José Antonio Rodríguez, one the leading flamenco guitarists of his generation, is set to perform Saturday, March 3, 2018 at Roulette in Downtown Brooklyn. A…
Flamenco Guitar Virtuoso José Antonio Rodríguez Returns to New York City
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Fifth Edition of the Flamenco Contest “Alcobendas Flamenca Nuevos Talentos” Seeking Entries
Within the framework of flamenco festival Alcobendas Flamenca 2018, the fifth edition of the Flamenco New Talent contest for young people between 14 and 30…
Wu Man & Huayin Shadow Puppet Band to Perform at New York Society for Ethical Culture
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Rahim AlHaj Releases Video for “Running Boy”
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Bonnie Raitt Receives 2018 Folk Alliance International People’s Voice Award
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