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Wellington Batucada is a percussion group based in Wellington, New Zealand that focuses on playing carnival style music from Brazil, in particular, samba from Rio de Janeiro and samba reggae from Salvador.

Formed in November 2001 to participate in the 2002 Cuba Street Carnival, Wellington Batucada has since developed strong links to the community in and around Wellington.

History
Founder Stephen Templar experienced Samba drumming while in the UK, and upon his return to Wellington formed Wellington Batucada in November of 2001 with the intention of performing in the 2002 Cuba Street Carnival parade.