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Flamenco is an art form born in Andalusia, in southern Spain. It mainly combines singing (cante), dance (baile) and musical accompaniment (toque), especially on the guitar.
Flamenco developed in Andalusia from a range of cultural influences. Its history is closely linked to the Gitano communities of Andalusia, as well as to the musical traditions found in the region over the centuries.
The exact origins of flamenco are hard to date, as it was first passed down orally. The first documented forms close to today's flamenco mainly appear from the late 18th century onwards.
Andalusia is considered the historical cradle of flamenco. Cities such as Seville, Cádiz, Jerez de la Frontera and Granada played an important role in its development and still have a strong flamenco tradition today.
Flamenco includes many styles, called palos, each with its own rhythm and character. Among the best known are soleás, bulerías, alegrías, tangos and seguiriyas.
The flamenco guitar takes centre stage, accompanied in particular by palmas, the famous rhythmic hand claps. Depending on the show, you may also hear the cajón and other percussion instruments.
The footwork, called zapateado, allows dancers to create rhythmic sequences that interact with the music. It is one of the most distinctive techniques of flamenco dance.
Yes. Since 2010, flamenco has been inscribed on UNESCO's Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, which recognises its cultural importance and its transmission between generations.
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Here, flamenco has even given its name to a song style, the malagueña. Between the narrow streets leading up to the Alcazaba and the squares of the old town, Malaga lives this art every day, from tablaos to peñas of connoisseurs. Five venues let you experience it up close, all you have to do is choose the atmosphere.
The footwork is what first catches the eye at this tablao a stone's throw from the port, where live music and an intimate atmosphere bring the artists close to the audience.
Power and finesse alternate from one palo to the next, so the show is easy to enjoy even if you know nothing about the genre. A great way to kick off a stay on the Costa del Sol with an Andalusian evening.
Esencia changes every night: this house show brings together singers, musicians and dancers in a flamenco theatre in the city centre, open all year round.
Comfortably seated, you can fully appreciate the intensity of the singing and the zapateado. The neighbourhood, close to the old town, is ideal for a tapas dinner before the show.
Both a school and a performance venue, this flamenco arts centre in the old town, near the Alcazaba, attracts students and curious travellers alike.
Expect a 1h30 show, led by artists such as Antonio Soto and Rocío Alcalá. The small venue fills up quickly in summer, so it's best to book a few days ahead.
It's rare for a peña to open its doors to visitors: this club of enthusiasts, one of the oldest in Spain, is named after the Malaga cantaor Juan Breva and houses a flamenco museum.
Twenty guitars that belonged to Juan Breva sit alongside more than 2,500 records and vintage posters. Shows are occasional, so check the peña's schedule before you go.
Why choose between sightseeing, tapas and flamenco? This 3h30 package combines all three, starting with a 2-hour ride in an electric tuk-tuk up to the Gibralfaro viewpoint.
After a tapas stop in a local tavern, the tuk-tuk drops everyone off at the tablao for a 1h30 show, drink included. A lovely idea for an evening as a couple or with friends.
