Join us for an afternoon of Flamenco!

You're warmly invited to El Barrio's ArtSpace Gallery for an unforgettable afternoon of cante and baile — flamenco singing and dance — presented by the students and friends of flamenco singer and musician Alfonso Cid.

After a year of dedication and passion, these talented cante students will take the stage to share their progress and artistry.

The evening will also feature captivating baile performances by Leslie Kelman and Qi Yang, all of it accompanied by the excellent guitarist, maestro Ricardo Sánchez.

Refreshments will be served and seating is open — come early to grab a good spot!

Let’s celebrate flamenco, community, and the power of learning through performance. ¡Ole!

An all-star band of musicians will perform live at Mirador featuring Alfonso Cid, Xianix Barrera, and Ricardo Sánchez all classically trained in flamenco. They have shared stages with some of the finest flamenco musicians in the world, and performed on stages such as Carnegie Hall and beyond. This will be a night of magic and duende, of sherry and songs!

Small tapas and full bar will be available, not included in the ticket price.

This is a groupmuse event. A live concert in a living room, backyard, or another intimate space. They're casual and friendly, hosted by community members. RSVP to attend.

I'm so excited to welcome guitarist Andreas Arnold and flamenco singer Alfonso Cid for a unique night of Spanish music making.

Doors open at 7pm, music starts at 7:30

What's the music? Soléa Alegrias Granaina Fandango Buleria Solea por Buleria Tangos Taranta

show full program Where does this music come from? Flamenco is an art form based on the various folkloric music traditions of southern Spain, developed within the gitano subculture of the region of Andalusia, and also having historical presence in Extremadura and Murcia.[1][2][3] In a wider sense, the term is used to refer to a variety of both contemporary and traditional musical styles typical of southern Spain. Flamenco is closely associated to the gitanos of the Romani ethnicity who have contributed significantly to its origination and professionalization. However, its style is uniquely Andalusian and flamenco artists have historically included Spaniards of both gitano and non-gitano heritage.

Flamenco y Sol presents an interactive lecture-demonstration that brings audiences inside the world of flamenco through live dance, music, and storytelling. Rooted in the cultural traditions of Andalucía, Spain, the program introduces the essential elements of flamenco—cante (song), baile (dance), and toque (guitar)—while exploring its influences from Spanish, Roma, Arabic, and Jewish cultures. The experience begins with a short live performance, followed by a guided introduction to flamenco’s rhythms, structure, and expressive language. This program includes audience participation, inviting attendees to engage directly through palmas (rhythmic hand clapping), simple movement exercises, and basic flamenco technique. Part performance, part lecture, and part mini class, it offers an accessible and dynamic way to experience flamenco from the inside. Participants are encouraged to explore rhythm, coordination, and emotional expression, discovering how flamenco communicates feelings such as joy, strength, and intensity through the body and music. The program concludes with a final performance and an optional Q&A, creating space for connection, reflection, and shared experience.

Renowned cantaora Mercedes Cortés will lead a two-day Cante Flamenco workshop at BOMAA (Beauty of Music and Art Studio) during her stay in New York City. She will also accompany the great bailaora Olga Pericet in their upcoming engagement at the Spanish Repertory Theater.

With decades of experience performing in tablaos and theaters around the world alongside some of the greatest flamenco artists, Mercedes will instruct us on Flamenco vocal technique and cante styles used nowadays in a live tablao settings throughout Spain.

Flamenco singer and musician Alfonso Cid will assist with English translation.

This master class is suitable to all professionals and aficionados to cante, baile and toque (guitar playing).

MERCEDES CORTÉS: She has dedicated her entire artistic career to singing for dance. In her 23 years of professional work, she has performed in all the tablaos (flamenco venues) across Spain and has sung for almost all the most renowned artists, among them MERCEDES RUIZ, ANDRÉS MARÍN, FARRUQUITO, JUAN DE JUAN, RAFAEL DE CARMEN, MANUEL LIÑÁN, OLGA PERICET, LA MONETA, and MARCO FLORES.

Single class: $50/2 classes: $95

Early-bird discount until May 23rd: Single class: $45/2 classes: $85

RSVP: mogaburo@gmail.com

Renowned cantaora Mercedes Cortés will lead a two-day Cante Flamenco workshop at BOMAA (Beauty of Music and Art Studio) during her stay in New York City. She will also accompany the great bailaora Olga Pericet in their upcoming engagement at the Spanish Repertory Theater.

With decades of experience performing in tablaos and theaters around the world alongside some of the greatest flamenco artists, Mercedes will instruct us on Flamenco vocal technique and cante styles used nowadays in a live tablao settings throughout Spain.

Flamenco singer and musician Alfonso Cid will assist with English translation.

This master class is suitable to all professionals and aficionados to cante, baile and toque (guitar playing).

MERCEDES CORTÉS: She has dedicated her entire artistic career to singing for dance. In her 23 years of professional work, she has performed in all the tablaos (flamenco venues) across Spain and has sung for almost all the most renowned artists, among them MERCEDES RUIZ, ANDRÉS MARÍN, FARRUQUITO, JUAN DE JUAN, RAFAEL DE CARMEN, MANUEL LIÑÁN, OLGA PERICET, LA MONETA, and MARCO FLORES.

Single class: $50/2 classes: $95

Early-bird discount until May 23rd: Single class: $45/2 classes: $85

RSVP: mogaburo@gmail.com

Hudson Valley Flamenco Festival presents Tablao - A Peña Project

Don’t miss an unforgettable night of live flamenco featuring artists Elisabet Torras, Alfonso Cid, and Dustin Carlson. Feel the rhythm, passion, and raw artistry in the Living Room at Full Circle.

Join us Saturday, May 23rd at 7 PM in Gardiner, NY for Tablao – A Peña Project, an intimate, up-close flamenco performance presented by Hudson Valley Flamenco Festival and Full Circle.

An intimate flamenco performance led by Xianix Barrera, featuring guitarist Jet Miley, with musical direction by Alfonso Cid. A dialogue between dance, voice, and rhythm that honors tradition while engaging contemporary expression and themes of identity.

An intimate flamenco performance led by Xianix Barrera, featuring guitarist Jet Miley, with musical direction by Alfonso Cid. A dialogue between dance, voice, and rhythm that honors tradition while engaging contemporary expression and themes of identity.

Presented by Acoustic Memories at Terraza 7

The New Bojaira crafts a vibrant fusion of Andalusian Flamenco and New York Jazz, delivering a rousing blend of rhythmic soul and spirited dance.

Jesús Hernández, piano

Alfonso Cid, cantaor & flute

Tim Ferguson, double bass

Peter Brainin, saxophones

Vince Cherico, drums