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Flamenco Class Update

NEXT FLAMENCO SESSION – Starts Sep 12th!

Registration for the Fall flamenco session is now available. 

Classes run Thursday nights at Sugar Swing.

6 – 7 Beginner
7 – 8 Beg/Int
8 – 9 Int/Adv

The early-bird deadline is Sep 5th.

Series 1 – 5 classes: Sep 12 – Oct 24 (no classes Sep 26 and Oct 17)
Series 2 – 6 classes: Nov 7 – Dec 12*

*IMPORTANT – December 12th’s class will be all levels combined from 6:30 – 8:00

You can register for a shorter 5-6 class series, or for the whole 11 class session and save.

More information on my CLASSES page

Hope to see you in class!

Fall classes poster

Performance and masterclass in Edmonton!

I have been invited to participate in “The Magpie Collection – A Dance Festival” at Mile Zero Dance this July.

As part of the festival, I will be teaching a class in flamenco rhythm and body percussion on Tuesday, July 23rd from 12:00 – 1:30.

As well, Rosanna Terracciano and I are collaborating for a flamenco dance piece “ALONE” on July 27th.

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ALONE – One of the greatest challenges of working as a flamenco artist outside of Spain (and especially as a prairie artist in Canada) is the scarcity of other flamencos to interact with on a regular basis. Flamenco is such a complicated and interactive artform, yet we often find ourselves isolated – conversing with imagined musicians, dancers, and singers – preparing for the brief moments when we will finally get to react to each other in performance. How do we prepare for those brief moments of togetherness? How do we perform flamenco when there’s no one to perform with?

Rosanna 📸 – Dayna Szyndrowski
Jane 📸 – self

Tickets and festival information here

Hope to see you there!

Student Social

We didn’t have a chance to go out for tea/coffee and socializing during classes this year so I’m proposing a meetup this coming Thursday, June 6th from 7-8pm in the Whyte avenue area. This is a great time to get to know fellow students and connect with the community outside of classes.

If you have taken class from me at any point since September and would like to join us, please let me know via email, my contact form, or social media DM and I will send you the details.

Hope to see you there!

Flamenco Class Update

NEXT FLAMENCO SERIES – Starts April 25th!

Our recent 6 week Thursday class series finished on April 11th. We are taking a one week break before the next series with no classes on Thursday April 18th.

Wondering about the next 6 week series or wanting to sign up? More information below.

Classes run Thursday nights at Sugar Swing.

6 – 7 Beginner

This class works with some of the basic elements of flamenco dance: arms, footwork, movement and clapping. Students will gain an understanding of flamenco terminology, rhythm, music, and structure as they learn how to dance, clap, and improvise within the 4 count.

The upcoming series will focus on improvisation within the song and learning to accompany other dancers with clapping.

7 – 8 Beg/Int

The upcoming series will focus on dancing bulerias solo and in pairs and learning to accompany with clapping. If you haven’t attended this level yet, please contact me before registering.

8 – 9 Int/Adv

Along with technique, we will continue to work with Caña with a focus on pulling the whole piece together. If you haven’t attended this level at all since September, please contact me before registering.

The upcoming early-bird deadline is Apr 18th.

Series 3 – 6 weeks: Apr 25 – May 30

More information on my CLASSES page

Hope to see you in class!

Performance in Edmonton!

UPDATE: This show is now sold out!

A rare opportunity to experience Flamenco as it is meant to be: live and up close. 

Flamenco at the Yardbird
Sunday, May 12th, 2024
7:30 pm
Yardbird Suite, Edmonton

At long last I can announce that I will be back performing flamenco piano and dance in Edmonton at the Yardbird Suite on Sunday, May 12th (Mother’s Day) at 7:30pm. 

The lineup for this show is fantastic. I’m so thrilled to be performing with my longtime friends and colleagues: dancers Claire Marchand (Vancouver) and Rosanna Terracciano (Calgary); and guitarist Peter Mole (Vancouver); as we collaborate with singer Celedonio Garrido (Spain), for an intimate evening of flamenco dance, guitar, piano, and song.

This project had been percolating for the past year when a sudden opportunity to work with Cele popped up this Spring inspiring us to bring it to fruition in May. We’re so pleased the Yardbird was able to accomodate his available dates.  

More information here

Hope to see you there!
Jane

Flamenco Class Update

NEXT TECHNIQUE CLASS SERIES – Starts April 8th!

We’re taking a break from technique classes and will resume after Easter. There are no technique classes on March 25th or April 1st.

Looking to improve your flamenco technique? Join my weekly class working on arms, hands, marking, footwork, turns… This is a chance to focus on improving your foundational skills without having to remember a choreography or set of steps from week to week.

These classes are for Int /Adv students that have had some exposure to the 12 count. You do not need to be a past or current student of mine to attend. This class is not intended for Level 1 students. If you are a current student in Flamenco 2 or 3, this class is for you!

Mondays 8:00 – 9:00pm at Sugar Swing.

Next series – 4 Mondays: Apr 8 – Apr 29

The early-bird deadline is Apr 1st. 
Drop in also available – register via the drop in link

*Students currently registered in flamenco at Sugar Swing receive an additional 15% off.

More information on my CLASSES page

Hope to see you in class!

Flamenco Class Update

NEXT FLAMENCO SERIES – Starts March 7th

Our first 6 week series finished last week and we are taking a break this week with no classes on Thursday the 29th. If you signed up for the full 12 week session in January, I’ll see you again on March 7th.

Wondering about this next 6 week series or wanting to sign up? Each series covers new material. More information below.

Classes run Thursday nights at Sugar Swing.

6 – 7 Beginner

This class works with some of the basic elements of flamenco dance: arms, footwork, movement and clapping. Students will gain an understanding of flamenco terminology, rhythm, music, and structure as they learn how to dance, clap, and improvise within the 4 count. The upcoming series will focus on a footwork section.

7 – 8 Beg/Int

Along with technique, we will continue to dance, clap, and improvise within the 12 count.

8 – 9 Int/Adv

Along with technique, we will continue to work with Caña with a focus on a footwork section.

The upcoming early-bird deadline is Feb 29th.

Series 1 – 6 weeks: Jan 18 – Feb 22 (ended)
Series 2 – 6 weeks: Mar 7 – Apr 11*

*IMPORTANT – April 11th’s class will be all levels combined from 6:30 – 8:00

More information on my CLASSES page

Hope to see you in class!

Flamenco Class Update

NEW TECHNIQUE CLASS – Starts Feb 26h!

Looking to improve your flamenco technique? Join my new weekly class working on arms, hands, marking, footwork, turns… This is a chance to focus on improving your foundational skills without having to remember a choreography or set of steps from week to week.

These classes are for any student that has had some exposure to the 12 count. You do not need to be a past or current student of mine to attend. 

Mondays 8:00 – 9:00pm at Sugar Swing.

This series – 4 Mondays: Feb 26 – Mar 18

The early-bird deadline is Feb 19th. 
Drop in also available – register via the drop in link

*Students currently registered in flamenco at Sugar Swing receive an additional 15% off.

More information on my CLASSES page

Hope to see you in class!

Flamenco technique class?

The opportunity to run a weekly flamenco technique class has opened up at Sugar Swing!

I need some feedback from students first so I can determine if the class is viable. Please see below for details and a quick feedback form.

Session start date – mid-February

Mondays 8:00 – 9:00 

We will be working on arms, hands, marking, footwork, turns etc. This class gives you a chance to focus on improving your foundational skills without having to remember a choreography or set of steps from week to week.

Level – These classes are for any student that has had some exposure to the 12 count. You do not need to be a past or current student of mine to attend. If you are a current student in Flamenco 2 or 3, this class is for you! (Level 1, not quite yet. Previous exposure to the 12 count is vital) As this is a multi-level class there will options for each area of focus for those needing it simplified or wanting more of a challenge.

Discounts (these are tentative but most probable):

  • $20/class rate when paying for a series up front, I’m just not sure how many classes will be in a series.
  • Discount for Students and Sugar Swing members
  • Discounted rate for students currently registered in Flamenco 2 or 3
  • Drop-in $22

If you are interested in a general flamenco technique class starting mid-February, could you please take a few seconds to fill out the google form at the link below? It is just 2 multiple choice questions about start date and registering for a series vs dropping-in. Filling it out does not require you to commit to classes. It is just to gauge interest and determine feasibility.

The google form is now closed. You can find out about technique class and the link to register on my CLASSES page.

hope to see you in class!

Flamenco Class Update

NEXT FLAMENCO SESSION – Starts Jan 18th!

Registration for the first flamenco session of 2024 is now available. 

Classes run Thursday nights at Sugar Swing.

6 – 7 Beginner
7 – 8 Beg/Int
8 – 9 Int/Adv

The early-bird deadline is Jan 11th.

Series 1 – 6 weeks: Jan 18 – Feb 22
Series 2 – 6 weeks: Mar 7 – Apr 11*

*IMPORTANT – April 11th’s class will be all levels combined from 6:30 – 8:00

You can register for a 6 week series, or for the whole 12 week session and save.

More information on my CLASSES page

Hope to see you in class!

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