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Discover Our Premier Samba Band

At Red Stone Audio, Nossa Samba stands as Huntsville’s premier Brazilian Bossa Nova band, featuring talented musicians who share a deep passion for the rich rhythms and harmonies unique to samba music. We blend authentic Brazilian sounds with soulful vibes to create a truly captivating musical experience.

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Our Sound

Specializing in Bossa Nova, Nossa Samba infuses classic Brazilian styles with jazz and soul influences. The result is smooth, expressive music that moves effortlessly between subtle groove and vibrant energy—perfect for listeners who appreciate rhythm, melody, and sophistication.

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Meet the Musicians

Sharla Bell – Flute/Vocals

  • Years Active: 10
  • Genres: Classical, Jazz, Broadway, Soul, Blues, Pop, Salsa, New Age
  • Other Bands: Latin Rhythms
  • Languages: English, Spanish
  • Final Note: “Thank you, may I have another?”

Sandford “Sandy” Roll – Flugelhorn/Trumpet

  • Years Active: 35
  • Primary Genre: Jazz
  • Performance Credits: Bill Watrous, Sandy Weltman, Lamar Harris
  • Other Bands: Stanley Dan Project, Genesis Jazz Project
  • Final Note: “Please Be Nice”

Billy “Billy B” Bargetzi – Trombone

  • Years Active: 30
  • Genres: Jazz, Classical, Funk, Rock, Ska, Chamber, Concert
  • Notable Acts: The Temptations, The Four Tops
  • Fun Fact: Fluent in Pig Latin
  • Final Note: “Is that enough?”

Patrick C. Sullivan – Trombone

  • Years Active: 21
  • Genres: Classical, Rock, Funk, Jazz
  • Performance Credits: Ron Wilkins, Kid Rock
  • Other Bands: Bone Yard Project, Steely Dan Project

Steve Motz – Saxophone

  • Years Active: 45
  • Genres: Jazz, Rock, Classical, Country
  • Other Bands: Steve Motz Quartet, Mambo Gris Gris, UAH Faculty Jazz Ensemble
  • Final Note: “Good luck!”

Devere Pride – Upright Bass

  • Years Active: 40+
  • Genres: Jazz, Classical
  • Performance Credits: Ellis Marsalis, Victor Goines, Richie Cole
  • Other Bands: Devere Pride Trio, Huntsville Symphony Orchestra
  • Quote: “In classical music there's a certain sound that is expected. In jazz, it's more about developing an individual sound.”

Tom Branch – Drums

  • Years Active: 46
  • Genres: Jazz, R&B, Latin, Reggae, Broadway
  • Performance Credits: Dave Liebman, Ellis Marsalis, Melora Hardin
  • Other Bands: UAH Faculty Jazz Ensemble, Josh Couts Quartet

Pete Harrison – Piano

  • Years Active: 43
  • Genres: Jazz, Rock, Pop, Classical, Latin, Broadway
  • Performance Credits: The Mills Brothers, Helen Reddy, King of Thailand
  • Languages: Italian, French, Japanese, some Spanish, and Portuguese
  • Final Note: “Plink, Plink, Plink… Cm7 C#o7 Bb6 — Bb13”

Stan Lee – Guitar / Band Leader

  • Years Active: 30
  • Genres: Jazz, Brazilian, R&B, Rock
  • Other Bands: Stanley Dan Project, Rocket City Jazz Orchestra
  • Final Note: “Keep Playing”
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Unforgettable Live Performances

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