The Flamenco Studio was established in 2000 by Simone Pope as a centre for flamenco dance tuition and performance in Brisbane. Since it’s establishment it has become Brisbane’s best known flamenco dance centre, offering regular general classes, private tuition, student performance groups, workshops, and its yearly student concerts with ¡¡Toma Flamenco!!
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| If you'd like to automatically receive timetable information, along with info on upcoming workshops and performances please email me on simone@simonepope.com requesting that you be put on the Flamenco Studio email list. Flamenco Studio Term 3 New Beginner, Beginner I and Beginner II (Lower) Flamenco Dance Courses NEXT COURSE COMMENCING JUNE 9, 2009
A course comprising 1½ hours per week over five weeks for New Beginners, Beginner I and Beginner II (lower) students (subject to sufficient numbers)
The courses will encompass flamenco technique for upper body and feet, and a short choreography.
New Beginners - absolute beginners!!! No flamenco dance experience and no previous dance experience is necessary! Beginner I - students with at least one term of flamenco dance experience, or strong dance background Beginner II (Lower) - students who've completed at least Beg I level Intensive Bulerias. The level will be taught to Beg II Lower but all levels Beg II up are welcome (great for working on bulerias compás and technique!) Where : ADPI Studio, 31-33 Collingwood St, Albion When : New Beginners & Beginner I Tues 9 June - Tues 7 July New Beginner 6.30 - 8pm Beginner I 8 - 9.30pm (subject to sufficient numbers) : Beginner II (Lower) Bulerias *Note different start date* Mon 15 June - Mon 13 July Beginner II 7 - 8.30pm (subject to sufficient numbers) Cost : One class per week $100, 2 classes per week $185, 3 classes per week $250 or $25 casual per session Term 2 Beginner II (Upper), Intermediate, Ongoing and Technique Classes COMMENCING JUNE 24, 2009 The term will comprise 1¼ hours per week over seven weeks for Beginner II (Upper), Intermediate, Ongoing and Technique students.
Beginner II (Upper) - at least 1-2 years flamenco dance experience Intermediate - at least 2-3 years flamenco dance experience Ongoing - at least 3-4 years flamenco dance experience Technique - open level for all students with at least 6 months flamenco dance experience
When : Brisbane Powerhouse Stores Rehearsal Room, 119 Lamington St, New Farm When : Intermediate and Ongoing Wed 24 June - Wed 12 August Intermediate 7 - 8.15pm Ongoing 8.15 - 9.30pm : Beginner II (Upper) and Technique Thurs 25 June - Thurs 13 August Beg II 7 - 8.15pm Technique 8.15 - 9.30pm **Note there will be no classes on Wed 8th and Thurs 8th of July** Cost : One class per week $125, 2 classes per week $220, 3 classes per week $290 or $19 casual per session Enrolments:
To enrol send cheque
or money order to Simone Pope, GPO Box 1821, Brisbane 4001 indicating
which level you will be attending , or direct deposit to National
Australia Bank account name Simone Pope, BSB 084447, Acct no. 691911478
(please be sure to include the name of the payee). Please accompany
direct deposits with an email to confirm your payment, thank you!
Enquiries - email simone@simonepope.com or phone 07 3846 4909 For Flamenco Dance in Adelaide, go to Flamenco Areti
8 - 12 January 2009 Flamenco Dance and Cajon Summer Workshops with La Chica and Andres!
2009 SUMMER FLAMENCO DANCE AND CAJON WORKSHOPS WITH LA CHICA AND ANDRES FROM SEVILLE Thursday 8th to Sunday 11th January 2009 Presented by The Flamenco Studio About Francesca Grima “La Chica”…..
Francesca studied classical ballet for 15 years at the Daphne Lungaro Conservatory of Dance in Malta. She began her flamenco training in Sydney under Katia Ruiz, Diana Reyes, Manolo Varela and Antonio Vargas and performed at La Campana for 2 years. In Seville she studied flamenco under the renowned dancers and choreographers Manolo Marin, Matilde Coral, and Carmelilla Montoya and has taken courses with Israel Galvan, Alejandro Granado, Pilar Ogalla, Pilar Ortega, Adela Campallo, Manuel Betanzos and Andres Peña. She currently works as a professional flamenco dancer in Seville performing at Curro Velez's tablao “El Arenal” alongside Carmen Montoya, Carmelilla Montoya, Loli Flores, El Jarillo, and Pili Carmona. Francesca has also performed in other tablaos and peñas in Seville including El Palacio Andaluz, Las Brujas, La Carboneria, La Portada, La Peña Flamenca de Arahal and La Sonanta. She participated as a soloist and lead dancer in the flamenco productions “Quienes Somos” in 2005 and 2007 alongside Rosario “La Tremendita”, Amador Rojas and Carmen Blanco. She performed as a solo artist in the Festival “A Compas” in La Sala Endanza with singer Jose “El Tremendo” and guitarist Joselito Acedo. As part of the Bienal de Sevilla 2006, she participated in “Un Homenaje a La Sevillana” in the theatres of Alcalá de Guadaira and Dos Hermanas. In 2006 Francesca performed alongside Carmelilla Montoya and Quisko de Alcalá in the Teatro Real in Malta, and she has also performed in the principal role of Carmen Amaya in Juan Verguillos' production “La Fuente de Carmen Amaya” which took place in Ubeda, Jaen in February 2007. Francesca forms part of the Sevillian company “Sentir Flamenco” where she performs in various productions in Seville and Huelva. For the past 4 years Francesca has been a soloist in the flamenco company Puerto Flamenco alongside Amador Rojas, Antonio Castro “Antoñete” and Jesus Herrera performing at the Khamoro gypsy festival in Prague, the Iagori gypsy festival in Norway, Spancirfest in Croatia, Sziget Festival in Hungary, Dom Omladine in Serbia and the Meandria festival in Greece. For the past seven years Francesca has been the lead dancer of Etnikafe- “Fusion de Flamenco y Jazz” touring and performing in prestigious festivals in Ireland, Italy, France, Spain, Libya, Belgium, Germany, Luxembourg and the Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland. About Andrej Vujicic “Andres” ....
Born in Belgrade 1971, Andrej initiates his international career as a percussionist in Sydney, Australia, performing at the Royal Opera House and various local venues. He moves to Sevilla in the year 2000, where he now resides. In Seville he has collaborated with artists such as Lole Montoya, Manuel Molina, Familia Montoya, Carmelilla Montoya, Carmen Montoya and La negra, Alba Molina, Juan Jose Amador, Enrique El Extremeño, Lalo Tejada, Eduardo Trasierra, “La Tremendita”, Ana Salazar, Encarnita Anillo, Joselito Anillo, Miguel, Paco and Eugenio Iglesias, among others. He participated alongside Juan Lerida, Tomasa la Macanita and Las Montoyas on TV channel Canal Sur, and recorded four CDs of the Solo Compas series with Carmelilla Montoya, Manuela Rios and Manolo Herrera at the OFS studios in Seville. He performed at the Aichi Arts Centre in Nagoya, Japan as well as touring extensively over four continents participating at important festivals such as Festival de Dusseldorf (2006) and The Montreux Jazz Festival (2004). He participated in the Bienal Del Flamenco 2002 in Seville, accompanying Lole Montoya. He is the percussionist of Carmelilla Montoya, and performed with her at the Feria Mundial del Flamenco in Seville, and the Festival de Jerez 2004, as well as numerous performances in Spain and Europe. He also forms part of the Maria Serrano company, with which he toured Germany, Purtugal, Hungary, Austria, Norway, Rumania and Denmark, performing at prestigious Budapest Spring Festival, and Klaustinen Festival in Finland. In Spain he performed in Barcelona, Madrid, Bilbao, Sevilla, Cordoba, Jerez, Cadiz and Malaga collaborating with Carmelilla Montoya or Eduardo Trassierra. For more information, demos and photos: Www.myspace.com/puertoflamencospace http://youtube.com/watch?v=_f9iel750-E 2009 SUMMER FLAMENCO DANCE AND CAJON WORKSHOPS WITH LA CHICA AND ANDRES FROM SEVILLE When: Thursday 8th to Sunday 11th January 2009 Workshops: Level 1 Cajon workshops (Beginners levels) – 4 hours Level 2 Cajon workshops (Experienced players) – 4 hours Level 1 Dance workshops (Beg II/Lower Int - at least 1-2yrs flamenco dance experience) – 7 hours Level 2 Dance workshops (Upper Int/Ongoing - at least 2-3yrs flamenco dance experience) – 7 hours Also Available by Request: Bata de Cola Workshops – private tuition or small groups by arrangement (Thurs 8 th – Mon 12 th Jan). Both Chica and Andrej will be available for Private Tuition on Monday 12 January too (day and evening). Contact Simone (details below). Where : QUT X block, KELVIN GROVE (fully airconditioned dance studios 5 mins from the city,around the corner from the Roundhouse Theatre) Time : Level 1 Cajon Session 1 Thurs 6-8pm (2hrs) Session 2 Sat 1-3pm (2hrs) Level 2 Cajon Session 1 Fri 6-8pm (2hrs) Session 2 Sun 1-3pm (2hrs) Level 1 Dance Session 1 Fri 8-10pm (2hrs) Session 2 Sat 3.30-6pm (2.5hrs) Session 3 Sun 10-12.30pm (2.5hrs) Level 2 Dance Session 1 Thurs 8-10pm (2hrs) Session 2 Sat 10-12.30pm (2.5hrs) Session 3 Sun 3.30-6pm (2.5hrs) Cost: Cajon Level 1 or 2 (4hrs) $110 or $60 per session Dance Level 1 or 2 (7hrs) $190 or $60 per 2hr session/$75 per 2.5hr session Cajons available for hire : $10 for workshop or $5 per session *** Note : Pay for any two full workshops and get a 10% discount off the total! *** Registrations close Wed 31 December 2008!! Enrolments : Please send enrolments to Simone Pope, The Flamenco Studio GPO Box 1821, Brisbane 4001 or email to simone@simonepope.com . Payments can be made to National Australia Bank account name Simone Pope, BSB 084447, Acct no. 691911478 (please be sure to include the name of the payee). Please accompany direct deposits with an email to confirm your payment, thank you! Workshop enquiries ph. Simone Pope on 3846 4909 or email simone@simonepope.com Fri 24 Oct, Sat 25 Oct and Sun 26 Oct 2008 Flamenco dance workshops with Maribel Ramos from Seville NEW TIMES AND DATES! Maribel
Ramos was born in Barcelona in 1977. At the age of 5 she moved
to Almeria, where she began her dance studies at the age of 8.
She first studied in regional folklore dance schools in order
to enter the Professional Conservatory of Almeria, from which
she obtained her degree as a Spanish Dance Teacher. Maribel Ramos “La Zambra” has given workshops throughout the world, from the United States of America to Japan, leaving each time a characteristic trail through her teaching of the traditional Escuela Sevillana style, and a strong impression due to her real professional and human qualities. Official website www.lazambra.es
NEW TIMES AND DATES! Level 1 (6 hrs total) (Beg II/Intermediate) Fri 24 Oct 7-9pm (2hrs) Sat 25 Oct 10am – 12pm (2hrs) Sun 26 Oct 11am – 1pm (2hrs) Level 2 (6 hrs total) (Intermediate/Ongoing) Sat Oct 25th 1.30pm – 5pm (3hrs with ½ hr break) Sun Oct 26th 2.30 – 6pm (3hrs with ½ hr break) Where : QUT X block, Kelvin Grove (fully airconditioned dance studios 5 mins from the city, around the corner from the Roundhouse Theatre) Cost : Level 1 (6hrs) $155 or $55 per session, Level 2 (6hrs) $155 or $80 per session *** Note : Pay for two full workshops and get a 10% discount off the total! *** Please send enrolments to Simone Pope, The Flamenco Studio GPO Box 1821, Brisbane 4001 or email to simflamenco@yahoo.com .Payments can be made to National Australia Bank account name Simone Pope, BSB 084447, Acct no. 691911478 (please be sure to include the name of the payee). Please accompany direct deposits with an email to confirm your payment, thank you! ANY QUERIES PLEASE Ph. Simone Pope on (07) 3846 4909 or email: simflamenco@yahoo.com
Sat 18 Oct and Sun 19 Oct 2008 Flamenco Dance Workshops with Simone Pope (Coolum Beach)
Date: Saturday 18 th & Sunday 19 th October 2008 Time: 10am – 1pm (including ½ hour break) Venue: Coolum Beach School of Dance 132 Greenoaks Drive , Coolum Beach Tickets: $75 (or $40 Saturday workshop only) Bookings: 07 5473 9498 / www.redchair.com.au Back by popular demand, Simone Pope is conducting flamenco dance workshops for Beginner & Experienced Beginner students of all ages.
Guided by some of Spain's finest dancers including - Belen Fernandez, La China , Carmela Greco and Ciro – Simone's contemporary choreographies transfix the audience with their energy & passion.
Founding member of Brisbane based groups Jaleos Flamenco & The Saruzu Quartet (formerly SARS), Simone has performed at major festivals, theatres & concert halls from Tokyo to Adelaide , & almost everywhere in between. Simone has choreographed & performed in all productions of Australia 's only national flamenco company - Flamenco Fire.
Simone annually returns to Spain to immerse herself in the technical & artistic directions of flamenco. She directs the Brisbane Flamenco Studio where she teaches & also hosts workshops by visiting national & international flamenco professionals.
What to Wear: Female students: Closed toe shoe with a solid heel of at least 3cm, ie. character style shoe, comfortable pants or full skirt & leotard/ fitted top.
Male students: Heeled shoe or boot (preferable with a heel of at least 3 cm, such as a cuban style heel), comfortable pants and t-shirt or shirt. Friday 28, Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 March 2008 Olayo Jiménez – Flamenco Singing & Compás Workshops Tomás Arroquero – Flamenco Dance Workshops A weekend of flamenco song, dance and rhythm...!!! Welcoming Olayo Jiménez for his only Australian workshops, and returning to Brisbane the amazing dancer and teacher Tomás Arroquero for another weekend of passionate flamenco dance workshops. Olayo Jimenéz is currently based in Barcelona and has joined the cast of Flamenco Fire especially for the 2008 season of Sol de Otoño. Olayo’s only Australian workshops – singing and compás (flamenco rhythms/ handclapping) - will be held in Brisbane and on the Sunshine Coast. This is a unique opportunity not to be missed. No experience is necessary. Olayo was born in Northern Spain into a Gypsy family of flamenco singers and dancers. For many years Olayo's highly personal vocal style and deep understanding of flamenco have combined to ensure that his talents are constantly in demand. Of his many appearances throughout Europe some of his highlights include The Royal Albert Hall (London) and The Conservatorium of Music (Rotterdam, Holland). Olayo Jiménez Brisbane workshops When - Saturday 29th & Sunday 30th March Time – TBC Duration - Compás – 1 hour/workshop (2hrs total) Singing – 2 hours/workshop (4hrs total) Venue - TBC Cost - Compás - $25 or $40 for both workshops Singing - $60 or $100 for both workshops Bookings – To register your interest in attending these workshops contact Simone Pope at the Flamenco Studio – 07 3846 4909 / simone@simonepope.com Olayo Jiménez Sunshine Coast Workshops When - Sunday 6th April & Monday 7th April Time – TBC Duration - Compás – 1 hour/workshop (2hrs total) Singing – 2 hours/workshop (4hrs total) Venue - TBC Cost - Compás - $25 or $40 for both workshops Singing - $60 or $100 for both workshops Bookings – To register your interest in attending these workshops contact Angie at Red Chair – 07 5473 9498 / bookings@redchair.com.au Private Tuition – Olayo is also offering private tuition between 21st March – 14th April 2008 in Brisbane and on the Sunshine Coast. Contact Angie at Red Chair – 07 5473 9498 / bookings@redchair.com.au – for further information. Tomás Arroquero Brisbane workshops Currently using Seville as his base, Tomás has performed regularly with the London-based company, ‘Flamenco Express’, touring extensively in the United Kingdom. He teaches workshops throughout Europe, and has taught for longer periods as a guest teacher in both Germany and Taiwan. Tomas’ performance highlights have included the Laben Centre (Europe’s foremost contemporary dance centre), and sharing the stage at the Royal Albert Hall with flamenco great – Tomatito. Tomas first joined the cast of Flamenco Fire in 2006. Tomas’ 2007 workshops booked out quickly – don’t miss out! When - Friday 28th - Sunday 30th March Time – TBC Duration - 6 hours each level Levels - Level 1 - Experienced Beginners/Lower Intermediate (min. 1 year flamenco dance experience), Level 2 - Intermediate / Advanced Venue - TBC Cost - $170 Bookings – To register your interest in attending these workshops contact Simone Pope at the Flamenco Studio – 07 3846 4909 / simone@simonepope.com ***Note : Pay for any two singing, compás or dance workshops and get a 10% discount off the total!*** Please note : No refunds can be offered once full registration received. ** Sessions follow on from each other. Please phone Simone if you are unsure of your level***
Monday 7 Jan to Thursday 10 Jan 2008 Flamenco Studio Summer Workshops with La Chica and Andrej Enrolments are now open and payments can be made anytime from now. Please note to ensure your place a deposit of $50 will be required by Fri 21st December. Full payment is required by Monday 31st December.
Based in Seville, Andrej and La Chica are in Australia performing and giving workshops over Dec and Jan in Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney and Byron Bay.
Both are hugely experienced and outstanding performers who tour regularly throughout Europe and perform in the tablaos of Seville. Have a look at www.puertoflamenco.com and their bio’s below.
Cajon workshops - there will be two cajon levels Level 1 - New Beginners/Exp Beginners, Level 2 - Intermediate. Dance workshops – there will be two dance levels Level 1 - Beg II/ Lower Intermediate, Level 2 - Upper Intermediate/ Ongoing
Monday 7th to Thursday 10th January Cajon Level 1 (2 hours total) Mon and Tues 6 -7pm Level 2 (4 hours total) Wed and Thurs 6 -8pm
Dance Level 1 (5 hours total) Mon 7 -8.30pm (1.5hrs) , Tues 8.30 -10pm (1.5hrs) , Wed 8 -10pm (2hrs) Level 2 (5 hours total) Mon 8.30 -10pm (1.5hrs), Tues 7 - 8.30pm (1.5hrs), Thurs 8 -10pm (2hrs)
Where : QUT X block, Kelvin Grove (fully airconditioned dance studios 5 mins from the city, around the corner from the Roundhouse Theatre)
Cost : Cajon Level 1 (2hrs) $55 or $30 per session, Level 2 (4hrs) $110 or $60 per session Dance Level 1 or 2 (5hrs) $140 or $45 per 1.5hr session/$60 per 2hr session
***Note : Pay for any two workshops and get a 10% discount off the total!***
Please note : No refunds can be offered once full registration received. ** Sessions follow on from each other. Please phone Simone if you are unsure of your level***
To enrol send cheque or money order to Simone Pope, GPO Box 1821, Brisbane 4001 along with completed attached enrolment form, indicating which level you will be attending or direct deposit to National Australia Bank account name Simone Pope, BSB 084447, Acct no. 691911478 (please be sure to include the name of the payee). Please accompany direct deposits with an email to confirm your payment, thank you! The Flamenco Studio also presents workshops in : Palmas and compás, Dance Technique and Flamenco Dance by visiting national and international artists including– Antonio Vargas (Sydney, USA), Belén Fernandez (Madrid 2000 - 2005), Areti Boyaci (Adelaide 2004), Tomás Arroquero (Jerez 2006), Claudia Chambers (Sydney 2006), Pepa Molina (Madrid 2007)
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