In 1918 one of the most outstanding musicians of the twentieth century was born: Leonard Bernstein. Conductor, composer, pianist and pedagogue, his multifaceted career has made him not only an icon of classical music for his work with the New York Philharmonic but also of opera and musical theatre for one of his key works: the mythical West Side Story. …
Leading woman golfers Catriona Matthew, Laura Davies, Trish Johnson and Beth Allen will be joining Azahara Muñoz from the 22nd to 25th of November at La Quinta to take part in the women’s Open de España. The presence of top players from around the world including England’s, Davies and Johnson and Scotland’s Matthew will be an added attraction for …
In everything is coloured you will be entertained by regional dances that include the Bolero, Verdiales de Comares, a stylized dance accompanied by castanets. Pilar Soto and the Ana Cristina De los Reyes Dance Company will perform Flamenco favourites choreographed by Guajiras, to the sound of guitarist Juan Santiago and the voice of Rocio Santiago. Venue: Centro Cultural Villa …
With Legends, Daniel Martínez takes us to the purest beginnings of music capturing the essence of Mediterranean Spain and the Cultures that passed through the region. Composed for voice, guitar and orchestra, Legends is a set of original and striking melodies that intertwine harmonies that are a delight for the senses. Venue: Centro Cultural Villa de Nerja, Calle …
Straight out of Latin America comes Old Havana featuring traditional Cuban music, such as Guantanamera, Che Comandante, La Negra Tomasa and Camisón de Pepa. Venue: Centro Cultural Villa de Nerja, Calle Granada, 45 Date: Saturday, November 10th, 2018 Time: 21:00 – 22:30 Admission: 12€
Often considered as being the epitome of classical ballets, Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake is a tale of love, betrayal and triumph of good over evil. The representation of the characters in this story, particularly in the confrontation between the purity of the White Swan and the intrigue, by the duplicity of the Black Swan, requires virtuosity and dramatic talent. The …
With a new show that features two dance couples, musicians and singer “La Porteña Tango” celebrates the Argentinian groups 10th anniversary. La Porteña Tango is considered to be one of the most popular Argentine tango groups with the largest audience in Europe. For their new tour in 2018, they released their fourth album produced by the renowned Litto Nebbia. …
Anachronic is a traditional jazz quintet comprised of Ana Villalba (vocals) Stefano Tomaselli (saxophone), Fali Martínez (guitar), Juan Baca (double bass), and Nicolás Huguenin (drums). With a carefully chosen repertoire, they try to bring back to the stage the great American jazz classics such as “I’ve found a new baby”, “Puttin’ on the Ritz”, “Ain’t misbehavin’ “Or” I’m gonna …
With this initial concert began what has come to be known as “the week of open doors”, a time when local musicians and performers can take to the stage and showcase their talents. Now 20 years on and over two thousand shows later the Villa de Nerja Cultural Centre is celebrating the event by holding a concert by the …
Born in Jersey City, New Jersey, Marty Elkins grew up listening to soul stations broadcasting out of New York City, and the late night R&B shows like Jocko’s Rocket Ship. Later while at college in Boston, Marty came across a copy of Billie Holiday’s “Lady in Satin” and instantly fell in love with jazz, a theme which is reinforced …