15 pieces made the final cut, 14 of them and an epilogue. In number 13, the torero won’t make it. Number 12 will surprise you. 11 days of rehearsals. 10 am was always the time to begin. 9 solo pieces for Ana María. Number 8 was number 6 and number 6 was number 9- the changes that happen while we keep tweaking the final order. Carceleras has always been the center, always number 7. 6 hours a day of rehearsal. 5 amazing pieces for the hour. 4 different aspects of flamenco dance exposed. 3 Ensemble pieces. 2 works accompanied by guitar only. 1 show. One last rehearsal to think and polish. 2 days of video capture. 3 more days in Houston. Many reasons to come back.

And so, though this list may not make sense to you, it is the list which marks many decisions. How we balance things, and how we feel them. I finish my last rehearsal knowing that it’s not in my hands any more. But we have a great product: a wide selection of pieces that show the many aspects of the peninsula. A great way to try their flavors. 15 small jewels we hope will let your imagination fly and fall in love with Spain and its people…23:14… time to stop and rest. Tomorrow will be a special day.