Jill Aldape--vocals,
Sean Aucutt--pandero,
Dan Ansotegui--trikitixa,
Dave Manion--guitar,
Erik Snodgrass--bass,
Micah Deffries--guitar,
T.J. Eriksen--sax,
Spencer Basterrechea Martin--drums
From the tradition of the great Basque Bands of Jim Jausoro and Domingo Ansotegui, Amuma Says No is proud to be a part of the Basque music tradition in the western United States. With a repertoire ranging from traditional dances to modern rock from the Basque Country, "ASN" has performed at Basque festivals and events all throughout the west, including Idaho, Nevada, and Oregon.
Dan Ansotegui, accordion, has been part of the heart and soul of the Boise Basque community for decades. Former owner of Bar Gernika and The Basque Market, Dan also serves as co-director of the Basque youth music group Txantxangorriak. Dan has taught numerous classes in Basque culture, music, and cusine for the Basque Studies program at Boise State University and currently teaches at St. Paul’s in Nampa, ID. A member of the late Jim Jausoro’s band, Dan has also regularly performed with Basque bands Ordago and Gaupasa.
Jill Aldape, vocals, is past President and head instructor of the Oinkari Basque Dancers. A member of the Cenarrusa Foundation Board of Directors and adjunct instructor of Basque Studies at Boise State University, Jill graduated from the University of Idaho and has been active in Basque and public affairs throughout her college and professional careers.
Sean Aucutt, pandero, spent over a year living in the Basque Country where he studied Basque music and art. As a musician and dancer for both the Oinkari and Boise Onati Basque Dancers, he has performed throughout the United States, including at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C. A well known artist around the Northwest, Sean also co-directs Txantxangorriak.
Dave Manion, guitar, is one of the top call musicians in Boise. Aside from his rigorous performing schedule, Dave is also one the most sought after guitar instructors in the Northwest, keeping a year round studio at the Old Boise Guitar Company.
Erik Snodgrass, bass, grew up in Grangeville, Idaho where he began performing at a young age. Graduating from the University of Idaho in 2003, Erik perfomed in numerous groups in Moscow, including the U of I Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, Jazz Bands, Jazz Choirs, Athletic Bands, and Vandal Marching Band. Erik is an active performer throughout the Northwest.
Spencer Basterrechea Martin, drums, has traveled to over 30 countries as a professional drummer working for Carnival and Crystal Cruise Lines. Txalaparta instructor for Txantxangorriak, he is also head of Percussion Studies at Whitman College in Walla Walla, Washington.
Hi there! We've got a new EP that we're especially proud of called Summer which is the second in our series of seasonal EPs this year. We'd love for you to listen to the EP online, and to do so, just click on the graphic below. If you like what you hear, we'd be very grateful if you'd support our efforts by buying the EP for €2.50 (around $3.20).
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hey you guys just wanted to stop in and say hi. hope all is going well for you guys. miss you all like crazy. i also have a few questions on getting your band to the great state of Utah...for a WEDDING! i will send my number in a message if one of you guys could give me a call that be great!
We'll be at the Santa Ge Friday evening for dinner, and then Goni and Curutchet will do some Bertso. Then we'll have some tirikitixia and Goni on castanets. We'll be back at the Santa Fe Saturday night for dinner, and then "Amuma Says No" playing live music for your dancing enjoyment.
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