The Stiltwalkers would dance at openings of ceremonies. Legend has it that Stiltwalkers possessed the ability of foreseeing and detecting on-coming dangers advising to stay clear of these situations. Stiltwalkers held a respected status allowing them to make political and religious decisions.

Stiltwalkers in Countries like Senegal – Nigeria – Mali – Gambia – Ghana – Guinea – Carri
they are called – Chakaba belonging to a secret society where membership is by Initiation only!
In the Caribbean they are call MOCKO JUMBIE.

……Watch the Adult Video

……Watch the Kids Video


performance timeslots: 15–30–60 minute sets or more… sets recommended for conventions private parties, special events, school assemblies, birthday parties, weddings, concerts, floor shows, festivals and more

Children's Stilt Dancing Classes

Children’s Stilt Dancing Classes ITEM 13

Children’s programs – Go to Samba Kids Website

Depending on the skill level of each kid, they start to walk by themselves with some assistance. As they progress they learn to walk by themselves which at this time is stage one. In stage two they are instructed to perform a number of tasks while they‘re on the Stilts without assistance. Stage three is where they are put through a number of obstacles in order to improve their balance and agility. Stage four is when they perform in public for the first time with Casa Samba is. All stilts are provided by Casa Samba.

    
N.O.R.D Center 800 Race St.In the Garden District.Children’s Stilt walking Classes Saturdays from 9:30 AM 10 a.m. Samba rudimentary drumming for kids five to eight years old.from nine years old and up Samba rudimentary drumming 10:00 am to 10:30 am.
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sets recommended for conventions, private parties, special events, school assemblies, birthday parties, festivals and more

Drummer-Size

Drummercize ITEM 15

By Master Drummer Curtis Pierre 
Drummer-Size is a unique way to exercise while drumming
Hello everyone I like to introduce you to my new Drum and Exercise program after girl over 45 years I have decided to mix the two of them together to make it work out for anyone whether you are a drummer or a runner stamina flexibility and balance and have a lot of fun doing it I have added weighted sticks to play these drums with if you need some extra conditioning with Your arms upper body in the class you do both plays along with the groove as well as with recorded music Trevor size the new work out for everyone get drum fit with Curtis. Pierre

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timeslots: 15-45 and 60-minute sets or more. recommended for conventions, private parties, special events, school assemblies, birthday parties, weddings, concerts, festivals, and more…………. Check out this new class here is a video

Casa Samba beginner Samba class and more.

Samba Dance ITEM 14

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SAMBA CLASS FOR beginner Classes Brasilian dance classes All the classes are open registration or walk-in are welcomeN.O.R.D Center Tuesday and Thursday 7:00pm – 9:00pm 800 RACE street
INTERMEDIATE and ADVANCE Classes Saturdays 10:30am to 12:00pm Samba Beginner Classes


LEARN TRADITIONAL DANCES & DRUM RHYTHMS OF BRASIL

Brasilian Rhythms like Samba, Samba Reggae, Samba Afro, Barra Vento, Cabula,Vassi, Ilu, Agabi and more Afro-Brasilian Dances; Orixas, Jon-go, Batuque, Cafezal, Maculele


For more info call 504-236-7479
Traditional Brasilian Cultural Dance and Drum Rhythms from Rio to Bahia.
Samba Instruments available for drumming class
Attire: sneakers gym or dance attire, instruments provided.

Classes Taught by BRASILIAN PERCUSSION SPECIALIST Curtis Pierre, Bomani Pierre and Dance Professor his Wife Carolyn Barber-Pierre
Private Classes………(by appointment)

Instruction Fees: Per Class.……..…$10.00
Open registration walk-ins are welcome
Kids under 18 and Seniors free
Discounts and Scholarships available for Students over the age 19-21.

……Watch the Video Beginner
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Recommended for everyone all ages

Afro-Brasilian Teambuilding

Team Building Brasilian Style  ITEM 16

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Build a cohesive work atmosphere 

WHAT IS A TEAM-BUILDING PROGRAM? ……Watch the Team Building Video ….. Mestre Curtis’s featured videos

Team building is an ongoing process that helps a workgroup evolve into a cohesive unit. The team members not only share expectations for accomplishing group tasks but trust and support one another and respect one another’s individual differences.

Every company has dinners, picnics, functions, outings, etc. to bring their employees closer together. One popular way is attending a musical event where everyone participates and has a good time. This event will build self-esteem, comradery, a sense of accomplishment, and more importantly team building!!! Yes, experience all of this while having fun at the same time.

 HOW CAN TEAM-BUILDING HELP YOUR COMPANY?

A process that helps a workgroup evolve into a cohesive unit. Throughout the ages, music has been the bonding agent of all people. The team-building program lets your employees catch the rhythm and carry the beat through drumming. A fun and innovative tribal group experience that strikes a chord with everyone. Absolutely no musical experience is required to participate. A range of drums and percussion instruments transforms team players into musical artists with a powerful message called unity.

HOW DOES THE TEAM BUILDING FUNCTION WORK?

STEP ONE: Team Leader, that is the General Manager or Manager gives a brief introductory speech on essential tools needed for working together in an unorthodox manner each member will have an impact on their team’s success

STEP TWO: After the initial speech of the Team Leader, the master drum instructor gives a brief demonstration of how each instrument is played and what is going to happen when the program starts.

STEP THREE: With the assistance of the percussion instructors, the percussion instruments are distributed to the groups. The groups then are divided into sections. The lead instructor chooses a group leader in each section.

STEP FOUR: A percussion assistant is assigned to a group to begin giving instructions to their assigned group.

STEP FIVE: The groups have a certain amount of time to get learn their parts and a certain amount of time to assemble as a total unit to play their parts together. This gives the effect of deadlines with a challenge. The percussionist assistant remains with the group during the entire period of the program.

STEP SIX: The program will culminate in a number of different directions depending on the number of participants and time allotted. If so desired there can be a competition between the individual groups. for example, if we have 100 people divided into 10 groups and out of the ten groups select the top three to do the performance.

Additional Options
They could be judged for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place awards. The first-place winners would be featured in a performance with CASA SAMBA. This program is very versatile and can be designed to function in most organizational structures.

      It can also include samba dance as well. The dance programs are set up the same as the percussion program. Samba dance instructors are included to assist throughout the program. The dance program will culminate in the same manner as the percussion program. Mardi Gras beads, festive customs accessories, t-shirts, and other memorabilia can be added to make a unique and fun experience. (Up to 250 instruments are available for rent. Additional commemorative lightweight instruments can be purchased when given the proper time to order them. ……Watch the Video

recommendations

timeslots: 60-minute sets or more… sets. recommended for conventions, private parties, special events, school assemblies, birthday parties, weddings, concerts,festivals, and more

Costume special made for you.   

Costume special made for you     ITEM 17

Costume Design with Fresh ideas…..Check out how we do it

We make all our own costumes, for years we have created our own costumes and design now we would like to share the technique of Brazilian style costume making and New Orleans style costume make.Let us come up with some new fresh creative hi dears for your next customized event just because we’ve represent Brazil this does not mean we cannot make costumes from other countries give us a try.


recommended for conventions private parties, special events, school assemblies, birthday parties, weddings, concerts, floor shows, festivals and more.

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