Maria Bermudez Master Flamenco Workshop
Hong Kong
October 20-25, 2015
One of the most versatile flamenco artists in world music and dance today
A maestra of bulerias de Jerez and a teacher of many flamenco teachers
Participants will learn cante, jaleo, palmas as well as choreogrpahy
Experience Maria's impressive style of bulerias and solea
A maestra of bulerias de Jerez and a teacher of many flamenco teachers
Participants will learn cante, jaleo, palmas as well as choreogrpahy
Experience Maria's impressive style of bulerias and solea
As the founder and artistic director of the Flamenco groups ‘Sonidos Gitanos’ and ‘Chicana Gypsy Project’, Maria has exposed audiences across the world to the unique Flamenco sound and style of Jerez de la Frontera, Spain – the city where Maria has resided for many years. Honoured by the artists of this city for her relentless dedication to the artistry of this region, Maria’s work spans local, national and global spheres, drawing upon her rich Mexican-American heritage and her immersion in the Gypsy culture of Andalucía.
Maria's performances have graced the stages of many prominent venues that include: The Hollywood Bowl and the John Anson Ford Theatre in Los Angles, The Joyce Theatre and Lincoln Centre in New York, Festival de Beaucaire, France and the Teatro Villamarta, Spain during the prestigious Festival de Flamenco in Jerez. She has collaborated extensively with many Jerez based artists; singers, guitarists and dancers, including legendary names; Antonio & Manuel Malena, David & Alfredo Lagos, Coral, Ani and Milagros (Chiqui) de los Reyes, Joaquín El Zambo, Juana la del Pipa, Antonio El Pipa, Raphael & Juan Campallo, Andres Peña, Domingo Ortega, Alejandro Granados, Maria del Mar Moreno, Niño Jero – El Periquin, Jesus Alvarez, Ali & Luis de la Tota.
Maria's performances have graced the stages of many prominent venues that include: The Hollywood Bowl and the John Anson Ford Theatre in Los Angles, The Joyce Theatre and Lincoln Centre in New York, Festival de Beaucaire, France and the Teatro Villamarta, Spain during the prestigious Festival de Flamenco in Jerez. She has collaborated extensively with many Jerez based artists; singers, guitarists and dancers, including legendary names; Antonio & Manuel Malena, David & Alfredo Lagos, Coral, Ani and Milagros (Chiqui) de los Reyes, Joaquín El Zambo, Juana la del Pipa, Antonio El Pipa, Raphael & Juan Campallo, Andres Peña, Domingo Ortega, Alejandro Granados, Maria del Mar Moreno, Niño Jero – El Periquin, Jesus Alvarez, Ali & Luis de la Tota.
In 2014 Maria performed and choreographed the theatre production of ‘Heartsong’ that was nominated for a NAACP award in choreography. She recently toured Canada with the production ‘Recuerdos y Pasages’, that she choreographed and dramaturgically directed together with Domingo Ortega and in the same year was invited to perform with Juana la del Pipa at La Guardia del Angel during the prestigious Festival de Jerez.
One of Maria’s greatest attributes is her ability to teach, and this extends from her knowledge and experience in Flamenco and the dance form. This is extraordinarily prolific and her reputation as a nurturing and inspiring teacher has resonated praise all over the world.
One of Maria’s greatest attributes is her ability to teach, and this extends from her knowledge and experience in Flamenco and the dance form. This is extraordinarily prolific and her reputation as a nurturing and inspiring teacher has resonated praise all over the world.
Testimonials
"Maria Bermudez is one of the best teachers of the art of flamenco. She not only teaches flamenco but teaches the 'aire' or essence of how to interpret the dance. She has lived many years in what is considered the cradle of flamenco, Jerez de la Frontera. I highly recommend that students of flamenco study with her." Oscar Nieto, award-winning dancer, choreographer and master teacher.
"Maria Bermudez is an inspirational artist, dancer and performer. Her acute understanding of Flamenco and ability to transmit this in her teaching is more than remarkable. Having studied with her for five years in Jerez, I highly recommend her as an excellent teacher. Her knowledge and experience with the art form is prolific, making her an incredible resource, and she is both nurturing and generous as a teacher. This emanates through her warm spirit, positivity and compassion as a person. I highly recommend this workshop as an informative and valuable experience." Tomas Arroquero, dance artist, choreographer and teacher.
"Maria is a great teacher who cares about each of her student. Her depth of understanding and experience in flamenco dance together with her singing enabled me to enjoy and learn to the fullness in her classes. She's a true inspiration for students." Former student.
"Maria Bermudez is one of the best teachers of the art of flamenco. She not only teaches flamenco but teaches the 'aire' or essence of how to interpret the dance. She has lived many years in what is considered the cradle of flamenco, Jerez de la Frontera. I highly recommend that students of flamenco study with her." Oscar Nieto, award-winning dancer, choreographer and master teacher.
"Maria Bermudez is an inspirational artist, dancer and performer. Her acute understanding of Flamenco and ability to transmit this in her teaching is more than remarkable. Having studied with her for five years in Jerez, I highly recommend her as an excellent teacher. Her knowledge and experience with the art form is prolific, making her an incredible resource, and she is both nurturing and generous as a teacher. This emanates through her warm spirit, positivity and compassion as a person. I highly recommend this workshop as an informative and valuable experience." Tomas Arroquero, dance artist, choreographer and teacher.
"Maria is a great teacher who cares about each of her student. Her depth of understanding and experience in flamenco dance together with her singing enabled me to enjoy and learn to the fullness in her classes. She's a true inspiration for students." Former student.