Flamenco Cantinas is not really a flamenco genre, the term rather defines a range of cantes (or styles of song) that all have the same base rhythm. Cantinas are generally live, happy songs; some of the more well known styles are the alegrias, mirabras and caracoles. All the styles included in Flamenco Cantinas are festive Read the Rest…
The Alegrias term means happy, or joy; it is derived from the Latin term alicer. This genre belongs to the same category as the cantinas. It started off as a song for dancing but thanks to the contribution of the flamenco greats there are now even solo alegrias pieces. Often accompanied by a cajon or Read the Rest…
The flamenco rumba is a Spanish style with American origins. Over the last half a century it has become the universal symbol of flamenco; famous for it’s exquisite flowing rhythm that is suitable for dancers and solo guitarists alike. Flamenco is formed out of 3 major divisions. Singing, dancing and playing the guitar. Few flamenco Read the Rest…