Flamenco Latino
Mission:
Flamenco Latino is a non-profit music and dance company which combines the movement and heelwork of flamenco style dance with latin salsa rhythms. Artistically, it is the only Spanish dance company seeking to explore the historical relationship between Spain and the Hispanic Caribbean evidenced by the forms called cantes y toques de la ida y vuelta (songs and rhythms of the round trip). These are indigenous Caribbean styles such as the Cuban rumba. In an educational realm the company seeks to bring an understanding of both Spanish and Latino art forms to young people in the NY community through lecture/demo performances. For Latinos, this type of blend can effectively promote an interest not only in the culture of Spain, but also in the development of pride in the cultural experience afforded by New York. Flamenco Latino aims to establish a style of dance and music which can only come from the cultural diversity of New York City.
Contact Information
Address: 244 W 54th St., 4th fl., New York, NY 10019
Telephone: 212-399-8519
Website: http://www.flamencolatino.com
Primary Contact Name: Basilio Georges
General Information
Type: After School, Arts, Summer Program, Other
Target audience: Students, Parents, Families, Teachers, Schools, Dancers, Musicians, Singers
Programs/Services
In-school Lecture Demonstration (Latino Heritage)
Description: CELEBRATING LATINO HERITAGE: EXPLORING SPANISH & AFRICAN ROOTS
45 Minute Lecture Demonstration With Participation
Themes in the presentation involve comparisons of rhythmic approaches to music and dance found in pure Spanish Flamenco and Afro-Caribbean roots of Salsa, as well as references to the culture melting pots found in both Spain during the Middle Ages and Hispanic Caribbean countries during the Age of Exploration.
The program focuses on these sections: Flamenco as performed in Andalucia, Afro-Cuban dance accompanied only by percussion and singing, examples from other Latino counties besides Cuba which have contributed to the music and dance called Salsa.
Appropriate for grades K-12. Language is altered and presentation is shortened for K-3. Accommodations in program are also made for grades 4-6, 7-8 and 9-12
Fees for services: Inquire by phone or email.
Ages of students: Grades K-12
Schools/sites: Available to schools/sites in all 5 boroughs, parts of Westchester &, New Jersey.
Contact person: Basilio Georges
In-school Lecture Demonstration (Roots of Salsa)
Description: ROOTS OF SALSA
This program is a retrospective of Cuban music, the birthplace of all forms referred to today as Salsa. It includes examples of forms from Puerto Rico and Dominican Republic which are part of the Salsa idiom. The presentation features explanation and participation in clave, the backbone rhythm of all types of Latin social dance music as well as participation from a seated audience in clave rhythm and soneo/coro (call and response singing). 10-12 volunteers are invited to learn 2-3 hand percussion instruments, then play with the musicians in different examples. The audience learns simple Mambo steps dancing in front of their seats. Artists: (4) keyboards/singer, singer/dancer, two percussionists.
Fees for services: Inquire by phone or email to Young Audience of NY.
Ages of students: K-12
Schools/sites:
Contact person: Basilio Georges/Young Audiences of NY
After-School Program (Cuatro Esquinas)
Description: CUATRO ESQUINAS: THE ORIGINS OF SALSA MUSIC & DANCE
4-6 Workshop Sessions Culminating in a Lecture Demo Which Includes Student Performance
Students learn percussion, song, dance, rap and recitation parts for a piece titled "Cuatro Esquinas" (Four Corners) culminates in a lecture demonstration at which they perform with Flamenco Latino. The workshops explore the diverse roots of Salsa and its link to Spain and Africa. The piece focuses on the rhythms from four Latino Countries which have contributed the most to this idiom: Cuba, Puerto Rico, Colombia and the Dominican Republic.
Appropriate for grades 4-6, 7-8, 9-12. Groups of up to 30 students. Auditorium stage or gymnasium required for workshops.
Fees for services: Inquire by phone or email.
Ages of students: Grades 4-12
Schools/sites: Once Upon A Time (Queens), Uptown Dance Academy (East Harlem), Available to other sites in the 5 boroughs.
Contact person: Basilio Georges
Field Trip to Flamenco Latino Studio (Group Class)
Description: One hour group class in flamenco or salsa dance, or both for up to 40 students at our midtown Manhattan studio. Featuring professional instruction and live music. Scheduling available during late mornings and afternoons.
Fees for services: Inquire by phone or email.
Ages of students: K-12
Schools/sites:
Contact person: Basilio Georges
Field Trip to Flamenco Latino Studio(Lecture/Demo)
Description: 45-minute lecture demonstration performance in flamenco and the ida y vuelta ("round trip") styles, representing an assimilation of Latino songs and rhythms by flamenco artists which started during the late 1800s. The studio will be converted to a black box theater space with curtains, lighting and seating for an audience of up to 70.
Fees for services: Inquire by phone or email.
Ages of students: K-12
Schools/sites:
Contact person: Basilio Georges
Flamenco/Salsa and Ballet for Children: Fall 2011
Description: Flamenco Latino offers affordable Flamenco/Salsa and now also Ballet classes for children at their midtown studio this fall.
September 10-December 17, 2011. 12 weekly classes with breaks for Jewish holidays and Thanksgiving.
Wednesday
4:30-5:30 pm, Flamenco/Salsa, Ages 7-12
5:30-6:30 pm, Beginner Ballet
Friday
4:00-5:00 pm, Beginner Ballet
4:30-5:30 pm, Flamenco/Salsa, Ages 7-12
Saturday
12:00-1:00 pm, Basic Beginner Ballet
1:00-2:00 pm, Flamenco/Salsa, Ages 7-12
at
Flamenco Latino Studio
244 W 54th St., 4th fl. (B-way and 8th Ave.)
NY, NY 10019
212-399-8519
All Flamenco/Salsa Classes taught by Aurora Reyes. All Ballet Classes taught by Rosemarie Lindt.
Prices for Fall 2011 Term:
12 classes, $120 (one class per week, $12/class)
24 classes, $220 (two classes per week, about $9/class)
36 classes, $300 (three classes per week, about $8/class!)
4 classes trial pack, $45 (you can apply this payment to upgrade to 12-pack, 24-pack, 36-pack)
Single Trial Class (one time only), $12
Class for adult along with your children, $12/each.
Email flamlat@verizon.net or call 212-399-8519 for info and to reserve.
http://www.flamencolatino.com/class/childafterschoolsatclass.html
Fees for services: 8-12 per class
Ages of students: 7-12
Schools/sites:
Contact person: Aurora Reyes or Basilio Georges
Summer Camp Program: Percussive Dance
Description: NOT OFFERED FOR 2010:
Want an innovative, multicultural and active learning experience for your child this summer? Check out Flamenco Latino's day camp focusing on Percussive Dance! Flamenco Latino's program combines the challenging physical activity of various dance classes, with the cultural background of the dances studied and also hands-on crafts and games encouraging your child's own independent creativity. Classes include daily dance warm-ups, flamenco, tap, stomp or step, Afro-Caribbean and dance related games and crafts.
FULL AND HALF SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM AVAILABLE. You must interview with Basilio Georges. Inquire by email or call 212-399-8519
Offered for ANY part of 3 Weeks, July 6-24, Mon-Fri, 9 am to 1 pm
OR Single day enrollment at $44
OR Study all classes in one style each week for $10/class
Go to http://www.flamencolatino.com/class/childsummercamp.html for class schedule.
Camp may be extended past July 24, based on demand.
All classes held at:
Flamenco Latino Dance Studio
244 W 54 Street, 4th floor
NY,NY 10019
Ages: 5-10 or 9-15 (ONLY ONE OF THE 2 GROUPS. The age group with the most potential enrollments will be run. Please affirm your commitment by depositing $50.00 ASAP).
Class size: 8-10 maximum
Pricing:
ATTN: We can pro-rate per week, half week or day so you child can attend for shorter terms than our full 3 week session.
Full Three Weeks, $450 (ONLY $30/day)
OR
Two Week Term, $350 (ONLY $35/day)
OR
Single day enrollment at $44
OR Study all classes in one style each week for $10/class
One Week Term and Half Week Sessions also available, if scheduling is difficult.
Reserve a slot for your child now by speaking with Aurora or Basilio at 212-399-8519 or flamlat@verizon.net
www.flamencolatino.com
Fees for services: $10-450
Ages of students: 5-10 or 9-15
Schools/sites: Flamenco Latino Studio
Contact person: Basilio Georges
