(headline image: Samuel de Encarni – Photo courtesy of International Festival of Cante de las Minas)
The 64ª edition of Cante de las Minas Jury Special Prize, a €1,000 award for best flamenco accompanist, went to guitarist Paco Cortés, who supported the new holder of the “Lámpara Minera.”
In addition, the new “Mariano Conde” guitar award, consisting of a flamenco guitar from the renowned luthier brand, was presented to Samuel del Río Carmona, “Samuel de Encarni,” from Cádiz.
Author: World Music Central News Room
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