Tuesday 22 October 2013

De Palo en Palo - letras resource

I have just stumbled upon this incredible Italian resource for flamenco letras.

http://depaloenpalo.wordpress.com

Letras are divided by palo and region with multiple examples given in both text and audio. Even if you don't understand Italian, the information is clear with letras written in bold or italicized text and audio provided by youtube clips. Often a discography or links for further study are listed at the bottom of a palo's page.

A very in-depth look into cante flamenco. Ole!

(If you just attended Stephanie Pedraza's tangos cante workshop, there's a page all about Tangos de El Titi, including the videos she referenced of Miguel Poveda and Esperanza Fernandez - http://depaloenpalo.wordpress.com/2012/10/05/tangos-de-sevilla-tangos-de-el-titi-de-triana)

Monday 14 October 2013

FLAMENCO...AS DANCE, MUSIC, and LITERATURE!

ON SUNDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2013, from 3:00 to 5:00, Susan MacGregor will be hosting a book launch and reading from her debut novel, The Tattooed Witch, at Audrey's Books, 10702 - Jasper Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta.

FEATURED will also be a performance by flamenco dancer, Jane Ogilvie and flamenco guitarist, Nyles Varughese.

OPEN and free admission to the PUBLIC, with coffee and refreshments to follow the reading and performance.

About The Tattooed Witch: "When Miriam Medina and her father are accused by the Inquisition of murdering a high priest, Miriam knows justice is impossible. Their accuser, the Grand Inquisitor, is in fact, the real murderer. Miriam's only hope is to resort to her long dead mother's magical legacy: the resurrection of the dead through a magical tattoo."

Set in a world very much like Spain in 1550, psychically gifted Miriam Medina narrowly escapes the Inquisition, only to run head-long into her mother's people. Within their midst, she finds her destiny through magic, love, and flamenco.

Monday 9 September 2013

Flamenco Workshop with Stephanie Pedraza - Oct. 19/20 2013

I'm excited to announce that flamenco artist Stephanie Pedraza will be returning to Edmonton on October 19th and 20th for a weekend of classes in flamenco dance and song.

Click here for more information.

Flamenco classes - New session October 2013

The registration information for Jane's upcoming flamenco session is now available.

Levels offered
  • Introductory level
  • This class is for those with no previous flamenco experience and beginners who haven't learned Tangos por Fiesta. 
  • Level I Bulerías
  • For students with a little flamenco experience who are ready to move beyond Tangos.
  • Level II Soleá
  • For students with at least one session of 12 count behind them.
  • Level III Soleá por Bulerías
  • Formerly level II/III, aimed at the intermediate student.

Regular classes begin - Oct 4th.
Registration deadline - Sept. 27th

For more information please visit the website:

Flamenco Classes with Jane Ogilvie

hope to see you there!

Wednesday 19 June 2013

UPDATE flamenco workshop with Deb Ibach 2013


Classes to be located at:
Dance Unlimited Studios #201, 4935 – 55 Avenue
(click here for map)

June 21 (Friday): 
6:30 - 7:30pm - Beg/Int 
7:30 - 8:30pm - Int/Adv
8:30 - 9:30pm - Bata de cola 

June 22 (Saturday): 
11:00am -12:00 - Beg/Int
12:00 - 1:00pm - Int/Adv
01:00 - 2:00pm - Bata de cola

June 23 (Sunday): 
4:00 - 5:00pm - Beg/Int
5:00 - 6:00pm - Int/Adv
6:00 - 7:00pm - Bata de cola

Classes are tentatively planned for the following week June 24 – 28
also at Dance Unlimited, 1830 – 2130hr – to be confirmed)

Class Pricing: $20/hr set of 6 classes: $110

Beginner/Intermediate level
Note: Previous flamenco experience is required.
Technique
Choreography (Zapateado)

Intermediate/Advanced level
Technique
Manton
Choreography (Solea)

Bata de Cola
Targeted to the dancer at Intermediate level or higher.
Technique
Choreography (Cantiñas)

Previous bata experience not required. Content tailored to needs of the class. Note: although it is obviously preferable to have a bata, it is not a requirement for the class. If you do not have a bata, try bringing a regular pair of sports ankle weights to the class (as they are useful to increase strength and simulate the weight of the bata).

For further information/questions: dmibach@gmail.com

posted on behalf of Deborah Ibach

Wednesday 12 June 2013

Flamenco Workshop with Deborah Ibach 2013


June 21,22, 23 (Fri/Sat/Sun)
and continuing through the week of June 24 - 28

Beginner/Intermediate level
Note: Previous flamenco experience is required.
Technique
Choreography (Zapateado)

Intermediate/Advanced level
Technique
Manton
Choreography (Solea)

Bata de Cola
Targeted to the dancer at Intermediate level or higher.
Technique
Choreography (Cantiñas)

Previous bata experience not required. Content tailored to needs of the class. Note: although it is obviously preferable to have a bata, it is not a requirement for the class. If you do not have a bata, try bringing a regular pair of sports ankle weights to the class (as they are useful to increase strength and simulate the weight of the bata).

Stay tuned - class times, location and prices to be finalized soon. dmibach@gmail.com

posted on behalf of Deborah Ibach

Wednesday 17 April 2013

Flamenco Classes - New Session May 2013

The registration information for Jane's upcoming 6 week session of Friday night flamenco classes is now available.

Levels offered
  • Introduction to Flamenco
  • This class is for those with no previous flamenco experience and beginners who haven't learned Tangos por Fiesta. 
  • Beginner/Intermediate technique and compas
  • A mixed level class to improve palmas, arms, hands, feet, and movement

Regular classes begin - May 3rd.
Registration deadline - April 29th.

For more information please visit the website:

Flamenco Classes with Jane Ogilvie

hope to see you there!

Monday 14 January 2013

Flamenco Classes - New Session Feb 2013

The registration information for Jane's upcoming session of flamenco classes is now available.

*NEW* this session
One day Introduction to Flamenco
February 1st, 6:30 – 8:00pm
Registration deadline - January 28th.
This class is for those with
no previous flamenco experience.

Regular classes begin on February 22nd.
Registration deadline - February 8th.

For more information please visit the website:

Flamenco Classes with Jane Ogilvie

There you will find information about my background, teaching philosophy, classes and the upcoming February classes.

Thursday 3 January 2013

Dancers wanted - Feb 2013

We are looking for a flamenco dancer/dancers who could possibly help with a fundraising event for our school trip to Nicaragua. The students will be participating in building of a house in Cinco Pinos.

We will be hosting an evening of entertainment on February 23. The evening will consist of a silent auction, live art, entertainment and and a cash bar. We would love to have a flamenco dancer (s) to come and show of the beauty of Flamenco. We will have approximately 200 guests so it is also a great opportunity to promote yourself.

If you are interested please please contact Tara at
tcandido4@gmail.com

posted on behalf of Tara Candido