Bolero Records proudly announces
the release of 'Distancias'
by Jason McGuire.

'Distancias' is the debut CD from one of the United States' leading flamenco guitarists, Jason McGuire. In this recording, Jason showcases his technical prowess, sensitivity and gift for composition. 'Distancias' reflects the passion of Jason's playing and promises to be a tour de force for guitar and world music enthusiasts everywhere.

Look for 'Distancias' in all major record outlets such as Tower Records, Barnes & Noble, Virgin Records and Best Buy. For the next 3 weeks, Jason is featured in listening stations at these stores.

http://www.bolero-records.com/
BOLERO RECORDS
18653 Ventura Blvd., Ste. 314
Tarzana, CA 91356
info@bolero-records.com

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Jason McGuire wins the 2005 Blue Moon Award in the Flamenco Puro category.
Jason has just received a prestigious acknowledgement from Blue Moon Awards, who have hailed him the "American Vicente Amigo" in the Flamenco Puro category. This international World Music site has written a glowing review of 'Distancias' which you can access below. Congratulations to Jason and the collaborators on his album, including Jose Manuel Blanco 'El Grillo,' singer Felix de Lola, and violinist Chris Kranyak 'El Ungaro." This is a tremendous honor and recognition that is well deserved.

http://www.6moons.com/worldmusic/

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NEW WORLD FLAMENCO FESTIVAL
Yaelisa, artistic director
 
The Festival is back!!!  The Irvine Barclay has begun selling tickets for the 2005 Festival, and they are going fast.  Brochure announcements have gone out, and the companies appearing for the "Familia y Tradicion" theme are the Farrucos, Yolanda Heredia/Isabel Bayon in "Una Batita de Cola (Homenaje a la Bata de Cola), and Antonio 'El Pipa' and Company featuring Juana la del Pipa.  Visit the Barclay website at www.thebarclay.org
 

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"What's the Meaning of Love?"
Yaelisa is the choreographer for a flamenco sequence for the new independent film "What's the Meaning of Love," which filmed in the San Francisco Bay Area for two weeks in May. Yaelisa is also dancing in the movie, and hired local dancers Carola Zertuche, Melissa Cruz, Sara Moncada and Fanny Ara to dance with her, with music by Jason McGuire "El Rubio". Look for the release of the film in early 2006.

www.caminosflamencos.com

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New! Portable Flamenco Dance Floors

1) Personal Dance Floor 5’x5’ ~ $150.00
2) Modular Dance Floor 2.5’ x 5’ interlocking sections
6 sections – creating 7.5’ x 10’ floor = $700
8 sections – creating 10’ x 10’ floor = $900

Floors are built of 1⁄2” thick Baltic. Birch Plywood built on 1/2” spacers creating a drum effect. Baltic Birch Plywood is used in the construction of percussive instruments because of the quality of its acoustic properties. Carpet pad included in price. Floors can be picked up in Rohnert Park.
Call to place order: (707) 486-8381

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New from Sevilla Press...
Flamenco Dance: Secrets of the Professionals

If you desire to be a performing or professional flamenco bailaora, SECRETS OF THE PROFESSIONALS might be the most valuable investment you can make in your dance future. For less than the cost of a single private dance lesson you can own inside information that would normally be acquired (if you are lucky) only through years of lessons, workshops, and performing. This is the stuff that is generally not taught in dance classes—tips and techniques that are the keys to success. It is not so much about planta-tacón (ball-heel) as it is about what to do with planta-tacón after you learn it. Although the book was written for students, dancers of all levels should be able to benefit from reading it. SECRETS OF THE PROFESSIONALS should also be of interest to many aficionados and guitarists. Although the book gets a little technical at times, the aficionado is sure to gain insight into the dance and enhance his pleasure in watching dance performances. Guitarists who wish to be accompanists will find a great deal of useful information. Even dance teachers will benefit from being reminded of what they should be teaching in their classes. Click here for more info.

UPCOMING SHOWS

Click on the show for calendar with full details. Check show information with venue.