Batuque na Cozinha

Years Active

1998

Genres

samba

Biography

Batuque na Cozinha is a Brazilian samba group that emerged in Rio de Janeiro in the mid-1990s. The group's name was suggested by the renowned sambista Martinho da Vila, who became their patron. Over the years, the group has undergone several lineup changes, with André Corrêa currently leading the ensemble.

Considered one of the respected groups of a new generation of samba musicians, Batuque na Cozinha follows the best traditions of Brazilian music, with a repertoire spanning from Noel Rosa to Zeca Pagodinho. They have garnered a loyal following that fills their performances. In September 2007, the group released their debut CD, "Sorria para o Samba," which received critical acclaim. The album featured special guest appearances by Beth Carvalho, Dudu Nobre, Rogê, Gabriel Moura, Délcio Carvalho, Marcel Powell, and João de Aquino. It also included compositions by Monarco, Mauro Diniz, Délcio Carvalho, and Wanderley Monteiro. Notably, the album featured new arrangements of two classics: "Batuque na Cozinha" by the master João da Baiana and "Anjo Moreno" by the late Candeia.

Batuque na Cozinha has had the honor of sharing the stage with numerous prominent figures in Brazilian popular music (MPB), including Alcione, Beth Carvalho, Martinho da Vila, Mart'nália, Seu Jorge, Bezerra da Silva, Marcelo D2, Monarco, Mauro Diniz, Arlindo Cruz, Nelson Sargento, Wilson Moreira, Wilson das Neves, Walter Alfaiate, Luiz Carlos da Vila, Jorge Aragão, Leila Pinheiro, and Luiz Melodia, among others. They have performed in various renowned venues and participated in numerous cultural projects across Brazil.