Album Notes

Gato Papacitos is a classical, gypsy, nuevo-flamenco, alt-country ensemble consisting of Spanish Guitars, Violin, Mandolin, Flute, Sax, Bass, Percussion and Drums. Gato Papacitos currently performs all over the greater southern california region for Weddings, Private and Corporate Events, Festivals, Restaurants, Fundraisers, Art Showings and many more. Gato Papacitos was founded by Johnny Ciccolella, who was inspired by his passion for the Spanish Guitar and the infectious flamenco groove. Gato Papacitos aspires to create a unique blend of colorful melodic directions with strong harmonic and percussive textures in order to create a musical experience that is both interesting and pleasurable.

"PORTOFINO" is Gato Papacitos debut release combining both Original and Popular compositions done in a refreshing nuevo-flamenco style. Listen to some sample MP3's from the album here on CDBABY.com

GATO PAPACITOS-PORTOFINO

Musicians:
Johnny Ciccolella-Composer/Arranger/Engineer/Lead Guitar
Richard Smith-Guitar
Julie Adams-Cello
Ivan Alamo-Tres/Bass
Justin White-Bass
Steve Peavey-Banjo/Pedal Steel
Will Turner-Violin
Ferny Apadokis-Violin
Ingrid Alongi-Violin
Bradley Trafton-Flute/Mandolin
Andre "Dodger" De Villie-Backing Guitar
Grant Cameron-Accordion
Nico Gutierrez-Cajon/Percussion
Marley Waak-Drums
Daniel Dempsey-Engineer
Recorded and Mixed at www.downtownsound.com
Mastered at Mission Hills Studios

Gato Papacitos currently performs at Bella Italia every Wednesday night (6:30-9:30pm) on the corner of Garnet and Ingraham in Pacific Beach,Ca. You can also enjoy this ensemble every Thursday night from (8pm-12am) at La Bocca located at 5th & Island in the Gaslamp Quarter of Downtown San Diego,Ca.

Gato Papacitos is available for Weddings, Private and Corporate Events, Festivals, Restaurants, Fundraisers, Art Showings and many more. Contact us today to reserve this spectacular ensemble!!