About Us
Our Founder ~ Anita Sheer
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Founded by Anita Sheer ~ 1985
Anita moved with her husband to the Bay Area.
Here she began a new career as a classical guitar performer and along
with a core group of flamencos, she started The Flamenco Society in 1982.
Anita also taught Flamenco guitar at De Anza College in Cupertine,
this class was the first in the U.S. to be given College credit.
Anita passed away due to cancer in 1996, however her spirit is always
present at all our performances. Her love for flamenco has inspired us
to continue with the art and the organization that she loved so much.
We are in our 37th year of operation and continue to bring the best in
Cante, Baile and Toqure to the greater San Francisco Bay area.
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What we do
ACADEMY
The education aspect of the Society is carried out by the Academy. Baile (dance) and Toque (guitar) classes are taught on a weekly basis at New Century Dance Studio. Address:1205 W El Camino Real, Sunnyvale, CA. 94087 - Website: 
https://www.newcenturydance.com
PRESENTATIONS
The Society also does presentations at public and private schools to introduce the youth of our community to the culture and music of Andalucia, Spain. Our Juerga's (Flamenco jam sessions) are showcases for established flamenco artists and for the students of the Flamenco Society Academy.
JUERGAS
These are concerts in the informal flamenco tradition. Juerga's are presented at the Historic Hoover Theater in San Jose four times a year. The shows start at 7:00 PM and usually last until 10:00 PM. The price of admission is $15 - $25
EVENTS
The Society presents formal shows starring our own professional cuadro known as "Flamenco Ole`" along with National and International Flemenco's. For a complete list of the Artists we have presented in the past, visit the Gallery page on our website.
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