Flamenco is who I am

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​​​— A Journey That Defined Me

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How Triana Changed Everything

I share my last name with Triana, a historic neighborhood in Sevilla, Spain. For generations, many celebrated flamenco singers, guitarists, and dancers came from this community—home to the Roma people, whose artistry and endurance shaped flamenco into the profound art form it is today.

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In 2008, I traveled to Triana. That experience became a turning point in my artistic life. In its studios, streets, and vibrant culture, I discovered a deep and undeniable passion. I returned to Vancouver with purpose and clarity: to dedicate myself fully to Flamenco.

Although my family’s limited documentation cannot confirm a direct connection to the Roma people of Triana, I know that Flamenco is part of me. Its rhythm, intensity, and emotional truth resonate in my identity.

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— Honouring History

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I dance Flamenco to keep history alive

My practice is grounded in studying Flamenco’s origins and cultural significance. I honour the heritage of the Roma people, who created this expressive form amid hardship and persecution. Today, Flamenco is embraced around the world, and in 2010 UNESCO recognized it as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

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— Expression and Connection

I dance Flamenco to connect.

In flamenco, I am free to express wonder, grief, sorrow, loss, anger, hope, strength, joy, and celebration. I want to share with others that they are not alone in these feelings, and that even through life’s hardships, peace, strength, hope, and joy can still emerge. Flamenco reflects life itself, revealing the beauty woven into all its complexities.

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— Building Community

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I dance Flamenco to create community.

In our increasingly digital and fast-paced world, preserving our humanity and emotional connection is essential. Dance brings us together. It lifts our spirits, offers reflection, and reminds us that what matters most is one another. Through Flamenco, I strive to nurture spaces where people can gather, feel, and share the beauty of being human.

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