Flamenco at the Yardbird: Show 1

Co-Presented by Yardbird Suite

Spanish Flamenco singer/​percussionist Francisco Orozco ​“Yiyi” joins leading Canadian Flamenco dancers and musicians, from across the Prairies to the west coast, for an intimate evening of Flamenco dance, guitar, piano, and song.

Flamenco dancers Claire Marchand, Jane Ogilvie, and Rosanna Terracciano have explored their own creative trajectories since meeting years ago as emerging dancers. Now, as established artists, each has played an integral role in establishing a Flamenco presence in Western Canada.

Band & Dancers:

Francisco Orozco ​“Yiyi” (Song/​cajon) was born in Barcelona to an Andalusian family. Trained by his flamenco singer father ​“Joselón de Jerez”, he performs internationally as a flamenco singer and percussionist.

Claire Marchand (Dance) has performed across Canada and internationally.

Peter Mole’s (Guitar) raw yet lyrical guitar style comes alive when accompanying dance. He recently released his debut album ​“La Luna y el Viento.”

Jane Ogilvie (Dance, Piano) is a lifelong pianist and a 2023 recipient of the Edmonton Artist’s Trust Fund Award for dance.

Rosanna Terracciano (Dance), winner of the Jacqueline Lemieux Prize, has been presented throughout Canada and Europe, including at the Bienal de Flamenco (Seville).