Greetings from Seville! It was a busy summer / early fall:

Residency at Jacob's Pillow with Noche Flamenca.
Dance & Rhythm workshops at Flynn Center for the Performing Arts.
Lots of classes in NYC for all levels, which ended with an amazing
FLAMENCO SHOWCASE and CHARITY EVENT. Thanks to everyone for your support... and undying love for El Arte Flamenco! (Your generosity also allowed a $550 donation to be made to Earths Angels Canine Rescue.)

Once again I am a very proud profe. These students worked hard to learn their Tangos, Seguiriya, and Bulerías de Jerez. The place was packed - and from the jaleos we heard backstage, the audience was thrilled !!!! Fotos are now posted in the Gallery. For those of you who missed it- video is on the way!

Congratulations to those who won free classes and an entire Flamenco Workshop in Jan '09. Ole!

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GREAT GRANT NEWS: I've received a grant as an individual artist from Fractured Atlas. This funding allows me to continue bringing Flamenco - inspired by my second home of Andalucía - to New York through education and performance.

The Field has offered me a position as Artist in Residency at the Abron Arts Center. Stay tuned for announcements about those in-house workshops and performances.

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Time for the next Curso de Compás! See you Dec 19 (7-9pm) & Dec 20 (3-5pm) at Roy Arias 218 West 37th St, 5th Floor. Details and Flyer HERE... To register by December 10th and save over 20% off drop-in rate- please use paypal PAY NOW button below. You will be emailed a confirmation.

Flamenco Rhythm Workshop for Musicians, Dancers, & Aficionados

$55 for both days when paid in full by 12/10 (20 0iscount)

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SHOWS TO SEE in NEW YORK this Fall / Winter

December 26-30:
NOCHE FLAMENCA celebrates NEW YEARS in NYC at Joe's Pub This show is not to be missed. Amazing performers and an intimate venue - just remember to reserve for dinner if you want a seat! See you there....

February 2009:
Hurry!!!! Good seats for the FLAMENCO FESTIVAL 2009 will start selling out soon! See the FARRUCOS, Antonio Gades, Isabel Bayon, and other amazing artists.

My first inspiration for returning always to Sevilla, Familia Farruco is "a famous flamenco dynasty known for its powerful performances... Conceived and directed by acclaimed dancer Farruquito, grandson of the legendary patriarch El Farruco, this program features La Farruca, daughter of El Farruco, noted for her passionate dancing; her son, Farruco, a rising star in flamenco known for his intense performance style and amazing footwork; La Faraona, dubbed “the mother of buleria” by her father El Farruco; Barullo, grandson of El Farruco, who maintains the elegance of traditional flamenco dance; two guitarists; and three singers." VAMO' YA!

Saturday, February 21, 2009:
Estrella Morente sings at Carnegie Hall! This powerful singer, daughter of renowned singer Enrique Morente and dancer Aurora Carbonell, has "dazzled audiences and critics alike with her compelling performances of flamenco and popular Spanish songs in the Andalusian tradition." Visit the Carnegie Hall Website

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Local Gigs -
Magdalena & Friends Perform around Town:

Dec 20:
Holiday Flamenco Night at @ Pan Latin Cafe in Tribeca! "This neighborhoody spot has a Latino soul..." (New York Magazine). Reservations recommended- limited seating! 212-571-3860

Next Date TBA:
Magdalena joins Cristian Puig & Monica Herrera of "De Luna a Lunares" at XUNTA Tapas Bar. Two sets, 8:30pm-10:00pm. 174 1st Ave (bet 10th & 11th) No Cover!

Stay tuned for the next event with OUTDOORBOUND Dance, Clap, Stomp, Drink... and be Merry. Enjoy a wine tasting and a lesson! Check out these fotos (courtesy Solvara.com) from the last time.

Next Date TBA:
Magdalena performs at Meson Asturias with Dancer/Singer Aurora Reyes and Guitarist Basilio of Flamenco Latino. Meson is at 40-12 83rd St. Shows at 9 & 11pm,... no cover! Good Spanish food & full bar. Reservations 718-446-9154.





Past Events

The Big Apple went to the Mini-Apple: Last March Magdalena taught Kristina de Sacramento's Anda Flamenco Company in Minneapolis.

Student Showcase at Lafayette Grill: Click here for some beautiful photos by Agusto Murillo.