What the local press has to say...
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“Sol Flamenco is Spain's artistic gem of Sonoma County”
Sebastopol Center for the Arts Quarterly “Romantic, sensual and passionate .... the authentic feeling of the great flamenco tablaos” Napa Valley Register “An evening of lightening fast footwork, haunting guitar rhythms, and soulful singing.” Pacific Sun “Santa Rosa’s Sol Flamenco Dance Troupe brought the drama of Spain’s signature dance and guitar to a rapt crowd.” Press Democrat “The group has been working together for many years and it shows in the dancer’s precision footwork, the guitarist’s bold accompaniment and the company’s strong stage presence.” The Willits News |
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What our clients have to say...
Exceptionally Talented and Exemplary Professionalism
Sol Flamenco is an extraordinary and unforgettable performance experience! The dancing, the singing, and the music is uplifting and a joy to watch. It's like being transported to Spain. The level of talent and craft is very high. Joelle is extremely professional and an absolute pleasure to work with. She is an excellent communicator, friendly, and detail oriented. I can't recommend Sol Flamenco enough!
Michele Kappel | The Lost Church, Santa Rosa
Manager and Events Coordinator
Sol Flamenco is an extraordinary and unforgettable performance experience! The dancing, the singing, and the music is uplifting and a joy to watch. It's like being transported to Spain. The level of talent and craft is very high. Joelle is extremely professional and an absolute pleasure to work with. She is an excellent communicator, friendly, and detail oriented. I can't recommend Sol Flamenco enough!
Michele Kappel | The Lost Church, Santa Rosa
Manager and Events Coordinator
Another transcendent experience was forthcoming. In tiny Occidental. The discipline and passion of all of you outstanding performers had us by the heartstrings. Long may you dance, play and sing!!!
Jim, Laura and Hilary
Audience members | Occidental Center for the Arts Performance
Jim, Laura and Hilary
Audience members | Occidental Center for the Arts Performance
Thanks so much for a smashing concert (earlier this week) - people were raving even last night at our closing concert! Wonderful!! All the best and we'll be in touch for future events!
Elly Lichenstein | Cinnabar Theater
Artistic/Executive Director
Elly Lichenstein | Cinnabar Theater
Artistic/Executive Director
It was indeed another spectacular performance! Our wine club members were raving about it and are already asking how they can reserve tickets to next year’s event.
Deney Raike | VML Winery
Hospitality and Events Coordinator
Deney Raike | VML Winery
Hospitality and Events Coordinator
I wanted to thank you again for such a spectacular performance on Saturday. The guests were thrilled with the music and dancing and the staff has been complimentary all morning. You certainly made the day! I'll look forward to working with you again soon!
Kelsey Hertig | Vineyard 29, Napa
Events Coordinator
Kelsey Hertig | Vineyard 29, Napa
Events Coordinator
All of us here at Lincoln Healthcare Events were thrilled with Sol Flamenco's contribution to our conference, LTC 100. The conference was a huge success for us an your performance was the icing on the cake! It was the first time Lincoln Healthcare Events had a live performance at one of our events so this was a risk for us.us. Due to the success, it will not be our last! Most importantly, all involved (attendees, conference staff, my boss) were VERY pleased. And I appreciated your professionalism from beginning to end of the planning process. You made my job so much easier!
Sara North | Lincoln Healthcare Events
Director
Sara North | Lincoln Healthcare Events
Director
Again, thank you for a wonderful performance last night. Your dancing really brought a magical element to the grand opening event at Abacela. The 2010 fiesta was complete success and your performances helped to make it a memorable experience for everyone. We all enjoyed your dancing, music and entertainment.
Andrew Wenzl | Abacela Winery
Winemaker
Andrew Wenzl | Abacela Winery
Winemaker
On behalf of the Spanish II students, we wish thank you for your gift of music to White Hill. I think everyone cam away with knowledge, joy and appreciation of your expertise and joy of Flamenco. You are each such accomplished entertainers, and together create an audio and visual feast! Thank you so much for giving of your time and yourselves.
Maryanne Rodgers | White Hill School
Teacher, Grades 6-8
Maryanne Rodgers | White Hill School
Teacher, Grades 6-8
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Fiery Rhythm from Sol Flamenco
By Alexa Chipman
REVIEW OF SOL FLAMENCO
Marin Onstage & Sol Flamenco
5 of 5 stars
Sol Flamenco opens with explosive palmas fuertes filling the intimate Belrose Theatre with exhilarating sound. Mark Taylor’s intricate toque skims the guitar in mesmerizing speed, interwoven with heart-felt, but not overpowering cante by El Moreno. The ensemble has cheerful, festive atmosphere with a good-humored sense of fun. The cozy velvet-draped theatre with tiny tables is the perfect setting for flamenco, which is often performed in cafés and bars throughout Spain.
A soulful, vibrant style of dance, flamenco comes out of the gypsy tradition when several cultures found themselves joined together taking mutual refuge. It gradually evolved into a performance art, when it solidified into the form we are familiar with today. Sol Flamenco is based in Santa Rosa, and was first invited to the Belrose last year to a delighted audience.
The evening’s program was varied, from the emotional longing of Soleá de Alcalá, to an electrifying flurry of footwork in Bulería fin de fiesta. I am partial toward Alegrías, since it was my favorite to perform, and Aldo Ruiz created a fast tempo lyrical performance with poise and elegance. Starting in traditional silence, Joelle Gonçalves’ Tangos de Malaga transitioned from haunting to playful and energetic. Her floreo is stunning—her fingers nimbly shift in flowering hand movements, flowing like water. Equally impressive, her feet strike precise sounds in clean rhythm across the floor.
Sol Flamenco is an electrifying evening of phenomenal music and dance that will carry you into a world of passion that is unique to flamenco.
