WHAT TIME IS IT!!!! -- It's BIENAL Time!

Andalusia is the birthplace of flamenco and Seville offers some of the region's most celebrated performances, so it makes sense that this charming city in southern Spain hosts the art form's most important event - the Bienal de Flamenco, September 13 to October 15.

This year the 14th edition of the Flamenco Biennial will be a tribute to dance which will be showcased in 29 flamenco shows - almost one every night during the month-long festival. Flamenco greats and their companies performing include: celebrated dancers/ choreographers Cristina Hoyos, Belén Maya, guitarist and singer Diego Carrasco and acclaimed guitarist José Antonio Rodríguez. Kicking off the festival on September 13 will be "Andalucía, Flamenco and Humanity," directed by Mario Maya. The Ballet Flamenco de Andalucía under the direction of Cristina Hoyos takes the stage with "Romancero Gitano" on September 14 and 15. "Arena" and Tábula rasa," the latest choreography by Israel Galván (winner of last year's prestigious National Dance Award) will be presented September 15 and 17 and his newest piece, "La Francesa" on the 16th. Other noteworthy works on the program are: Belen Maya's "Sketches" (9/22), Mercedes Ruiz's premiere of "Juncá (9/24 & 25), Joaquin Grilo's "A solas" (10/3) and Eva Yerbabuena's "Spindle of Memory" (10/6 & 7)." Large-scale shows include: "Women of Lorca," by Carmen Cortés (9/27 & 29) and "Gitanas" with La Farruca and Pilar Montoya (10/13 & 14).

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LA BIENAL DE FLAMENCO ULTIMA LOS DETALLES DE LOS ACTOS CONMEMORATIVOS QUE SE PRESENTAN EN ESTA EDICIÓN

La Gala de inauguración, El Homenaje a Granero y la Gala de Clausura forman parte de las obras asumidas como propias por la Bienal

La Bienal de Flamenco consume sus últimos días de preparación para poner en marcha la decimocuarta edición. A escasos cinco días para su comienzo se ultiman los detalles del programa general y, de forma especial, los de los actos conmemorativos que se presentan en esta ocasión. ...

(Foto: Domingo González, director de la Bienal de Flamenco)

Esencia Flamenca Show in Long Beach

October 15, 2006
1 - 5pm

Esencia Flamenca Dance Company's
Annual Fundraiser at 324 Redondo Ave, Long Beach

Esencia Flamenca Dance Company is a non-profit organization that serves the Southern California area and is dedicated to promoting the art of Flamenco to its community. Esencia Flamenca does this by hosting performances by local artists, holding workshops, and doing out reach programs to new audiences. All of these activities and goals take money. For this reason we are holding a Fundraiser October 15th at the McDowell School of Dance in Long Beach (324 Redondo Ave) from 1pm to 5pm.

Our goal is to raise $5000.00 to help us with our operating costs. The costs include expenses such as studio rentals, fees paid to musicians for rehearsals and performances, advertising costs, insurance, storage, a new stage, and sound system.

The fundraiser is going to be an experience you will greatly enjoy. There will be live performances by Esencia Flamenca Dance Company members, a fundamental Flamenco class taught by Sarah Parra (rumbas), a silent auction, prize drawings, and food and beverage. We are limited to 50 guests so please purchase you tickets in advance. Tickets to the event are $25. Tickets can be purchased by emailing esenciaflamenca@hotmail.com or sarahparra@1esencia.com.

If you cannot make it and wish to make a donation, please call 562-761-1618 or email us at the above email address.

Thank you in advance,
Esencia Flamenca Dance Company
324 Redondo Ave, Long Beach. CA 92647
562-761-1618

IN SANTA BARBARA & LOS ANGELES -- Workshops with Carmen de Torres of Sevilla

"Carmen de Torres of Sevilla
will teach three workshops in Los Angeles
and Santa Barbara.

Don't miss this opportunity to study song and dance with this extraordinary teacher!"

SANTA BARBARA
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 14TH, 2006

LOCATION: Santa Barbara Recreation Center
100 E. Carrilla St.
Santa Barbara, CA, 93101

TANGOS (Intermediate)
10:00 - 11:30
BULERIAS POR SOLEAR (Advanced)
11:30 - 1:00
SINGING
1:00 - 2:00

LOS ANGELES
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 15 12 - 4 PM

LOCATION: Universal Dance
6009 W. Olympic Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA. 90019

TANGOS (Intermediate)
12 - 1:30
BULERIAS POR SOLEAR (Advanced)
1:30 - 3:00
SINGING
3:00 - 4:00

$25.00 one workshop
$22.00 two workshops
$20.00 three workshops

Cash, Check or Credit Card (Mastercard or Visa)
For information or to register please contact Alexandra King
(805-687-8823) or email: alexandra@alexandraking.com.

For questions about workshop content, please contact Carmen at:
carmendetorre@arrakis.es.

FOR PRIVATE LESSONS WITH CARMEN, PLEASE CALL TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT: (805) 687-8823.

Santa Barbara Flamenco Festival

Carolina Lugo Performance & Class Schedule

Carolina Lugo Performance Schedule
Oakland Scottish Rite Center
presents

Carolina Lugo's Brisas de España Flamenco Dance Company

featuring Principal Dancers: Carolina Lugo and Carolé Acuña
Singer: Paco Albaiz
Guitarist: David Mc Lean
Date: September 23rd
Time: 8:00 PM

China Tour ~ October 2006
Hangzhou Opera & Dance Company and The Government of China
present

Carolina Lugo's Brisas de España Flamenco Dance Company in
"Carmen" by Bizet

featuring Carolina Lugo, Artistic Director-Dancer-Choreographer
Carolé Acuña, Principal Dancer-Assistant Choreographer

~ Special Announcement ~
Award Winning Artistic Director, Carolina Lugo has been honored to receive the prestigious 2006 Arts and Culture Award from the Arts and Culture Commission of Contra Costa County for her outstanding contribution to the arts and culture and the significant impact that she has had over a prolonged period on the county and in her community.

~ Classes ~
New Classes in OAKLAND!
with Master Teacher ~ Carolina Lugo at

KIDS-N-DANCE
3841 Mac Arthur Blvd., Oakland, CA
("The Laurel District" )

Thursday
5:30-6:30 PM
NEW! Kid's Flamenco Class ~ Ages 6-11
6:30-7:30 PM

Absolute! Beginner Flamenco Technique Class
7:30-8:30 PM
Beginner Choreography Class

For more information about other ongoing classes in the East Bay visit Carolina's website at www.carolinalugo.com or send email to: carolinalugo1@msn.com, Call: 925-939-7850.

Yaelisa, Jason McGuire, Felix de Lola and Juan del Valle Show

IN SEVILLA -- Flamenco: Paisaje del Alma, Photography Exhibition

Flamenco: Paisaje del Alma
(Flamenco: Landscape of Its Soul)
Sevilla, September 19th-October 22nd.

XIV Bienal de Flamenco de Sevilla
Exposición "Flamenco, paisaje del alma"

Esta exposición es fruto de un viaje que Gilles Larrain hizo a Andalucía en 1983. Hospedado en la Carbonería – lugar clave del flamenco en Sevilla- y apadrinado por el famoso Paco Lira, dueño de la Carbonería; Gilles Larrain tuvo la oportunidad de sumergirse de lleno en el ambiente flamenco de Sevilla, visitando incluso los hogares de algunas familias legendarias del flamenco. ...

58 life size photographs being exhibited!

Opening on September 19th at 7:30pm as part of the Flamenco Bienal of Sevilla!

Fundación Tres Culturas del Mediterráneo
Pabellón Hassan II, c/ Charles Darwin s/n
Isla de La Cartuja, E 41092-Sevilla
www.tresculturas.org

(Belen Maya, ©Gilles Larrain, Gilles Larrain Studio, New York 2000)

AND...Movie Premier in Sevilla, Spain as part of the 2006 Bienal! "El Turisto Soy Yo" in Sevilla

Exclusive Film Screening at the Opening:
El Turista Soy Yo: Luis Agujeta y Su Cante Gitano
Fisrt ˆtime being shown in Spain

You saw it here in the Vida Flamenca Newsletter 3 months agao. Experience the magic again. Go to http://www.latinomediaworks.com under "documentary."
Director Trina Bardusco will be at the opening. So, if you are planning on attending the 2006 Bienal in Sevilla this month make it a point to stop by acknowledge the extraordinary photography of Gilles Larrain, and Ms. Bardusco's documentary soon to be premiered on Latino HBO.

Congratulations to you both from everyone here at Vida Flamenca and our extensive flamenco community throughout Southern California.

Trina Bardusco - Executive Producer
is a New York based documentary filmmaker, casting director and publicist. After being granted a Fulbright Scholarship in Spain, she directed and produced her first documentary on a flamenco singer "El turista soy yo." She has worked with David Byrne at Luaka Bop records, at HBO Latino, for Sucherman Consulting Group, and on the marketing and publicity team for the show " Latinologues" on Broadway. A partner at latino media works?, she has also worked as a producer for Nickelodeon, Comedy Central and Radical Media, casting several commercials for Errol Morris. She is the casting director of the Habla series, the executive producer of Habla y Habla and the director of the documentary "Making Habla."

"VIVA PEDRO" Movie Retrospective continues in Los Angeles!

Oscar-winning Spanish director Pedro Almodóvar will have a retrospective of his movies screened here in Los Angeles. We are very fortunate to have the Laemmle's Sunset 5 screening eight Almodóvar movies for the next eight weeks leading up to the release of his new movie "Volver" on November 3. Here is a brief outline, please check the theatre link below for screening times.

Talk to Her (Sept.8-14)
Flower of My Secret (Sept.15-21)
Live Flesh (Sept.22-28)
Law of Desire (Sept.29-Oct.5)
Matador (Oct.6-12)
Bad Education (Oct.13-19)

Laemmle Sunset 5
8000 Sunset Blvd.,
Los Angeles, CA 90046
323-848-3500
(Sunset at Crescent Heights)

OUR COMMUNITY NEWS!

Announcements from our local, national, and international flamenco communities!

Photo: 'El Jaleo", John Singer Sargent, 1882.

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TONIGHT! -- In San Diego
The Turquoise Café Bar Europa

El Pollito

El Pollito is a legend throughout the Spanish-speaking world, a media celebrity in Spain and raw force of nature on concert stages internationally. He delivers a fire and passion that drive his infectious blend of Spanish Rumba and Gypsy Flamenco! A must see !

Come see El Pollito at the Turquoise on Sept. 12. Come for dinner and stay for the show! Showtimes 7:00 p.m, 8:30 p.m. and 10:00 p.m.

& Open Flamenco Dancing and Juerga Jam Session all night!

For Reservations, call Basilio at 619-279-7933
or Tracy at 917-886-6865
www.cafeturquoise.com


Cerro Negro at The Turquoise
Every Tues. Night
is Flamenco Juerga night at

The Turquoise
873 Turquoise St.
North Pacific Beach
San Diego , California 92109
858.488.4200

Free Admission

Now you have a chance to play some Flamenco chico and try out those moves. Bring your guitars, shoes and palmas to the Turquoise on Tuesday Night.

Cerro Negro will be hosting a Flamenco Jam session that everyone can participate in !!!!

From 7:00 pm to 10:00 People are encouraged to bring their own Duende and "add it to the mix" (Special gift for well dressed Flamencos e.g. Lunares, dresses, vests etc :)

http://www.cafebareuropa.com/


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Upcoming Shows with La Tania!

Upcoming Performances La Tania Flamenco Music & Dance
Here's some good news:

La Tania is back in the Bay Area and will be performing in three shows in September:

Querencia with La Tania.

An exciting and innovative flamenco performance, which fuses contemporary musical and choreographic elements with traditional Flamenco in a sensational new presentation with an all-Spanish cast, including dancer Juanaire, guitarist Chuscales, percussionist Yiyi and singer Felix de Lola.

Montgomery Theatre,
271 S Market Street, San Jose
Friday, Sep 22 8PM
Box Office 888-455-7469
www.amtsj.org

Cowell Theatre, Fort Mason
Saturday, Sep 23 8PM, Sunday, Sep 24 2PM
Box Office 415-345-7575

General admission;
Adults $33, Students, Seniors $28 Children $16
Presented by Azahar Dance Foundation
Information: 650-493-6314
Many e-mail servers no longer deliver graphics, but if you would like to see this message in living color click on www.azahardance.org/tania1.html

La Tania Flamenco Music & Dance
email: latania@latania.org
http://www.latania-flamenco.com/latania/

AND!

Illusion 5 at The De Young Museum, San Francisco CA

La Tania in collaboration with Carola Zertuche will
be participating in Ilusion 5 a project curated by
Adrian Arias which will take place at the De
Museum in San Francisco.
For more information check out the link below.
http://www.illusionshow.blogspot.com/
email: latania@latania.org
web: http://www.latania-flamenco.com


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FLAMENCO WORKSHOPS ~ FALL SESSION
with Yaelisa, Emmy Award-winning Dancer

SEPTEMBER 5 - OCTOBER 31
TUESDAYS - SF DANCE CENTER, 26 7th Street, 5th Fl., San Francisco
Civic Center Bart Station - Studio is at 7th/Market
6-7PM Beginning Technique NEW BEGINNERS*
7-8PM Intermediate/Adv Flamenco Technique
8-9PM Int/Adv. BAMBERAS CHOREOGRAPHY**
$16 Drop-in ~ $100 for 8-week workshop

SATURDAYS - ASHKENAZ MUSIC & DANCE CENTER
1317 San Pablo Avenue, at Gilman in North Berkeley
1:00-2:15pm Beg/Int. Flamenco Technique*
2:15-3:30pm Int./Advanced BULERIAS

$16 Drop-in ~ $100 for 8-week workshops

*New beginning students are welcome to try either of these classes, and it is recommended that new and beginning students take two classes each week.
**Students in choreography classes are eligible to participate in student presentations.

Next recital: Sunday, September 24 at Ashkenaz in Berkeley

Yaelisa is a master instructor who has won numerous awards for her choreographies. Her classes focus on introducing students to the movements, rhythms, and feeling behind this exciting and passionate dance form. The classes are an intense workout and yet fun for beginners and advanced dancers alike. Yaelisa is the artistic director of the award-winning Caminos Flamencos and the founder and artistic director of the New World Flamenco Festival.

FIND OUT ABOUT YAELISA'S NEW FLAMENKIDS CLASSES!
For children ages 6-12 ~ Saturdays 10-11am
To register or for more info, call 510-531-9986

NEW BEGINNER CLASS STARTING IN SEPTEMBER IN OAKLAND

Visit www.caminosflamencos.com
or myspace.com/caminosflamencos.com
Call 510-531-9986 for further information
email: info@caminosflamencos.com
Call Mimi Martinez to pre-register for workshops
at 510- 387-7795


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Rocio Franco Salto Flamenco Classes
MEDIA DANCE CENTRE

Mondays from 8:30pm to 9:45pm Flamenco beginning technique and castanets for ADULTS!!!!!!!!!!!!!

For children 5 to 12 years old!!!!
Tuesdays at 5:15pm : Castanet/ Escuela Bolera
Friday 3pm-4pm : Flamenco

Price:
$15 single class
$50 book of four classes ( Fridays)
$90 Book of eight classes ( Tuesday and Fridays)

Taught by Rocio Franco Salto www.rocio-franco-salto.com


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New Flamenco Dance Classes with
MARIA MORCA

Starting Sept.5th I will begin a new class from 7:00 to 8:00 P.M. It will be a 4 week course to know where students comfort level is. We will cover the two rythmic patterns of the 12 count forms of the Flamenco dance-the signal to enter the dance arena -how and when to enter-dance movements during the cante (including arms and skirt) and the signal to close your part of the dance. Classes will continue from there on. They are held at the San Pedro Ballet School at 1231 S. Pacific Ave.
My phone # is (310) 519-7479
My email is maria _morca @yahoo.com
My web is http://www.geocities.com/maria_morca geocities.com/maria_marca http://www.geocities.com/maria-morca


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Book a workshop with Ethan Margolis and Cihtli Ocampo of Arte y Pureza Flamenco Company!

Scheduling for winter 2007 begins now and availability starts the weekend of January 19-21, 2007.

Pick your weekend now and begin planning ahead of time.

*** Here you will find prices for individual workshops and for both Cihtli and Ethan. There is always room for a little negotiation. I recommend having us both teach together because our classes go hand in hand. Cihtli and I will both give steps while my classes teach how and when to use them! If you can't afford us both than we can always come separate.

1.Cihtli and Ethan's combined classes (i.e. Bulerias 4days, 3 hours per day)
price:$3000 + lodging (We take care of the plane tickets)
normal breakdown: 15 students at $200 for the entire 12 hours

2.Cihtli and Ethan's combined classes (Bulerias 3 days, 3 hours per day)
price: $2600 +lodging (we buy plane tickets)
normal breakdown: 15 students at $175 per person

3. Ethan or Cihtli alone: (3 days, 2hours per day) or (2 days 3 hours per day)
price: $1575 + lodging (plane ticket covered)
normal breakdown: 15 students at $105 per person

Email: ethanmargolis@hotmail.com
Website: www.arteypureza.com
Tel. USA: (330) 696-0079
Tel. Spain: (01134) 605 21 51 78


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FLAMENCO ITEMS FOR SALE:
I am selling some of my flamenco gear:
a couple of dresses (8-10), skirts, one pair of shoes (fits 8 1/2-9), and maybe a shawl.

I'm in the Santa Monica area if anyone want to come by and see them they can e-mail me. irisdc@verizonmail.com


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Flamenco Dance Classes with Rina Orellana:
.::CLASSES IN PALOS VERDES::.
Next session starts Tuesday Sept 5 & Thursday Sept 7--Performance Workshops!!

TUESDAYS, Sept 5 – Oct 31, 9 weeks
***6:30- 7:30pm: ADVANCED BEGINNER & INTERMEDIATE I
OVERALL TECHNIQUE: This class to cover marking, footwork, compás and palmas. This workshop is excellent for preparing the student for choreography class.
($108 workshop, $15 single class)
***7:30- 8:30pm: INTERMEDIATE II & ADVANCED
FLAMENCO STYLING: Some of the best moments of baile come from a dancer’s style. This class will emphasize upper body styling and pellizco.
($108 workshop, $15 single class)

THURSDAYS, Sept 7 – Nov 2, 9 weeks
PERFORMANCE WORKSHOPS!! Student show on Tues., Nov. 7 at Sangria, Hermosa Beach
***6- 7pm: ADVANCED BEGINNER & INTERMEDIATE I
SOLEA POR BULERIAS CHOREOGRAPHY: This choreography will be presented at a student show at the end of the session. Performing is optional. Taking this class in conjunction with Tuesday’s technique class is highly recommended.
($108 workshop, $15 single class)
***7- 8:30pm: INTERMEDIATE II & ADVANCED
ALEGRIAS CHOREOGRAPHY: This choreography will be presented at a student show at the end of the session. Performing is optional. Taking this class in conjunction with Tuesday’s technique class is highly recommended.
($162 workshop, $22 single class)

Fee:
Single Class: $15/hour
1 Complete Workshop: $12/hour
2 Complete Workshops: $10/hour
3 Complete Workshops: $9/hour
4 Complete Workshops: $8/hour
Missed classes may be made up within the same session. Students taking 4 complete workshops have no make ups.

Location:
The Studio, Inc. (Formerly Center Stage Dance Academy), 722 Deep Valley Drive, Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274

Registration:
No pre-registration is required. Sign up on first night of class.


.::CLASSES IN REDONDO BEACH::.
Workshops through the Redondo Beach Recreation and Community Services.

NEXT SESSION is Saturdays, Sept 30-Nov 18, 8 classes.

INTRO TO FLAMENCO: SATURDAYS, 11AM-12NOON
This class is an introduction for new beginners with no previous Flamenco experience. The two fundamental rhythms that form combinations and basic footwork technique will be taught. No previous dance experience necessary. This class may be repeated until the student is confident in the rhythms and footwork to move on to the next level.

Location: Dance Room in Aviation Gym, on the corner of Aviation Blvd. and Manhattan Beach Blvd., Redondo Beach

Fee: $75 workshop, Redondo Beach residents. $80, non-residents.

Registration: You must register online with the City of Redondo Beach or by calling 310-318-0610 ext. 3460. Registration begins Sept 5 for residents and Sept 11 for non-residents.

FOR MORE INFO, PLEASE VISIT: www.rinaorellana.com


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WORKSHOPS WITH BRISEYDA ZARATE
AT INTERNATIONAL ARTS ACADEMY

Change of dates for the workshops to Saturday, September 30 and Sunday, October 1, as follows:

SATURDAY, September 30, 2006

Beginning-Intermediate Level: Tangos
1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
AND
Intermediate-Advanced Level: Solea por Bulerias
2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

SUNDAY, October 1, 2006

Beginning-Intermediate Level: Tangos
2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
AND
Intermediate-Advanced Level: Solea por Bulerias
3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

$20 in advance (space is limited, call in or email your reservation, send check
payable to International Arts Academy by September 25, 2006). $25 at the door (call
ahead to see if space is available).

Note: There will be an additional fee/tip for the guitarist at your discretion.

Here is a link to the Workshops page:

http://www.internationalartsacademy.net/Workshops.html

Dance...
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Flamenco Dance Classes
With Briseyda Zarate
continuing

ALEGRIA FLAMENCO ACADEMY
1733 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Suite A
Venice, CA 90291
(310) 562-2387

Flamenco technique & choreography
monday: 8-9:30pm
tuesday: 8-9:30pm

This is a 6 week intensive that culminatees in a work in progress performance celebration! We will explore how to structure a dance and how the cante, guitarra and palmas come into play.

Introduction to Flamenco
tuesday: 7-8pm
saturday: 1-2pm

Flamenco technique all levels
saturday: 12-1pm

Prices:
single class: $25
6 classes :$120
12 classes: $216
18 classes: $270
privates: $60 hourly
*payment due on first day of class, cash or check.

Note: Classes may always be taken on and individual basis just for fun!

For classes and booking contact
briseydaflamenca@hotmail.com
(323) 719-1613
http://www.geocities.com/briseydaflamenca/danzavida.html


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Flamenco Los Angeles, under the artistic direction of Batista, is a dance organization that provides, private and group dance classes in Flamenco, Classical Spanish and Ballet for all ages. We also provide a full, in schools, Artist in Residence Program, available for all grades, starting at Pre K and up. This program includes assemblies that portray dances from Spain and Mexico, classroom workshops; professional development sessions with the teachers, as well as parents training sessions. All classes are based on the California Art Standard.
To view a sample of the school assembly program follow the link below:
www.flamencola.net/media/for_schools.wmv

Schedule of classes
Hermosa Beach Community Center - 710 Pier Ave - Hermosa Beach
Beginner Children: Monday 5:15pm - 6:15pm
Beginner Adults 6:25pm – 7:25pm
Intermediate Adults 7:30pm – 8:30pm

Flamenco Los Angeles Dance Studio / Westchester
(Formerly Marina Dance Center)
Beginner Children: Wednesday 5:00pm - 6:15pm
Intermediate Adults 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Beginner Adults: Saturday 10:15am to 11:30am

Choreography workshops are available throughout the year.

To receive schedule of classes updates and information about performances and events please register at: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/flamencolosangeles
For info call: Ph: (310) 645-9756 / e-mail: info@flamencoLA.net / www.flamencoLA.net


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Apartment For Sale
In Jerez de la Frontera, Spain

Se Vende
Atico, estudio con vista extraordinaria de Jerez
de la frontera cerca barrio Santiago
Cuna del flamenco
120.000 € Euros
Preguntar por Olga Portas tlf: 620 10 29 67
686 18 13 49
E-mail: olgaportas@yahoo.com

It is a studio the bedroom and the livingroom is the
same and the kitchen is separate by a narrow marble
table. It is all one peace. The bathroom is the only
room separate.
The studio has 22 square meters and the terrace 60
square meters.
the total studio has about 82 square meters.
Olga


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Continued Flamenco Shows in Los Angeles

Walter Molina presents
Flamenco at Santino’s

Mondays (ongoing)
8:30 pm
Dancers and musicians rotate

Santino’s Tapas & Beer
1253 N. Vine Street #9
Hollywood, CA 90038
(corner of Fountain and Vine & next to El Foridita)

Tel: 323-464-8260
www.santinoplace.com
molinaflamenco@yahoo.com

AND!

Tuesdays at Olé Restaurant
In Studio City

Walter Molina’s Flamenco Show
Olé Tapas Bar

13251 Ventura blvd
Studio City, CA 91604
(818) 986-3190
Cross Street: Fulton Avenue
http://www.oletapasbar.com/

Two shows: 8:30 and 10 pm
Dancers and musicians rotate.

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For all the latest news regarding noted cantaor JESÚS MONTOYA, point your browsers to: http://community.webtv.net/JesusMontoya/jesussuayamontoyay


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DAN ZEFF GUITARS
Looking for a choice guitar, hard-to-find CD or instructional video? Check out Dan Zeff's website at https://www.danzeffguitars.com/index.cfm. And don't forget to check out his 'memorabilia' section.

New Shipments:
n CD’s
n Instructional Videos
n Guitars
Website: https://www.danzeffguitars.com/index.cfm

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Flamenco Dance Classes & Privates
Beginning level for teens & adults. (city of Westchester)

Saturdays 12:30 to 1:30pm
this is an ongoing class;
(also, all levels are welcome
to this class to improve, strengthen
and/or maintain compas,
technique, & new choreography)

where?:
Vergari Dance Center
6216 W. Manchester Ave. Westchester,
CA 90045 (323)919-9096

also, Technique & Choreography class,
levels Beginning to Intermediate
(and all levels are welcomed). every wednesday between 1pm to 4pm
'1 hr' or '1 hr & 15' minutes of
tech & choreo. schedule will be set
according to majority time chosen sign-ups. this class is design for those who can't make it to evening
classes. (must call to make sure there's space before coming)

Location? Vergari Dance Center
(dance studio listed above
----
Studio City

Beginning Flamenco 1 hour.
20 min technique, 40 min choreography
(also, all other levels are welcome to
this class to improve, strengthen,
or maintain compas, technique, & catch
new choreography):

Class starts September 14th, 2006 and will be
continuous every Thursday
following the starting date.
Where?
American National Academy of Performing arts
10944 Ventura Blvd,Studio City,CA.91604
call and reserve your spot,
explore technique and choreography
(learn different palos/compases,
body movement, detailed footwork,
and combine them together).
gain strength, physicality, musicality,
& creativity..323-919-9096
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Fairfax & Olympic area (los angeles)

Intermediate flamenco (1-1/2 hour),
30 to 45 of min of tech, 45 min to 1 hr
of choreography. Class starts September 11th
and will be continuous every Monday following
the starting date. We will work on Alegrias.
Where?
Universal Dance Academy
(where Esther Ponce used to teach)
6009 West Olympic Blvd., L.A., CA. 90038
(located West of LaBrea & East of Fairfax,
& the Fairfax exit heading North off the 10)
call to sign up and reserve your
spot, and improve your compas,
technique, and improvisation
skills through choreographic exercises &
acquire a structured and standard composition.
call to reserve your spot 323.919.9096!

*(TO INQUIRE ABOUT PRIVATES OR SEMI-PRIVATES, PLEASE CONTACT
vivir_el_momento@yahoo.com
or call 323-919-9096) bprivates are held in either
Westchester, Alhambra, Studio City, &/or Los Feliz (california)
for your convenience.
1 on 1 privates & semi-privates available
For class pricing, please contact her directly.


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In San Diego:
Flamenco with Cihtli Ocampo, La Gallardi

We are very lucky to have Cihtli with us here in San
Diego during August and September. She will be
offering regular dance classes, so don't miss out!

TUESDAYS
Technique: 7- 8 PM
Choreography: 8 - 9 PM
(Cantiñas & Alegrías)

FRIDAYS
Technique: 6 - 7 PM
Choreography: 7 - 8 PM
(Cantiñas & Alegrías)

$18 Drop in
_$125, 9 hrs per month_
$220, 18 hrs per month_
$360, Unlimited classes both months

Classes will be held at _Dance Connection _2710 Garnet
Ave. _San Diego, CA 92109
(in Pacific Beach).

To register call Marisol _at 619.846.5030 or email _at
solflamenca@mac.com


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Flamenco classes in Long Beach and at Cypress College by Sarah Parra
phone 562-761-1618
New schedule for August 2006-June 2007
Classes are in preperation for annual performance at CSULB

At 324 Redondo Ave (McDowell SChool of Dance) , Long Beach ;
Tues Beginning 7:30-8:30pm technique
Advanced 8:30-9:45 pm technique and choreography
Thurs Intermediate technique 7:30-8:30pm
Intermediate choreography 8:30pm-9:45
Sat Intermediate choregraphy 10am-11am
Intermediate technique 11am-12:15pm after Jan.2007 this class
will most likely be a Bulerias / Tangos/Sevillanas class
Beginning Technique and choregraphy 12:30pm-1:30pm

Cypress College has Flamenco fever -new classes and performances added www.cypresscollege.edu
Intermediate/Adv. meets Weds 4:30-6:20pm (1 unit) Danc 133C
Beginning meets Thurs 4:30-6:20pm (1 unit) Danc132C
Flamenco Ensemble Fridays 3:30pm - 5:30 pm (3 units) performance in Dec.
Flamenco performance in Faculty Concert Fridays 12pm- 2pm (this class requires concurrent enrollment in a produciton class) 6 units total -perfromance also in Dec- not the faculty concert-Cypress College Dance Ensemble.
for more info please email sarahparra@1esencia.com


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FOREVER FLAMENCO! at the Fountain Theatre

FOREVER FLAMENCO! at the Fountain Theatre

Every Sunday Night at 8pm.

The hottest flamenco in town is happening at the Fountain! A thrilling combination of prepared work and spontaneous exploration - with invited audience participation for the last number!

New Artists and New Shows Every Week

UPCOMING SCHEDULE:
(programming subject to change)

September 17th
Artistic Direction - Antonio de Jerez
Guitarist - Kambiz Pakandam
Singer - Antonio de Jerez
Cajonero (percussionist) - Geraldo Morales
Dancers - Catalina Rodriguez, Carissa Hernandez, La Pamela

September 24th
Artistic Direction - Paco & Yolanda Arroyo
Guitarist - Paco Arroyo
Singer - Charo Monge
Cajonero (percussionist) - Geraldo Morales
Dancers - Yolanda Arroyo, Carissa Hernandez, Artoro Nazarri

The Fountain Theatre is located at 5060 Fountain Ave., Hollywood
1/2 block east of Normandie Ave. Secure parking available

Program Artistic Directors:
Antonio de Jerez, Antonio Triana, and Paco & Yolanda Arroyo.

Produced by
Deborah Lawlor & Ben Bradley

RESERVE NOW! Seats go fast!
CALL 323-663-1525


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REMINDERS & ON-GOING EVENTS!!!—
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Karina Del Carmen Velasco & Cuatro Caminos Flamenco
Performance Dates for 2006
Cuatro Caminos Flamenco with special guest guitarist, singers and dancers

Luna de Plata
Expresión y Alma Flamenca

Special performance with renowned guitarist Antonio Triana, from Seville singer, Marta Santa Maria and dancer Karina Velasco.

Exclusively at Historic Plaza Olvera
Casa De Sousa
W-19 Olvera Street Los Angeles, CA 90012

Tickets: 213 687-0363
Saturday Performances 9:00 PM: 8/12, 9/9, 10/14, 11/11 and 12/9.


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IN PACIFIC BEACH, CA:

SUNDAY NIGHT'S FLAMENCO SHOW
AT RESTAURANTE COSTA BRAVA
IN PACIFIC BEACH
Every Sunday, 7:00 pm

Performers:
ANGELITA AGUJETAS comes from the legendary Agujetas Family of Gypsy Flamenco singers. Dancers include Chana and Cari del Carmen, with Paco Sevilla as flamenco guitarist with a long career as a soloist and accompanist for many of flamenco's top artists.

Restaurante Costa Brava ~ 1653 Garnet Ave. Pacific Beach, Ca 92109 ~ 858-273-1218
www.costabravasd.com


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And remember, "Tim's Radio" 24/7
(mostly flamenco with a mix of fusion and world)
http://www.flamencoradio.net/


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PLACES TO SEE FLAMENCO IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Alegrias
115 Pine Ave., Long Beach, CA

The Fountain Theatre
5060 Fountain Avenue, Los Angeles, California

El Cid
4212 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, California

Cafe Sevilla
555 4th Ave San Diego, California

Costa Brava
1653 Garnet Ave. Pacific Beach, Ca

Cafe Sevilla
3252 Mission Inn Avenue, Riverside, California

La Luna Negra
44 West Green Street, Pasadena, California

Bar Celona
46 East Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, California

Casa Escobar
14160 Palawan Way, Marina Del Rey, California

Basilio’s Turquoise Café Bar Europa
873 Turquoise St., North Pacific Beach, San Diego, California

NEW!
Café Sevilla
140 Pine Avenue, Long Beach, CA 90802

NEW!
The Minotaure
333 Culver Blvd.
Playa del Rey, CA
Flamenco Shows Friday and Saturday nights 7 & 11 pm
It’s a small place, so reservations are recommended
Reservations: (310) 306-6050

If you would like your restaurant (offering Flamenco and Spanish food) added, please email us and provide your information.

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Disclaimer: I make every effort to list the latest and most accurate information, but unfortunately, on occasion there are last minute cancellations, changes, or omissions. Please verify information before attending an event.

Also, please do not republish in whole or part without prior written permission.

In This Issue:

Irvine Barclay Festival Reviews Posted on "deflamenco.com" website in Spain

Hello everyone,

Just recently two of my reviews for the internationally recognized Flamenco festival at the Barclay Theatre were posted on the web. The reviews for performances featuring noted Sevillana dancer and choreographer Juana Amaya, and Granada-born dancer and choreographer Rafaela Carrasco are now online at the Jerez-based Flamenco website “Deflamenco.com”™.

'deflamenco.com' Barclay Show Reviews!

Vida Flamenca Videos -- featuring Compañía Domingo Ortega

VIDA FLAMENCA video productions continue to be posted on my YouTube site. Video clips featuring world-class flamenco dancer Domingo Ortega and Compañía Domingo Ortega, additional guest dancers Inmaculada Ortega, La Tania, and Carola Zertuche are also highlighted, as well as all the extraordinary musicians and dancers from the ‘ORFEO’ show. You now have a chance to rate each video, and add your comments. Keep checking for new video footage soon. CLICK THE LINK BELOW.

Bookmark My Video Site For Easy Reference!

VIDA FLAMENCA IS GOING TO SPAIN...Y'ALL!

I am very excited to be attending the 2006 Bienal as well as the III Bolsa de Comercialización de Turismo de Flamenco in Sevilla and Granada, Spain.

I'll bring back lots of pictures and many wonderful experiences to share with you all.

Please note, I will be in Sevilla for the 2006 Bienal the first week of October. The last posting for the month of September will be Tuesday, Sept. 26th. I will resume my normal weekly postings the second week of October.

O...freakin'...lé!

IN CHICAGO -- Dame Libby Komaiko's Ensemble Español

Ensemble Español Flamenco Dance Workshops

6 classes per session every Tuesday
March 21- April 25

BEGINNING / INTERMEDIATE / CHILDREN

Flamenco Technique – Beginners
Sevillanas and Bulerias
José Torres, Instructor
7:15 PM – 8:15 PM

Flamenco Dances – Intermediate
Alegrias, Bulerias and Tangos
Irma Suárez Ruíz, Instructor
8:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Spanish Dance (grades1-6)
Sara Samuels & Julia Hinojosa Instructors
Minimum enrollment of 15 children
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Limited Space! Register Today: (773) 442-5930 Press #4
For Information Press #3

Ensemble Español Center for Spanish Dance and Music is a not-for-profit arts organization
In residence at Northeastern Illinois University
5500 N. St. Louis Avenue * Chicago, Illinois 60625-4699
Telephone: (773) 442-5930 * Fax: (773) 442-5908
E-Mail address: Ensemble-Espanol@neiu.edu

Esemble Español -- Click Here!

Tango, Tango, Tango! -- With JORGE TORRES & MARIELA FRANGANILLO

JORGE TORRES &
MARIELA FRANGANILLO
are teaching and performing in Los Angeles
September 22nd - September 24th

Three Locations:
#1
Casa de Practica
506 N. Fuller Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90036
#2
Synthesis Dance Studios
4200 Lankershim Blvd.
North Hollywood, CA 91602
#3
Hollywood Dance Center
817 North Highland Avenue
Hollywood, CA 90038

MILONGA & SHOW DE LAS ESTRELLAS
Saturday, September 23
Hollywood Dance Center
9:00 pm - 1 am.
Fee: $15

Call for details on all including class fees and privates: 323-939-1610 or 323-573-5663

For More Information!