ESTEBAN FIGUEROA Esteban combines many facets of his musical journey into one expressive movement in Flamenco Caravan. A virtuoso in his own right, Esteban has had many accomplishments throughout his musical career. From his early roots in Andean and South American traditions to the Be-Bop of old jazz standards into his discovered passion for Flamenco, Figueroa's incorporation of electric rhythm and harmonious melodies have won him highest praise throughout  Canada and Latin America.  After several years of touring with Alma de Espana, Figueroa was ready to start his solo career. In the summer of 1998, he released his second independent CD entitled "From Here to There".
MUSICAL BEGINNINGS His roots began to call back and shortly through college he formed his first Andean trio called "Vientos Del Sur" which toured throughout Vancouver Island and the mainland. Their independent released debut album was featured on CBC Radio and Victoria Latin Radio to great reviews. It was in these years that Figueroa met Flamenco teacher Harry Owen, who himself was taught by Spain's premier guitarist "Manolo Sanlucar". It wasn't long after they met that Esteban became part of Alma de Espana Dance Company under the direction of Veronica Maguire and Harry Owen. This meeting was crucial in the development of flamenco rhythmic traditions and technique. Touring throughout British Columbia with Alma de Espana, gave Figueroa the foundation required to pursue the Spanish guitar. FLAMENCO CARAVAN Through Flamenco Caravan, Esteban has had the opportunity to open up for artists such as Colin James, America, Jeff Healey and Paul Shaffer to name a few. The group has taken Figueroa to new musical heights combining traditional Flamenco with Latin/Jazz flavors to brew some unique sounding music. Currently working on his fourth independent CD project, Esteban has teamed up once again with FLAMENCO CARAVAN to deliver the much awaited CD. Be sure to visit the website for an update on release date.  Here is a link of Esteban performing with Jason Carter and Ari Ladekorpi on May 2nd 2006 for the "Night Of World Guitar" SOLO CD - CALMA On November 30th 2007, Esteban will be debuting his second solo CD album. The new CD "CALMA" has been a labour of love since 2000. An all instrumental guitar CD, he brings in the Jazz aspect of his playing and fuses Jazz with Flamenco. With special guests, Dino Pepe on Sax, Greg McIntosh and Dan Zacovich on Bass, Tony Agostino on guitar, Alberto Figueroa on percussion and Jim Differ on drums. Also on bass is the former bass player for UZEB, Alain Caron. The CD has been described as "A journey of string filled emotions that will captivate and move your spirit". CD Will be available through: Indie Pool: CD Baby Will be available for Novemeber 30th 2007.

Band Member Bios

Esteban Figueroa
Tony Agostino
Susanna DiGiuseppe
Greg McIntosh
Jim Differ

Alberto Figueroa
Terry Wood

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