Batalá New York is the premier all-women, Black-led, percussion ensemble, activating partnerships, community building, and cultural awareness, bringing high-energy performances to the people of New York City through an engaging blend of cultural education and joyous entertainment.

We are an all-volunteer, non-profit, 501c3 organization. 

Batala New York is one of approximately four Batala groups that are all women and women-led. Our music, instruments and costumes are primarily from Salvador da Bahia in the northeast of Brazil.

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