Gonville Hotel & repmusic presents 'Cores do Samba' The South American Way - A Celebration Of Female Brazilian Artists

Come and be transported to a night of classic Brazilian music and delicious food!

Cores do Samba will explore the uplifting rhythms of Samba, Bossa Nova and MPB - Brazilian Popular Music - celebrating a show that highlights the contributions of women, from pioneers to contemporary stars, showcasing the strength and diversity of their styles and musicianship.

Starting from the great names of Bossa Nova, Nara Leão and Astrid Gilberto (“The Girl From Ipanema”), moving forward to the female artists of the MPB (Brazilian Popular Music) such as Elis Regina, Joyce, Tania Maria, Leila Pinheiro. The show will include a special tribute to the legendary singer Carmen Miranda with the renowned songs “South American Way” and “Chica Chica Boom Chic”.

The band is fronted by Caru Lins, who has been on the stages of the world's most prestigious venues in the UK, such as London’s Ronnie Scotts, Spice of Life, and Pizza On The Park. The line up is completed by some of Cambridge’s best Jazz Musicians, Vicki Kenny on piano, Giulio Lampronti on double bass, Les Cirkel on drums, Micky Astor on guitar, and Paul Stubbs on trumpet.

Tickets include a 2 course meal and arrival drink.

‘We came out of the Hotel and danced our way down to the car park. We haven’t enjoyed an evening out as much in a while. Definitely a five star rating!

Dining arrival time 6:45pm - 7pm

Ticket only arrival time 7pm - 7:15pm

Escape to Rio - Gonville Hotel 2023