Flamenco Workshop

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	Flamenco Dance Class with Andrea La Canela Sunday May 4, 2008 from 1:00-4:30pm -photo by Steve Di Bartolomeo 1:00-2:30pm Class 2:30-3:00pm Break 3:00-4:30pm Class Registration is Now Closed for Flamenco Workshop! ___________________________________________ We have an informative afternoon covering the basics of Spanish gypsy flamenco & it's rhythm. You will learn floreo(hands), braseo(arms), and some taconeo(footwork). Hips are very important in flamenco especially in the gypsy tango to be taught. Class will include a short choreography so you can "say something" with your dance. This includes an entrance, calling in singer, body of dance, & exit. Andrea has been performing & teaching professionally for the last 17 years. A soloist for years, as well as producing flamenco shows, performing among top artists from USA & Spain with the help of various grants. Since teaming with Quijote for 12 yrs, Andrea has led her own company “ Los Flamencos del Pueblo” in Santa Cruz, CA. Andrea's teaching style opens doors for people to this ancient art & includes musical understanding of the flamenco rhythms. Andrea also does palmas, castanets & sings. For questions concerning the class: email andrealacanela@yahoo.com Check out Performance of Andrea with El Quijote who is singing & playing guitar. Andrea is dancing Tientos, the end of which goes into Tango. (10 min) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7U9hWl3OKZE What to wear: No special shoes required (barefoot or dance shoes ok) Please wear a loose calf or ankle length skirt & comfortable top you can raise your arms in. Bring water & a snack as there will be a 30 minute break to include watching performance on DVD. Audio recorder advised. Students may video record class at end per Andrea. *she will let you know when videoing will be allowed Separate pay system - Space is limited & only guaranteed to those who register in advance! Student Class cards not valid for Flamenco workshop. All Sales Final / No Refunds unless event is cancelled