The Andalucía Flamenca series of concerts is hosting a recital featuring the young flamenco singer from Jerez Jesús Méndez and the flamenco guitarist Diego del Morao on 28 April in the Chamber Hall (Sala de Cámara) at the National Music Auditorium. The artists will run through their own history in this resounding and profound concert, based on the most influential profiles that appear in paving their own path.

Jesús Méndez, born into the heart of one of the most important dynasties of flamenco singers in Jerez, began his career at the age of 17, making his debut in 2002 at the D. Antonio Chacón Cultural Association. The young flamenco singer has worked with flamenco greats and has travelled the world alongside the guitarist Gerardo Núñez, performing at the leading international flamenco festivals, such as the Parios and Nimes Flamenco Biennial. In 2008, he released his first album, Jerez Sin Fronteras, which won the National Critics Award for the Best Newcomer Album. 

The guitarist from Jerez, Diego del Morao embarked on his stage career at the age of 14, accompanying great artists from Jerez in different parties and festivals.  Throughout his career, he has worked with artists of the likes of Macanita, Fernando de la Morena, Vicente Soto, Diego el Cigala, la Niña Pastori, Miguel Poveda or José Mercé.

Artistic File:

Venue: National Music Auditorium - Sala de Cámara

• Flamenco singer - Jesús Méndez
• Guitar - Diego del Morao
• Clapping and Jaleos - Diego Montoya and Manuel Cantarote

Programme:

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