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Alfonso Cid, Sevilla, Spain 1971

Alfonso Cid, Sevilla, Spain 1971

Gazpacho Andalú CD release party at La Nacional, New York City. Gazpacho Andalú's CD release party at La Nacional.  Alfonso with Arturo Martínez, Toni, and maestros Carmen Salado and José Galván.

Gazpacho Andalú CD release party at La Nacional, New York City. Gazpacho Andalú's CD release party at La Nacional. Alfonso with Arturo Martínez, Toni, and maestros Carmen Salado and José Galván.

Detroit Institute of the Arts. Rivera Courtyard at the Detroit Institute of the Arts with Valeria Montes ":La Chispa" and Luis Linares on guitar. July 26th, 2009.

Detroit Institute of the Arts. Rivera Courtyard at the Detroit Institute of the Arts with Valeria Montes ":La Chispa" and Luis Linares on guitar. July 26th, 2009.

Alfonso Cid, Romeo and Siudy Garrido. Alfonso with Romeo and flamenco dancer Siudy Garrido during the rehearsals for the Madison Square Garden shows. February 9th, 2012 at the IZOD Center, New Jersey.

Alfonso Cid, Romeo and Siudy Garrido. Alfonso with Romeo and flamenco dancer Siudy Garrido during the rehearsals for the Madison Square Garden shows. February 9th, 2012 at the IZOD Center, New Jersey.

Paco Taranto y Alfonso Cid Paco Taranto my teacher at the Cristina Heeren Flamenco Foundation. Paco Taranto fue mi maestro en las clases de la Fundación de Arte Flamenco de Cristina Heeren. Sevilla-Julio de 2007.

Paco Taranto y Alfonso Cid Paco Taranto my teacher at the Cristina Heeren Flamenco Foundation. Paco Taranto fue mi maestro en las clases de la Fundación de Arte Flamenco de Cristina Heeren. Sevilla-Julio de 2007.

Rocía Márquez y Alfonso Cid. Rocío Márques is my dear friend and teacher from the Christina Heeren Foundation for Flamenco Art. Rocí Márquez es una gran amiga, artista, y mi maestra en la Fundación de Arte Flamenco Cristina Heeren. Sevilla-Julio 2007.

Rocía Márquez y Alfonso Cid. Rocío Márques is my dear friend and teacher from the Christina Heeren Foundation for Flamenco Art. Rocí Márquez es una gran amiga, artista, y mi maestra en la Fundación de Arte Flamenco Cristina Heeren. Sevilla-Julio 2007.

Patricia Guerrero and Friends. Alfonso here with Xianix Barrera, the talented flamenco Dancer Patricia Guerrero, Melinda Márquez, Arturo Martínez and below Elisabet Torras. October 16th, 2015.

Patricia Guerrero and Friends. Alfonso here with Xianix Barrera, the talented flamenco Dancer Patricia Guerrero, Melinda Márquez, Arturo Martínez and below Elisabet Torras. October 16th, 2015.

Machu Picchu Alfonso at the Inca City of Machu Picchu. April 22nd, 2015.

Machu Picchu Alfonso at the Inca City of Machu Picchu. April 22nd, 2015.

On the way to Machu Picchu. Waiting with Luis Figueroa, Jotán Afanador, Mate Traxx and Bori at the Lima airport to head over to Cuzco and Machu Picchu. April 21st, 2016

On the way to Machu Picchu. Waiting with Luis Figueroa, Jotán Afanador, Mate Traxx and Bori at the Lima airport to head over to Cuzco and Machu Picchu. April 21st, 2016

Jerusalem_Andalusian_Orchestra_rehearsal Rehearsals with the Jerusalem Andalusian Orchestra. From left to right: Shuky Shveiky, Daniel Belgazal, Alfonso Cid, conductor Ettie Tevel and singer Shimon Sibony. Jerusalem-Novemeber 2016.

Jerusalem_Andalusian_Orchestra_rehearsal Rehearsals with the Jerusalem Andalusian Orchestra. From left to right: Shuky Shveiky, Daniel Belgazal, Alfonso Cid, conductor Ettie Tevel and singer Shimon Sibony. Jerusalem-Novemeber 2016.

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Live Flamenco at Sala Astoria!

Live Flamenco at Sala Astoria!

Wednesday, July 29 @ 7:00PMWed, Jul 29 @ 7:00PM

Sala Astoria, 34-39 31st Street, Astoria, Queens

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Live Flamenco at Sala Astoria!

Live Flamenco at Sala Astoria!

Wednesday, July 22 @ 7:00PMWed, Jul 22 @ 7:00PM

Sala Astoria, 34-39 31st Street, Astoria, Queens

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Los Nuyores: An Evening of Flamenco

Los Nuyores: An Evening of Flamenco

Saturday, July 18 @ 8:00PMSat, Jul 18 @ 8:00PM

Barzakh Cafe, 147 Utica Ave., Brooklyn, New York 11213

Los Nuyores return to Barzakh for an intimate evening of live flamenco, featuring:

Ricardo Osorio 'El Niño'“ has performed in prominent operas such as Carmen, Goya, and La Vida Breve (“The Short Life”) and has been featured in flamenco shows such as Llanto (“Crying”) and Acoplados, under the direction and choreography of renowned flamenco dancer Malagueño Paco Mora. “El Niño” has performed in prominent operas such as Carmen, Goya, and La Vida Breve (“The Short Life”) and has been featured in flamenco shows such as Llanto (“Crying”) and Acoplados, under the direction and choreography of renowned flamenco dancer Malagueño Paco Mora.

Alfonso Cid is a flamenco singer from Sevilla Spain. He has had engagements at Carnegie Hall’s Weill Hall, Lincoln Center Out of Doors Festival, Town Hall, London’s Royal Albert Hall and Sala Covarrubias in Mexico City with the great Flamenco dancer Pilar Rioja, and Mexico’s Palacio de Bellas Artes with Flamenco dancer María Elena Amaya. He has also worked with all the significant artists in the Flamenco ambiance throughout the USA, performing and touring in the Tri-State area, Washington DC, San Francisco, Portland (Oregon), Chicago, Detroit, Atlanta, Kansas City, Louisville and Lexington (Kentucky), Seattle, Toronto, Ottawa, British Columbia, Mexico, Puerto Rico, the United Kingdom and Spain.

Dustin Carlson is a guitarist from New York. He has performed throughout the world and has worked with notable flamenco artists such as, Isaac Tovar, Juan Murube, Elisabet Torras, Juan Pedro Jiménez, and Alfonso Cid. He also has a career as a jazz guitarist and has worked and collaborated with artists such as Matt Mitchell, Anna Webber, Kate Gentile and many others.

Barzakh Café also offers a curated selection of small plates and drinks. Guests are encouraged to arrive early, ease into the evening, and enjoy something from the kitchen or bar before the program begins. Happy Hour All Year.

General Admission $11.46

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Nueva York Flamenco City & Elisabet Torras

Nueva York Flamenco City & Elisabet Torras

Friday, July 17 @ 10:00PMFri, Jul 17 @ 10:00PM

Terraza 7, 40-19 Gleane Street, Elmhurst, NY 11373

Elisabet Torras & Nueva York Flamenco City | Second Set

Presented by Acoustic Memories

Join us for "Elisabet and NY Flamenco City," a vibrant showcase of flamenco's passion. Witness Elisabet's mesmerizing dance as she embodies the spirit of flamenco, accompanied by the rhythms of the city's finest musicians. An evening of fiery dance and soulful music awaits!

Elisabet Torras, bailaora

Dustin Carlson, guitarra

Alfonso Cid, cantaor

$20.00 +$0.50 ticket service fee

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Nueva York Flamenco City & Elisabet Torras

Nueva York Flamenco City & Elisabet Torras

Friday, July 17 @ 8:00PMFri, Jul 17 @ 8:00PM

Terraza 7, 40-19 Gleane Street, Elmhurst, NY 11373

Elisabet Torras & Nueva York Flamenco City | First Set

Presented by Acoustic Memories

Join us for "Elisabet and NY Flamenco City," a vibrant showcase of flamenco's passion. Witness Elisabet's mesmerizing dance as she embodies the spirit of flamenco, accompanied by the rhythms of the city's finest musicians. An evening of fiery dance and soulful music awaits!

Elisabet Torras, bailaora

Dustin Carlson, guitarra

Alfonso Cid, cantaor

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Val Ramos Flamenco Ensemble

Val Ramos Flamenco Ensemble

Sunday, July 12 @ 7:00PMSun, Jul 12 @ 7:00PM

Levitt Pavilion for The Performing Arts, 40 Jesup Road,, Westport CT 06880

The Val Ramos Flamenco Ensemble lives up to the finest traditions of Flamenco. Its repertoire and performances capture the essence of this musical culture and yet add new expression in keeping with its dynamic nature. The ensemble performs as both an instrumental group as well as in conjunction with traditional “cuadro Flamenco” artists that include a singer, dancers, guitarists, and a percussionist. Traditional dance costumes and Flamenco “cante” (song) textures meet modern harmonies and instrumentation for a colorful and most enjoyable musical and dance experience.

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Flamenco Jazz Jam

Flamenco Jazz Jam

Thursday, July 9 @ 7:00PMThu, Jul 9 @ 7:00PM

Drom, 85 Avenue A, New York, NY 10009

Get ready for a night of fiery rhythms and soulful improvisations! The exhilarating Flamenco Jazz Jam returns to Drom to celebrate their first anniversary, bringing together the passion of Spain with the energy of jazz. Expect an evening where traditional flamenco melodies intertwine with intricate jazz harmonies, driven by a thrilling lineup of musicians. Whether you’re a flamenco aficionado, a jazz lover, or simply looking for a unique and vibrant musical experience, this jam is not to be missed. Improvisation. Surprise. A celebration without borders.

Ricardo Sanchez: Guitar

Alfonso Cid: Vocals

José Miranda: Saxophone

Cristina Candela: Dance

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🎫 – General Admission: $25

🍽️ – Dinner Reservation (available as an add on): Ticket + $60

Includes Choice of Appetizer, Main Course, 1 Drink (Wine/Beer)

*Ticket + Dinner offer is only available prior to the show via online purchase.

20 dollar table minimum per person is required. 21+ Tickets are non-refundable. $25 in advance $30 at door

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Alfonso Cid & Nueva York Flamenco City

Alfonso Cid & Nueva York Flamenco City

Sunday, July 5 @ 3:00PMSun, Jul 5 @ 3:00PM

Terraza 7, 40-19 Gleane Street, Elmhurst, NY 11373

As part of Open Streets and Terraza 7's 25th anniversary, Alfonso Cid leads an intimate flamenco performance on Gleane Street — a dialogue between dance, voice, and rhythm that honors tradition while engaging contemporary expression and themes of identity. Free and open to all.

Alfonso Cid, cantaor

Cristina Candela, bailaora

Dustin Carlson, guitarra

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Flamenco Cante Student Recital with Alfonso Cid

Flamenco Cante Student Recital with Alfonso Cid

Saturday, June 27 @ 1:00PMSat, Jun 27 @ 1:00PM

El Barrio’s Artspace PS109, 215 East 99th Street. Lower Level., New York, NY

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!

$20.00 + Sales tax + $2.38 fee

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Sherry & Songs Vol. 4: Flamenco in the Patio

Sherry & Songs Vol. 4: Flamenco in the Patio

Wednesday, June 10 @ 7:00PMWed, Jun 10 @ 7:00PM

Mirador, 636 Broadway , Kingston, NY 12401

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.

$45 per ticket + tax

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Raw Flamenco with Andreas Arnold and Alfonso Cid

Raw Flamenco with Andreas Arnold and Alfonso Cid

Tuesday, June 2 @ 7:30PMTue, Jun 2 @ 7:30PM

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.

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Dance Workshop: Flamenco y Sol!

Dance Workshop: Flamenco y Sol!

Friday, May 29 @ 4:00PM — 5:30PMFri, May 29 @ 4:00PM — 5:30PM

Brooklyn Heights Library, 286 Cadman Plaza West , Brooklyn, NY 11201

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.

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Cante Flamenco Workshop with Mercedes Cortés

Cante Flamenco Workshop with Mercedes Cortés

Wednesday, May 27 @ 7:00PM — 8:30PMWed, May 27 @ 7:00PM — 8:30PM

BOMAA (Beauty Of Music And Art Studio), 337 E 81st St, New York, NY 10028, New York, NY 10028

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

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Cante Flamenco Workshop with Mercedes Cortés

Cante Flamenco Workshop with Mercedes Cortés

Tuesday, May 26 @ 7:00PM — 8:30PMTue, May 26 @ 7:00PM — 8:30PM

BOMAA (Beauty Of Music And Art Studio), 337 E 81st St, New York, NY 10028, New York, NY 10028

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

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Tablao a Peña Project

Tablao a Peña Project

Saturday, May 23 @ 7:00PMSat, May 23 @ 7:00PM

The Living Room at Full Circle, 297 Bruynswick Rd., Gardiner, NY 12525

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.

$35

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