Last “nice” week in AZ…

This is the last nice week in AZ – that is, if you think 85 is nice. I think it’s ok, especially when compared to 100+ that we will see next week and for the next several months. Except that I won’t see it all. Jorge and I leave for Seattle every summer. This...

10,000 Hours

I’ve only been playing the Venezuelan Cuatro a little over a year, and only recently began to study the Venezuelan technique of “frenados” – I find myself practicing every day and looking forward to times in the day when I can practice. So I’ve read in Malcolm...

The Insurgence Begins….

Long have I dreamt of this sound finally converging painting landscapes yet unseen The Insurgence begins anew, opening for Poncho Sanchez at the Tolleson Latin Jazz and Mariachi Festival on March 4th, 2017.  Check back soon for the video footage! And follow us on...