Marcus Santos is a collaborator and an honored instructor for Timbeleza, graciously passing down the music of Brazilian traditions.  Please check out his site. A contemporary percussionist and educator, Marcus is a native of Salvador city in Bahia, Brazil. Having been raised in the uniquely rich African-influenced culture of Bahia, Marcus has passionately committed his life to the study, preservation and teaching of Afro-Brazilian music and heritage. Marcus lives in Boston, MA currently, and works with various Samba schools around the country, including Pittsburgh, Cleveland, Boston, and Wyoming.  Marcus does not regularly appear with Timbeleza, but we are working towards having performances with him, as well.

Brasil in Pittsburgh: Arrepia Brasil and GlobalPittsburgh.

Please check out Carla Leininger's Global Beats!

Curious about samba dance steps?  There are some tutorials available that'll get you set up for the next samba event:
  Basic Samba Step
  Samba Axe Step

You can hear Brazilian Radio Hour broadcasts here.  You may listen to the program any time you want!

Lilly Abreu frequently collaborates with Timbeleza.  She is a popular music artist and opera singer from Rio de Janiero, Brazil

Kenia is a Brazilian jazz singer, and an occasional collaborator with Timbeleza.

Machete is a Puerto Rican Bombo and Plena group in Pittsburgh that's well worth a listen.

Afrika Yetu is a Pittsburgh icon in the world of ethnic percussion.  They also collaborate with Marcus Santos for their annual Drum Talk event.

Carlos Peña is a member of Timbeleza, and a darn fine guitarist in his own right.

Check out Duke's Myspace Music site.

Sambátuque is a Brazilian influenced rhythm group in Flagstaff, Arizona, founded in part by Dan McMillan.

Curious about the history of Samba?