Sunday 14 October 2007

"Flamenco Abajo" - Flamenco Jam Nov. 17

Join us for a participatory jam to share, experiment, encourage, and support Flamenco friends. You can expect Sevillanas, por fiesta Tangos & Bulerias, & ...?

This is a privately-held event open to all members of the Flamenco community who would like to contribute the jam by dancing, singing, playing music or palmas. Dancers - all levels are welcome. In order to build a more intimate circle, we request that only guests who will be actively participating in the jam attend this particular event.

RSVP required for all guests - contact by email or phone to be added to the guest list. Also, if you have questions about the event, please feel free to send an email or call.

Date: Saturday, November 17, 2007
Time: 7:00
Email: flamencoedmonton at telus dot net
Phone: Elysia @ 434.1125
Location: Millwoods

Wednesday 10 October 2007

Oscar Nieto Flamenco Workshop - Oct. 15

Buleria por Fiesta with Oscar Nieto, teacher and performer from Vancouver. One night only - don't miss out! Learn the basics of the improvisational art of Bulerias: where the entrada fits in with cante, paseo and buleria marcaje, and when to exit; all this in compas to the Buleria rhythm. Encourage your fellow dancers with jaleo and understand the artful basics of Jerez soniquete...

Level: Intermediate/Advanced
Price $90.00/plus studio fee
Date: Monday, October 15, 2007; 6:00pm-9:00pm
Location: Strathcona School of Dance
Street: 8111 - 43 street
Host: Kim Macedo
Phone: 780.504.3723
Email: korathi@hotmail.com

Monday 8 October 2007

Downloadable MP3 Collections

A new series of Flamenco MP3 collections is now available from Flamenco.ca, home of Flamenco Beat internet radio. Download collections of contemporary Bulerias, Tangos, and Sevillanas. Samples are available on the site.

Saturday 6 October 2007

Concert - Juan Martin, Oct. 20

London-based Flamenco guitarist Juan Martin will be performing at Festival Place in Edmonton on October 20, 2007 at 7:30 pm, joined by a female singer and male dancer. More info here. If you can't get to the Saturday night performance, there is also a performance in Calgary on the 19th - see the Flamenco.ca listings for more info.