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Ritmo Flamenco is an internationally acclaimed flamenco dance and music ensemble led by award-winning flamenco guitarist Roger Scannura and Artistic Director Valerie Scannura. We would love to tailor a package for your special event. Scroll throughout this page for more videos and photos as well as an extensive list of past engagements.
One professional flamenco dancer with CD for a 20-25 minute solo performance: Rates start at $275 Email vscannura@gmail.com to book
All Ritmo Flamenco dancers have professional dance backgrounds and have studied intensely with Artistic Director Valerie Scannura and in Spain with esteemed flamenco artists. The dancers are dressed in authentic costumes and are trained by Ritmo Flamenco as well as having traveled to Seville and Jerez to take part in the Festival de Jerez.
One professional flamenco dancer with flamenco guitarist for 20-25 min performance. Roger and Valerie Scannura are a husband a wife team and have over 35 of performance experience internationally and regularly perform together in concert and special events.
Rates for guitarist and dancer are flexible depending on length of show. Starting rates are $550 for 2 performers.
Larger groups are available on request. Our 7 piece dance and music ensemble will be performing at the Vaughn International Music Festival August 23 and 24, 2024.
UPCOMING PERFORMANCES ARE THE VAUGHNAN INTERNTATIONAL MUSIC FESTIVAL WITH OUR FULL COMPANY! AUGUST 23/24, 2024
Internationally acclaimed flamenco guitarist Roger Scannura is a regular performer at: Redtail Vineyard in Prince Edward County, and Wander – The Resort. His rate starts at $400 Email vscannura@gmail.com or text 416 707-9164
Here is Roger playing for a private event at Serenity Wellness Retreat! His music is perfect for so many different types of events!
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Highlights of the National Ballet School’s Block Party in June, 2023
We were guest performers in a Spanish themed evening called “Decant Gala Wine Auction” with all proceeds going to Cystic Fibrosis Canada with Master of Ceremonies Ben Mulroney!!! Ritmo Flamenco led the evening with a vibrant performance and we enjoyed every moment, especially the food and Spanish wines! This event featured flamenco guitarist Roger Scannura, Artistic Director Valerie Scannura, co-Artistic Director Anjelica Scannura and the talented dancers from their ensemble.
Here is a highlight of a recent corporate performance Roger and Valerie Scannura did for the Canadian Association of Second Language Teachers – CASLT at the Westin Harbour Castle in Toronto, ON
Corporate and private events in 2022 that featured either guitarist Roger Scannura or Roger with one or more dancers:
January and throughout the year of 2022: Wander The Resort in Prince Edward County: Special private parties and weddings. Solo Flamenco Guitar.
March 2022: Islington Golf Club: Spanish wine event. Solo Flamenco guitar.
April 2022: Private Event in Forest Hill in Toronto with Roger, Valerie and Anjelica Scannura
April 2022: Full concert tour with 3 dancers and 2 musicians to Northern Ontario and Deep River.
May 2022: Blue Mountain Performance with guitar and dance.
July 2022: Sugarbush Winery: Guitar and dance at special event in Prince Edward County.
July 2022: Lavender Festival in Prince Edward County. Full Concert.
August 2022: SummerWorks: Toronto Arts Festival featuring Roger and Valerie Scannura.
August 2022: Cabbagetown Parkscape: Music in the Patch Series with solo flamenco guitar and one final guitar and dance show.
Sept 2022: Macmillan Law Firm Corporate Event with guitar and dance.
Oct 2022: Botanical Gardens (Burlington): Wedding . Solo flamenco guitar.
Oct 2022: Kitchener BIA event in front of Kitchener City Hall. Guitar and dance.
Oct 2022: Private Event for Television Host Melisa Grelo at Grelo Farms in Caledon with flamenco guitar and dance.
Oct 2022: Private Event in Forest Hill with flamenco guitar and dance.
Nov 2022: Parsons Brewery in Prince Edward County. Solo flamenco guitar.
Ritmo Flamenco consists of renowned flamenco guitarist Roger Scannura, his wife Artistic Director Valerie Scannura, their award-winning daughter, dancer Anjelica Scannura. They also can include other dancers from their excellent ensemble. They often perform together or in different packages and can also add musicians and dancers depending on the scope of the event. The Scannuras have spent years working together as a family and have honed their craft in Spain, elevating the demonstration of their art form to outstanding!
Flamenco guitarist Roger Scannura is a specialist in live entertainment. He has played for entrepreneurs, dignitaries, weddings, corporate events and all types of private functions. His years of experience have provided him with a mastery of playing flamenco guitar and original pieces with classical and traditional flamenco and latin influences. His versatility suits him for both indoor and outdoor events and his stage presence is such that it commands attention. “Roger’s music is as beautiful as it is haunting”. The Globe and Mail
Dancer Valerie Scannura has performing for over 30 years in concerts and festivals and her own self-produced theatrical extravaganzas to critical acclaim. “Flamenco concerts can sometimes by formulaic, but Ritmo Flamenco refuses to fall into that trap. The talented dancers rivet the eye with their commitment and Valeria, as always is a compelling performer:. The Globe and Mail
Award-winning dancer Anjelica Scannura has received critical acclaim for her brand of flamenco that blends traditional flamenco dance with contemporary styles. “Anjelica is developing her own hybrid, and she is truly a representative of Canadian dance in that respect. Her dating and choreography expresses a county of immigrants where many styles collide together to take dance into New World territory.” The Globe and Mail.
The Ritmo Flamenco Dance and Music Ensemble was formed in 1995 by Valerie Scannura (Artistic Director, choreographer) and Roger Scannura (Music Director, flamenco guitarist). Their daughter, Anjelica Scannura is Co-Artistic Director and is an award-winning choreographer and dancer.
Since its inception, they have enthralled audiences in music and dance festivals worldwide. The company strives to create original concepts woven seamlessly into their productions with artists they have mentored, while continually going to the source by travelling to Spain. They have garnered a strong reputation for their authentic brand of flamenco that is bred in the bone, ensuring their presentations are marked with the Scannura’s outstanding level of excellence.
Ritmo Flamenco is always requested for unique engagements and can tailor their performances to suit the needs of clients and/or venues. We have been booked by organizations such as: Blue Mountain Village, Subaru Stage (Collingwood), Wander – The Resort (Prince Edward County), The Royal Canadian Yacht Club, The Toronto Botanical Gardens, the Unionville Festival, the Port Hope Festival,the Tourist Office of Spain, the Ambassador of Spain and the Consulate of Malta and have performed in their special events in Toronto, Montreal, and Ottawa. We performed for “Kick up you Heels” as well as the Pan Am Games events at Harbourfront Centre. We also performed for the grand opening of St. Lawrence Market and for corporate events such as “World Strides” at the CN Tower. Ritmo Flamenco performed at popular venues and festivals such as Luminato, the Toronto Downtown Jazz Festival, Harbourfront Center and various club venues and establishments in Ontario. Internationally, they have been invited to headline festivals in Mexico, California, Europe and the Middle East. Over the past several years, Roger’s music has received many accolades at the wineries of Prince Edward County and the Niagara region.This past summer we performed alongside mezzo soprano and CBC Radio Host Julie Nesrallah in the production “Carmen On Tap” We have been selected for distinguished fund-raisers such as: the Toronto Western Hospital and Sick Children’s Hospital, the Calcutta Foundation as well many numerous private functions and special events too numerous to mention.
We have produced our own concerts at venues such as the Winchester Street Theatre, the Harbourfront Centre Theatre and the Living Arts Centre.
WEDDINGS: Flamenco is often requested at weddings and Ritmo Flamenco is available to provide entertainment at these types of functions. Please email to check availability and discuss a quote.
Booking – Fees can be discussed over email to vscannura@gmail.com or rogerscannura@gmail.com or call 416 707-9164
Roger Scannura and Ritmo Flamenco Dance Company can provide the following performances:
• Intimate flamenco guitar for special events and occasions.
• Flamenco guitar and one flamenco dancer for any event.
• Authentic “tablao style” performances of flamenco guitar with 1-3 professional flamenco dancers.
• Flamenco performances that also involve instruction of a lively flamenco class.
• The full company of 4-6 dancers with Roger Scannura and his ensemble of musicians in concert setting.
Availability
The company is available throughout the year for performances throughout the GTA and Ontario as well as for international bookings.
Prices vary depending on what area of Toronto or the GTA the event takes place in.
For inquiries about booking Ritmo Flamenco for a performance or for more information about classes and workshops please email vscannura@gmail.com
Toronto Fashion Week 2018
Edwards Gardens Music Series
Unionville Festival, Markham, ON
