Paprika

• Dawn Drake - bass, vocals
• Kim Garey - drums
• Terry Dame - saxophone, vocals
• Viva DeConcini - guitar, vocals
• Robin Burdulis - percussion, vocals
• Pamela Fleming - trumpet
• Vanessa Roe - vocals

Páprika is an all-female group that performs dance music from around the globe. From a central core of Brazilian and Caribbean repertoire, through intoxicating forays into music of the Mediterranean, Near and Far East and Africa to rocking originals Paprika creates a shimmering web of language, melody and rhythm that is continually unexpected and irresistibly danceable. We are available to perform as a full six or seven piece band (vocals, saxophone, trumpet, guitar, bass, percussion and drums) or as an ensemble performing Batucada (marching Brazilian samba drum corps) in full carnival style costume, perfect for parades. We can also tailor repertoire specifically to your theme party or holiday event.

• Cuchillo - Felix Chapotin
• Lilli - Greek traditional
• Mania - Rita Lee
• Women of Earth - Paprika
• Chantez Chantez - Amadou & Mariam
• Marif Nash - Natasha Atlas
• Haitian Medley - Haitian traditional
• Girl in a Boat - viva DeConcini
• Spooky
• Zombie Jamboree
• Monster Mash
• Season of the Witch - Donovan
• Dance Dance Dance - ESG
• Mesopotamia - B52's
• Never on a Sunday
• Black Orpheus - Jobin
• Volte
• Chan Chan - Buena Vista Social Club
• Val Carretero
• La Vie en Rose
• Represent
• Esas Emocoes
• Queenies Jam
• Saravah
• Suave
• El Negro

Anniversaries, Awards Nights, Bachelorette Parties, Banquets, Birthday Parties, Casinos, Christmas Parties, Clubs, Coffee Shops, Community Events, Conventions, Corporate Functions, Country Clubs, Cruise Ships, Dinner Dances, Festivals, Fund Raisers, Funerals, Graduation Parties, Grand Openings, Hotels, Jingles, Movie Soundtracks, Picnic, Private Parties, Proms, Resorts, Restaurants, Reunions, Showers, Ski Lodges, Sorority Function, Studio Session, TV Soundtracks, Weddings

• On the scale of 1 to 5, Paprika was a 10. The band's talent, professionalism, flexibililty, flair, and sense of fun made our party memorable for everyone. Also, the Gigmasters site was a great find. Thanks. -- Sarah R, Stamford, CT, 9/15/2007
• My party was called "World Spice" so their act fit right in. A friendly group of talented musicians. They interacted well with the crowd, had everyone dancing and smiling. Their costumes and stage presence made for an enjoyable show. Their unique mix of music represented many types of world music, Brazilian, Carribean, African and more. -- Peter C, Bridgewater, NJ, 6/23/2007
• Paprika not only got every one up and dancing they entertained. The music was great. Not your traditional cover band. Their international music mix was a hit with attendees actually applauding. They truely enjoy performing and we could not have asked for a more enjoyable band. -- Ric B, Brigantine, NJ, 5/20/2006

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