"She brings the true essence of flamenco from Andalucía to the eyes & ears of each student, taking each one way beyond where they were before her classes. Her musicality & rhythm, dramatic timing, & ease of movement are qualities envied by many dancers. Magdalena is a multi-faceted, highly-polished flamenco gem!"Kristina de Sacramento, Anda Flamenco Company Director

 

"Gracias por abrirme al mundo del Flamenco y aprender apreciar lo bueno…" Greta 

 

"Emocionante, las 3 guitarras, el taconeo, las palmas...y Olé!" Auri 

 

"You amaze me at your ability to connect with so many people in such a personal way. What a gift to be able to change people's lives, bringing them life & joy." Stacy, Photographer 

 

"… me motivaron y me emocionaron de nuevo al baile.." Rico 

"... you do an amazing job getting such young kids with such different personalities to follow the dance moves & they all have a lot of fun!" Ayla, Parent

 

"It is rare to find someone so gifted in their craft & equally excellent at teaching…" Cherie 

 

"… the power in your dancing reminds me of Spain & inspires me to put more strength & confidence into what I'm doing." Rebecca  

 

"Sore muscles, sore brain, but I am completely delighted! ... Very satisfying!" Milica 

 

"You exude natural ease with students, you create camaraderie within the group, ...you remind us of the intersections of dance, form, rhythm, & cante & teach us where our steps fall. You craft explanations that are crystalline." Susan, Explorer 

 

"Thank you for taking the time to explain the cultural significance of certain movements & gestures..." Jessica 

 

"…. You explain Flamenco very clearly and with a terrific sense of humor… You're a fantastic teacher & an inspiration to me." Rosana, Spanish Teacher 

 

"This was a very powerful experience …" Safiya, Bellydancer

 

"… Looking forward to June like a kindergartner going into first grade." Lisa, Carpenter

 

"You are a patient teacher & sublime dancer… I LOVE LOVE LOVE going to Flamenco class!" Olymar, Nurse

 

"…Your enthusiasm and energy as a teacher is inspiring…" Sabrina, Designer

 

" Te escribo para dejarte saber que me encanto tu clase… Realmente eres la profesora que andaba buscando." Denisses

 

"Thank you for being you and teaching me something that really has become a huge part of my life." Edu 

 

"You bring the soul of Spain to our laps & it's so wonderful" Olivera 

 

"I think you're an awesome teacher! You have a great technique that I hope to obtain some day…" Xianix 

 

"Loved last night's class. I enjoyed the hands & arms exercises especially..." Tony

 

"I learned so much in three days it's mind bogglingly awesome!!!!!!" Alena, Yoga Instructor

"…Your presence brings me back to the time I visited Sevilla." Yuko

"I'm so glad I'm taking your classes! You're really helping to build my confidence ..." Lynn

 

"Thank you for your "flamenco spirit" which clearly resonates with your audiences." Jeanne 

 

"I look forward to coming to class everyday to the point where I'm itching to put on my shoes & start dancing wherever I am" Nina 

 

"Thank you so much for teaching me ... I never thought I would perform on stage as a beginning student. But you made it happen!" Paul 

 

"It felt great to dance again… Your drive, passion & enthusiasm are inspiring…" Laura  

 

"Thank you for your patience & care with us. So much fun, so gratifying to do " Liora, Cabaret Singer

 

"Loved class last night… So appreciated how you saw to every student and how you kept the class moving." Viola, Dancer

 

"…flamenco brings a new dimension to my life …" Maria  

 

"…before taking flamenco, when I'd go running or do yoga, the activities didn't have much meaning for me – but now I do these things in the context of dance and I enjoy them much more…Thank you for being such an inspiring & wonderful teacher…" Natalja, Anthropologist

 

"HAVING SUCH A GREAT TIME! I love these classes." Janara, Opera Singer

"THANK YOU for everything you give all of your students, including (and especially!) your little beginner birds! What a joy to be a part of this community. This really feels like the beginning of a long & addictive journey…" Beatrice, Arts Manager

"Everyone was dazzled by your performance!" Bill McLeod, Art Festival Producer 

"…Contigo es imposible “no aprender”, contagias la pasión por tu arte." Mini 

 

"My sense of rhythm and understanding of compás has improved dramatically..."  Carlos  

 

"I really loved the palmas class! Can't get enough & can't live without it" Sonita, Professor

"[your classes] have been inspiring and informative. Thank you for your beautiful supportive spirit!" Ulla Sukko, Musician 

 

"Gracias Magdalena por los cursos, has traido un poco del soniquete y del duende Andaluz a Nueva York…" Marysa 

 

"Flamenco is beautiful, I will love it all my life!" Marketa 

 

"You are pure poetry in motion …!" Daniella 

 

"Me encanta lo que haces,... tu forma de transmitir y sentir el flamenco." Grichelly 

 

"… I so appreciate your blend of precision & kindness in class…I really really love flamenco- I can't believe it's taken me this long to find it!…" Emily, Musician

"I always wanted to dance & you gave me the push to get out there… Gracias por el cariño, el apoyo, el empuje y el animo que nos brinda siempre." Rosa

"Thanks to you for giving me the attention & challenges I need in order to improve! It feels so good to be dancing again." Alexandra 

 

"…As always, your class made me feel inspired & happy. You've made it challenging enough & absolutely beautiful. You can be sure that I sign up for every session you offer!" Katri