View of Melbourne from across the Yarra River

31 Jan

Paco Lara and Sebastian Sánchez: Jerezanía

An intimate flamenco duet with Paco Lara and Sebastián Sánchez.

Paco Lara – Flamenco Guitarist
Francisco Lara Puerto, known professionally as Paco Lara, is an acclaimed flamenco guitarist from Jerez de la Frontera, Spain. Beginning his musical journey at the age of 8, he embarked on a professional career by 16, recording albums and touring extensively with his brother José Lara. Paco has collaborated with flamenco legends such as Paco Cepero and has been a pivotal figure in Flamenco Fusion, performing with renowned bands like El Barrio and Los Delinqüentes.

Sebastián Sánchez – Flamenco Dancer
Sebastián Sánchez is an accomplished Australian-Spanish flamenco dancer and choreographer with over 20 years of international experience. He began his flamenco journey in Brisbane before moving to Seville in 2008 to train under maestros like Andrés Peña and Rafael Campallo. Sebastián has performed across Europe, Russia and Australia, participating in major festivals and productions.