NIÑO
JOSELE
Niño Josele holds a prominent place within flamenco jazz and has established himself as one of the Spanish guitarists with the greatest international projection in this hybrid musical territory. Coming from a flamenco family in Almería, he has developed an artistic path that expands the possibilities of the guitar, incorporating influences from modern jazz, Latin music, and classical tradition without losing the jondo essence that defines his sonic identity.
From a very young age, he drew attention for his versatility, collaborating with Paco de Lucía, Enrique Morente, and Diego el Cigala, and later with figures such as Chick Corea and Bebo Valdés. This journey shaped a personal language that combines flamenco depth, melodic sensitivity, and open improvisation, positioning him as an essential reference within contemporary flamenco.
MUSICAL
STYLE
His career includes collaborations with key artists from flamenco, jazz, and Latin music, which has helped shape a style that is recognizable from the very first chords. His playing, always personal, blends flamenco compás, lyricism, and a harmonic vision influenced by jazz, integrating open improvisational structures with a naturalness that reflects years of exploration and experimentation.
His artistic approach moves between tradition and contemporary exploration, creating an appealing balance for a wide range of audiences. This is not a superficial blend, but a language built from depth, the result of constant dialogue with masters such as Paco de Lucía, Enrique Morente, Bebo Valdés, and Chick Corea, whose teachings have profoundly shaped his artistic evolution.
LIVE
PERFORMANCE
In live performance, Niño Josele presents flexible ensembles that range from intimate recitals to trios or larger groups featuring piano, double bass, or percussion. His repertoire combines original compositions with highly personal interpretations of flamenco pieces, jazz standards, and works by composers such as Bill Evans or Chick Corea, always from a contemporary perspective that expands the role of the flamenco guitar.
The result is a close and dynamic musical experience, with ample space for improvisation and a sensitivity that remains accessible to different types of audiences. The communication among the musicians, the expressive depth, and the freshness of the moment make each concert a unique proposal, marked by the maturity and creative freedom that define his music.