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
Founder Joel Settles looks back at Flamenco Fest origins
by Joel Settles Roots in San Antonio Parks and Recreation As the creator of Flamenco Fest, former San Antonian Joel Settles shares memories of his work and the origins of
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
Between the keys at a flamenco festival
By Laila Freeman The powerful rhythmic strumming of guitars, the stamping of boots, the clapping of hands, the pounding of piano keys. Flamenco’s back in town. Wait a second. Piano?
Flamenco dancer Lakshmi Basile dances with spirits
By Linda Chase In Spanish folklore, duende is a supernatural spirit. In the flamenco tradition, it refers to passion and inspiration creating that moment when, through some mysterious alchemy, 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