Sunday, July 12, 2009

With Rafa and Paella


Photo: With Rafa and Paella

After last night’s party, Rafa ordered a great paella which was wonderful. Made in Valencia. Now I understand why he always praises the paella they make where he was born wherever we go. He’s right.


Saturday, July 11, 2009

Nerea's Birthday


Photo: Birthday party of Nerea

It was my friend Nere’s birthday today and, as you can see from the photo, a lot of people came! It was a great party and we were drunk with joy.

Photo: With Nerea

Nere, what a great birthday! The lamb was wonderful, all our friends were great and you looked marvellous, as always! 
I hope Rafa doesn’t mind ;)
Happy Birthday, Nere!

Friday, July 10, 2009

Concert in Mont de Marsan


Photo: Concert in Mont de Marsan

The Mont de Marsan concert was marvellous. The audience was respectful and it is always nice to be made to feel so welcome.

Photo: With Mr. Javier Puga,  Artistic Director of the Festival

Javier and I talked a lot. We have a lot in common. We love music, our wives are Japanese, etc...


Photo: With Mr. Paco Sánchez

It was a pleasure to meet up with Paco again. He has just published a book of his photographs. And he dedicated a copy for me. Thanks, Paco. I’ll enjoy looking through it.


Thursday, July 9, 2009

TV in France


Photo:  Sound check

Photo: Interview for France National TV

I’m in France, in a city called Mont de Marsan. It is known for its flamenco enthusiasts and I have come to the 21st Flamenco Festival.

I was here before twice, with Paco de Lucía, in 1990 and 1994. This time I have come to present "Origen Flamenco".