Sketches of Flamenco - Dec. 1, 2012

Showcasing guest Vancouver artist Stephanie Pedraza, Chufla - arteflamenco presents Sketches of Flamenco an intimate evening of live flamenco dance, guitar and song.

The show features an inspiring collaboration between flamenco artists from Vancouver, Calgary and Edmonton. Guitarist David Matyas accompanies singer and dancer Stephanie Pedraza and dancers Francesca Canalizo, Jane Ogilvie and Maria Regnier as the group brings their years of dedication to this passionate art form to the stage.

Saturday December 1, 2012
7:30pm, doors at 7:00 (general seating)
Concessions and Bar service

Expressionz Cafe
9938 - 70th Avenue, Edmonton
Free parking at adjacent Real Canadian Wholesale Club
(please do not park in front of the cafe)

Tickets - $25/advance - $30/door (cash only)
advance tickets available at

http://yeglive.ca/events/sketches-of-flamenco/dec-1-2012/expressionz

You can securely purchase on-line and receive your e-tickets immediately by using Visa, MasterCard, PayPal, or INTERAC Online.

For more information about the show and the artists involved
www.sketches-flamenco.blogspot.ca

Juerga - and farewell to Irena Dumicz

Flamenco students, teachers, artists and aficionados are invited to join us for the next flamenco jam on Friday October 19th at 8:00.  Irena Dumicz is leaving Edmonton for a new adventure at the end of the month so come on out and enjoy a flamenco night with her before she leaves.

Bring your palmas, short dance steps, full choreographies, letras, falsetas ... some or all of the above ... but mostly your energy!

For all you singers, a reminder that Nyles would be happy to have a preview of any letras that people want to share so he can get a head start on accompanying them.

Beginner student?  Come and meet other community members and practise your palmas.

The cost is $5 each.  All are welcome. Same location as last time (note the new time!), please rsvp to Jane  (janeogilvie at mail dot com)

Stephanie Pedraza workshop - Nov 30/Dec 2 2012

I'm excited to announce that flamenco artist Stephanie Pedraza will be returning to Edmonton on Nov 30th for a weekend of flamenco dance and song including a performance and workshop.

Click here for more information on the workshop.


The performance “Sketches of Flamenco” will take place on Dec. 1st at Expressionz Cafe. The show will feature Stephanie, myself (Jane Ogilvie) and Calgary artists David Matyas, Maria Regnier and Francesca Canalizo. Stay tuned for more information in the coming months.

Flamenco Classes - New session October 2012

The registration deadline for Jane's next session of flamenco classes is Friday, October 5th. 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 session beginning October 12th.

Letras website

Thanks to Flamenco Regina's new website, I have just come across an incredible website resource for letras.

http://www.bottegaflamenca.it

Under "per tutti" (for everyone) on the left hand side, there are two links:

"Repertorio Flamenco" - links to some pages already listed here on flamencoedmonton and, when you scroll down, it also lists letras grouped by melody. If you click on the name of each singer (in green) it will take you to the audio of the letra listed below it.

"Discografia Flamenca" - links to a list of CDs.  Click on the titles and you can open a word document with all of the letras.

Juerga! September 28th, 2012

Flamenco students, teachers, artists and aficionados are invited to join us for a flamenco jam on Friday September 28th at 7:30.

Bring your palmas, short dance steps, full choreographies, letras, falsetas ... some or all of the above ... but mostly your energy!

The cost is $5 each.  All are welcome. For location please rsvp to Jane  (janeogilvie at mail dot com)

Calgary International Flamenco Festival - September 23– 29, 2012

World-class performers ignite the 2nd annual Calgary International Flamenco Festival from September 23– 29, 2012.

A week-long celebration of flamenco music, dance, passionate expression and innovative performances – this is the flamenco event of the year. Bringing together top Spanish artists with Canadian performers, the festival features workshops and concert events including the breathtaking dancer from Madrid, Manuel Liñan on September 28th 8 pm, at the University Theatre.

Also coming from Spain are Guitarist Liron Man and Elena Morales, featured in “Concierto Flamenco” on Monday September 24th. Highlights include guest Canadian dancer Maria Regnier and fusion of the unique melodic percussion instrument: the Hang Drum. In the “Flamenco Showcase” on Saturday September 29th, many talents from around the province unite in a dynamic collaborative performance at the popular downtown venue, The Auburn.

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Dr. Compás Flamenco Metronome App

Dr. Compás is a metronome app which uses real palmas & cajon to create rhythm tracks with adjustable tempos. Includes a range of common palos with an "improvise" function which gives a dynamic feel. Great for practicing singing, dance, palmas & guitar.

Flamenco Music Encyclopedia with Audio Clips

Radiolé's stellar site "Flamenco de la A a la Z" is a treasure trove of information and audio clips for various palos and subforms.

Flamenco Dresses and Skirts for Sale

Hello fellow flamenco dancers :) it's been a while since I've danced and it's time that someone make good use of these beautiful dresses and skirts that I had.  All skirts and dresses fit a size 8 to 10 (ish) - but can be easily adjusted.  I am asking for $50.00 a piece or best offer.  If you're interested drop me a line at sara.s.michel@gmail.com

Cheers

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Flamenco Workshop - Deborah Ibach - June 2012

Flamenco workshops with Deborah Ibach:
June 20, 21, 22  (W/Th/F)  and
June 26, 27, 28   (T/W/Th)

Beginner – Intermediate (1st hour each day):   
New this year !
For the Beginner to Beginner-Intermediate level dancer.
Note: Some previous flamenco experience is required.
Technique / Choreography (Colombianas)

Bata de Cola workshop (2nd hour each day):
Targeted to the dancer at Intermediate level or higher.
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).

Intermediate-Advanced  Technique/Choreography 
(3rd hour each day):
Technique (feet, turns, coordinating arms+feet, etc) / Bulerias de Jerez

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Performance: Flamenco guitarist Micah Turchet, March 24, 2012

Don't miss this Edmonton performance of upcoming Alberta flamenco guitar talent Micah Turchet.

This coming Saturday, Micah Turchet, Darryl Matthews, and Nek Trio will be performing at:

Cha Island Tea Co.
10332 81 Ave. NW (Edmonton, AB)
(780) 757-2482

Saturday, March 24, 2012; 8 pm
Advance Tickets - $8
At the Door - $10

Micah has most recently performed in Calgary for the Fiona Malena Flamenco por Flamenco fundraiser and will be traveling to Jerez de la Frontera this fall to study with Manuel Lozano (El Carbonero) for two months.

Stephanie Pedraza workshop - deadline looming

A reminder that the registration deadline for the March 31st/April 1st workshop with Stephanie Pedraza is this coming Monday, Feb. 27th.

Please Note: In the case that you are not able to attend the whole workshop there is the option to pay per class (the Feb. 27th deadline still applies).

Click here for more information.

Stephanie Pedraza workshop - Mar 31/Apr 1 2012

I'm excited to announce that flamenco artist Stephanie Pedraza will be returning to Edmonton on Mar 31st and Apr 1st for a weekend of classes in flamenco dance and song.

Click here for more information.

Lorca works translated into English

www.poetryintranslation.com has an entire listing dedicated to Lorca's works translated into English. Including:

"Selected Poems, Lectures on The Duende, Deep Song, and Lullabies,
his plays Blood Wedding, Yerma, The House of Bernarda Alba, and Doña Rosita the Spinster and the Language of Flowers, his Impressions of Granada of 1918, and Holy Week in Granada of 1936."

link to the Lorca page here

Quote of the day - flamenco style

Looking for another flamenco fix? I just came across this lovely site:

http://flamencoquoteoftheday.blogspot.com

featuring...a flamenco quote of the day! It seems a new one is posted faithfully every day. Many posts are letras but I have also seen some colloquial sayings, excerpts from books and interview responses too.

Beginners Dance Classes - Jan 2012

New Beginners course starting Wednesday January the 11.

There is a new course for beginners only. Classes start at 6.30 at la Girandole inside la cite Francophone. For more details contact Esperanza at 780 267 5962 or check website http://www.flamencoesperanza.com

Flamenco classes - New session January 2012

The registration deadline for Jane's next session of flamenco classes is Monday, January 23rd. 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 session beginning January 29th.