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| Coming Events Wednesday 23 July Flamenco Studio Term 3 Dance Classes 2008 Wednesday and Thursday nights Ten weeks from Wednesday 23 July Class locations: Wednesday and Thursday classes will be held at the Brisbane Powerhouse Stores Rehearsal Room, 119 Lamington St, New Farm. Monday and Tuesday nights Ten weeks from Monday 28 July Class locations: Tuesday classes will be held at the Australian Dance Performance Institute, 31 – 33 Collingwood St, Albion. (just down from McDonalds near the Albion fiveways).
Monday nights commencing 28 July Beg II (lower) Introduction to Bulerias 8 - 9pm (at least 6-12 months flamenco dance) Tuesday nights commencing 29 July New Beginners 7 - 8pm (no flamenco dance experience needed) Beginners I 8 - 9pm (at least one term of flamenco dance) Wednesday nights commencing 23 July Intermediate 7 - 8pm (at least 1 - 2 years flamenco dance) Ongoing 8 - 9pm (at least 2-3 years flamenco dance) Thursday nights commencing 24 July Beg II (upper) 7 - 8pm (at least 6-12 months flamenco dance) Technique 8 - 9pm (open level Beg I upwards)
Cost : One class per week for ten weeks $140 Two classes per week for ten weeks $250 Three classes per week for ten weeks $330 Casual class $15 Please note class levels are a guide only. If you are unsure which level you are please contact Simone 07 3846 4909 or email simone@simonepope,com
Please accompany direct deposits with an email to confirm your payment, thank you! Enquiries - email simone@simonepope.com or phone 07 3846 4909. Saturday 13 September The Saruzu Quartet @ The Valley Fiesta, Brisbane A fiery flamenco-tango-jazz ensemble, The Saruzu Quartet's interpretation of the rich harmonies of Argentine tango, the wild improvisations of gypsy jazz and the fire and grace of flamenco, is exhilarating. www.myspace.com./saruzu Free! When: 3 - 3.40pm. Full program with times and locations - www.valleyfiesta.com.au Tuesday 30 September The Saruzu Quartet @ The Basement, Sydney The Basement, 29 Reiby Place Sydney 9.30pm (doors 7.30pm) Gen admission Standing tix ; $15 + booking fee (purchase online) Dinner and show tix $56.80 per person. Bookings www.thebasement.com.au Basement box office ph. 02 9251 2797 (M-F 10am - 5.30pm)
Saturday 4 October Jaleos Flamenco at the J - Noosa Junction Back by popular demand! Jaleos Flamenco is a dynamic, Brisbane based ensemble that celebrates the passion and grace of flamenco music and dance. By request, Jaleos Flamenco are returning to the Village Theatre (Sanctuary Cove) for a concert length performance featuring Simone Pope (dance), Andrew Veivers (guitar) and special guest James Paul (song) alongside a spectacular lineup of dancers and musicians. Show $20 7pm bar for 8pm start Bookings and more info go to http://www.thej.com.au PAST EVENTS Wednesday 19 and Thursday 20 March 2008 Flamenco Fire Sol De Otoño QPAC Playhouse - Tickets on Sale now!
Since 1999 Flamenco Fire has been thrilling audiences with a heady mix of traditional and contemporary flamenco music, dance and song. A collaboration of nine of Australia’s finest flamenco artists, it features singers, dancers and musicians in a beautifully crafted show that reveals the flamenco artform in all of its guises. Sol de Otoño, Flamenco Fire's newest production, is an echo of the Autumn fiestas in Spain. A time of the wine harvest. A celebration of Passion, Light, Culture, and Tradition. Flamenco Fire's Sol de Otoño will transport you to España.....Ole!
Venue Playhouse Theatre Queensland Performing Arts Centre Tickets (inc. fees) Bookings Tickets can be purchased online, by phone and in person at the Queensland Performing Arts Centre or at the other qtix outlets. Ph: 136 246 (9.00am and 8.30pm - Monday to Saturday) Online: www.qtix.com.au Duration Presented by Flamenco Fire’s Playhouse performances are supported by the Queensland Government, through Arts Queensland.
Friday 28, Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 March 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. This is the first time Brisbane has ever had Flamenco Singing workshops, and both the Singing and Compás/Palmas workshops are open to all levels, so don’t miss this great opportunity to learn more about this very important part of the Flamenco artform. 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 - open to all levels 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 - open to all levels Dates - 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!***
Saturday 12 April
Flamenco Studio Term 2 Dance Classes 2008 – New Beginners and Beginner I Levels Ten weeks from Tues 6 May to Tues 8 July. Class locations Classes will be held at the Australian Dance Performance Institute, 31 – 33 Collingwood St, Albion. (just down from McDonalds near the Albion fiveways). Tuesday nights commencing Tuesday 6 May New Beginners 7 - 8pm Two classes per week for ten weeks $230 Please accompany direct deposits with an email to confirm your payment, thank you! Enquiries - email simone@simonepope.com or phone 07 3846 4909. Wednesday 16 April - Fri 27 June Flamenco Fire Goes National !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
From 15th April – 28th June Flamenco Fire will be touring the country – 37 performances in 33 venues across Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, Western Australia and the Northern Territory including Alice Springs, Darwin, Karratha, Noarlunga, Warragul and Cairns. The tour will be managed and coordinated by the Regional Touring Office – ARTS and is assisted by Arts Regional Touring Service (ARTS), a Queensland Government initiative. The Australian Government is proud to be associated with this tour through the national performing arts touring program, Playing Australia, which gives Australians across the country the opportunity to see some of our best performing arts. Let your friends and family across the country know & put these dates in your diary now! Ticketing details will be available in future Red Chair enews or contact the venue directly.
Itinerary – Queensland & Northern Territory
Friday 18th April 8:00pm Saturday 19th April 8:00pm Wednesday 23rd April 8:00pm Saturday 26th April 8:00pm Tuesday 29th April 7:30pm Wednesday 30th April 7:30pm Thursday 1st May 8:00pm Wednesday 25th June 8:00pm Friday 27th June 8:00pm
Monday 5th May 8:00pm, Tuesday 6th May 8:00pm Thursday 8th May 8:00pm, Friday 9th May 8:00pm Saturday 10th May 8:00pm Tuesday 13th May 7:30pm Thursday 15th May 8:00pm Friday 16th May 8:00pm, Saturday 17th May 8:00pm Tuesday 20th May 8:00pm Wednesday 21st May 8:00pm Thursday 22nd May 8:00pm Friday 23rd May 8:00pm Wyndham Cultural Centre, Werribee, Bookings Ph 03 9741 9500 Monday 26th May 8:00pm
Thursday 29th May 8:00pm Saturday 31st May 8:00pm Tuesday 3rd June 8:00pm Thursday 5th June 8:00pm Saturday 7th June 8:00pm Thursday 12th June 7:30pm Saturday 14th June 7:30pm Tuesday 17th June 8:00pm Thursday 19th June 7:30pm Saturday 21st June 8:00pm
Tuesday 5 February Flamenco Studio Term 1 Dance Classes 2008 Class Times Term 1 2008 commencing Tues 5 February Class locations Tues night classes will all be at the ADPI, 31 – 33 Collingwood St, Albion. Wed and Thurs night classes will be at the Brisbane Powerhouse Stores Rehearsal Room from Wed 20 Feb (once Moonlight Cinema has finished at the Powerhouse). The first two weeks of Tues and Wed classes will be at the ADPI studio, Albion! Tuesday nights (ADPI, Albion) New Beginners 7 - 8pm Intermediate 7 - 8pm
Beginner II 7 - 8pm Two classes per week for 8 weeks $200 Please accompany direct deposits with an email to confirm your payment, thank you! Enquiries - email simflamenco@yahoo.com. Sunday 24 February Yasmin Levy at Brisbane Powerhouse
Tickets: $38 adult; $28.50 side gallery Bookings: www.brisbanepowerhouse.org or 07 3358 8600 More Info: www.yasminlevy.net www.jaslynhallpresents.com
Direct from Jerusalem comes one of the most celebrated global music stars, YASMIN LEVY, for her first national tour of Australia, accompanied by a 5 – piece ensemble of musicians playing the Turkish ney, cajon, duduk, bass, clarinet, and guitar. Her third album, ‘Mano Suave’, produced by Lucy Duran and Jerry Boys, was released to rave reviews worldwide in October 2007, and features a remarkable duet with Egyptian chanteuse Natacha Atlas. A recipient of the Anna Lindh Award for promoting cross-cultural dialogue, Yasmin explains ‘I have come to understand that my role as an artist must be to help contribute in whatever small way I can to avoid Ladino music becoming extinct in the modern world. With this record I have chosen to return home to my ancestral roots and I couldn’t be happier.’ Yasmin preserves and revives the most beautiful songs from the Ladino/Judeo-Spanish heritage, mixing it with Andalucian Flamenco, and her own contemporary expression to create an unforgettable musical and cultural experience. “Levy is one of the finest singers from the Middle East, and deserves global recognition. She has a gently exquisite and emotive style, and can tackle anything from a traditional Ladino song of a longing for Jerusalem to a Bedouin melody, pained love songs, or her own thoughtful ballads of love and hope.” Robin Denselow, The Guardian (UK), Oct ‘07 Thurs 31 January, Fri 1 and Sat 2 February
Saturday 8 December ¡¡TOMA FLAMENCO!! @ The Roundhouse Theatre, Kelvin Grove.
Order your ¡¡TOMA FLAMENCO!! 2007 DVD for Christmas!! Only $26 per DVD plus $4 postage!!!
Special Toma Christmas deal!!!!! 1 x Toma DVD plus any one of the following CDs……only $50 (postage included!) Flamenco Fire, Flamenco Indo Jazz, SARS – Some Sort of Rhythm, SARS – Segundo, Andrew Veivers – Jaleos
To order please send cheque or money order to Simone Pope, GPO Box 1821, Brisbane 4001 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 (simone@simonepope.com) to confirm your payment and indicating which CD you'd like, thank you! 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!
Friday 2 and Friday 30 November The Saruzu Quartet A fiery flamenco-tango-jazz ensemble, Saruzu's interpretation of the rich harmonies of Argentine tango, the wild improvisations of gypsy jazz and the fire and grace of flamenco, is exhilarating. Evocative of a 1920's Paris cafe scene filtered through an edgy and contemporary sensibility, Saruzu is a celebration of the musical passions of its members - renowned violinist Luke Moller, sensual flamenco dancer & fiery percussionist Simone Pope, ferociously cool jazz bass player Andrew Shaw and laid back guitar maestro Andrew Veivers. PLEASE NOTE SUNDAY 25 NOVEMBER AT MAGGIE BLACK'S IS CANCELLED.
Friday 2 November The Saruzu Quartet @ Tweed River Art Gallery with special guest Kacey Patrick 7.30pm for show at 8pm. Tweed River Art Gallery (Murwillumbah) $25 at the door only or bookings: kupromo@bigpond.net.au
A fiery flamenco-tango-jazz ensemble, Saruzu's interpretation of the rich harmonies of Argentine tango, the wild improvisations of gypsy jazz and the fire and grace of flamenco, is exhilarating. Evocative of a 1920's Paris cafe scene filtered through an edgy and contemporary sensibility, Saruzu is a celebration of the musical passions of its members - renowned violinist Luke Moller, sensual flamenco dancer & fiery percussionist Simone Pope, ferociously cool jazz bass player Andrew Shaw and laid back guitar maestro Andrew Veivers.
Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 November Flamenco Dance and Guitar Workshops in Mackay with Simone Pope and Andrew Veivers. 9 till 5pm Sat and Sun, central Mackay. For fees, locations and specific times please contact Claudio Pinochi on 4955 2299.
Friday 30 November The Saruzu Quartet @ Bangalow with special guest Kacey Patrick Bangalow Catholic Hall, Deakin St, Bangalow. 8pm. Doors 7.30pm. Info ph. 02 66 847 921 A fiery flamenco-tango-jazz ensemble, Saruzu's interpretation of the rich harmonies of Argentine tango, the wild improvisations of gypsy jazz and the fire and grace of flamenco, is exhilarating. Evocative of a 1920's Paris cafe scene filtered through an edgy and contemporary sensibility, Saruzu is a celebration of the musical passions of its members - renowned violinist Luke Moller, sensual flamenco dancer & fiery percussionist Simone Pope, ferociously cool jazz bass player Andrew Shaw and laid back guitar maestro Andrew Veivers. Wednesday 7 November Gala Flamenca INfo and bookings go to http://www.qpac.com.au/events/Gala%20Flamenca Direct from Spain, the stars of the New York and London Flamenco Festivals come together on stage for a passionate celebration of flamenco. Joined by some of Spain’s leading musicians and singers these five great soloists celebrate the irresistible power and the passion that is flamenco. Don’t miss the dance event of the year! “It was magical” New York Times Starring Tickets (inc. fees) $69.00 to $119.00 Duration 1 hour, 30 minutes (no interval) Groups Great discounts available for groups. Presented by Andrew Kay and David Vigo
Saturday 13 October The Saruzu Quartet (formerly SARS) @ The Famous Spiegeltent
The Famous Spiegeltent – Melbourne Festival Season Forecourt – Arts Centre, 100 St. Kilda Rd, Melbourne 4pm – 5.10pm. $25 / $20. Bookings Ticketmaster: 1300 136 166 / www.ticketmaster.com.au / or In person at all Ticketmaster outlets Saturday 14 October FIJ @ Queensland Multicultural Festival 2007 Roma St Parkland (Brisbane) 8.25am – 8.55am (QUT Dance Stage) 6.15pm – 7pm (Lake Stage) Free Entry!! More Info: www.multicultural.qld.gov.au The Queensland Multicultural Festival was developed by the Queensland Government to promote the importance of cultural diversity in the Smart State, and to provide Queenslanders with an annual celebratory event focused on multiculturalism.
Flamenco Indo Jazz - FIJ - is a dazzling display of passionate flamenco guitar and earthy Indian tabla rhythms alongside ethereal voice and sublime piano. A very special collaboration between some of the country's finest performers, Flamenco Indo Jazz features the vocals of stringmansassy's Kacey Patrick, Dya Singh's Dheeraj Shrestha on tabla, jazz piano virtuoso Steve Newcomb and spanish guitarist and musical director of Flamenco Fire/SARS/Jaleos Flamenco, Andrew Veivers.
Saturday 27 October Flamenco Fire @ Townsville Civic Centre
Dazzling footwork; compelling rhythms; stirring songs. The sizzling passion of flamenco comes to Townsville with Flamenco Fire – a collaboration of some of Australia’s finest exponents of this art-form.
Sunday 28 October The Saruzu Quartet @ Bunnyconnellen Olive Grove & Vineyard Bunnyconnellen, Swain Road, Crow's Nest, QLD 3 – 5pm. See below for how to get there. $25 per adult, $20 seniors and children under 14 years $10. Bookings: www.bunnyconnellen.com.au click the ‘e’frantio shop. Gates open at 12.00 with the inspirational Kay Sullivan and Ewan McKenzie playing their Gypsy Manouche Jazz. First in best dressed, so come early and bag a place prior to these great acts. Bring a hat, rug or chair and enjoy Bunnyconnellen chilled wines, olives and barbecued Argentinean food. Bunnyconnellen has just won eight medals at this year’s prestigious Sydney Royal Fine Food Show. The medals were awarded against some fierce inter-State competition, and sensationally, Bunnyconnellen swept the board in the Olives and Olive Products Category taking six of the twelve medals awarded, moreover they were the only Queensland grove to win medals in the extra virgin olive oil category. How to get there : Leave Brisbane CBD via Ipswich Hwy and follow signs for Toowoomba. At Blacksoil (BP Servo’s each side of Hwy) follow signs for Esk. At Esk follow signs for Crow’s Nest and Hampton. Wind up hill to ‘T’ junction at Hampton. Turn right onto New England Hwy for Crow’s Nest. Pass through Crow’s Nest and stay on New England Hwy. Pass ‘Salt’s Antiques’ on left when leaving Crow’s Nest CBD. Zero milometer. At 5.3 km turn left to Haden (see bunch of grapes sign just prior to turn). Follow single track bitumen for 5 km and turn left into Swain Road. 300 mtrs (pass main entrance) and turn into Bunnyconnellen house driveway. See ‘mud map’ on web site. Journey time should be 2 hours 20 minutes with no stops. Saturday 29 Sept Jaleos Flamenco @ The J, Noosa.
Theatre J, Noosa Junction. Back by popular demand! With Andrew Veivers (guitar), Andrew Shaw (bass) and Luke Moller (violin) and dancers Simone Pope, Nadya Constantinidis, Annie Stavarakis, Helen Hall, Stacey Erbacher, Sebastian Sanchez and Natalie Slect. Tickets $20/$15. Doors 7pm. Show 8pm. More info about the J - www.thej.com.au Fri 28, 30 Sept, 5 Oct, Sat and Sun 6 and 7 Oct SEVILLANAS WORKSHOPS!! 5 x 2hr sessions over 2 weekends in Sept/Oct 2007
Sevillanas are a lively song and dance form in ¾ or 6/8 time, derived from the seguidilla, a Castillan fold dance . They are danced in pairs (or variations on the theme), and are choreographed. They are made up of four short dances, with a melodic theme that is sung or played three times in each dance and ends with a sudden stop as dancers strike a pose before preceding onto the next dance.
In the true sense they are not a flamenco dance but have been embraced and “flamenco-ised” and become extremely popular in flamenco. They are the Andalucian’s and especially Sevilla’s best known and most popular Spanish dance form.
There is a mass of information available on Sevillanas on the internet - just google or go to You tube, but the best way to learn is to dance them over, and over, and over again!
Session 1 (First Sevillana) Fri 28 Sept, 7 - 9 pm. ADPI Studios, Albion.
Session 2 (Second Sevillana) Sun 30 Sept, 5-7pm. ADPI Studios, Albion.
Session 3 (Third Sevillana) Fri 5 Oct, 7 - 9pm. ADPI Studios, Albion.
Session 4 (Fourth Sevillana) Sat 6 Oct, 4 - 6pm. ADPI Studios, Albion.
Session 5 (Revise all 4 Sevillanas) Sun 7 Oct, 5 - 7pm. ADPI Studio, Albion.
Cost per session $30, or $130 for entire workshop.
For enquires or to express interest please email Simone on simone@simonepope.com. Fri - Sun 14 - 16 Sept Tomas Arroquero Flamenco 'Close Up' in Melbourne Witness extraordinary flamenco when dancer Tomas Arroquero performs on a return visit from Andalucia, the birthplace of flamenco. Tomas will combine artists from Melbourne, Sydney and a special guest from abroad. Incinerator Arts Complex 180 Holmes Rd, Moonee Ponds. 7.30pm, doors 7pm. Tickets $36, Concession $32. Bookings The Clock Tower Centre. Phone 03 9243 9193. Tomas will also be running flamenco dance workshops in Melbourne from 21 - 23 Sept.
Thursday 13 Sept The Arrebato Enseble @ Judith Wright Centre The Arrebato Ensemble will be touring their debut album Arrebato
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