Paraiso and the BBC Symphony Orchestra

Paraiso's 1st Director Damien gave a samba percussion workshop to the BBC Symphony Orchestra in November and, later in the week, he gave a public workshop - all as part of the BBC's South America Week at BBC Maida Vale Studio 1.

Paraiso's best ever parade at Notting Hill Carnival

Paraiso opened the Notting Hill Carnival with its best parade ever winning 2nd place overall, 2nd best float and, again, best samba group.

Thames Festival Paraiso with float and over 100 in costume

"I was down there by chance and saw the big Paraiso banner, and was completely captivated... wonderful entertainment...I was spellbound."

Rio awards for Paraiso
for linking the samba communities of Rio and London.

Video
1,500 views/month on Paraiso's video page - check it out.

Paraiso in Chianti, Italy!
We added sparkle to the Samba Incontro at Chianti on 9-10 June.

Paraiso on Paul O'Grady show

Paraiso appeared with Barbara Windsor & Jools Holland on the new Paul O'Grady show 2 April 2007.

Paraiso at Emirates for Brazil v Portugal

Paraiso took Brazil's other passion to the VIPs at Emirates Stadium on 6 February ... and at least the samba was a winner!.

Estácio de Sá on parade

Our Mestre Esteves led Estácio de Sá's bateria in a spectacular performance in the 'Grupo Especial' at 2007 Rio Carnival.