Our Beats and Beyond

Photography by Nori Burhan for Notting Hill Carnival Celebration To mark the 60th anniversary of Notting Hill Carnival, a photographer and content creator joined us at rehearsal to capture behind-the-scenes moments as we prepared for one of the biggest dates in the Batala calendar. It was a relaxed but focused session, with the usual mix of rhythm, movement, laughter and concentration that comes with getting Carnival-ready. Being filmed in rehearsal gave a really nice glimpse

Nervous about your first samba-reggae rehearsal? Here is exactly what happens when you pick up your sticks and find your pulse with Batala London.

Coming together for a photo! At Batala London we are always learning, not just as players but as a band and as a family. Lorenzo arrived last Saturday and Bastian came earlier this year. Both travelled across Europe to lead rehearsals, share knowledge and sit with us. Lorenzo brought stick practice, a new tune and leadership in the band. Bastian showed us how to care for our drums, proper tuning to strong technique. This kind of sharing runs deep. Coming across Europe to supp