  The Flamenco del Pueblo Viejo Student Company is a group of dedicated students who have committed themselves to more intensive training in the art of flamenco. Through the Flamenco del Pueblo Viejo Company Project, directed by Mele Martinez, students can broaden their studies in technique, rhythm, body awareness, and flamenco structure and improvisation. The program allows members to examine new choreography and musical composition, train through regular rehearsals, and offers opportunities to understand the beauty and complexity of flamenco in live performance. Company members grow towards becoming a new generation of American flamenco artists! The student company will perform Friday, August 22nd at 8 pm at Casa Vicente Restaurant 375 S Stone Ave. Tucson, AZ 85701 Call 884-5253 for reservations! Past Performances and Events: THE FLAMENCO DEL PUEBLO VIEJO STUDENT COMPANY (& Kids too!) will perform at the Tucson Children's Museum! Saturday, July 26th from 1-2:30 pm Don't miss it! The Children's Museum is located at 200 S. 6th Avenue - visit www.tucsonchildrensmuseum.org for more info! The student company will also perform Saturday, July 26th at 8 pm at Casa Vicente Restaurant 375 S Stone Ave. Tucson, AZ 85701 Call 884-5253 for reservations! Click here for FDPV Student Co. BOOKING Jason will perform with Cuatro Caminos Arts and Flamenco on Saturday, July 19th at 8:00pm. The concert will be held at the Los Angeles Theater Center. For tickets go to www.caminoskarina.com or call 310-372-6032.  DOMINGO FLAMENCO MAY 2008! Below is info for our Recital, Special Workshops, Meet the Artists, and Tablao Show: Flamenco del Pueblo Viejo Student Recital!
When: Friday, May 23rd 8:00 pm and Saturday, May 24th 8:00 pm Where: Casa Vicente Restaurant, 375 S. Stone Avenue Reservations: Call Casa Vicente at 520-884-5253 Featuring students of all ages along with the Flamenco del Pueblo Viejo Student Company:
Carmen Pavlic, Esther Sanchez-Gomez, Claire Conrad, and Bianca Mendoza Music by guitarist: Jon Banuelos, cajon: Jason Martinez, and Director: Mele Martinez. Join us for an evening of food, fun and flamenco!  Domingo Flamenco Workshops
Free Kid's Workshop! (Ages 5-13)
Saturday, May 24th 2-3 pm with instructors Mele and Jason Martinez Kids will learn flamenco tangos, palmas, percussion, song and dance. Don't miss this opportunity to include your child in a cultural experience like no other! Palmas/Cajon
Sunday, May 25th 11:00 am -12:00 pm with instructor Jason Martinez Flamenco del Pueblo Viejo will offer a workshop in palmas (flamenco hand-clapping) and cajon (the flamenco drum) for all musicians, dancers, and flamenco enthusiasts taught by our own Jason Martinez! Mr. Martinez is a seasoned dancer and percussionist who has study flamenco with some of the greatest flamenco legends of this country and of Spain. For info on the instructor visit www.myspace.com/2muchsoniquete Study in Alegrias Sunday, May 25 12:00-1:00 pm with Elena Osuna  Dancer Elena Osuna of Yjastros: The American Flamenco Repertory Company, and soloist who has toured in Mexico, Spain, and throughout the US, will offer a workshop of traditional flamenco dance! To see photos of Elena Osuna's workshop click here Photos and scroll down.Toque Flamenco
Sunday, May 25 12:00-1:00 pm with Ricardo Anglada  Ricardo Anglada is a flamenco guitarist from the region of Northern New Mexico. He is one of the youngest and brightest American flamenco musicians the country has to offer and has toured throughout the United States. The apprentice of the famed flamenco guitarist Jose “Chuscales” Valle of Granada, Anglada received first place at the Concurso Nacional de Flamenco in Festival Flamenco Internacional 2003. He will offer a course in traditional flamenco guitar technique and accompaniment. To learn more about Ricardo Anglada and hear a sample of his original composition go to profile.myspace.com/index.cfmCante Flamenco Sunday, May 25 1:00 - 2:00 pm with Vicente Griego  Internationally recognized flamenco singer Vicente Griego who toured with Compania Jose Greco II, and teaches in the Flamenco program at the University of New Mexico will once again offer his popular flamenco singing workshop. With an immense dedication to the integrity of pure flamenco music, Griego is not only an exquisite voice, but also one of the most sought after flamenco singers in the United States. This workshop will focus on cante chico styles. To learn more about Vicente Griego and his rare talent in cante flamenco visit vicentegriego.com/ Artist Dialogue and Wine Tasting (New DOMINGO Event!)
Sunday, May 25 2:00-4:00 pm $15 Tapas and Wine Tasting on the patio at Casa Vicente, 375 S. Stone Ave A chance to chat with the artists and learn more about flamenco and the American flamenco experience! Dialogue guests include singer - Vicente Griego, guitarist - Ricardo Anglada, dancer - Elena Osuna, dancer - Fabian Sisneros, Flamenco del Pueblo Viejo directors and artists - Mele and Jason Martinez, and proprieter of Tucson's only flamenco tablao - Vicente Sanchez of Casa Vicente Restaurant. TABLAO FLAMENCO!
Casa Vicente Restaurant, 375 S. Stone Ave. $30-68 includes multi-course dinner, drink, and gratuity. Full bar available. Sunday, May 25, 2008 Doors open at 7 pm Reservations are strongly suggested as this event sells out quickly! Call 520-884-5253 One of the best flamenco events of the year in Tucson, Domingo Flamenco's highlight is this intimate performance with acclaimed musicians and dancers in a rare opportunity to see pure flamenco. Artists include Vicente Griego, Ricardo Anglada, Fabian Sisneros, Jason Martinez, Elena Osuna, Mele Martinez with a special opening performance by the Flamenco del Pueblo Viejo Student Company. Come and experience an intense night of music and dance! The comeback performance of Olivia Rojo's acclaimed group FLAMENCO Y MAS. (Click on the image to purchase tickets!) Temple of Music and Art Caberet Theater, Tucson, AZ. January 31st through February 3rd. Two shows nightly. |
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Domingo Flamenco Tablao Show
Featuring talented guest artists, Vicente Griego, Ricardo Anglada, Alisa Alba, and Elena Osuna along with FDPV's own Jason and Mele Martinez and students! Date: Sunday, December 9th, 2007 Time: 1:00 pm and 6:30 pm Where: Casa Vicente, 375 S. Stone Ave, Tucson AZ 85701. Visit www.casavicente.com for directions. Cost: Matinee performance - $25-$25 (includes tapa dish) Evening performance - $60-$70 (includes multi-course dinner) Full bar available. Tickets: Call Casa Vicente Restaurant at 884-5253 |
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