Mamba Rumba

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.