Caro Espinoza

Curriculum Vitae

Selected Achievements

  • First Prize, Flamenco Guitar Competition, Sevilla, Spain (2025)

  • Full Scholarship Recipient for advanced study in Sevilla, Fundacion Christina Heeren (2026–2027)

Training

Spain (Madrid & Sevilla)

  • Study in Caño Roto, Madrid with El Viejín, David Cerreduela, and Juan Jiménez (2015)

  • Study in Sevilla with Paco Jarana and Juan Antonio Suárez “Canito” (2015)

Conservatory of the Arts (Grades 7–12)

  • Training in classical music, flamenco, and jazz

University Studies (2 years)

  • Music and Kinesiology

Performance & Professional Experience

  • Solo concert debut in the Cayman Islands, alongside educational workshops (2026)

  • Educational workshops and solo concerts in the Los Angeles Guitar Festival (2024 & 2025)

  • Featured soloist with Orchestra Nova LA, performing in the world premiere of a new work (2026)

  • Solo performances in New York City (2025)

  • Over 12 years of experience as a flamenco guitarist (2014-Present)

  • Performs regularly at events, cultural programs, and festivals

  • Instructor for students of all levels, including individuals with developmental needs

Repertoire Highlights

  • Solera (Bulería por Soleá) & Luzia (Seguiriya)– Paco de Lucía

  • De la Vera (Garrotín) & Benamargosa (Fantasía) – Rafael Riqueni

  • Raíz (Rondeña) & Caño Roto (Soleá por Bulería) – El Viejín

  • Panaderos Flamencos – Esteban de Sanlúcar

  • Feria del Caballo (Sevillanas) – Moraíto

  • Embrujo y Magia – Niño Miguel

Video Links

Caño Roto by El Viejin

Solera by Paco de Lucia

Cayman Islands Performance (Live Excerpts)

Artistic Statement

Caro Espinoza is a Flamenco guitarist dedicated to deepening her practice in the art form of Flamenco while continuing to develop her voice within culture and humanity.

Her work is rooted in direct study within Spain and shaped by a commitment to honoring Flamenco’s lineage while contributing her perspective as a Mexican-American woman in the tradition.