Siempre Flamenco's Festival de Cante Miami

Macarena de Jerez is pure Gypsy, and her singing style is steeped in the heritage of her ancestors. She was born and raised in Jerez de la Frontera, the birthplace of flamenco. Macarena is a master of the most genuine palos of flamenco, and her electrifying stage presence has made her a highly sought-after performer at flamenco festivals worldwide.

Samuel Serrano is internationally known for his pure and authentic singing of flamenco. He is greatly admired by a broad public as well as the most knowledgeable experts in the flamenco community. In 2018, his album Dos Caminos was nominated for a Latin Grammy for Best Flamenco Album.

José Campos “Morenito Hijo,” son of Morenito de Illora, is a young singer from Cadiz who recently toured the United States singing alongside the son of great flamenco guitarist Tomatito. In 2019, Campos won first place at the Alcobendas New Talent Cante competition.

Paco Cepero is a cultural icon and living legend of flamenco guitar. Not only has he been performing worldwide for the past 60 years, but he has composed songs for some of Spain’s most famous singers, including Julio Iglesias and Rocio Jurado. He has won numerous awards in Spain and has recorded several albums.

José Cortés “Panzekito” comes from a legendary flamenco dynasty and is the son of late, great flamenco singer José Cortés “Pansequito del Puerto.” He is highly regarded as one of the foremost flamenco guitarists of today, with an international reputation. His expertise, knowledge and generosity make him an extremely sought-after flamenco guitarist for flamenco dance companies worldwide.

José Jiménez “El Bocadillo” is the son of the Madrid-based flamenco singer of the same name. Having grown up listening to flamenco, he realized his calling was in dance. Flamenco critic Manuel Bohorquez recently said of Jiménez after attending a performance of his: “José El Bocadillo, son of the singer with the same nickname, was a true discovery, a dancer of surprising strength and flamenco flair.”

Celia Fonta has over 30 years of experience presenting authentic performances of flamenco throughout the state of Florida and the U.S. She is a native of Chicago, where she first studied flamenco guitar before beginning her career in dance. She is a recipient of the Florida Folk Heritage award and has been a guest artist and teacher in flamenco workshops and concerts all over Florida and the United States.

Paco Fonta is internationally recognized as a foremost flamenco guitarist, singer and composer. Born in a small town near Jaen in the Andalusia region of southern Spain, he began his professional career performing in tablaos and festivals throughout Spain and Europe. Fonta currently resides in Miami along with his wife, Celia. They founded the not-for-profit company Siempre Flamenco, dedicated to promoting awareness of the arts and traditions of flamenco.