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Flamenco is a rich blend of Romani, Arabic, Jewish, Castillian, and Andalusian influences. Over the span of centuries, this mix of traditions has fused into a distinctive set of musical forms or “palos.” Learn more about the major palos and what makes each unique here.

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Sevillanas

Women in traditional Sevillanas dance dresses walking down a crowded cobblestone street.

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Sevillanas is an energetic, popular song and dance form often performed at social gatherings, parties, fairs, and festivals.

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Dance Accompaniment

Flamenco dancer and guitarist performing in front of a window.

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Accompanying singers and dancers is a crucial skill for flamenco guitarits – and it helps you better understand solo playing. Learn how to get started here.

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Alegria

Still frame of a flamenco metronome

An interactive metronome for a traditional flamenco alegria, played with cajon and palmas.

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Buleria

Still frame of a flamenco metronome

An interactive metronome for a traditional flamenco buleria, played with cajon and palmas.

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Sevillanas

Still frame of a flamenco metronome

This interactive metronome for a flamenco Sevillanas, played with cajon and palmas, marks the structure and parts of the Sevillanas to help keep you in time.

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Jerezana Buleria Falseta

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Tab, demonstration, and practice notes for a classic buleria falseta in the style of early Paco de Lucia.

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Sevillana Accompaniment

Dancers performing sevillana at a dance class recital.

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Sevillana is a form many dancers begin with and is a great place to start learning to accompany. Learn the structure and parts of Sevillana accompaniment here.

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Rompeserones Tango Falseta

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This tango falseta in the style of Moraîto offers an exploration of the "less-is-more" style of playing—easy to learn, but challenging to get right.

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dennymac
I've been trying to get into playing flamenco guitar. I'm I've been unsure what to listen to, and...

Ravenna Flamenco · 2 years ago
John G
I have also seen singers and dancers, who take part in palmas, do a kind of clap, then wipe...

Ravenna Flamenco · 2 years ago
Orlando Acosta
Thanks Andy, Guitar technique is so challenging in Flamenco but the compass keeps me honest about...

Ravenna Flamenco · 4 years ago
Orlando Acosta
Hi Andy not sure if you'll read this ? But I wanted to ask when do you start the falseta on 2 maybe?

Ravenna Flamenco · 4 years ago
Rambukkanage Pushpa Kumara
Hi..Gerald.. I'm thanking you for everything . And please I need to know what is the best...

Ravenna Flamenco · 4 years ago
Karen Zoppa
Can you add a metronome for Solea por Bulerias - at about 140 beats?

Ravenna Flamenco · 4 years ago