Carmen Amaya, one of the most important figures of flamenco, was the first to dance the taranto on stage, specifically on January 12, 1942 at Carnegie Hall in New York. That day the brilliant Catalan bailaora presented a great show of 15 numbers, produced by Hurok Atractions Inc. One of those numbers, the ninth of the program, is the taranto, which she dances accompanied on guitar by the great Agustín Castellón, Sabicas. She is accompanied by her father, El Chino, her siblings Paco, María, Antonia and Leonor, the bailaor Antonio Triana, Pelao el Viejo, Lola Montes, Diego Castellón and Profess ..read more

Sorry, this entry is only available in European Spanish. Tras el éxito del año pasado, el director Antonio Benamargo espera consolidar este ciclo en la Sala Verde de los Teatros del Canal.  Fechas: del 21 al 24 de septiembre Desde 2021, la ciudad de Madrid cuenta con este preámbulo de lo que será la posterior Suma Flamenca en Octubre. Cuatro días de cante, toque y baile en los que podremos disfrutar de la frescura y creatividad que traen las propuestas de los más jóvenes flamencos. Esta tercera edición se centra en “los inicios”, entendidos como aquellos momentos en los que los ..read more

Sorry, this entry is only available in European Spanish. El flamenco es una de las expresiones artísticas más importantes de España. Surgido en Andalucía a finales del siglo XVIII, el flamenco es una fusión de la música, la danza y la poesía populares andaluzas. A lo largo de sus más de 200 años de historia, el flamenco ha sufrido múltiples cambios y transformaciones, pero siempre se ha mantenido fiel a sus raíces andaluzas. El flamenco es un arte vivo que sigue evolucionando y cautivando a públicos de todo el mundo. Si quieres aprender más sobre la historia del flamenco, aquí tienes una lista ..read more

Sorry, this entry is only available in European Spanish. “Sueños de Verano”: Música en Vivo y Emociones en el FIVE Fechas: 4 de agosto de 2023 – 26 de agosto de 2023 Música en vivo y emociones en el marco del Festival Internacional de Verano de El Escorial (FIVE). La directora artística debutante, Paloma Concejero, inmersa en el entusiasmo por la música en vivo, enfrenta el desafío de crear una tercera edición del FIVE que ofrezca experiencias inolvidables y profundamente conectadas con el público. El FIVE, arraigado en los clásicos, se propone fusionar arias, canciones y textos literarios q ..read more

Flamenco fashion is a celebratory trend, dresses full of color and joy that represent the passion and energy of flamenco. The dresses are also comfortable to wear and allow you to move freely, which is important for dancing flamenco. In addition to being a celebration of Spanish culture, flamenco fashion is elegant and sophisticated. The dresses are made of high quality fabrics and are adorned with beautiful embroidery and prints. The dresses are also versatile and can be worn for different occasions, whether it is a formal or an informal event. The 5 most important trends we will have are: 1 ..read more

The Ballet Nacional de España (BNE) with the collaboration of the Fundación Orquesta y Coro de la Comunidad de Madrid present from August 2 to 5 at the Patio Central de Conde Duque within the Veranos de la Villa program, choreographies that go through the traditional flamenco from its origins, both in costumes and musically. Principal dancer photo: Noelia Ruiz. In the show “Estampas flamencas”, Rubén Olmo and Miguel Ángel Corbacho have created four captivating pieces that are inspired by the style, aesthetics and artistic essence of Antonio Ruiz Soler. These choreographies travel through tra ..read more

Madrid has always been a city that has been the scene of exciting experiences and has been the protagonist in the fascinating stories that have been told. One of the directors who has been able to capture those experiences in an exceptional way is Pedro Almodóvar, internationally recognized as one of the most outstanding filmmakers. In 2018, the city honored him by naming him Adopted Son, and since then, Madrid has been an essential component in practically all of the acclaimed director’s films. In the case of Tablao Flamenco 1911, formerly Villa Rosa, one of the most iconic scenes in the film ..read more

The bulería is one of the most emblematic palos of flamenco and has an interesting history behind its evolution. Its origins date back to the 19th century in the region of Jerez de la Frontera, in the province of Cadiz, Andalusia, Spain. Although there is no precise narrative about its birth, bulería is believed to have originated from other flamenco palos, such as soleá and seguirilla, and has influences from Afro-Andalusian and gypsy rhythms.   7 steps you can’t miss in a bulería: 1.Know the compás and rhythm: Familiarize yourself with the compás of the bulería, which consists of 12 bea ..read more

Royal Opera of Madrid – Authentic Flamenco – Paula Rodríguez An original performance by the Royal Opera of Madrid, the most important performing arts institution in Spain, begins. Authentic Flamenco is the reason it was named the best opera company in the world at the 2019 International Opera Awards. It’s a lively and powerful performance filled with emotion. The tour kicks off in Singapore and covers countries such as South Korea, Japan, New Zealand, Australia, United Arab Emirates, and Saudi Arabia. Paula Rodríguez Lázaro, hailing from Santander, took her first steps in dance at the renowne ..read more

The Master of Continuing Education in Flamenco at the Complutense University of Madrid. The Master’s Degree in Flamenco is an educational program designed to meet the standards of the European Higher Education Area, granting 60 recognized training credits. This program focuses on both the theory and performance of flamenco, providing a comprehensive training in both areas. The Master’s Degree in Flamenco stands out for its innovative approach, as there are currently no similar programs in any public university in Madrid. Classes are mainly taught online, with the exception of some face-to-face ..read more