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Flamenco singers and guitarists seated on the Tablao de Carmen stage, black and white

Where do the lyrics of flamenco come from?

18 junio, 2024

Historical Origins of Flemish Literature “Napoleon Bonaparte, / with his escorts, / did not reach the neighborhood / of La Victoria.” This verse, traditionally sung in the styles of alegrías and cantiñas, continues to resonate in todays tablaos. Given the fluid nature of flamenco lyrics, variations abound: some sing “the beach of La Victoria” (there […]

Flamenco dancer with raised arms in a polka-dot dress at Tablao de Carmen

November 16: Flamenco Day

3 junio, 2024

There are days for everything: International Potato Omelette Day, International Infidelity Day (February 13, ironically the day before Valentines Day), or World Eccentricity Day. Or even International Diet Skipping Day. For those interested in celebrating, its May 6th. Obviously, flamenco was not going to be left behind. The day of “arte jondo” (deep art) is […]

Dancer in a green dress on the Tablao de Carmen stage before the audience

LOS TABLAOS: TEMPLES OF FLAMENCO

30 mayo, 2024

Since their appearance at the beginning of the 20th century, until today, tablaos in Spain have always been temples for flamenco artists and fans, the place where the essence of this enigmatic and impulsive art is kept. They took their name from the tables that make up the stage on which they dance, sing […]