Noche Flamenca

Canada's acclaimed, pre-eminent flamenco guitarist, Roger Scannura has just released his sixth disc titled Noche Flamenca, an homage to Jerez, Spain and the improvised evenings that take place at flamenco
gatherings. It is also symbolic of the nomadic life of the gypsies and the importance of family which gives their life continuity. This is Scannura's most soulful disc to date however, the opening title track starts the album on a note of intensity, with the raging compass of the hard driven Bulerias. "Burning Bridges" is a rumba played in the key of the flamenco Taranta which gives this cut a deep arabic flavour. "Leyena Y Sola" (Soleares) is the root of expression in flamenco and encompasses a wide berth of playing styles. "En Malaga" is a live cut from a recent tablao-style performance with dynamic castanet and violin accompaniment. Scannura has dedicated several pieces to his family members like "Santuario Por Manuel" and "El Surco" for his flamenco dancer daughter, Anjelica.