Mamba Rumba

Mamba Rumba are versatile enough to suit any event with their accessible, rhythmic and upbeat styles - a repertoire to suit across age ranges and tastes - whilst also able to specialise in Cuban, Latin and Brazilian styles and jazzy sounds.

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Set List / Repertoire

Latin, Brazilian, Salsa & Tex Mex
Guantanamera
La Bamba
Brazil
Tequila
Volare (Gipsy Kings)
Bamboleo (Gipsy Kings)
Macarena
La Cucaracha
Oye Como Va (Santana)
Mambo Italiano
Ceilito Lindo - Ay Ay Ay Ay
Tico Tico
Besame Mucho
Perfidia
Mas Que Nada (Samba)
Lambada
La Cumparsita (Tango)
Lagrimas Negras
Buena Vista Social Club:
Chan Chan
El Cuarto de Tula
El Bodeguero (ChaChaCha)
No Se Lo Que Le Pasa
La Negra Tomasa / Bilongo
Mambo Jambo
Patricia
Sonho Meu
Maracangalha
Marinheiro So
Andrei de Sapato Novo
Corcovado
Doralice
Sway
El Cumbanchero
Urubu Malandra
Eu Luxo So
El Que Sabe Sabe
Lola Catula
Son De La Loma
Corrida
Pantalon Blue Jeans (Flaco Jiminez)
Rosa Maria

Jazz
Take Five
My Baby Just Cares for Me
Charleston
Sentimental Journey
The Pink Panther
In The Mood
The Girl From Ipanema
Stranger on the Shore
Night and Day
Paper Moon
Honeysuckle Rose
Is You Is or Is You Ain't My Baby
Moondance
Don't Get Around Much Anymore
It Don't Mean a Thing If It Ain't Got That Swing
Straighten Up And Fly Right
Flat Foot Floogie
Nuages
Petite Fleur
Swing 39
Songe D'Automne
Desafinado
Bim Bom
Blue Moon
Sweet Georgia Brown
I'm In the Mood For Love
Menilmontant

Boogie, Ska & Calypso
Choo Choo Ch’Boogie
Kansas City
Jump Jive & Wail
Yellow Bird
Don’t Stop the Carnival
Back to Back Belly to Belly
Mary Ann
Jamaica Farewell
Angelina
One Love

Christmas
Jingle Bells
We Wish You a Merry Christmas
Silent Night
O Little Town of Bethlehem
The Twelve Days of Christmas (with actions!)
Hark Now Hear The Angels Sing
God Rest You Merry Gentlemen
Away In A Manger
Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer
Feliz Navidad
Little Donkey
Rocking Around The Christmas Tree
Jingle Bell Rock

Full Biography

Latin & Salsa Duo Profile;
In demand at home and abroad with a growing reputation for serving up quality vibrant music at all kinds of events, Mamba Rumba bring with them upbeat rhythms from Cuba and all around Latin America, the Caribbean and Brazil. They also bring plenty of instruments – guitar, sax, clarinet, flute, banjo, tres (Cuban guitar), cavaquinho (Brazilian samba ukulele), percussion and two voices - combining all this to create a joyously rootsy sound of their own.

Over the last few years they’ve performed in ten European countries. UK festival appearances have taken them from Shetland to Jersey with many more shows in between.

Jazz Duo Profile;
Two excellent musicians and singers, Mamba Rumba create a spirited and entertaining Jazz sound right across the spectrum from the hot & swingin’ stuff to the mellow and laid-back end of the scale. Pete & Frankie also spice up their jazzy mix with tasty Latino rhythms & styles such as mambo, calypso, chacha, bossa nova and rumba.

Alongside their classic duo sound of guitar, sax and vocals, these two versatile players keep the sound fresh & spontaneous by adding clarinet, flute, banjo, Latin American instruments and percussion, bringing something new and unique to complement their treatment of the classic jazz standards and sounds - the influences of greats such as Ellington, Getz, Jobim, Django Reinhardt and Cole Porter can be heard alongside the Buena Vista Social Club, Perez Prado, Compay Segundo and others.

Particularly popular at weddings (either as a reception/background slot to set a great mood, or later for dancing - see the videos!- and at parties because they're so versatile, lively and accessible across age ranges and tastes with a wide repertoire. They also have plenty of experience of playing corporate events as well.

 A glance through their customer reviews will make it clear just how highly recommended they are.

Previous clients and venues include
Hilton Hotel Park Lane; Belfry Golf Centre; Emirates Stadium; Boots PLC; Hard Rock Café; British Medical Association; BBC - opening of  new BBC building; Park Lane Hotel; O2 Indigo; Epsom Derby Day; Doncaster St. Leger; Cork Jazz Festival; Miri International Jazz Festival, Borneo; Hull Jazz Festival; Birmingham NEC; Channel Islands Arts Centres Tour; Dublin Carnival; Royal Institute for Chartered Surveyors; Regents Street Xmas Lights Turn On; Royal Horticultural Society Show.

Mamba Rumba were wonderful, they really made our wedding and all our guests loved them. 
- Madeleine
 
Mamba Rumba were a fantastic addition for our party - they are true professionals and I have no hesitation at all in recommending them
- Nick Mazur

Just to say every one loved Mamba Rumba at our wedding. People thought they sounded like a five piece band !! Very talented musicians and lovely to deal with and they created a lovely fun atmosphere
- J.Robinson

Just quick notes to say how excellent Mamba Rumba were. Everyone thought they were brilliant
- Donna Medway, Director, Medway Resourcing

Just wanted to let you know how fantastic everyone thought Frankie and Pete of Mamba Rumba were at our school fund-raising event.
- Claire

“The sheer enthusiasm and joy of their music, along with their wonderful musicianship and great stage presence combine to create an act that will undoubtedly go down a storm wherever they play”
– Jim McLaughlin, MusicPort Festival Director

Please note: Mamba Rumba are not usually able to take bookings more than 8 months in advance.

Lineup

Default lineup: 2 members

2 piece band: 2 vocals (male/female), guitars, tres (cuban guitar), cavaquinho (brazilian ukulele), saxophone/ flute/ clarinet, percussion & banjo.
* Trio also available with additional percussion (please speak to your agent about this option. The percussionist cannot confirm availability until 2 months prior to the event date).

Performance Times

2 x 45 minutes sets


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2 x 60 minutes sets


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Prices

Price from £465 + travel from East Yorkshire

Based on 2 members performing 2 x 45 minute sets

  • Yorkshire and the Humber From £466
  • East Midlands From £479
  • North West From £479
  • North East From £507
  • West Midlands From £514
  • East of England From £521
  • South East From £528
  • Wales From £528
  • Scotland From £548
  • South West From £548
  • Northern Ireland From £987
  • Republic of Ireland From £987

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50 Customer Reviews

Performance quality: 5 stars
Sound quality: 5 stars
Behaviour: 5 stars
Communication: 5 stars
Audience engagement: 5 stars
Value for money: 5 stars
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So pleased with your performance. Everyone had a fantastic night

5 stars - Mamba Rumba are Highly Recommended
booked Mamba Rumba for their event at Clapham Village Hall in North Yorkshire

“So pleased with your performance at our Village Hall. The hall was packed with all ages and everyone had a fantastic night, so a massive Thank You!”


You were brilliant! You made everything come to life!

5 stars - Mamba Rumba are Highly Recommended
booked Mamba Rumba for their event in Lancashire

“A massive thank you for yesterday; you were beilliant!..You made everything come to life!”


The perfect band for creating a great atmosphere for our wedding!

5 stars - Mamba Rumba are Highly Recommended
booked Mamba Rumba for their Wedding in West Midlands October 2023

“Frankie and Pete were brilliant, they were very communicative and understood our requirements fully. They surpassed all expectations and really got the crowd going, providing a great, fun and lively atmosphere during our wedding drinks reception. The children (and some adults!) were fully engaged, using shakers and playing with the band, it was lovely to watch. The music didn't overwhelm the venue and people were still able to chat over the music. We received numerous compliments from guests regarding the band and they were the perfect addition to our special day. 100% recommend....thanks Mamba Rumba! :)”


Thankyou for your fantastic music, and for the great memories!

5 stars - Mamba Rumba are Highly Recommended
booked Mamba Rumba for their event in North Yorkshire

“Just a note to say thank you to you both for your fantastic music at Scarlette’s party! She had a wonderful afternoon! ...Thank you again for the great memories! x”


Brilliant evening. superb musicians, too busy dancing to take photos!

5 stars - Mamba Rumba are Highly Recommended
booked Mamba Rumba for their event in London

“Mamba Rumba were fabulous. Created an amazing atmosphere that we were dancing to. I don’t know how they do it as there was just the two of them and the sound was brilliant. A Spanish guest also said how wonderful they were. They adapted to our schedule which changed owing to a little problem in the kitchen! No problem for them they seamlessly carried on and finished the party on a perfect note.”

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