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Painting of Maestoso II Catrina ridden by Shana Ritter. Painting by Janey Belozer.



Maestoso II Shama II in the snow - December 2007. Photo by Sara Stafford.

Maestoso II Shama II ("Shama")

Maestoso II Shama II

1999 Lipizzan Stallion
Owned by Ritter Dressage
Bred by White Horse Vale
Grey - 15.1 hands
Sire: Maestoso II Ambrosia ("Aramis")   Dam: Shama
Evaluation Score: 82.2%
Pedigree and Evaluation Scores

Standing at Stud - Live Cover or Fresh, cooled shipped semen available.
2008 Stud Fee: $1750.00 LFG
Email: levade@classicaldressage.com for breeding contract and details.

"Shama" is a beautiful example of the charismatic Maestoso line, with his noble face, huge dark eyes, and sweet as a puppy personality. The judges love his floating trot and awesome canter. He has matured to an elegant 15.1h with a well-shaped and arched neck and a beautiful head. He has a flowing topline and strong back/loin. He is a modern type Lipizzan yet stays true to his classical heritage. According to Dr. Oulehla, retired Director of the Spanish Riding School and Piber Stud Farm, "Shama" offers a unique genetic mix which would be attractive and beneficial for any U.S. breeder.

"Shama" made his showring debut in June 2004, after only 5 months under saddle, winning at Training and First Level. In 2007 he won the USDF All-Breeds Award for Third Level. "Shama" continues to excel as he moves up the levels. He made his FEI debut early in 2008, scoring a 62.5% at Prix St. George. He is proving to be very talented for the Piaffe, Passage, Levade, and Courbette and is very good in the Pillars work.

In 2007 we briefly introduced him to the work at the Longrein. In 2008 he performed the Solo Longrein Kur during our July 2008 White Horse Vale Lipizzan Performance.


Photos by Sara Stafford
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Maestoso II Shama II - Fall 2007 Maestoso II Shama II - December 2007 Maestoso II Shama II - Fall 2007 Maestoso II Shama II in the Canter with Shana Ritter at Sun Mountain Lodge in Winthrop, WA - May 2008. Photo by Sara Stafford.
Maestoso II Shama II, Fall 2007. Photo by Sara Stafford.

Maestoso II Shama II in the Snow, December 2007. Photo by Sara Stafford.

Maestoso II Shama II in the Canter ridden by Shana Ritter, October 2007. Photo by Sara Stafford.

Maestoso II Shama II in the Canter ridden by Shana Ritter. At Sun Mountain Lodge in Winthrop, WA, May 2008. Photo by Sara Stafford.


  • Maestoso II Shama II Information - Main Page
  • Pedigree - View his full Pedigree
  • Accomplishments - View his Accomplishments
  • Offspring - Photos and Information of Shama's Offspring
  • Photo Gallery - More Photos of Maestoso II Shama II (Shama)









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