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California
Concha Vargas / Santa Cruz
July 13th - August 11thFlamenco Romantico presents Concha Vargas: Baile & Palmas: Group Classes
Santa Cruz County
The Studio
2800 S. Rodeo Gulch.
Sat. July 13 through Fri. July 26 & Aug.5 - 11
Private and semi-private classes with Concha Vargas are available at our Hidden Valley studio (Soquel) from June 18 - 21 and from July 13 until Aug. 12. A daily technique class will be offered in addition to other group and private classes.
Contact Flamenco Romantico: 831-477-2825.
The class schedule and rates are below.
July 13 & 14 - each day
1:00-2:00 PM - Palmas
2:15-3:13 - Technique
3:30 - 4:40 - Dance
July 15 - 26 - Classes held at The Studio in Soquel (weekend hours may be changed).
6:00-7:00- Beginning/Intermediate baile
7:00-8:00 - Technique
8:-9:00 - Choreography
In order to accomodate La Romera's students, we have switched the times of Concha's Saturday classes in Soquel so that they will not conflict with La Romera's Saturday classes. The new class time for Saturday classes in Soquel (Santa Cruz County) are:
Saturday July 13, 2002
4:00-5:00 PM - Palmas
5:15-6:15 - Technique
6:30 - 7:30 - Dance
Please register early; and please let me know which classes you are planning to take. If classes are 10 people or under the location will be moved to our Hidden Valley Studio (at our home).
Prices are as follows (based on Arte Flamenco prices):
1-4 classes $30.00 per class
5-9 classes $25.00 per class
10-14 classes $20.00 per class
15-19 classes $19.00 per class
20-24 classes $18.00 per class
25-29 classes $17.00 per class
30 or more classes $16.00 per class
House Concert in Soquel (Santa Cruz County)
Saturday July 27, 2002. Concha Vargas, Curro Vargas, Rafael Romero, Marianna Mejia, Federico Mejia. $50/per person in advance, $55/per person at the door, includes Potaje.
Contact Flamenco Romantico: 831-477-2825
The Flamenco Romantico Academy of Gypsy Flamenco Arts is honored to offer workshops and a House Concert with master teacher Concha Vargas, direct from Sevilla, Spain, in her second California visit.
Concha Vargas is coming back to Northern California June 16. This time she is bringing her family (husband Rafael, sons Curro and Quintin and daughter Carmen). They will stay until August 14. Concha's schedule so far is as follows:
Performance in Santa Clara: Celebracion Flamenca, Sunday June 23, 2002 2 PM, Santa Clara University, Louis B. Mayer Theater, Santa Clara then Meet & Greet the Artists and Students 4:30 pm. Contact Arte Flamenco: (408) 971-2783
Monday, June 24 begins 2 weeks of group classes by Concha Vargas at the Roundhill Dance Studios, 2892 Homestead Rd,. Santa Clara, Contact Arte Flamenco: : (408) 971-2783 for times and prices.
Private classes with Concha are also available in both Santa Clara and Santa Cruz, depending on the date. Schedule with Concha Vargas when she arrives June 16 (she may be reached or get messages at 831-477-2825.). For private classes in Santa Cruz with Concha beginning June 18, you may schedule in advance (starting May 13) through Flamenco Romantico.
Cante: Concha's husband, Rafael Romero will give Cante classes - Cante Hondo: Siguiriyas, Soleares, Malaguenas, and Fandangos. Classes will include history, interpretations, and distinctions of local. Please call for schedule.
Hear Rafael Romero sing at the Arte Flamenco Show Celebracion Flamenca, Sunday June 23, 2002 2 pm, Santa Clara University, Louis B. Mayer Theater and at our July 27, 2002 House Concert in Santa Cruz. Private and group classes available.
House concert in Soquel (Santa Cruz County)
Saturday July 27, 2002. Concha Vargas, Curro Vargas, Rafael Romero, Marianna Mejia, Federico Mejia. $50/per person in advance, $55/per person at the door.Contact Flamenco Romantico: 831-477-2825
For those who want to camp as our guests on our property during any of our Flamenco events, cost is $15/person, kitchen and bathroom use included. Reservations must be made in advance. We can also provide you with a list of motels.
Concha Vargas Torres
Concha Vargas Torres was born into an old Gypsy family in the town of Lebrija in Andalucia, southern Spain. As a child she was surrounded by the music of many of the great artists of that day who were close friends of her father, QuintÃn Vargas. Frequent visitors to her home included Juan Talega and Antonio Mairena, whose knee she remembers sitting on as a child. Concha's family is directly related to both of the two great Gypsy singing families, the Pinini's and the Peñas. Her heritage is the pure Gypsy Flamenco that is the root of her dynamic, fiery style.
Concha debuted at a young age as a dancer in the Gazpacho de Morón in the company of such diverse and great artists as Diego del Gastor, Chocolate, Terremoto and the incredible sisters of Utrera, La Fernanda and La Bernarda. In 1974 she debuted in Madrid at Los Canasteros at the side of Manolo Caracol and danced as a partner of El Guito. From there she became the dance partner of Mario Maya and performed with him in his work Camelamos Naquerar, touring Europe and part of the Americas with him in 1976. Her work with Mario Maya in Ay Jondo, in 1980 is documented in the Rito Y GeografÃa del Baile video collection series (#4). During this period, Ms. Vargas also performed in the great festivals of Spain with many great artists who are now history.
In 1986 Ms. Vargas went to India to dance for Indira Gandhi. When the Gypsy community went to Rome to receive an audience, Concha was invited to dance for the Pope in the Vatican.
Ms. Vargas continued to dance in many of the European countries with guitarist Pedro Bacan and other members of the great Pinini family, performing the show Los Pininis.
She has continued to give performances and dance workshops internationally as well as throughout Spain.
Concha Vargas took a break from her busy schedule to birth two sons and a daughter who now also play music and dance in the family tradition.
Ms. Vargas currently teaches full classes at La Carboneria in Seville and repeatedly travels to Japan, Germany, Italy and France to give dance performances and workshops to her continually growing number of dedicated students.
Concha performed with Miguel Funi, La Bernarda, and others in the Bienal 2000 inSevilla and was dubbed by the press the Queen of Seville (La Reina de Sevilla) following that performance.
In November 2000 Concha toured part of United States with Macanita and Curro Fernandez. She performed and taught in New York, Chicago and Albuquerque. She also toured and taught with this group in France and Japan.
In March of 2001 she performed as a guest artist in Jerez with the major dance artist Antonio El Pipa and was called La Reina de Jerez (the Queen of Jerez) by the newspapers there. Her success, since her reemergence into public life, continues to skyrocket. Judging from press reviews, interviews, and the demand for herperformances and workshops, Concha Vargas' pure Gypsy style of Flamenco has become legendary in her own time.
The Flamenco Romantico Academy of Gypsy Flamenco Arts is honored to offer workshops and a House Concert with master teacher Concha Vargas, direct from Sevilla, Spain, in her second California visit.
Flamenco Romantico
Marianna & Federico Mejia
http://www.flamencoromantico.com/
Hidden Valley Road
Soquel, CA 95073, USA
Tel: (831) 477-2825 Fax: (831) 477-2819
E-mail: LaMarianna@aol.com
New World Flamenco Festival / Irvine
August 10th - August 18thFlamenco Classes with Juana Amaya
Flamenco 1 Beginning/Intermediate flamenco technique Taught by Juana Amaya
3 sessions
Saturday August 10 1-2:30pm
Sunday August 11 12-1:30pm
Monday August 12 6-7:30pm
Juana Amaya will focus on strengthening techniques for taconeo (footwork) and compas (rhythms) for beginning and intermediate students with at least 1 year of experience.
Location: Orange Coast College 2701 Fairview,
Costa Mesa CA
Dance Studio B; PhysEd Bldg, next to Parking Lot A
Cost: $30 per single session
$50 in advance for 2 sessions
$75 in advance for 3 sessions
Flamenco 2 Intermediate/Advanced choreography
Taught by Juana Amaya
3 sessions
Saturday August 10 2:30-4pm
Sunday August 11 1:30-3pm
Monday August 12 7:30-9pm
In 3 sessions, this workshop will focus on fiesta-style Bulerias and Tangos, while Ms. Amaya shares with her students her flamenco expression and style. She will choreograph segments of each style useful for dancers in a juerga environment.
Location: Orange Coast College 2701 Fairview, Costa Mesa CA Dance Studio B; PhysEd Bldg, next to Parking Lot A
Cost: $30 per single session
$50 in advance for 2 sessions
$75 in advance for 3 sessions
Flamenco Classes with Andrés Marín
Flamenco 3 Beginning/Intermediate flamenco technique
Taught by Andrés Marín
2 sessions
Saturday August 17 1-2:30pm
Sunday August 18 12-1:30pm
This workshop focuses on technique and form in relationship to modern flamenco. Andres imparts his knowledge of the cante (singing) in all his classes, and this level is also recommended for more advanced dancers and as a warm-up for the following choreography class.
Location: Orange Coast College 2701 Fairview, Costa Mesa CA
Dance Studio B; PhysEd Bldg, next to Parking Lot A
Cost: $30 per single session
$50 in advance for both sessions
Flamenco 4 Intermediate/Advanced flamenco technique
Taught by Andrés Marín 2 sessions
Saturday August 17 2:30-4pm
Sunday August 18 1:30-3pm
Using the style of Solea por Bulerias, Andrés Marín demonstrates his sophisticated understanding of remates and pellizcos (personal touches) in modern day flamenco. A must for all serious flamenco dance students.
Location: Orange Coast College 2701 Fairview,
Costa Mesa CA
Dance Studio B; PhysEd Bldg, next to Parking Lot A
Cost: $30 per single session
Flamenco Classes for Kids
Flamenco Percussion for Kids
Taught by Caminos Flamencos
1 session
Sunday August 11 1-2:30pm
An introductory class for children 6-10 to learn basic rhythms and vocabulary. The class includes hand-clapping (palmas), basic footwork (taconeo), and a look at the cojon, a wooden box used in flamenco. The kids will learn how to put all of these elements together to create a flamenco experience. Participants should wear hard-soled shoes that are supportive to make noise - no tennis shoes!
Location: Irvine Barclay Theatre - onstage
4242 Campus Drive in Irvine
Cost: $5 - limit 50
Introduction to Flamenco Dance for Kids
Taught by Caminos Flamencos
1 session
Wednesday August 14 4-5pm
An introductory dance class for kids 8-12 to learn simple flamenco steps, rhythms and combinations. This class is taught by several members of Caminos Flamencos Dance Company onstage at the Barclay, and is perfect for kids who want to try something new and experience being onstage.
Location: Irvine Barclay Theatre - onstage
4242 Campus Drive in Irvine
Cost: $10 - limit 40
Flamenco Music - Master Class
Flamenco Cante - Master Class
Taught by Manuel de La Malena
Saturday August 10 12:30-2pm
Manuel de la Malena, lead singer with Yaelisa & Caminos Flamencos, will teach a one-day workshop for aspiring and professional singers in the styles of bulerias and tangos. Manuel, a native of Lebrija, Spain, is a patient and generous teacher who explains clearly the letras (verses) and the vocalization needed to sing flamenco. Guitarists wishing to understand letras are welcome to join this class.
Location: Irvine Barclay Theatre - onstage
4242 Campus Drive in Irvine
Cost: $30 in advance
$35 at the door
Flamenco Guitar 1 - Master Class
Taught by Jason McGuire "El Rubio"
Saturday August 15 12-2pm
Jason McGuire is the Musical Director of the New World Flamenco Festival and has performed and studied classical, jazz and rock music. This class is open to all guitarists and focuses on flamenco technique and composition for the intermediate to advanced student, with original falsetas taught and analyzed.
Location: Irvine Barclay Theatre - rehearsal room
4242 Campus Drive in Irvine
Cost: $30 in advance
$35 at the door
Flamenco Guitar 2 - Master Class
Taught by Canito
Saturday August 17 12-2pm
Antonio Suarez "Canito" is the musical director for the Andrés Marín Company and will teach a technique class for advanced or professional guitarists. This class is not open to beginners.
Location: Irvine Barclay Theatre - rehearsal room
4242 Campus Drive in Irvine
Cost: $30 in advance
$35 at the door
Flamenco Dance Classes with Defne Enc / San Francisco, Berkeley
August 24th - September 12thFlamenco Dance Classes with Caminos Flamencos in August/September
San Francisco Dance Center, 26 7th Street/Market in San Francisco
Defne Enç, just returned from Spain, will be teaching at the San Francisco Dance Center for four weeks from August 20 to September 12. The beginning technique class will meet twice a week, Tuesdays 6:00-7:00 and Thursdays 8:00-9:00. In addition she will be teaching a bata de cola technique class Tuesdays 7:00-8:00.
Ashkenaz, 1317 San Pablo/Gilman in Berkeley
In the East Bay she will be teaching a four week workshop at Ashkenaz, Saturdays from August 24 to September 21 (excluding September 14). Classes are $12/hour. To reserve your place in these classes or for more information, call Defne at (415) 290-4345 or email her at d_enc@hotmail.com
Flamenco in the Redwoods / Mendocino
August 25th - September 1stFlamenco in the Redwoods
August 25 - September 1, 2002
Flamenco in the Redwoods returns this August for a fourth season that we envision being as fun and informative as the past three sessions. A week long gathering of singers, dancers and musicians at all levels of expertise interacting to create a complete flamenco atmosphere that includes professional daily instruction, impromptu nightly fiestas and performances on the weekend. With an expanded schedule of music and dance instruction and six new instructors from Spain joining La Tania and three other artists teaching new repertoire along with the same great catering staff preparing three gourmet quality meals a day your week is sure to be a memorable experience. Some of the 300 past participants may find themselves in the new photo album on our web site at http://www.latania-flamenco.com; check out how much fun you can have during a week at flamenco camp and then read further for more information on what to expect and how to join us.
Location
The Mendocino Woodlands Event Center is set amidst the Big River redwood forest less than ten miles from the coastal village of Mendocino, California. San Francisco is a three-hour drive to the south by way of highways 1, 128, and 101. Transportation is not provided in the price of the workshop but a shuttle from the San Francisco or Oakland airports can be arranged during registration.
Accommodations
Dance classes will be held in a large (28X60) studio with sprung wood floor and mirrors. All other instruction will be held in smaller studios, the main lodge or various outdoor locations around the camp. Lodging is on the premises, camping among the trees and meadows in tents, R.V.'s or rustic redwood sleeping cabins that sleep two to four, each with a balcony and fireplace.The cabins have cots with mattresses but bedding for cool summer nights and a battery operated lantern and/or flashlight will need to be brought by participants. Hot water bathhouses are conveniently located around the camp. Another option is to take advantage of more luxurious lodging in the seaside village of Mendocino. The main lodge at the center will provide three catered meals daily with food and drink for snacking available most of the day. Our caterer uses organic foods with a menu tailored to the appetite of the active yet is considerate of all diet types. Evening gatherings for music and dance will take place in a forest amphitheater with a large fire pit and wooden stage for performance. A small but complete flamenco apparel and accessory shop will be open adjacent to the dance studio. The camp includes miles of hiking/biking trails and a pristinecoastal river for swimming or relaxing on the beach.
Class Descriptions
Baile (dance) This season we are offering eight different dance classes.Two one hour sevillanas classes, beginning and intermediate; three levels of one hour classes of bulerias for both juerga and performance. The technique and repertoire classes are combined this year into one daily two hour class at each level. Monica will teach beginning with a tangos repertoire, La Tania is the intermediate instructor with a solea repertoire and El Junco will be teaching tientos and tangos in his advanced class. All of the tech/rep and bulerias classes will include one of the guitar instructors for accompaniment and the intermediate and advanced tech/rep classes will also be accompanied by one of the singing instructors. A unique opportunity to study flamenco as it is performed, with guitar and singing accompaniment.
Toque (guitar) Both levels include three hours of instruction in two sessions daily. Beginning classes by Mark Taylor include technique and repertoires of tangos and bulerías. Guitar instructor Jose Luis Rodriguez from Spain will conduct the inter./adv. classes that will include technique and repertoires of solea, tientos, tangos and bulerias.
Cante (singing) Cristobal Carrasco Fernandez and David Palomar will conduct the singing classes which will focus on each of the different songs from the repertoires of the dance and guitar classes. The cante classes are also recommended for students that want to learn the palos (styles) used in flamenco.
Palmas (rhythm) Two levels of instruction taught by the dance instructors will focus on the different palos (rhythms) of flamenco and how to support the cante and baile.
Cajon (percussion) El Junco will be teaching flamenco accompaniment on the cajon (box) at two different levels in two one hour classes daily . Cajones are limited, students are encouraged to provide their own.
Castañuelas (castanets) Beginning and intermediate level classes on the techniques and use in dance of this uniquely Spanish instrument.
Flamenco Ensemble... This class, led by Chus Alonso of the group Potaje, is for intermediate and advanced instrumentalists. This class will focus on interpretations of flamenco styles with an emphasis on the study of compás, traditional melodies and forms as well as playing specific musical arrangements. The ability to read music is desirable for this class.
The Instructors
The Dancers
La Tania
La Tania began her professional career at age seventeen dancing in Mallorca,Spain. From there she moved on to dance as a soloist in the major tablaos of Madridand tour the world with some of Spain's most renowned flamenco companies, including Paco Peña and Mario Maya before starting her own company in Madrid in 1991. In her ninth season of touring in America she has already been awarded numerous Choreographer Fellowships from the CAC and the NEA as well as the Isadora Duncan Dance Award for her "Sonidos Negros". In 1997 La Tania created "Abrazo", a suite of dances based on the Cantes de Ida y Vuelta. After six months of performance and development in Tokyo, Japan, La Tania returned to take "Abrazo" on a five-week national tour that culminated with a one-week residency at the Joyce Theatre in New York. In 1999 with support from the James Irvine Fellowships in Dance, the John Simon Guggenheim Foundation and the NEA La Tania created "Passage of the Muse", taking it on a ten week international tour. La Tania continues to present new work annually.
Juan Jose Jaen Arroyo (El Junco)
Artistically known as El Junco, he began performing at the age of ten around the province of Cadiz where he was born. At the age of 15 he was awarded second honor as the most promising young flamenco dancer in a competition organized by the state of Andalucía. In 1991/02 he received a scholarships to study in the Jeréz school of Fernando Belmonte where he began his studies with maestro Manolo Marín with whom he studied for five years. El Junco has also studied with others including Antonio Canales, Javier LaTorre and Belén Maya. In 1993 and again in 1995 he won first prize in dance competitions in Huelva and Cadiz. After starting to work internationally he became part of Ballet Cristina Hoyos in 1997. In 1998 he appeared with his own group in Festival of Dance in Florence and in 1999 at Casa Patas in Madrid. In March 1999 he performed solo work in Teatro Central in Sevilla in the festival "Flamenco Viene del Sur". He has performed on national and foreign television with dancer Carmen Giraldez touring in the group Pureza de Cai. Currently he is called upon for workshops throughout Europe and continues as a soloist in Ballet Cristina Hoyos.
Monica
Flamenco dancer and instructor, Monica has toured internationally with the renowned María Benitez for six years. Along with her touring schedule, she teaches master classes and gives lecture-demonstrations. She has performed in many fiestas throughout southern Spain, as well as La Bienal de Arte Flamenco and La Feria de Sevilla. Her choreographies and style are influenced by her studies with many renowned Flamenco artists including Ciro, Antonio Canales, Mario Maya, Juana Amaya, Farruquita, and Belén Maya.
Alicia Adame
Dancer Alicia Adame began her flamenco career with the Jose Greco Spanish Dance Company, performing throughout the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. She has studied flamenco and classical Spanish dance in Spain with Ciro, Elvira Andres and Yolanda Heredia and in the United States with Conte de Loyo, Sara de Luis, La Tania and Yaelisa and is a member of Yaelisa's Caminos Flamencos.
The Singers
David Palomar
Born in the barrio of La Viña in Cadiz he started in the flamenco world at the age of 16 in the tablaos and peñas of Cadiz. In 1995 he was awarded top honors for best performance in the 17th National Cante Competition for his Alegrias and performed with the group El Barrio and the company of Manuel Morao. In 1996 he formed the group Levantito with whom he recorded and performed as lead singer until 2000. In 1999 he performed with the companies of Javier Barón, Fernando Romero and Isabel Bayón performing throughout Europe. That same year he collaborated as guest artist in the recording "Mal de Amores" with the group El Barrio. Since 2000 he has accompanied numerous dancers, such as Alejandro Granados, Rafael Campallo, El Junco, Farruquito, Rafael de Carmen and toured throughout Spain with pianist and composer Manolo Carrasco in the show "Al-Andalus". He has toured the U.S. with the companies of Carmen Cortés and Manuel Solér. David also has collaborated on recordings with José Merce and Macanita. Since 2000 he has performed internationally with Ballet de Cristina Hoyos.
Cristobal Carrasco Fernandez
Born into the heart of a gypsy family and developing an interest in flamenco singing at a very young age, Cristobal began appearing in various peñas around Huelva. He matured as a professional singing for dance in the flamenco tablao "El Cordobés" in Barcelona. He has since toured France, Japan, Germany, Portugal, Mexico and Holland. He has appeared in various television programs accompanying various renowned dancers. His theater debuts was in Sevillas Lope de Vega under the direction of José Galvan and has also appeared in the theaters Maestranza and Imperial in Sevilla. He has appeared at Casa Patas in Madrid, Los Gallos and El Arenal in Sevilla. In 1997 he traveled to Holland in the company of Curro Velez in the show "Fiesta Gitana". 1998 saw Cristobal touring various countries in the company of Javier Barón with whom he also participated in the Bienal de Sevilla. He has accompanied various renowned dancers over the years including Anna María Bueno, Concha Vargas, El Mimbre, El Toleo, Lole Flores, La Debla, etc. and continues to be a principle singer in Ballet Cristina Hoyos.
The Musicians
Jose Luis Rodriguez
Born in Ceuta, he began studying guitar in Huelva at age nine in the Peñas flamencas of that city. From the age of 15 he studied as the favorite student of maestro Mario Escudero. In concert he has performed in numerous countries such as Belguim, Holland, Italy, Morocco, England, Uruguay, Argentina, Mexico, the United States and other countries. He has accompanied numerous popular flamenco singers and dancers such as La Niña de la Puebla, Carmen Linares, Jose Mercé, Fosforito, Manolo Marín, María Pages, Isabel Bayón, etc. In 1987 he composed "Andalusí" and in 1990 premiered his work in concert. In 1991 he composed the music for "A Contratiempo" for Manolo Marin's company. In 1993 he became a member of the Ballet Cristina Hoyos. In 1994 he composed the obra "Horizontes" and in 1995 the suite "La Hacedora de Suenos". In 1996 next to director and composer Vicente Sanchis, Jose created the group "Gavia". Among his numerous prizes those that stand out are ones obtained in the 1984 Bienal de Sevilla and in 1989 and 1990 he took first prize and gold medal in Hospitalet. In 1995 he appeared in Felix Grande's book "Agenda Flamenca" as one of the twenty best guitarists of Spain. In 1998 he composed the music for the obra "Ultimos Combates en Lepanto" and for the show "Callejuelas del Poniente". In 1999 he participated in the series "Flamenco Viene del Sur" next to artists Hiniesta Cortes, Manuela Rios, El Junco and Juan Ogalla. Currently he is recording as a soloist and continues to be a member of Ballet Cristina Hoyos as guitarist and composer.
Antonio Sosa
Born in Huelva Antonio began studying guitar with his father and then Nino Miguel from whom he learned the raw style that characterizes his playing. In 1998 he participated in "Callejuelas del Poniente" accompanying the composer Jose Luis Rodriguez. He has played for singers such as El Cabrero, Arcangel, Montero, El Brujo etc. and dancers El Junco, Hiniesta Cortes, and Cristina Hoyos. He has participated on the recordings "Un Dialogo Sin Artificios" by Cabrero and "Me Enamore de Sevilla" by Montero. Since 1999 he has been a member of Ballet Cristina Hoyos.
Mark Taylor
Mark is an international recording artist and performer specializing in flamenco and Spanish classical music. He performs throughout the west coast as a soloist as well as in ensemble with such notable flamenco dance companies as "La Tania", "Sangre Brava""Las Ramas" and "Aire Flamenco" Mr. Taylor studied flamenco guitar extensively in Spain over a period of thirteen years learning the art of solo guitar as well as accompaniment of song and dance style. He has studied in Seville, Granada, Jerez, and Madrid with such great artists and teachers as Mario Escudero, Carlos Heredia "El Carbonero", Roman Martín, and at the famous Amor de Dios dance studio.
Jesus "Chus" Alonso
Flautist and composer, Chus was born in Zamora, Spain, and currently lives in the San Francisco Bay Area. He is the musical director of Potaje, a musical ensemble that blends Flamenco with Cuban Charanga music and jazz. Potaje is one of the leading voices of today's Flamenco fusion scene. Currently, Chus also plays Cuban Charanga music with Orquesta la Moderna Tradición. In the past, he has played in Flamenco and Cuban music ensembles such as Conjunto Céspedes, Aidavú, Orquesta Ritmo y Armonia, La Tania Flamenco Music & Dance, Rosa Montoya's Bailes Flamencos, Fuego Vivo, Teatro Flamenco, and others.
Workshop Fees
The base price for the one week workshop is $725. This includes food, lodging, and four hours of instruction daily. Additional classes can be included at a rate of $20 per hour with a fifteen percent discount if added during registration. A non-refundable deposit of $100, due with registration, is required to reserve a space. The balance of fees are due by the first of July. Enrollment in the workshop is being limited in order to keep the class sizes intimate so early registration is recommended. Special registration is being offered to flamenco instructors that sign up with at least five of their students. Guests not taking classes must register and attend with a full paying student and pay $375 for the week. Guests for Saturday nights dinner & performance must pre-register with a $50 fee before August 15th. Call (707) 459-6592 for more information.
Registration Form
Please fill out the form below, indicate your class schedule and return with your deposit to:
La Tania P.O. Box 367 Willits, CA 95490
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Please make checks payable to La Tania.
If you wish to pay by credit card please complete the form below.
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The $100 reservation deposit is non-refundable.
The remaining workshop fee is non refundable after August 1st.
A packet of detailed information about the workshop will be sent to all
participants. Instructors and classes are subject to change without notice.
Please highlight or circle classes and times below to indicate your schedule
Baile (Dance)
Beginning Technique & Tangos_________________9:00-11:00
Intermediate Technique & Soleá_________________12:30-2:30
Advanced Technique & Tientos/Tangos____________4:00-6:00
Bulerias (Dance)
Beginning (Monica)___________________________2:45-3:45
Intermediate (La Tania)________________________6:15-7:15
Advanced (El Junco)_________________________11:15-12:15
Sevillanas (Dance)
Beginning____________________________________6:15-7:15
Intermediate________________________________10:15-11:15
Palmas (Rhythm)
Beginning (Monica)_________________________11:30-12:30
Intermediate (La Tania)________________________3:15-4:15
Castanuelas (Castanets)
Beginning___________________________________12:45-1:45
Intermediate_________________________________9:00-10:00
Cante (Singing)
Tangos/Bulerías_______________________________4:45-5:45
Soleá/Bulerías_________________________________3:30-4:30
Tientos/Bulerías______________________________12:30-1:30
Toque (Guitar)
Beginning Rep/Tech_________________________10:45-12:15
Beginning Rep/Tech___________________________1:45-3:15
Inter/Adv Rep/Tech__________________________9:00-10:30
Inter/Adv rep/Tech____________________________5:45-7:15
Cajon (Percussion)
Beginning__________________________________12:30-1:30
Intermediate/Advanced________________________9:00-10:00
Ensemble (Instrumentals)
Session 1___________________________________10:15-12:15
Session 2_____________________________________3:30-5:30
Please indicate below if you have a cabin preference:
Choice A______ Choice B______Choice C_______
Please list cabin mate preferences below:
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La Tania
Flamenco Music and Dance Company
Tel (707) 459-6592
Fax (707) 459-3310
Web Page: http://www.latania-flamenco.com
Flamenco Dance Workshops with Monica / San Francisco
September 30th - December 15th
Flamenco Dance
Technique & Choreography Workshops
Taught by ~ Mónica
Fall Workshop 2002
Mondays, September 30 ~ December 16, 2002
(12 week Workshop)
6:00 - 7:00 p.m.~ Introduction to Flamenco
7:00 - 8:00 p.m. ~ Beginning II
8:00 - 9:00 p.m. ~ Intermediate/Advanced
* Live guitar accompaniment for all classes.
Singing accompaniment for the last class.
Fee for workshop (12 classes) ~
Pre-registration (Must be received by September 20) ~ $100
Registration after September 20 ~ $120
Drop-in fee ~ $12
Visa & MasterCard accepted!
* Missed classes may be made up in another level.
Class size is limited. Pre-registration is recommended.
San Francisco Dance Center
(New Location)
26 7th Street at Market Street, 5th Floor, San Francisco
Bart Stop: (Civic Center) ~ Muni Stop: (Civic Center)
For more information ~ (415) 330-9075
E-mail: Info@flamenco-dance.com
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Described as, "technically brilliant," by Dance Magazine, Mónica is an experienced, professional Flamenco dancer and instructor who along with her touring schedule, teaches master classes and gives lecture-demonstrations. She has performed in many fiestas throughout Southern Spain, including La Bienal de Arte Flamenco and La Feria de Sevilla. Her choreographies and style are influenced by her studies with many renowned Flamenco artists such as Eva "La Yerbabuena", Ciro, Antonio Canales, Mario Maya, Juana Amaya, Farruquita, Belen Maya & others.
Monica
Flamenco Dance Performance & Instruction
http://www.flamenco-dance.com
info@flamenco-dance.com
(415) 330-9075
P.O. Box 460541
San Francisco, CA 94146-0541
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