Gerry Gibbs on Jazz Evolution and Carmens’ Impact
by Marco Aquino In this interview, band leader and multi-instrumentalist Gerry Gibbs reflects on his early years of musical performances at Carmens de la Calle. The son of famed vibraphonist
Arte y Pasión’s Sonidos de libertad Explores Parallels Between Punk and Flamenco
by Marco Aquino Since its debut in 2009, Tamara Adira’s avant-garde troupe Arte y Pasión has used flamenco as a vehicle for social commentary, political protest, and artistic healing. The
An interview with costume designer Lisa Perello
An interview with costume designer Lisa Perello Marco Aquino As a former flamenco dancer, Lisa Perello creates costumes for every professional flamenco dancer and flamenco school in San Antonio. Her
An interview with jazz trumpeter Pete Rodriguez
Marco Aquino In celebration of Carmens’ 20th anniversary, we caught up with Latin jazz trumpeter and percussionist Pete Rodriguez. The son of legendary salsero Pete “El Conde” Rodriguez, the younger
Art in Motion: Andrea “Vocab” Sanderson on New Music Video, Mural and the Power of Cultural Representation
Marco Aquino 2020 has been a landmark year for Andrea “Vocab” Sanderson. In March, she released her first book of poetry, She Lives in Music via FlowerSong Books. The same month, the
Flamenco master Farruquito brings his duende to SA
Marco Aquino As heir to one of the greatest flamenco dynasties in the world, the Spanish dancer Farruquito has been perfecting his craft since the tender age of 4. That’s