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Flamenco Cajón Intensive Workshop 1-3pm
March 6, 2016 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
This workshop is for any percussionist that would like to learn about Cajon Flamenco Rhythms. This 2-hour workshop with Luis de la Tota is presented by the Bay Area Flamenco Festival!
LUIS DE LA TOTA BIOGRAPHYLuis is a beloved teacher known for his ability to share the secrets of flamenco compás with endless energy, humor and grace. Born in one of the oldest Gypsy neighborhoods of Jerez de La Frontera, El Barrio de Santiago, Luis de la Tota began his career as a percussionist at the age of 8. He takes his artistic name from his grandmother ‘La Tota’, who has been an inspiration to him since his infancy. As a percussionist and palmero, Luis tours with flamenco‘s top artists such as Antonio Del Pipa, Fernando de La Morena, El Capullo, Moraito, Diego Carrasco and Angelita Vargas and has come to the Bay Area several times to perform at the Festival. As a Flamenco lyricist, his verses (letras) have been recorded widely and his work as a percussionist can be heard on many CDs.