CalgarySchoolofSamba

The Calgary School of Samba, founded in 2001 by Malcolm Lim and Barbara Oliveira-Lim, is a funky Brazilian-inspired drum and dance ensemble. The Bateria, or percussion ensemble, performs on traditional Samba percussion instruments including surdos, caixas, repiniques, tamborims, chocalhos, cuicas, and pandeiros. The Passistas, or dancers, perform energetic choreographies that match the beat of the drums. Barbara sings on top of the irresistible beat and draws elements from a range of Afro-Brazilian, Rap, and Reggae songs. The ensemble has performed at the Calgary Stampede, Fiestaval, Lilac Festival, Sun and Salsa, Carifest, and has shared the stage with Jesse Cook at the Jack Singer Concert Hall. The Samba School honors...