Las cantiñas: the playful soul of flamenco

Las cantiñas: the playful soul of flamenco

Share On Facebook Share On X Share On Whatsapp Share On Telegram Share Via Email Copy URL The cantiñas have their roots in the popular Andalusian festivities of the 19th century, where gypsy traditions and African influences were mixed. These celebrations, known as...
Carmen Linares, the lady of flamenco singing

Carmen Linares, the lady of flamenco singing

Share On Facebook Share On X Share On Whatsapp Share On Telegram Share Via Email Copy URL Carmen Pacheco Rodríguez, whose artistic name is Carmen Linares, was born in Linares, Jaén (Spain), in 1951. Her father was an amateur guitarist and always supported his...
Why do the French like flamenco so much?

Why do the French like flamenco so much?

Share On Facebook Share On X Share On Whatsapp Share On Telegram Share Via Email Copy URL The line-up for FlamencA 2023, to be held in Arles (France), has just been announced. A perfect excuse to investigate the important presence of this art “Spain brand”...
La Isla Ciudad Flamenca: good, nice and (very) cheap

La Isla Ciudad Flamenca: good, nice and (very) cheap

Share On Facebook Share On X Share On Whatsapp Share On Telegram Share Via Email Copy URL There are several reasons why the La Isla Ciudad Flamenca festival should become your favourite: it is held in the birthplace of Camarón, the programme of artists and activities...
Manolo Caracol, genius and figure

Manolo Caracol, genius and figure

Share On Facebook Share On X Share On Whatsapp Share On Telegram Share Via Email Copy URL He revolutionized the flamenco of his time, formed an artistic and sentimental couple with Lola Flores and conquered the lovers of flamenco singing thanks to a deep and broken...