Haven't you ever wondered about things like "When was Paco de Lucía last
in DC?" Um...well I just realized how useful it would be to have an archive
past events archive to help answers questions like that one. But since I didn't
realize this great idea until now, the archives only go back as far as June
2003. Oh well! Years from now, you'll better appreciate this archive.
Here you will find single-performance events by visiting and local artists.
February 2011
NO flamenco festival at Lisner Auditorium for 2011
It's been 10 great years that Lisner hosted the flamenco festival and there's a good chance it will come back in the near future. New York and Boston don't have flamenco festivals this year either, so we're not the only ones. But for now we do have a few exciting things coming up for February and March.
Monday February 7, 2011 8:30pm-11:30pm
José & César Oretea aka Duende Camarón at Las Tapas
Guitarist/singer César Oretea will be flying in from Miami to join his brother guitarist/singer José for a special one night performance at Las Tapas 710 King St in Old Town Alexandria, Virginia. Call 703-836-4000.
Thursday February 17, 2011 7:00pm Una Noche en España - Ladies' Night Out at Derwood Alliance Church in Rockville, Maryland
From the press release:
"Una Noche en Espana," Ladies' Night Out
Thursday, February 17, 7:00pm
Derwood Alliance Church, 16501 Redland Road, Rockville MD 20855
Flamenco by Sarah Hart, Guitar by Behzad Habibzai
Tapas menu: marinated olives with manchego cheese; sliced apple & fennel salad with walnuts; roasted red peppers, eggplant, & sweet onions with sherry dressing; Spanish chorizo with white beans & rosemary; grilled lamb chops with garlic & parsley; flan; beverages
Inspiration by Nancy Martinez, Operation Sunflower, a counseling & retreat center in Granada, Spain
Tickets $25 per person available through Sunday, February 13 at www.derwoodalliance.org, 301-963-9200
Thursday February 24, 2011 7:30pm
Flamenco Night at El Manantial in Reston, Virginia
Singer Gerard Moreno, guitarist Ramin Rad and dancers Sarah Hart and Isabel Otero. El Manantial is located at 12050 North Shore Dr in Reston, Virginia. Call 703-742-6466 to reserve your table.
Thursday February 24, 2011 7:30pm
Flamenco Night at Jalapeño's Restaurant in Annapolis, Maryland
Singer Carlton Ashton, guitarist Behzad Habibzai and dancers Anna Menendez, Sara Jerez and Pam de Ocampo. Jalapeño's is located at 85 Forest Dr in Annapolis, Maryland. Call 410-266-7580 to reserve your table.
Friday February 25, 2011 8:00pm
Flamenco at Current Lounge in Dupont Circle
International Club of DC presents "Flamenco and International Dance Soiree at the Elegant Current Lounge with Complimentary Champagne." Flamenco dancer Emily Mazzotti will be the featured performer. Current Lounge is located at 1215 Connecticut Ave NW DC. Tickets at International Club of DC website.
Saturday February 26, 2011 6:00pm
Berklee Flamenco at the Millennium Stage
Berklee, the world's leading contemporary music school and alma mater to 74 Grammy Award winners like John Mayer and Quincy Jones, will return to the Kennedy Center to perform as part of the Center's Conservatory Project on Saturday, February 26 at 6:00pm. The concert is free.
What sets this concert apart from previous years? Berklee Flamenco, a five-piece student group, will perform the Spanish genre to celebrate Berklee's future campus in Valencia, Spain. This is the first performance dedicated to celebrating our future site on the Mediterranean. In addition to classic flamenco, the concert features pieces by the groups director, Javier Limón, and pieces by the group's pianist, student Ariadna Castellanos Rivas (pictured).
Berklee Flamenco is comprised of five students from across the globe - musicians from Spain, Puerto Rico, Israel, and the West Bank join each other on stage.
Sunday February 27, 2011 7:30pm
Furia Flamenca's Lorca: Flamenco Poetry at the Atlas Performing Arts Center
Local flamenco dance company Furia Flamenca under the direction of Estela Velez brings to life some of the works of Federico García Lorca, poet, playwright, artist, and composer in an evening of dance, poetry, and song. Federico García Lorca was killed in the Spanish Civil war by Fascists in 1936 at the age of 38. Amongst the works portrayed are some of his most famous collections of poems including the Romancero Gitano (Gypsy Ballads) which includes Prendimiento de Antonito El Camborio en el Camino de Sevilla and Muerte de Antonito perhaps a foreboding of Lorca's own death. His words are filled with passion for life, love, and death as in the lament to the bullfighter, Llanto por Ignacio Sánchez Mejias. His Gypsy spirit is also present in his songs from the joyful sounds of Sevillanas del Siglo XVIII to the haunting and melancholy Zorongo. Guitarists Guillermo Christie and Torcuato Zamora, percusionist Antonio Castro-Ossorio, violinist Andrea Vercoe, and singers Jorge Porta and Margarita Ossorio join Furia Flamenca to bring you the passion of Federico García Lorca.
March 4-6, 2011
Flamenco masterclasses with Miguel Vargas at Joy of Motion Friendship Heights
From the press release: We are very excited to announce the upcoming Master Classes with renowned flamenco dancer and teacher Miguel Vargas taking place at the Joy of Motion Dance Center on March 4-6. Please find information on the workshops below. For additional information and to register, please visit the Joy of Motion Dance Center's website at www.joyofmotion.org (click here and go to the workshops tab). For more information on Miguel Vargas, please see his bio below and/or visit his website at www.miguelvargas.com. Hope to see you at the workshops!
Tarantos
Friday, March 4, 8:00-9:15pm - Friendship Heights
Saturday, March 5, 7:00-8:15pm - Friendship Heights
Sunday, March 6, 2:30-3:45pm - Friendship Heights
$25 in advance/$35 at the door
Beginner and above
The Tarantos are serious, slow, melancholy, profound songs and dances connected to Tangos. The rhythm is in 4/4, similar in most ways to Tangos. The tempo is slow and intense, but a performance usually ends by speeding up into a Tangos.
Cantiñas del Pinini
Friday, March 4, 9:15-10:45pm - Friendship Heights
Saturday, March 5, 5:30-7:00pm - Friendship Heights
Sunday, March 6, 4:00-5:30pm. - Friendship Heights
$25 in advance/$35 at the door
Intermediate/Advanced
It is a generic name for a range of cantes (styles of songs) involving happy and lively music, such as caracoles, mirabrás, romeras and alegrías, all of which have generally brief coplas (poetic compositions, in verse, used as lyrics), and are thought to be related with the old Cádiazo jota. They are cantes festeros (feast or party songs, which tend to be loud and happy) for dancing that became very fashionable in the cafés cantantes (late nineteenth and early twentieth century establishments serving drinks that staged performances of singing, playing and dancing). This dance is characterised by a harmonious swinging of the arms, undulating movements, light punteados (a kind of percussion using the feet), paso castellano de perfil (a dance step that is characteristic of cantiñas and alegrías, and is done with side-on to the audience) and escobillas (section of the dance that includes the zapateado, a rhythmic combination of sounds made by stepping with the heel, sole and toe of the foot). The meter of the cantiñas is related to the meter of the soleá, and both of them are also related to bulerías, or the 12 beat. The choreography taught will use music from one of the biggest performers/singer of cantiñas El Pinini de Utrera.
Miguel Vargas "Even though absorbed in his dancing, he keeps himself completely under control, firm and light at the same time. Vargas dominates the audience just by slightly arching his pinkie…with the most varied rhythms, he shows a flamenco without compromises, that puts together archaic and ageless traditions, with intense and improvised interpretation." -Rheinische Post
This is only one of many fabulous acclaims Miguel Vargas earned for his performances in Germany, France, Japan and Spain, just to mention a few countries. The history of Miguel Vargas begins far from Europe with his birth in 1975 in Venezuela, son of a university professor and of a psychologist. The family moves to Germany and the career of his father takes him all over the world, spending periods in Mexico and Spain. He debuts like a prodigy child at the early age of six and at the age of twelve he begins to teach. Since the very beginning he instinctively understands the spirit and character of Flamenco. After learning the basics of the dance, he develops his own personal style. "His dance is pure charisma, pure energy, passion, intensity, personality, technique. pure instinct." Artist of universal soul, personifies a fusion of cultures, music and styles of dance. Miguel Vargas has incorporated his modern cosmopolitan character into the pure flamenco dance. After obtaining a high school degree in 1994, Miguel Vargas begins his career in Spain, dancing in the most renowned tablao of Seville: Los Gallos. He performs with artists like Manuela Carrasco and Mario Maya. Along with Mario Maya's company, he performed in front of the King and Queen of Spain in the World Championships of Winter Sports in Granada in 1996. He performs in "Lincoln Center" of New York, in the Festival of Theater in Avignon and continues with a tour through France. In 1997 he creates his own company. He dances in Madrid, New York, in the Halle aux grains of Toulouse and realizes a tour through Florida. 1998 he takes part in the "Bienal de Flamenco of Seville", the most prestigious festival of flamenco in the world. At the moment, he continues presenting his shows in Singapore, Japan, Finland, Norway, Switzerland, Austria, Greece, Dubai, etc. He has been recorded in CD's and television, collaborating with Kiko Veneno and Esperanza Fernández among others. "Miguel Vargas is synonymous of dreams, dedication, efforts and victories" Today, he is one of the biggest exponents of the current flamenco dance. As ambassador of the Spanish culture he has danced in front of monarchs and presidents in the whole world. He is currently a businessman. He directs the Center of Art and Flamenco of Seville - institution dedicated to the education and diffusion of the flamenco art, together with his wife, the singer Esperanza Fernández.
"Flamenco is the way I express myself, my philosophy of life, not just my work. When I'm dancing, I reveal my soul. I am Flamenco from the time I get up in the morning until I go to sleep at night, even when I'm asleep. I dream flamenco. Flamenco is my wife, my children are flamenco, flamenco is the city where I live and everything I do," explains Miguel Vargas.
March 6-10, 2011
Flamenco workshops with Carmela Greco, La Truco, Pepa Molina and María Juncal at Olney Theatre Center
From the press release:
Prior to the show, the four artists will be offering five days of master workshops, concluded with a fifth day conference/Q&A regarding flamenco. The workshops will take place March 6-10, 2011 (Sunday through Thursday inclusive) and be held at the Olney Theatre Center in Olney, MD (2001 Olney-Sandy Spring Rd, Olney, MD 20832).
Two levels of classes will be held: Beginner/Intermediate and Intermediate/Advanced.
On Sunday, March 6, 2011, four one-hour classes will be taught to the Beginner/Intermediate level (10 -2 pm), and four one-hour classes to the Intermediate/Advanced Level(2-6 pm).
On Monday, March 7, 2011, through Thursday, March 10, 2011, three one-hour classes will be taught to each level concurrently (7-10 pm).
Each artist will teach the following during her one-hour class:
Carmela Greco - Abanico (the Flamenco Fan)
La Truco - Manton (the Flamenco Shawl)
Pepa Molina - Bata de Cola (the Flamenco Lengthened Skirt)
María Juncal - Pies y Brazos (Feet and Arm Movement)
Cost of each level for all 16 classes will be $560 per person; drop-in rate will be $40/class. The schedule for each class time will be posted shortly.
On Friday, March 11, each of the four artists will speak about Flamenco, which will be followed with a Q&A. Exact location, details to follow.
Saturday March 12, 2011 8:00pm
Concierto Andalouse and Gala Flamenca at Lisner Auditorium
Joining Pan American Symphony Orchestra (PASO) for a riveting performance of Spanish and Arabic music is the Middle East's most famous oud (Arabic lute) player, folk singer, and classical composer, Marcel Khalifé. Suite Andalouse, Khalifé's own composition that blends traditional Arabic musical traditions with Spanish flamenco elements, moves the listener with its intense and poetic beauty. Bachar Khalifé joins him on percussion. Special guests from Spain are flamenco dancers Carmela Greco, María Juncal, La Truco, and Pepa Molina.
Sunday March 13, 2011 7:00pm
Paco Peña presents Flamenco Vivo at Lisner Auditorium
As guitarist, composer, dramatist, producer and artistic mentor, Paco Peña embodies both the authenticity and innovation in flamenco and has transformed perceptions of this archetypal Spanish art form. Since 1970 Paco Peña has performed regularly with his own hand-picked company of dancers, guitarists and singers in a succession of groundbreaking shows proving that the soul of flamenco lies in the authentic expression of emotions through music and dance.
Wednesday March 23, 2011 12:00pm
Furia Flamenca at the Forum of Sidney Harman Hall
Happenings at the Harman brings the community up close and personal with the performers and performances at the Harman Center for the Arts as well as throughout the metro-DC community. Held on Wednesdays from 12:00 to 1:00pm, these free performances feature some of the leading artists and thinkers of the day as they explore the synergy between the performances on our city's stages and the events that shape our community and world.
Seating is based on availability and is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Friday March 25, 2011 8:00pm
Emily Mazzotti at Current Lounge
The International Club of DC presents a flamenco performance by dancer Emily Mazzotti at Current Lounge in Dupont Circle. More info at the International Club of DC website.
Sunday March 27, 2011 3:00pm
Flamenco show at Leisure World featuring Manolo Leiva, Marija Temo, Ulrika Frank and Anna Menéndez
Marija Temo will accompany legendary flamenco singer, Manolo Leiva, flamenco dancers, Ulrika Frank and Anna Menendez in flamenco concert.
Leisure World
Club House II Auditorium
Leisure World Blvd
Silver Spring, MD 20906
3:00pm
$10.00
NOTE: Only Leisure World residents can purchase tickets for themselves and outsiders. No tickets will be available for purchase at the door.
Saturday April 9, 2011
Flamenco Completo workshop with Ulrika Frank and Marija Temo in Vienna, Virginia
Saturday April 30, 2011 2:30pm
Free flamenco class at Maryland Day at University of Maryland College Park
From the press release:
As part of Maryland Day, April 30th
Un Sabor del Flamenco - Intro dance Workshop
Come learn the rhythmic and expressive dance of the Gypsy and Andalusian peoples of Southern Spain with dance Professor Miriam Phillips 'La Miri.' Please wear hard-soled shoes or boots.
Time: 2:30pm-3:30pm
Location: University of Maryland, Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, Studio 2
Lots of other fun music, dance, performance, art and culture workshops and booths throughout the day! Visit the Maryland Day website.
Saturday April 30, 2011
Pastora Flamenco at the Warehouse Theater
Pastora Flamenco will be making its Washington DC debut on April 30th, 2011 under the artistic direction of Anna Menendez in its production of "PRIMEROS PASOS" (first steps). In "Primeros Pasos" Anna leads dancers Pam de Ocampo, Jennifer Graham, Cecilia Terrasa and Yolit Yospe with Guitarist Behzad Habibzai and percussionist Alfredo Darquea. This emerging dance company will be presenting brand new works and features guest artist, singer, Alfonso Cid, in the exciting and intimate setting of the Warehouse Theater.
Anna Menendez has performed locally, nationally and internationally. She has performed with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, The Washington Opera and in Edwin Aparicio's productions of "Intimo," "Dos Mundos," "Camino/ al Flamenco," to name a few. Most recently she appeared with Suite Hispania's productions of "Amores Quebrados" presented at the Repertorio Espanol in New York City and in Bucharest, Romania. Anna is very pleased and excited to be presenting her own company, Pastora, at the Warehouse! More information to follow soon.
For tickets and information please send an email to:
Pastora Flamenco is supported in part by the American Dance Institute's Arts Incubator Program
Pastora Flamenco Presents: "Primeros Pasos"
Saturday, April 30th 2011 at 8pm The Warehouse Theater
1021 7th Street, NW first Floor, rear entrance
Washington, DC 20001
tickets: $30
for tickets send an email to
Friday May 6, 2011 3:00pm
Natalia Monteleón's Arte Flamenco at Flowermart in Mt Vernon Plaza, Baltimore
Guitarist Miguelito with members of Arte Flamenco. FREE! More info at the Flowermart website.
Saturday May 7, 2011 12:00pm
Flamenco dancer Marsha Bonet-Savchenko at Alexandria Burke Branch Library
Friday May 13, 2011 8:00pm
Bridging of Two Cultures: Andalucía-Crete at Lincoln Theatre
Several organizations with the support of the embassies of Spain and Greece, proudly present "The Bridging of Two Cultures: Andalucía-Crete," a concert event of music and dance. This is a unique and exceptional intercultural cooperation of musicians and dancers from Andalucía (Spain) and Crete (Greece). These two musical traditions, although from opposite ends of the Mediterranean, are inextricably linked through dance and the improvisations of each individual musician. Together they yield an exciting and refreshing insight into the two different yet similar cultures. The common and strongly felt passion in music and dance of these cultures will be show-cased, for the first time, on the stage of the Historic Lincoln Theatre, by a group of renowned musicians and dancers from both the Greek island of Crete and the Andalusia region of Spain. Even if you know nothing about Andalusian Flamenco and Cretan line dancing, this is a unique opportunity not to be missed!
Saturday May 14, 2011 10:00pm
Dinner and Flamenco Show at Divino Lounge in Bethesda
Flamenco show featuring dancers Edwin Aparicio, Anna Menéndez, Tamara Sol, guitarist Behzad Habibzai and singer Hector Márquez. $45 per person plus tax and tip. $15 show only. Divino Lounge is located at 7345-B Wisconsin Ave in Bethesda, Maryland. Nearest metro is Bethesda on the Red Line. Call 240-497-0300 to reserve your table.
Sunday May 15, 2011
Centro Español de Washington's Feria de Sevilla
This the DC area's biggest event featuring local flamenco performers and occasionally out-of-town guest artists. It'll take place starting around noon on Sunday May 15th at Strathmore at 5301 Tuckerman Lane in Bethesda, Maryland. It's also conveniently located next to the Grosvenor metro on the red line.
Here are some pics from the 2007 Feria to give you an idea of what to expect.
Saturday May 21, 2011 1:00pm
Flamenco guitarist Miguelito with dancers Ginette and Pam at the Alexandria Central Library
Hour-long performance with brief lecture featuring dancers Ginette and Pam de Ocampo accompanied by guitarist Miguelito. Admission is FREE! Performance will take place at Alexandria Central Library's beautiful central courtyard which is located at 5005 Duke St in Alexandria, Virginia.
Saturday and Sunday June 4-5, 2011 6:30pm
Taberna del Alabardero presents Con Aires de Utrera
From the press release: Desde Sevilla
"Con Aires de Utrera"
with Jesule de Utrera y Natalia Meiriño
Emily Mazzotti-Dancer
Behzad Habibzai-Guitarist
Jason Vera y Aragón-Percussionist
Saturday June 4th & Sunday June 5th
Seating between 6:30pm-7:30pm
*one show each night*
$75 per person
Taberna del Alabardero 1776 I St NW Washington DC 20006
To make your table reservation, call 202-429-2200 or visit Taberna's page on OpenTable.com.
Saturday June 4, 2011 1:00pm
The Roya Ensemble (Persian-Flamenco-Latin-Jazz fusion) at the Washington Folk Festival
From the press release:
The Roya Ensemble (Persian-Flamenco-Latin-Jazz fusion) at the Washington Folk Festival!
Saturday, June 4, 2011 at 1:00pm
Puppet Theatre, Glen Echo Park, Maryland
Ensemble Members:
Roya Bahrami: Composer, Santurs, Vocals
Ricardo Marlow: Flamenco Guitar
Denis Malloy: Bass Clarinet
Steve Bloom: World Percussion
FREE & OPEN TO PUBLIC
Sponsored by Folklore Society of Greater Washington and Roya Music Productions.
"Best Group Finalist" - 2011 International Acoustic Music Awards
"Innovative Fusion" with "Seductive Sounds" - Smithsonian Institution
"Novel Persian-Flamenco sound.. World music beautifully executed, opulently delivered" - Billboard Discoveries
"Beautiful heartfelt melodies.. Unique and creative fusion of Persian music with other traditions .. Very refreshing" - Golnoush Khaleghi
More information at ROYAB.COM
"The 31st Annual Washington Folk Festival will be held on Saturday, June 4 and Sunday, June 5, 2011. The festival runs from Noon to 7:00pm on Saturday and Sunday at Glen Echo Park. Rain or Shine! The festival is FREE to the public."
"The 31st Annual Washington Folk Festival showcases the diversity of traditional music in the Washington area. All musicians, storytellers, dancers, and craftspeople live in the the greater Washington metropolitan area and volunteer their talents to put on a first class festival of national renown. With performances representing cultures from around the world as well as around the country, it is your chance to find out what is going on in the folk communities of the area."
Furia Flamenca goes onstage at 1:30pm at the Potomac Palisades Stage. The Folk Festival is notorious about starting shows right on time, so don't be late!
"The 31st Annual Washington Folk Festival will be held on Saturday, June 4 and Sunday, June 5, 2011. The festival runs from Noon to 7:00pm on Saturday and Sunday at Glen Echo Park. Rain or Shine! The festival is FREE to the public."
"The 31st Annual Washington Folk Festival showcases the diversity of traditional music in the Washington area. All musicians, storytellers, dancers, and craftspeople live in the the greater Washington metropolitan area and volunteer their talents to put on a first class festival of national renown. With performances representing cultures from around the world as well as around the country, it is your chance to find out what is going on in the folk communities of the area."
Arte Flamenco goes onstage at 4:00pm at the Potomac Palisades Stage. The Folk Festival is notorious about starting shows right on time, so don't be late!
Sunday June 5, 2011 7:00pm
Things To Do DC presents Taste of Spain: Dinner and Flamenco Dance Show at Las Tapas
Featuring dancers Ginette and Pam de Ocampo with guitarist Miguelito. More info at the Things To Do DC website.
Saturday June 18, 2011 8:00pm
Una Noche Flamenca at Area 405 in Baltimore
From the press release:
AREA 405 is proud to bring back this distinguished group of flamenco artists to Baltimore in a traditional tablao style setting within our gallery. Enjoy wine and light tapas along with the show! Saturday June 18th 8pm (doors open at 7:15)
Dancers: Edwin Aparicio, Anna Menendez and Kyoko Terada
Guitarists: Richard Marlow and Behzad Habibzai, Vocalist and percussionist: tba
Only 100 Tickets will be sold, Reserve your tickets now!, SATURDAY, June 18th, 2011, 8pm, doors open 7:15pm, (tickets reserved but not paid for by 7:45 will be sold)
$35 General Admission, complimentary light tapas and a cash bar, 410-528-1968
cash or check written to Area 405,
credit cards through brown paper tickets (see our web site for details) www.area405.com, look us up on facebook - become a fan!, https://www.facebook.com/Area405
Area 405
405 East Oliver Street
Baltimore, Maryland 21202
Friday and Saturday June 24-25, 2011 8:00pm
Carmen de Vicente's Portrait of Spain at the Gunston Arts Center in Arlington
From the press release: Under the artistic direction of Carmen de Vicente, experience the energy and excitement that typifies Spain! Performing in its 15th year, Carmen de Vicente Spanish Dance Academy will orchestrate yet another vibrant performance with authentic costumes, music and dance. Audiences can expect to be mesmerized by performances from special guests Sergio Bernal-Alonso, premier dancer of the Royal Conservatory of Madrid, and Olga María Ramos, accomplished Cuplé singer from Madrid, in addition to Carmen de Vicente, Requiebros Spanish Dance Group, and Carmen de Vicente Castanet Ensemble.
For more information and to order tickets on-line, please go to www.carmendevicente.com or send an email to:
Portrait of Spain is sponsored in part by the Arlington County through the Arlington Commission for the Arts and the Cultural Affairs Division of the Department of Parks, Recreation and Community Resources & the Embassy of Spain.
Carmen de Vicente Presents: Portrait of Spain
Friday, June 24 and Saturday, June 25, 2011 at 8pm
GUNSTON ARTS CENTER
2700 S. Lang Street
Arlington, VA 22206
Advanced tickets $25; after June 15th $30
Monday June 27, 2011 - Friday July 1, 2011
Flamenco workshop with Sergio Bernal-Alonso, premier dancer of the Royal Conservatory of Madrid
From the press release:
Born in Madrid, Spain, Sergio Bernal-Alonso began to study Spanish dance at the age of 4. In 2002, he was admitted to the prestigious Madrid Royal Conservatory of Dance and the following year performed as a guest artist in Carlos Saura's film Iberia. In 2004 he joined Madrid's Flamenco Ballet and has since performed as a soloist, a guest artist, and an active participant in different choreographies with well-known Masters, such as Julia Estévez, Gloria López, and Marilo. In 2009, he was the main dancer in Pléyade and in Madrid's International Gala Dance, under the direction of Miguel Fuentes. In 2009 he participated in the production of "El corazón de piedra verde" by Spain's National Ballet and also won the National Award of Spanish Dance in that same year. Sergio has a Masters in Spanish Dance from the Royal Conservatory of Madrid, Spain. At present, he is both a soloist, and a member of the Rafael Estévez and Nani Paños' dance company and has performed under the direction of renowned Spanish filmmaker Carlos Saura.
Concentrating on the technique of footwork, stylistic hand, arm, and torso movements, students will have the opportunity to incorporate techniques when they learn Tangos and other dance forms under the direction of Sergio Bernal-Alonso. All levels of students welcome.
Wednesday June 29, 2011 12:00pm
Furia Flamenca at the Forum of Sidney Harman Hall
Happenings at the Harman brings the community up close and personal with the performers and performances at the Harman Center for the Arts as well as throughout the metro-DC community. Held on Wednesdays from 12:00 to 1:00pm, these free performances feature some of the leading artists and thinkers of the day as they explore the synergy between the performances on our city's stages and the events that shape our community and world.
Seating is based on availability and is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Saturday July 9, 2011 8:00pm
Flamenco Night at Divino Lounge in Bethesda
Dancers Edwin Aparicio, Yolit Yospe and Sarah Hart, singer Hector Márquez with guitarist Behzad Habibzai.
$60 per person + tax and tip, $25 show only at 10pm. Room capacity is limited. Reservation is highly recommended.
Divino Lounge is located at 7345-B Wisconsin Ave in Bethesda, Maryland. One block away from the Bethesda metro on the Red Line. Call 240-497-0300 or visit the Divino Lounge website for more info.
July 13-19, 2011
Flamenco Masterclasses with Manuel Liñán at DC Dance Collective
Prices
Packaged Discount Rates:
$280 full 7-days, single level ($40/class)
$490 full 7-days, both levels ($35/class)
Drop-In Rate:
$45 single class, drop-in rate
Cash/checks only
Please make checks payable to Edwin Aparicio and send to:
9204 Daleview Court
Silver Spring, MD 20901
Location
Classes will be held at DC Dance Collective
4908 Wisconsin Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20016
(202)362-7244
15-minute walk from Frienship Heights Metro Station (Red Line)
Registration and Contact
Limited capacity, please RSVP and send your payment as soon as possible to guarantee your space. Reservations are subject to cancellation until payment is received in full.
Please make checks payable to Edwin Aparicio and send to:
9204 Daleview Court
Silver Spring, MD 20901
To register for classes or to inquire about this workshop, please fill out the form or send an e-mail to Edwin Aparicio at
When registering, please specify which day(s) and level(s) you would like to sign up for.
Friday and Saturday August 19-20, 2011 8:00pm
Gipsy Kings at Wolf Trap
These artists need no introduction and DC locals know very well that Wolf Trap is one of the best places to enjoy the music while appreciating the great outdoors. TIP: get a lawn seat because that's where the party is. :-)
Saturday October 8, 2011 1:00pm
Flamenco by Miguelito at Taste of DC, Culinary Stage
Guitarist Miguelito performing with flamenco dancers Ginette and Marsha Bonet-Savchenko at 1:00pm. FREE! Culinary Stage is located at 11th and Pennsylvania across from the Old Post Office Pavilion. Event Map.
Saturday October 8, 2011 3:00pm
Natalia Monteleón's Arte Flamenco in Latino Fest in Towson, Maryland
Natalia Monteleón's Arte Flamenco dance company performing with guitarist Torcuato Zamora. FREE admission. More info at the Latino Fest website.
Thursday through Sunday October 20-23, 2011
Flamenco Aparicio and Anna Menéndez & Company in the Velocity DC Dance Festival at Sidney Harman Hall
Flamenco Aparicio and Anna Menéndez & Company are performing every day of the Festival which takes place at Sidney Harman Hall at 610 F St NW Washington DC. See schedule and order your tickets online or call the Harman Center Box Office at (202)547-1122
The annual event returns for its third year, featuring performances by prominent local dance companies in a dynamic showcase of the best of Washington dance. Presented in partnership with the Shakespeare Theatre Company and Dance/MetroDC
Sunday October 23, 2011 3:00pm
Flamenco Aparicio at The Garth Newel Music Center in Warm Springs, Virginia
Friday and Saturday October 28-29, 2011 8:00pm
Compañía Flamenca José Porcel in "Gypsy Fire" at GMU Center for the Arts in Fairfax, Virginia
More info at the GMU Center for the Arts website for Friday and Saturday.
Thursday-Sunday November 17-20, 2011 8:00pm (Sunday show at 3:00pm)
Flamenco Algarabía with Ana González and José Barrios & Company at GALA Hispanic Theatre
From the press release:
GALA collaborates with Madrid's renowned Fundación Conservatorio Flamenco Casa Patas to bring to Washington, DC the electrifying Ana González and José Barrios, and other internationally acclaimed flamenco artists for four exclusive engagements. Ticket: $18-$30
Monday November 21, 2011 8:00pm-10:00pm
Open Sevillanas and Flamenco Party at Las Tapas
Guitarist Miguelito playing Sevillanas and flamenco for any who wish to dance, listen or jam! Bring your dance shoes, castañuelas and musical instruments. No cover, no minimum. Just come and enjoy authentic music of Andalucía!
Feel free to invite more people. The more the merrier!
Las Tapas is located at 710 King St in Old Town Alexandria, Virginia.
Organized by Miles Hamby. For more info call 703-768-1353 or email at
Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday November 21, 22 & 23, 2011
Flamenco Dance Workshop by Ana González at Emily Mazzotti Dance School in Crystal City, Virginia
Emily Mazzotti presents
Flamenco Dance Workshop November 21st, 22nd and 23rd, 2011 with Ana González (Cádiz, Spain) on tour with José Barrios Company!
Levels:
-Beginner/Basic 7:00pm to 8:00pm
-Intermediate/Advanced 8:15pm to 9:15pm
Costs:
-1 level 3 days package $100.00
-2 levels 3 days package $180.00
-1 single hour $40.00
To register or for more information send an email to
-All payments in advance
-Deadline to register: November 15, 2011
-Payment is required to reserve a space
-Limited capacity of 20 students per class only
-After November 15, prices will increase 15% ($115, $197, $46)
-At the door, prices will increase 20% ($120, $216, $48)
Friday-Saturday November 25-26, 2011 7:00pm
Taberna del Alabardero DC presents Casa Patas
From the press release:
Performing 2 nights at Taberna del Alabardero
Flamenco Show & Dinner
1st Performance begins at 7pm
Friday, November 25th & Saturday, November 26th
$80 per person
1776 I Street NW (entrance on 18th Street)
202-429-2200 taberna.dc@alabardero.com
Saturday November 26, 2011 time 11:00am & 2:00pm
Flamenco en Familia at GALA Hispanic Theatre
From the press release
Free interactive demonstrations in castanets, fans and zapateo for children and the entire family led by Lourdes Elías, co-director of the Spanish Dance Society, and other local flamenco artists.
Sunday November 27, 2011 4:00pm
"Seeking Spain" Film screening and performance by flamenco singer Esperanza Fernández & guitarist Richard Marlow at National Gallery of Art East Building
From the press release:
Curated by the National Gallery of Art, this two-day event features iconic, rarely-screened films exploring the spirit of Spain, including portraits of the Spanish Civil War era and modern flamenco culture – as well as a flamenco set with ESPERANZA FERNANDEZ in live performance.
Sunday, Nov. 27 @ 4:00pm
The Devil is a Woman (Josef von Sternberg, 1935)
El Amor Brujo (Carlos Saura, 1986)
Performance by Esperanza Fernández, cantaora, and Richard Marlow, guitar.
Commentary by Josep Colomer and Antonio Muñoz Molina.
Friday-Sunday December 2-4, 2011 8:00pm (Sunday show at 3:00pm)
Flamenco Men with the Flamenco Aparicio Dance Company
From the press release:
Edwin Aparicio, who appears regularly at national and international dance festivals, has created a stunning new work featuring male dancers only. Ticket: $18-$30
Saturday-Sunday December 3-4, 2011 (Saturday 2pm & 8pm/Sunday 2pm)
Flamenco singer Esperanza Fernández and PostClassical Ensemble in El Amor Brujo/The Soldier's Tale at Georgetown University Gonda Theater
From the press release:
A new production of Falla's demonic flamenco masterpiece starring the legendary flamenco cantaora ESPERANZA FERNANDEZ in her DC debut.
El Amor Brujo originated as a 35-minute gypsy entertainment supported by a small pit orchestra. Today, we know this work only through its popular orchestral suite, including the torrid Ritual Fire Dance. PostClassical Ensemble's new production restores to Amor Brujo its narrative, dance, and flamenco song components.
Sunday December 4, 2011 6:00pm
Flamenco singer Esperanza Fernández masterclass at Born2Dance Studio in Vienna, Virginia
From the press release:
We are very honored and pleased to announce an upcoming master class with cantaora Esperanza Fernández on Sunday, December 4th at 6:00pm at the Born 2 Dance Studios in Vienna, VA. She will be offering a cante class geared for dancers, musicians and singers alike. This is a unique opportunity to learn from one of the most recognized figures in cante of the present time. The class will be beneficial for not only those interested in the flamenco cante, but also dancers who want to learn more about the interaction with the singer.
The cost of the master class is $35. Payment will be accepted in CASH ONLY!
Space will be EXTREMELY limited! Therefore we ask that you pre-register by sending an email to:
For directions to the studio feel free to visit the Born 2 Dance website at: www.born2dancestudio.com
Don't miss out on this great opportunity! Pre-register today!
Due to the limited space, pre-registration required to secure your space in the class.
ESPERANZA FERNÁNDEZ
Esperanza Fernández constitutes an unparalleled example of the most ambitious creativity and, in highlighting some of the most ambitious flamenco creativity, and in highlighting some of the artists with the great influence on the expansive direction of flamenco, she doubtlessly occupies a privileged place beside other great artists such as Enrique Morente, Carmen Linares and Mayte Martín. After an increasingly successful career spanning more than ten years, Esperanza Fernández, from Triana, continues to attract the attention of a great many enthusiasts.
She blossomed professionally as one of the artists in Mario Maya's show, "Amargo," which was based on spectacular choreography and the poems of Federico García Lorca. Spurred on exclusively by her restless artistic personality, form that moment on Esperanza took on the most varied projects. She participated in Manuel de Falla's "El amor brujo", which has been staged with many different orchestras and has even been recorded.
Afterwards, performers of such talent as violinist Yehudi Menuhin and singers Miriam Makeba (from South Africa) and Noa from Israel), on different occasions, made it possible for her electrifying voice to reach an audience that by no means listens exclusively to flamenco., For anyone—and we must add her contributions to records such as "Potro de rabia y miel" by Camaron de la Isla, "Los gitanos cantan a Lorca", "Cruce de caminos" y "Oratorrio por Ceferino" - it is no secret that there is hardly any musical committment that the cantaora has not undertaken at some time through her recordings and her well-attended tours.
Esperanza Fernández' career presents, at this stage, a landscape sparkling with classicism (she reencountered Falla in "El duente, la molinera y el corregidor" and in "Siete canciones espanolas"), of adventure in sound together with the French jazz musician Jean Marc Padovani, and of cultural blending with the Moroccan community, with whom she created the "Almadia" show.
She has been the guest star of the Spanish National Ballet in "El Cafe de Chinita" show; at the Seville FLamenco Art Biennial show she presented "Cuatro guitarras y una voz" and she is preparing, among others, the "Zahori" show with bailaor Miguel Vargas.
In 2008 Esperanza presented "Recuerdos" in several Spanish cities, collaborated again with the Spanish National Ballet (Teatro Real in Madrid, Music and Dance Festival in Las Palmas, Torino, Teatro de la Maestranza in Seville), and also performing her flamenco concerts in Spain and abroad: Banlieus Festival in Paris, Spring Festical in El Cairo, Theatre of Mexico City D.F., Festival Tanger sin Fronteras, Naples, Vienna, and Tampere to name a few places where she performed.
In 2009 the Flamenco Biennial in Seville granted her the prize El Giraldillo. She has also been awarded with the Prize Al Andalus.
Guitarist/singer César Oretea will be flying in from Miami to join his brother guitarist/singer José for a special one night performance at Las Tapas 710 King St in Old Town Alexandria, Virginia. Call 703-836-4000.
From the press release:
Berklee, the world's leading contemporary music school and alma mater to 74 Grammy Award winners like John Mayer and Quincy Jones, will return to the Kennedy Center to perform as part of the 
Local flamenco dance company Furia Flamenca under the direction of Estela Velez brings to life some of the works of Federico García Lorca, poet, playwright, artist, and composer in an evening of dance, poetry, and song. Federico García Lorca was killed in the Spanish Civil war by Fascists in 1936 at the age of 38. Amongst the works portrayed are some of his most famous collections of poems including the Romancero Gitano (Gypsy Ballads) which includes Prendimiento de Antonito El Camborio en el Camino de Sevilla and Muerte de Antonito perhaps a foreboding of Lorca's own death. His words are filled with passion for life, love, and death as in the lament to the bullfighter, Llanto por Ignacio Sánchez Mejias. His Gypsy spirit is also present in his songs from the joyful sounds of Sevillanas del Siglo XVIII to the haunting and melancholy Zorongo. Guitarists Guillermo Christie and Torcuato Zamora, percusionist Antonio Castro-Ossorio, violinist Andrea Vercoe, and singers Jorge Porta and Margarita Ossorio join Furia Flamenca to bring you the passion of Federico García Lorca.
We are very excited to announce the upcoming Master Classes with renowned flamenco dancer and teacher Miguel Vargas taking place at the Joy of Motion Dance Center on March 4-6. Please find information on the workshops below. For additional information and to register, please visit the Joy of Motion Dance Center's website at 
Joining Pan American Symphony Orchestra (PASO) for a riveting performance of Spanish and Arabic music is the Middle East's most famous oud (Arabic lute) player, folk singer, and classical composer, Marcel Khalifé. Suite Andalouse, Khalifé's own composition that blends traditional Arabic musical traditions with Spanish flamenco elements, moves the listener with its intense and poetic beauty. Bachar Khalifé joins him on percussion. Special guests from Spain are flamenco dancers Carmela Greco, María Juncal, La Truco, and Pepa Molina.
As guitarist, composer, dramatist, producer and artistic mentor, Paco Peña embodies both the authenticity and innovation in flamenco and has transformed perceptions of this archetypal Spanish art form. Since 1970 Paco Peña has performed regularly with his own hand-picked company of dancers, guitarists and singers in a succession of groundbreaking shows proving that the soul of flamenco lies in the authentic expression of emotions through music and dance.
Pastora Flamenco will be making its Washington DC debut on April 30th, 2011 under the artistic direction of Anna Menendez in its production of "PRIMEROS PASOS" (first steps). In "Primeros Pasos" Anna leads dancers Pam de Ocampo, Jennifer Graham, Cecilia Terrasa and Yolit Yospe with Guitarist Behzad Habibzai and percussionist Alfredo Darquea. This emerging dance company will be presenting brand new works and features guest artist, singer, Alfonso Cid, in the exciting and intimate setting of the Warehouse Theater.
Flamenco show featuring dancers Edwin Aparicio, Anna Menéndez, Tamara Sol, guitarist Behzad Habibzai and singer Hector Márquez. $45 per person plus tax and tip. $15 show only. 
Hour-long performance with brief lecture featuring dancers Ginette and Pam de Ocampo accompanied by guitarist Miguelito. Admission is FREE! Performance will take place at Alexandria Central Library's beautiful central courtyard which is located at 
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Under the artistic direction of Carmen de Vicente, experience the energy and excitement that typifies Spain! Performing in its 15th year, Carmen de Vicente Spanish Dance Academy will orchestrate yet another vibrant performance with authentic costumes, music and dance. Audiences can expect to be mesmerized by performances from special guests Sergio Bernal-Alonso, premier dancer of the Royal Conservatory of Madrid, and Olga María Ramos, accomplished Cuplé singer from Madrid, in addition to Carmen de Vicente, Requiebros Spanish Dance Group, and Carmen de Vicente Castanet Ensemble.
From the press release:
Dancers Edwin Aparicio, Yolit Yospe and Sarah Hart, singer Hector Márquez with guitarist Behzad Habibzai.
For the detailed schedule and to register, visit 
Guitarist Miguelito playing Sevillanas and flamenco for any who wish to dance, listen or jam! Bring your dance shoes, castañuelas and musical instruments. No cover, no minimum. Just come and enjoy authentic music of Andalucía!
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