Magnificent Flamenco
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## Join Us for an Electrifying Night
One of NM's greatest Flamenco Master Guitarists, Chusco, will be joined by Master dancers Mina Fajardo and Carlos Menchara, and Singer Le CheCha, for an electrifying night!
Chuscales
This was the name given to Jose Valle Fajardo by his Grandfather. Since then, the
name Chusco has come to describe a guitarist of consummate skill and a profound
understanding of the Flamenco traditions.
A native of Antequera, Spain, Chuscales grew up in a traditional gypsy family known
for its professional musicians and dancers. His grandmother was among those who
lived in the caves of Sacromonte, one of the legendary cradles of flamenco. Chuscales
recalls, "there were shows with Gypsies from Granada who grew up in families that lived
there. I wish you could see it, the families in the caves and the singing and dancing.
There might be seven, eight, maybe nine caves, all with singing and dancing, and there
would be more singing and dancing on the streets every day. It was a very formative
time in my life, like a dream. This is where I learned everything — the rhythm, the beat,
the guitar. I am still learning from those thousands of nights performing with my family,
my father, my Grandfather, and my friends."
A renowned flamenco guitarist, audiences find Chuscale's music touching and exotic;
his presence is engaging, and his skill as a guitarist is simply astounding. A Chuscales
concert is an experience that audiences take with them.