One of the hardest songs I’ve ever tried to learn. I had attempted this song years ago, and barely got through the first 10 seconds of it. I feel this song has improved my technique tremendously. This style of columbianas has always fascinated me, the rhythm is so basic, so simplistic it really feels like Read the Rest…
When I first heard this song I was mesmerized. I couldn’t believe my ears. This song was created by Paco de Lucia as a tribute to Camaron, one of the greatest flamenco singers, who had recently died. Paco has really outdone himself on this one. It is a statement of regret and deep sadness, just Read the Rest…
For me Rondena conveys a feeling of desperation and confusion for the most part, and near the ending it produces clarity and power through the special rhythm. The interesting part is the usual formation of a rondena. In my experience a good rondena will look like it doesn’t make any sense for about 80%, then Read the Rest…