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About Joana Ministro Bossa Samba Group

Joana's Samba Group takes you on an exotic trip to Rio's samba mixed with the romantic Bossa Nova. An experience that you won't forget!

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Brazilian band

London

Public liability insurance of £10 million

The Joana Ministro Samba Group is a Brazilian music project that plays styles such as Bossa Nova, Samba, Choro, and MPB. This vibrant ensemble brings the warm sounds and tropical rhythms of Brazil to its audience. This Samba Group is able to offer a different ensemble and set, according to the atmosphere of your event. Whether it is a more intimate and romantic setting, or an energetic and flirtatious one, we are as refreshing as a caipirinha! Joana Ministro Samba Group is eager to please and to provide a lively and warm-hearted performance. Joana Ministro is a portuguese singer and songwriter that specialises in brazilian music. She is currently based in London after graduating from BIMM Institute. Her influences come from various Brazilian and Jazz singers. During Joana's set you can hear a range of compositions from João Gilberto, Tom Jobim, Chico Buarque, Dorival Caymmi, Toquinho, Djavan, Rogê, amongst others.

Joana Ministro Bossa Samba Group

5 out of 5

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5.0

Professionalism

5.0

Communication

5.0

Punctuality

5.0

Joana Ministro Bossa Samba Group's Reviews

5 out of 5

Joana and her band were brilliant and really made our wedding day! They were very flexible in playing at both the ceremony and the reception, with a mixture of Brazilian and international music. Us and all our guests really enjoyed their sets. We hope to see them again some time!

Reply from Joana Ministro Bossa Samba Group

24 days ago

Dear Alan, Thank you so much for your review! We are so happy and lucky to have been part of your special day! We really enjoyed playing at both your ceremony and reception, and love to hear that all of your guests enjoyed the music! Hope to see you soon and that you're both enjoying married life to the max!!

5 out of 5

Fantastic, highly talented band, super professional - the perfect experience from enquiry right to the performance. We booked the 4-piece band for out private party for three hours of Bossa Nova, Samba and MPB, and they delivered everything we asked for and more. Joana was in contact with me well before the event to discuss our favourite music style, songs, timings and setting, dress code. Everything was thoughtfully planned in advance so we could just relax and enjoy on the night. The sound quality was outstanding in our outdoor setting and even our friends who didn't know anything about Brazilian music absolutely loved it and asked for the playlist afterwards. We can't recommend them highly enough! Five stars!

Reply from Joana Ministro Bossa Samba Group

2 years ago

Dear Eva, Thank you so much for your review and for having us! We had a fantastic time performing for you and your guests, it was an absolute pleasure! We were delighted to watch you and your guests dancing to different Brazilian songs and rhythms! We will hopefully have the honour to perform again for such an enthusiastic crowd in the near future! Thank you!

This lovely trio performed on the hotel's terrace in the afternoon, during our afternoon tea service. The weather was not great. However, this trio managed to bring some sort of warmness and happiness to our guests, some of our guests even sang along to some of the songs. Everyone agreed it was a delightful afternoon and they had a lot of fun and felt pleasantly relaxed while listening to the music. We will definitely hire them again when they are in Portugal.

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Joana Ministro Bossa Samba Group's Song list

Bossa Nova & Samba

Mas que Nada

Agua de Beber

One Note Samba

Girl from Ipanema

No more Blues

Aguas de Marco

Wave

So Danco Samba

O Pato

Doralice

Flor de Lis

Trem das Onze

Coisinha do Pai

No meu Rio de Fevereiro

A Nivel De…

Canto de Ossanha

Regra Tres

Ver o Mar

Rosa Morena

Suingue de Samba

Falsa Baiana

Isto aqui, o que e

Essa moça ta diferente

Nao Deixe o Samba Morrer

Eu vim da Bahia

Ela Desatinou

Pra que discutir com madame

Formosa

Berimbau

So vai de Camarote

Remedio pro Veneno

Tiro ao Alvaro

The Island

Madalena

Voce ja foi a Bahia

E Luxo So

Se eu Soubesse

E Preciso Perdoar

Retrato em Preto e Branco

Sonhos

Minha Palhoca

Apaga o Fogo Mané

MPB

Carolina

Sei la a Vida tem sempre Razão

Deixa pra La

Lounge

Deixa Acontecer

Meu Poeta

Burguesinha

Amiga da Minha Mulher

O Calhembeque

Veja bem meu bem

Sorri, Sou Rei

A Voz

Morena

Baba

Pop

Don’t go Yet

Señorita

Smooth Operator

Ain’t no sunshine

Use me

Valerie

Just the two of us

Billie Jean

Nature Boy

Sunday Morning

Wearing Out My Shoes

I Wanna Be Like You

Really Love

Feel Like Makin’ Love

Jazz

You don't know what Love Is

Blame it on my Youth

There will never be another you

It could happen to you

I remember you

My Funny Valentine

Body and Soul

They can't take that away from me

You'd be so nice to come home to

I get along without you very well

Old Devil Moon

Love walked in

Summertime

Night and Day

East of the Sun

But Not for Me

Everything happens to me

Under a Blanket of Blue

Fly me to the Moon

Come fly with Me

After You've Gone

Just Friends

All of me

Bye bye Blackbird

In a Mellow Tone

What is this thing called love

-We are able to include pop/jazz tunes in our Brazilian set, and also accept requests.

Joana Ministro Bossa Samba Group's Prices

Note: prices may vary based on travel distance. For an exact quote, click “Check availability”.

Performance duration	Price
Up to 1 hour	£599
Up to 2 hours	£749
Up to 3 hours	£899

Customer questions

What do your clients love most about your performances?

The spirited, romantic and exotic vibe that we are able to convey during our performances. We are always able to provide an unforgettable show, where guests praise our energy.

Which artists have you been most influenced by?

João Gilberto, Tom Jobim, Chico Buarque, Dorival Caymmi, Toquinho, Djavan, Rogê, Chet Baker, Stan Getz, Ella Fitzgerald, Dinah Washington, Bill Evans, Paul Desmond, Dexter Gordon...

Do you have different line-up options?

Our line-up is as follows: Trio: Vocals + Guitar/Cavaquinho + Percussions We also offer the possibility of a Duo or Quartet: Duo: Vocals + Guitar/Cavaquinho Quartet: Vocals + Guitar/Cavaquinho + Percussions/Drum kit + Bass. For more options please contact us to discuss further details.

What if my timings change after I've booked you?

We always try our best to be as flexible as we can, ensuring that your event runs as smoothly as possible. If timings change slightly in the run-up to the event just let us know as soon as possible, and we will do our best to accommodate your needs.

Can you provide an iPod/DJ service before and between your sets?

We have a selection of the best Brazilian music to keep the mood going between our sets. This service is free of charge.

How much time do you need to set up?

We usually set up about 1 to 1.5 hours before our performance. As soon as the PA is set up, we can provide a free playlist to help set the mood and get your guests ready for our live performance!

Can I pick the songs you play from the set list?

We want you to be happy, and to also ensure that your guests are enjoying themselves and having an amazing time. Therefore, we are happy to discuss the songs on the set list prior to the event.

Is all of the equipment (e.g. PA & lighting) included in your quote?

Our PA system is based on individual amplifiers, which can be used in an intimate setting for up to 50 people. For bigger events please contact us to discuss further details.

Can you learn song requests before the event?

We are happy to take most song requests for free. However, depending on the song requested and its complexity, we might add an additional cost.

Musicianship

Genres:

Bossa nova, Brazilian music, Samba

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Types:

Brazilian band, Samba band

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Event types:

Hotel / Restaurant event, Wedding, Wedding proposal, Bar / Club / Venue event, Private event, Corporate event, Concert, Recording session, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve

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