EL FLAMENCO

the FLAMENCO

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¿What is flamenco?

It is an Andalusian art that integrates dance, singing and guitar music. It is known worldwide for its great emotional intensity, for its arm movements, fierce footwork, deep wailing and guitar strumming...

DID YOU KNOW THAT...? In November 2010, flamenco was declared Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO.

What makes up flamenco?

Flamenco is the result of adding singing, dancing and guitar playing.

...but...where does Flamenco come from?

Flamenco is born from the mixture of many cultures: Arabic, Jewish, Gypsies (who arrived in Spain in the 15th century and many stayed in Andalusia). And with the Andalusian culture. From this cultural mix in Andalusia came Flamenco.

What do you think of the similarities between Arabic and Flamenco music?

Flamenco singing

Normally, a cantaor sings accompanied by a guitarist. But sometimes they also sing a cappella.... It is wonderful to hear them sing!

FLAMENCO DANCE

Flamenco dance expresses many feelings, whether they be joy, sadness, heartbreak... The dancers put all their passion into dancing... Look at this!.

Guitar playing

Guitar playing has evolved a lot during the time of flamenco's existence. Its function was to accompany the singing and dancing.

What other instruments accompany Flamenco?

Palmas

Drawer

Castanets

FLAMENCO PALOS

As you know, in flamenco there are not different types of songs, but they are called "palos". There are two, three, four beats, amalgama bars... A GREAT VARIETY! In this tree you can see all the flamenco "palos" that exist...

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The Violet Corner of Flamenco

Are you familiar with Tía Anica, la Piriñaca? Aunt Anica la Piriñaca was a very, very famous singer from Jerez. But...did you know that she couldn't sing professionally until her husband died? Yes, yes, VERY STRONG! At that time, women could not work outside the home, so Anica dedicated herself to looking after her family.

Do you know Carmen Amaya? Carmen Amaya, also known as "La capitana" was a very artistic Catalan bailaora. She danced since she was a little girl with her father. She travelled all over the world dancing. But do you know what was the most important thing? She was the first woman to dance with trousers!

It's our turn to join in!

Infants and 1st Cycle

2nd cycle

3rd cycle

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