Guitar legend Paco de
Lucia has died in Mexico of a heart attack aged only 66. He was without
doubt the most influential flamenco guitarist of the XX century, and leaves
behind a phenomenal legacy.
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Over the years he won every award going for his skill with
the guitar. His recordings with another legend, Camaron de la Isla, were of the
highest quality, especially the bulerias. Paco was always restless, moving
forward. He played other forms of music as well as composing his own (like the classic Entre dos Aguas): his Concierto de Aranjuez (by Joaquin Rodrigo) was
beautifully played, and he ventured into jazz as well, playing with names like
Chick Corea and John McLauchlin.
Francisco (Paco) Sanchez Gomez was born in 1947 in Algeciras,
where now, preparations are being made for his funeral, which will be attended
by thousands. Cadiz has lost another legend, but look for him with Camaron on You
tube – pour a glass of Sherry, sit back, and be amazed.
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| Today's cartoon in Diario de Jerez |
The Consejo, the town
council of Jerez and TV station canal Sur have organised a public toast to
celebrate Andalucia Day and Jerez being European City of Wine tomorrow, 28th
February. It will take place in front of the doors of Santo Domingo church at
12.30. The municipal band will play the national anthem of Andalucia, and
venenciadores will be there dishing out Sherry. The event will be broadcast
live. If you can’t be there, be sure to join in with a glass of Sherry anyway!
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