2024 brings an all new
La Emi show!
Shows
LA EMI, NEW MEXICO’S VERY OWN, RETURNS WITH A FLAMENCO SHOWCASE
OF GRAND SCALE AND VISION
Tickets Now Available For The 2024 Season at 3 locations within the Heritage Hotels & Resorts Portfolio: Inn & Spa at Loretto in Santa Fe, El Monte Sagrado, Taos, and Hotel Encanto de Las Cruces. Shows are running from August 21 Through December 31, 2024
SANTA FE, NM (July 22, 2024) -- La Emi, New Mexico’s very own Flamenco artist, is returning for her 2024 season at 3 properties within the Heritage Hotels & Resorts Portfolio. La Emi’s 2024 season will be held on various dates from August 21 to December 31. This production is a collaboration with both La Emi and her dance company, as well as Vicente Griego with his band, ReVóZo. The dance choreography is in collaboration with top choreographers, Gala Vivancos from Madrid, and Eloy Aguilar from Granada.
“We are excited to return to the stage for our season in a new venue. I'm thrilled to be sharing the stage with Vicente Griego along with his band ReVóZo, top tier, world renowned musicians. ReVóZo's band members will feature violin, percussion, guitar, and New Mexico's very own Vicente Griego on vocals. “The melodies of ReVóZo have entranced audiences with a mesmerizing and a unique pallet of northern New Mexico influence. Audiences walk away moved by the remarkable talent and power of Flamenco, the influential roots and the spirit that fills the small stage.” Said Cassandra Romero, producer of WildFlower Playhouse. “I will also be debuting a new solo, one of the most profound dance styles in Flamenco, Soleá. Last year, we incorporated more modern elements and were able to introduce traditional Flamenco at a larger scale. This year, we welcome new and returning audience members to join us and embrace their love of Flamenco as our show continues to grow and evolve.” Said La Emi.
The show is a combination of the classic style of Flamenco puro and Danza Española, which is a culmination of Flamenco, Ballet and Folklore. Guests will delight in an eye-catching display that captures a range of emotions — love, loss, power and strength. Dancers will don custom frocks handmade by local Santa Fe seamstress Maria Sena, made of fabrics and materials hand-selected by Emi during her time in Spain, and various acts will include props such as bastones (canes), bata de cola (long train dress), and castañuelas (castanets).
A prominent performer, teacher and organizer in the state, La Emi, a New Mexico native, began
studying the art of Flamenco with the María Benítez Institute for Spanish Arts (ISA) at the age of 4. In 2014, La Emi founded her own dance company, EmiArteFlamenco, and in 2017, she founded both EmiArteFlamenco Academy, a school for students of all ages, and Flamenco Youth de Santa Fe, a children’s company that performs for communities all around New Mexico.
In addition to performing in venues across the country, La Emi has traveled to Spain since 2013
to study intensively with notable dancers like Gala Vivancos, Carmela Greco, Belén López, Mónica Fernández, Anabel Moreno and La Popi and performed in major venues and events in Madrid, Granada and Seville.
In the summer of 2018, she launched her professional career with Heritage Hotels, producing
performances at the Benítez Cabaret at The Lodge at Santa Fe. La Emi has received recognition for her talent and work through the years, including Santa Fe Mayor’s Melissa Engestrom Youth Artist Award for Excellence in the Arts in 2012 and being selected as one of 12 young and emerging artists in Pasatiempo.
Santa Fe Inn and Spa Loretto shows from August 21st - October 6th begin at 8 p.m, with doors opening at 7:15 p.m, with Sunday matinees beginning at 2 p.m, with doors opening at 1:15 p.m. The December 26-31st shows at Inn and Spa Loretto begin at 7:30pm, with doors open at 6:45pm.
Our shows at El Monte Sagrado October 18-19 begin at 7:30pm, with doors opening at 6:45pm.
Our third location at Hotel Encanto de Las Cruces on October 24-24th begins at 7:30pm, with doors opening at 6:45pm.
LA EMI, NEW MEXICO’S VERY OWN, RETURNS WITH A FLAMENCO SHOWCASE OF GRAND SCALE AND VISION
Tickets Now Available For The 2024 Season at 3 locations within the Heritage Hotels & Resorts Portfolio: Inn & Spa at Loretto in Santa Fe, El Monte Sagrado, Taos, and Hotel Encanto de Las Cruces. Shows are running from August 21 Through December 31, 2024
SANTA FE, NM (July 22, 2024) -- La Emi, New Mexico’s very own Flamenco artist, is returning for her 2024 season at 3 properties within the Heritage Hotels & Resorts Portfolio. La Emi’s 2024 season will be held on various dates from August 21 to December 31. This production is a collaboration with both La Emi and her dance company, as well as Vicente Griego with his band, ReVóZo. The dance choreography is in collaboration with top choreographers, Gala Vivancos from Madrid, and Eloy Aguilar from Granada.
“We are excited to return to the stage for our season in a new venue. I'm thrilled to be sharing the stage with Vicente Griego along with his band ReVóZo, top tier, world renowned musicians. ReVóZo's band members will feature violin, percussion, guitar, and New Mexico's very own Vicente Griego on vocals. “The melodies of ReVóZo have entranced audiences with a mesmerizing and a unique pallet of northern New Mexico influence. Audiences walk away moved by the remarkable talent and power of Flamenco, the influential roots and the spirit that fills the small stage.” Said Cassandra Romero, producer of WildFlower Playhouse. “I will also be debuting a new solo, one of the most profound dance styles in Flamenco, Soleá. Last year, we incorporated more modern elements and were able to introduce traditional Flamenco at a larger scale. This year, we welcome new and returning audience members to join us and embrace their love of Flamenco as our show continues to grow and evolve.” Said La Emi.
The show is a combination of the classic style of Flamenco puro and Danza Española, which is a culmination of Flamenco, Ballet and Folklore. Guests will delight in an eye-catching display that captures a range of emotions — love, loss, power and strength. Dancers will don custom frocks handmade by local Santa Fe seamstress Maria Sena, made of fabrics and materials hand-selected by Emi during her time in Spain, and various acts will include props such as bastones (canes), bata de cola (long train dress), and castañuelas (castanets).
A prominent performer, teacher and organizer in the state, La Emi, a New Mexico native, began
studying the art of Flamenco with the María Benítez Institute for Spanish Arts (ISA) at the age of 4. In 2014, La Emi founded her own dance company, EmiArteFlamenco, and in 2017, she founded both EmiArteFlamenco Academy, a school for students of all ages, and Flamenco Youth de Santa Fe, a children’s company that performs for communities all around New Mexico.
In addition to performing in venues across the country, La Emi has traveled to Spain since 2013
to study intensively with notable dancers like Gala Vivancos, Carmela Greco, Belén López, Mónica Fernández, Anabel Moreno and La Popi and performed in major venues and events in Madrid, Granada and Seville.
In the summer of 2018, she launched her professional career with Heritage Hotels, producing
performances at the Benítez Cabaret at The Lodge at Santa Fe. La Emi has received recognition for her talent and work through the years, including Santa Fe Mayor’s Melissa Engestrom Youth Artist Award for Excellence in the Arts in 2012 and being selected as one of 12 young and emerging artists in Pasatiempo.
Santa Fe Inn and Spa Loretto shows from August 21st - October 6th begin at 8 p.m, with doors opening at 7:15 p.m, with Sunday matinees beginning at 2 p.m, with doors opening at 1:15 p.m. The December 26-31st shows at Inn and Spa Loretto begin at 7:30pm, with doors open at 6:45pm.
Our shows at El Monte Sagrado October 18-19 begin at 7:30pm, with doors opening at 6:45pm.
Our third location at Hotel Encanto de Las Cruces on October 24-24th begins at 7:30pm, with doors opening at 6:45pm.
UPCOMING SHOW DATES:
Inn and Spa At Loretto
211 Old Santa Fe Trail
Santa Fe, NM 87501
BOOK YOUR TICKETS
Dec 26-31
Doors open: 6:45pm MDT
Performance Starts 7:30pm
LA Emi
La Emi began her flamenco journey at the age of four and has emerged as a teacher and performer acclaimed for her artistry and craft. La Emi started studying flamenco with the María Benítez Institute for Spanish Arts (ISA) when she was four years old and began working with the Institute’s youth company, Flamenco’s Next Generation at the age of 10. Just two years later – when she was only 12 – she started teaching within the Northern New Mexico public school system. She began teaching for Moving Arts Española in 2005 and ISA in 2006.
As a performer, La Emi has danced on stages from New Mexico to Spain, appearing in the production of “El Pintor” at the National Hispanic Cultural Center in Albuquerque (2010), Entreflamenco, the company of Antonio Granjero and Estefania Ramirez, at the Lodge at Santa Fe (2011, 2012 and 2015), Juan Siddi Flamenco Santa Fe (2013, 2014 and 2016) and Compañia Chuscales y Mina Fajardo (2010-2014). She also danced with the National Institute of Flamenco in their Summer Season at the Lodge at Santa Fe in 2017. In 2011, La Emi was nominated and selected as one of the 12 young and emerging artists in Pasatiempo.
In 2012, she received the Santa Fe Mayor’s Melissa Engestrom Youth Artist Award for Excellence in the Arts. La Emi studied intensively in Spain with Gala Vivancos, Carmela Greco, La Popi, José Galván, Juana Amaya, Yolanda Heredia, Iván Vargas Heredia, Torombo, Rocio Alcaide Ruiz, Monica Fernandez and many others. She has performed under the direction of Carmela Greco, José Galván, and Torombo and at major venues including the Carmela Greco Seminario de Flamenco y Danza Española and Café de Chinitas in Madrid; Cuevas Los Tarantos in the Sacramonte of Granada and the Teatro Alameda Festival Flamenco in Sevilla.
La Emi founded her non-profit EmiArteFlamenco Academy in 2019 where she continues to teach and is the director. She also performs in many venues throughout the country.
La Emi began her professional career with Heritage Hotels & Resorts in partnership with the National Institute of Flamenco in the summer of 2018 and produced with them a second summer season in 2019. In the fall of 2019, La Emi launched her independent company, with a series of performances at The Lodge at Santa Fe.
Meet this year's Featured Artists
LA Emi
Meet this year's Featured Artists
La Emi began her flamenco journey at the age of four and has emerged as a teacher and performer acclaimed for her artistry and craft.
La Emi started studying flamenco with the María Benítez Institute for Spanish Arts (ISA) when she was four years old and began working with the Institute’s youth company, Flamenco’s Next Generation at the age of 10. Just two years later – when she was only 12 – she started teaching within the Northern New Mexico public school system. She began teaching for Moving Arts Española in 2005 and ISA in 2006.
As a performer, La Emi has danced on stages from New Mexico to Spain, appearing in the production of “El Pintor” at the National Hispanic Cultural Center in Albuquerque (2010), Entreflamenco, the company of Antonio Granjero and Estefania Ramirez, at the Lodge at Santa Fe (2011, 2012 and 2015), Juan Siddi Flamenco Santa Fe (2013, 2014 and 2016) and Compañia Chuscales y Mina Fajardo (2010-2014). She also danced with the National Institute of Flamenco in their Summer Season at the Lodge at Santa Fe in 2017.
In 2011, La Emi was nominated and selected as one of the 12 young and emerging artists in Pasatiempo.
In 2012, she received the Santa Fe Mayor’s Melissa Engestrom Youth Artist Award for Excellence in the Arts.
La Emi studied intensively in Spain with Gala Vivancos, Carmela Greco, La Popi, José Galván, Juana Amaya, Yolanda Heredia, Iván Vargas Heredia, Torombo, Rocio Alcaide Ruiz, Monica Fernandez and many others. She has performed under the direction of Carmela Greco, José Galván, and Torombo and at major venues including the Carmela Greco Seminario de Flamenco y Danza Española and Café de Chinitas in Madrid; Cuevas Los Tarantos in the Sacramonte of Granada and the Teatro Alameda Festival Flamenco in Sevilla.
La Emi founded her non-profit EmiArteFlamenco Academy in 2019 where she continues to teach and is the director. She also performs in many venues throughout the country.
La Emi began her professional career with Heritage Hotels & Resorts in partnership with the National Institute of Flamenco in the summer of 2018 and produced with them a second summer season in 2019. In the fall of 2019, La Emi launched her independent company, with a series of performances at The Lodge at Santa Fe.
VICENTE GRIEGO
Meet this year's Featured Artists
From Dixon/Embudo, NM, Vicente is devoted to Cante Flamenco. In 1999, toured internationally with José Greco II and mentored by Alfonso Gabarri, “El Veneno”. Griego is a pupil of guitarist (Jose Valle, Chuscales) and singer, José Fernández. Griego performs with Yjastros: The American Flamenco Repertory Company, and EmiArteFlamenco. He is lead singer in the Rumba Flamenca band, ReVoZo. Griego’s a faculty member in the department of Theatre and Dance at the University of New Mexico
“EL CARTUCHO”
Singer / Co-director
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Singer / Co-director
“EL CARTUCHO”
VICENTE GRIEGO
Meet this year's Featured Artists
VICENTE GRIEGO
From Dixon/Embudo, NM, Vicente is devoted to Cante Flamenco. In 1999, toured internationally with José Greco II and mentored by Alfonso Gabarri, “El Veneno”. Griego is a pupil of guitarist (Jose Valle, Chuscales) and singer, José Fernández. Griego performs with Yjastros: The American Flamenco Repertory Company, and EmiArteFlamenco. He is lead singer in the Rumba Flamenca band, ReVoZo. Griego’s a faculty member in the department of Theatre and Dance at the University of New Mexico
Misael Barraza-Díaz
Misael Barraza-Diaz began playing flamenco guitar as a self-taught
musician at an early age. His hunger and devotion towards the andalucian
artform led him to study in Spain several times.
In 2010, Misael was awarded first prize at the Concurso Nacional de Flamenco in Albuquerque, New Mexico, at the prestigious Festival de
Flamenco. Since then, the artist has developed a career both as a soloist
and as an accompanist.
Misael is currently involved in the recording and production of multiple
albums, but is extremely pleased to be able to present his latest CD "El
Camino Forjado" (2023). For more on the artist, please visit
misaelflamenco.com
Guitarist
Meet this year's Featured Artists
Misael Barraza-Diaz began playing flamenco guitar as a self-taught musician at an early age. His hunger and devotion towards the andalucian artform led him to study in Spain several times.
In 2010, Misael was awarded first prize at the Concurso Nacional de Flamenco in Albuquerque, New Mexico, at the prestigious Festival de Flamenco. Since then, the artist has developed a career both as a soloist and as an accompanist.
Misael is currently involved in the recording and production of multiple
albums, but is extremely pleased to be able to present his latest CD "El Camino Forjado" (2023). For more on the artist, please visit misaelflamenco.com
Muni Kulasinghe
Muni Kulasinghe is one of New Mexico’s most sought after violin players,
be it for studio or live work. His projects include Le Chat Lunatique, a
multi-award winning, 20 year running Gypsy Swing band, Mariachi Amigos de Nuevo Mexico, and now ReVóZo, Rumba Flamenca. His recordings have won multiple New Mexico music awards. A passionate educator, Muni works for the Young Musician Initiative (a NM Philharmonic affiliate), teaches violin privately and coaches for the Albuquerque Youth Symphony. He also runs the Noon Concert Series for the Arts-in-Medicine program at the University of New Mexico.
Violinist
Meet this year's Featured Artists
Muni Kulasinghe is one of New Mexico’s
most sought after violin players, be it for studio or live work. His projects
include Le Chat Lunatique, a multi-award
winning, 20 year running Gypsy Swing
band, Mariachi Amigos de Nuevo Mexico,
and now ReVóZo, Rumba Flamenca. His
recordings have won multiple New Mexico
music awards. A passionate educator, Muni
works for the Young Musician Initiative (a
NM Philharmonic affiliate), teaches violin
privately and coaches for the Albuquerque
Youth Symphony. He also runs the Noon
Concert Series for the Arts-in-Medicine
program at the University of New Mexico.
Eddie Garcia
Santa Fe native Eddie Garcia received his first drum kit at around the age of 3 and has had a passion for music ever since. At first a self-taught drummer, it was his love of music that built the foundation of his playing. His versatility and strong work ethic are what have gained him several opportunities in the music industry. Over the years, his experiences
range from touring the Globe and working as a session drummer. Artists include Bill Champlin, Pointer Sisters, David Cassidy, Lou Rawls and the list is infinite.
Percussion
Meet this year's Featured Artists
Santa Fe native Eddie Garcia received his
first drum kit at around the age of 3 and has
had a passion for music ever since. At first a
self-taught drummer, it was his love of music
that built the foundation of his playing. His
versatility and strong work ethic are what
have gained him several opportunities in the
music industry. Over the years, his experiences
range from touring the Globe and working
as a session drummer. Artists include Bill
Champlin, Pointer Sisters, David Cassidy, Lou
Rawls and the list is infinite.
JANIRA CORDOVA
Meet this year's Featured Artists
Janira started dancing at the age of five with Baile Español, a Folklórico group in Santa Fe. Soon thereafter, she discovered Flamenco and began studying under María Benítez at the Institute for Spanish Arts. As she continued to perform and cultivate her passion for Flamenco, Janira had the privilege to further her dance and study under well-known Flamenco artists, such as Gala Vivancos, Adela Clara, Juan Siddi, Jose Junco, Antonio Granjero, Ileana Gomez and many others. Janira has taught at EmiArteFlamenco Academy and continues to cultivate her passion and study Flamenco.
Core dancer
Janira started dancing at the age of five with Baile Español, a Folklórico group in Santa Fe. Soon thereafter, she discovered Flamenco and began studying under María Benítez at the Institute for Spanish Arts. As she continued to perform and cultivate her passion for Flamenco, Janira had the privilege to further her dance and study under well-known Flamenco artists, such as Gala Vivancos, Adela Clara, Juan Siddi, Jose Junco, Antonio Granjero, Ileana Gomez and many others. Janira has taught at EmiArteFlamenco Academy and continues to cultivate her passion and study Flamenco.
Aislin Garcia Robertson
Meet this year's Featured Artists
Aislin Garica Robertson was 8 years old when she started studying Flamenco at the María Benítez Institute for Spanish Arts. There she met Emi, who was her teacher for many years. Later Aislin followed Emi to EmiArteFlamenco Academy. In December 2023, after a long journey, Aislin was invited to dance as a core member of EmiArteFlamenco. Aislin also works with the performing group; Flamenco Youth de Santa Fe and has taught at EmiArteFlamenco Academy for almost three years. She is commited to sharing this gift with her community and the next generation of artists.
Core dancer
Meet this year's Featured Artists
Aislin Garica Robertson was 8 years old when she started studying Flamenco at the María Benítez Institute for Spanish Arts. There she met Emi, who was her teacher for many years. Later Aislin followed Emi to EmiArteFlamenco Academy. In December 2023, after a long journey, Aislin was invited to dance as a core member of EmiArteFlamenco. Aislin also works with the performing group; Flamenco Youth de Santa Fe and has taught at EmiArteFlamenco Academy for almost three years. She is commited to sharing this gift with her community and the next generation of artists.
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