Flamenco Pacifico kicking off POAC's Performing Arts Series
Bonner County Daily Bee | UPDATED 6 years, 6 months AGO
(Courtesy photo) Pend Oreille Arts Council brings Flamenco Pacifico to Sandpoint for a one-night performance at Heartwood Center at 7 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 3.
The accolades don’t stop for Flamenco Pacifico, and because so many people have raved about their talents, Pend Oreille Arts Council is thrilled to be bringing them to the Heartwood Center’s stage on Sunday, November 3 at 7 p.m. Tickets are on sale at artinsandpoint.org, Eve’s Leaves, Winter Ridge and the POAC office.
About Flamenco Pacifica, Scott Topper from Fox News wrote, “Fiery rhythmical magic, a must see!” Grammy award winner Pink said, “The ballsiest style of guitar I’ve ever seen.” And, academy award winner Diane Lane agreed that it was, “the most beautiful music I’ve ever heard.”
Flamenco is a genuine southern Spanish art form consisting of cante (song), baile (dance) and toque (the art of guitar playing). It was declared a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2010.
Often credited to gypsies, the origins of flamenco were inspired by a mixture of cultures present in Andalusia, Spain in the 18th century. Over the years, the flamenco genre has evolved to include several different influences. Today’s flamenco reflects these influences by incorporating different types of music such as Brazilian samba and American jazz.
Based in Oregon, Flamenco Pacifico is a dynamic, professional performance group dedicated to bringing the art of flamenco music and dance to audiences in the Pacific Northwest. Led by virtuoso flamenco guitarist and composer, Berto Boyd, the group’s guitar-driven performances feature original modern flamenco compositions rooted in the time-honored forms of traditional flamenco. With inspired dancing by Elena Villa and Melissa Cruz, the passionate vocals and guitar artistry of guitarist/singer Grant Ruiz, and driving rhythms by dynamic percussionist Terry Longshore, Flamenco Pacifico takes audiences on an unforgettable journey into the fascinating world of flamenco.
Seating is limited, so you’ll want to purchase your tickets today. This amazing performance is certain to be the “crowd-pleaser” of the season.
Information: artinsandpoint.org or 208-263-6139