Manuel Moreno Junquera (performing as Moraíto Chico; September 13, 1956 – August 10, 2011) was a Spanish flamenco gitano guitarist from Jerez de la Frontera. Moraíto Chico debuted at age 11 at a festival organized by uncle Manuel Morao. Professional activity began accompanying the singer Paquera de Jerez, replacing Parrilla de Jerez. Moraíto Chico collaborated with artists including José Mercé, Camarón de la Isla, Manuel Agujetas, and the rock group Mägo de Oz. Solo recordings include the albums Morao y oro (1992) and Morao, Morao (1999). Moraíto Chico performed in the films Flamenco (1995) and Flamenco, Flamenco (2010). Awards include the Copa de Jerez (1984) and the Giraldillo a la Maestría (2010). Posthumous honours include being named Hijo Predilecto de Jerez. The final performance occurred at the Festival de Flamenco de Nimes. Moraíto Chico died in Jerez de la Frontera on August 10, 2011.
