Roger Scannura

Roger Scannura is an internationally recognized flamenco guitarist and a leading exponent of Nuevo Flamenco. Scannura was born on the history-drenched island of Malta and his early schooling began at the Franciscan Monastery of St. Theresa where he was tutored in European history, Latin, fine art and art restoration. He has been immersed in music since early childhood and mastered the techniques and nuances of flamenco guitar in Spain where he studied under the auspices of Pepe Habichuela and other gypsy masters for 12 years. He has toured Europe, North America and the Middle-East as a soloist and is the founder of the acclaimed Toronto based company Ritmo Flamenco. Scannura with his group has performed for Prime Ministers, dignitaries and celebrities including Russell Crowe and Sting. He has recorded 8 CD's of original music encompassing both traditional and modern styles. " A gifted composer whose music is as beautiful as it is haunting" The Globe and Mail. "Rarel is the flamenco guitar played with so much passion and grace" - 20th Century Guitar Magazine