Friday, April 16, 2010

Flamenco Anyone?

Last post today - I promise! During my time in Seville, I have gone from not especially enjoying flamenco music to absolutely loving it. I think it's been hearing it everywhere, having it sung to me by my favorite man at the markets, and the show Liz, Kevin, and I happened upon at La Tasca that have created a bit of an obsession in me.

Flamenco is a HUGE part of Feria (the week-long party/fair that Seville is also famous for), which begins late Monday night. So, I decided I wanted to find some tunes to start listening to. I highly recommend this group - Ojos de Brujo - in case you want to check some out! It's traditional, yet has a more modern edge - I love the album titled "Bari." You can't help but want to tap your feet or clap your hands a little. (Check out their website below.) Enjoy! xx

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  1. AnonymousApril 17, 2010 at 12:37 AM

    Dear Jenny: Ojos de Brujo doesn't do flamenco, and the music at the fair is sevillanas, a couple dance named for the city of Seville. Try seek out some flamenco, I think you will enjoy it much more. In September the world's most important flamenco festival begins in Seville, there you will have the chance to see some wonderful artists.

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  2. JennyApril 18, 2010 at 1:28 AM

    Thank you for your thoughts, Anonymous! I can't wait to try some Sevillanas this week - I think they will be a great variation from the typical flamenco I have seen in Sevilla, although Sevillanas are very similar to flamenco. Although "Ojos de Bruja" might not be typical flamenco, I do believe they are a style of flamenco, as their website says . . .

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