 OUR TEACHING PHILOSOPHY Our main goal in fostering this art form, an art given so freely to us, is to equip all those interested in learning flamenco with the most essential and fundamental tools to make their experience fulfilling and enjoyable. In addition, it is of the utmost inportance to us as teachers to make sure that the art is preserved and presented with full respect and dignity, staying true to that which makes it flamenco. We are not interested in promoting a style or personal likes and dislikes. We want the student to develop opinions and stylistic choices on their own, having first fully grasped the basics that those great flamenco artists who went before us all developed over many years. We equate baile (dance) with music. There can be no separation between them. As a result, understanding flamenco as music first is a priority. Consequesntly, our desire is that the student will learn the art of improvisation, which is the true nature of flamenco and many forms of music. Flamenco cante (singing) is the heart and very essence of the art, and the guitar and dance should reflect the cante. ABOUT THE TEACHERS Jason and Mele Martinez are former members of Yjastros: The American Flamenco Repertory Company directed by Joaquin Encinias. Each were featured as soloists and were original members of this unique flamenco troupe that recieved the highest level training in the United States and regular study with some of Spain's most important flamenco artists including Alejandro Granados, Isreal Galvan, Juana Amaya, La Tati, and more. Both Jason and Mele Martinez have studied intensely at the Conservatory of Flamenco and the Annual Festival Flamenco Internacional. Both have also taught children and adults for the Conservatory of Flamenco and were guest instructors for Festival Flamenco Internacional. Tucson became their home in 2006 and since have been teaching ongoing flamenco classes and providing flamenco workshops for the Tucson community with some of the country's best artists in flamenco singing, guitar, and dance. For schedule and fees click: 2011 Important to note: 1) All classes are held at Casa Vicente Dance Studio, 375 S. Stone Ave. The studio is located directly behind Casa Vicente Restaurant south of 14th street in downtown Tucson. Studio is accessible from the "alley" behind the restaurant Russell Ave. See map below:  2) Regarding fees: All purchases are non-refundable and in some cases are not exchangeable. We accept check or cash at the studio and credit card online. All classes must be paid in full before student attends their first class. Please make checks payable to: Flamenco del Pueblo Viejo. There is a $25 fee for returned checks. 3) Students with medical conditions or past injuries should consult with their doctor before attending classes. All students must fill out a registration form before they begin classes. If you have any questions regarding the physical fitness required for our classes at any level, please email us, and thanks! |
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