Carmona Flamenco’s performances emphasize a traditional cuadro flamenco setting with ensemble work and “atracciones” featuring the cante, the baile, the guitar, percussion and palmas.

Two fifty minute sets, at 8 pm and 9:30 pm; cover of $20 ($15 for students and seniors) is good for both. Beverages and snacks available. Doors open at 7:30; festival seating. All ages. No credit cards please. More information at 9206) 932-4067 or carmona2@comcast.net.

Two concert quality sets, with new music and old favorites, at 8 pm and 9:30. Cover of $20 ($15 for students and seniors) is good for both.

Solstice offers an excellent selection of wines, beers, coffees, teas and snacks (no dinner menu).

Doors open at 7:30; festival seating. Arrive early for best seating choices. All ages. No credit cards, please.

Luis, born and raised in one of the oldest gypsy neighborhoods, Barrio de Santiago, began his career as a percussionist at the age of 8. He has performed and toured with many great Flamenco artists known to us, such as Antonio del Pipa, Fernando de la Morena,El Capullo, Moraito, Diego Carrasco, Angelita Vargas and has come to the Bay Area with Maria “Chacha” Bermudez several times. As a lyricist, his letras have been recorded widely and as a percussionist, he can be heard on many CDs. Joining Arte Flamenco onstage  is also Estefania, who resides in Jerez .

Join us for a Flamenco infused night at Paloma, where great art, food and wine are in perfect harmony and rhythm!

Luis de la Tota: Palmas, Voice
Estefania: Palmas, Voice
Esther Marion: Dance
Ben Phipps: Guitar

Cafe Paloma, cover $ 12, Res.: (206) 405 1920, 93 Yesler Way, Seattle Wa., more info: www.esthermarion.com

Luis de la Tota is a beloved teacher known for his ability to share the secrets of Flamenco compas with endless energy, humor and grace. Born in one of the oldest Gypsy neighborhoods of Jerez de la Frontera, el Barrio de Santiago, Luis began his career as a percussionist at the age of 8. Currently he tours with Flamencos’ top artists such as Antonio de la Pipa, Fernando de la Morena, El Capullo, Moraito, Diego Carrasco, Angelita Vargas and has come to the Bay Area several times with Maria “Chacha” Bermudez. As Flamenco lyricist, his verses have been recorded widely and his  work as a percussionist can be heard on many CDs.

This workshop is recommended for dancers, guitarists and cante enthusiasts of all levels. It is also recommended for percussionists of other genres interested in expanding their repertoire. For more info, contact nwfcollective@gmail.com, (510) 435-8655. Private and semi-private cajon/compas classes also available upon request.

More info about Luis de la Tota and reviews of his workshops can be found at www.esthermarion.com, under Arte Flamenco.

Shows at 8pm and 9pm.

Bilbao Spanish Restaurant &
Tapas Bar
4500  9th Ave. NE
Seattle, (206) 547-5034.

www.flamencogitana.com

Seattle Classes For Kids 8 – 12 Years Old.

Classes are held at the Meadow Brook Community Center, 10515 35th Ave NE, next to Nathan Hale High School in Seattle.
Thursdays 4:30 – 5:30 pm. January 12 – March 22, no class February 23.
$90 for 10 classes.
Please contact Maestra Gitana for more information.

Bellevue/East Side Classes for Teens and Children

Classes are held at the Emerald Ballet Theater, 12368 Northup Way, Bellevue, WA 98005. (425) 883-3405.
Teens: Mondays 5:30 – 6:30 pm and 6:30 – 7:30 pm.
Children: Mondays 5 – 5:30 pm.
Open to students of Ballet II, IIA, IIB, III, IIIA, IV, and IVA. Class will perform in the spring show.
Last class of fall term is Dec. 12; classes resume Jan. 9.
$16 per class or $120 for class card.
Register with Maestra Gitana by calling (206) 706-7396.

Learn the exciting rhythms and footwork of flamenco, the dance that originates with the gypsies of southern Spain. The Spanish Dance Society, an international organization dedicated to excellence in Spanish dance, teaches flamenco through a structured syllabus and certificate program.

Maria Gitana, a Maestra de Baile with S.D.S, offers technique for castanets, arms, turns and footwork and a complete choreography each 8 week session. Women need a long full skirt and all students need to wear sturdy heeled shoes (new and gently used flamenco shoes available for purchase). Castanets are available for purchase at class for $25-$40, or bring your own.

All the classes listed below are held at the Flamenco Gitana Studio, Room 7, located in the old Crown Hill School building, 9250 14th Ave NW, Seattle, where Holman Rd meets 15th Ave NW.

Beginning Level/Ingreso for Adults

Experimental College course 15.03401, Section 1.
Tuesdays 7 – 8:30 pm. January 17 – March 6.
$125 for general public, $105 for UW students.
Register online or call (206) 68-LEARN.

Continuing Beginning Level/Primer Año for Adults

Seattle Central Community College Continuing Education course 6514.
Tuesdays 6 – 7 pm. January 10 – February 28.
$90 for 8 classes.
Register online or call (206) 587-5448 if their online registration does not work with your web browser.

New beginning level students are welcome to join the Tuesday classes. The Wednesday classes are for more advanced students with previous flamenco experience.

Intermediate Level/Segundo Año for Adults

Seattle Central Community College Continuing Education course 6515.
Wednesdays 6 – 7 pm. January 11 – February 29.
Prerequisite: Primer Año classes or equivalent.
$90 for 8 classes.
Register online or call (206) 587-5448 if their online registration does not work with your web browser.

Advanced Level/Tercer Año for Adults

Experimental College course 15.03401, Section 2.
Wednesdays 7 – 8:30 pm. January 18 – March 7.
$125 for general public, $105 for UW students.
Register online or call (206) 68-LEARN.

Bellevue/East Side Classes for Adults

Classes are held at the Emerald Ballet Theater, 12368 Northup Way, Bellevue, WA 98005. (425) 883-3405.
Mondays 1 – 2:30 pm.
Last class of fall term is Dec. 12; classes resume Jan. 9.
$16 per class or $120 for class card.
Register with Maestra Gitana by calling (206) 706-7396.

Ben Phipps, Emma La Margarita, Daniel Azcarate, and Stephanie Hughes perform at Agua Verde (University District) at 7pm.

Come hungry for dinner and hungry for flamenco.  No cover.

See www.cuerdasyclavos.com for more information.

New classes for beginners will start the first week of February with Sevillanas at 6 and Tango de Malaga at 7.

To register, call the dance studio at 783-0775, or just show up on the first day of class. For more info, contact Rubina at (206) 932-4067 or carmona2@comcast.net.

Also, Cante for Dancers continues Sundays at noon on the north end, with a class in Columbia City to resume on Wednesdays at 7:30 after the holidays. Contact Rubina for more information.