June 2020 - March 2024
(In the process of transition)
Rocking the cradle of flamenco at Christmas - ‘Su Carita Divina’
Our flamenco-style Christmas mood continues with another beloved Villancico ‘Su Carita Divina’.
Spicing up this Christmas with sugar and cinnamon - ‘Con Azúcar y Canela’
In the cold but festive season of Villancicos, let’s enjoy the warm flavour of ‘Con Azúcar y Canela’.
Reminiscing the Spanish flavour - Pasodoble music (2)
Although Pasodoble can be danced to other music, we would prefer to have Spanish flavour in its music too.
Passion for the Spanish stereotype - Pasodoble music (1)
Pasodoble or Paso Doble is a popular style in ballroom dancing and assumed as typical Spanish, but there is more cultural richness in it.
Embracing Rainy Days - ‘La Gata Bajo La Lluvia’ and Flamenco
Rainy days can be inspiring - embracing the song 'La Gata Bajo La Lluvia' and its adaptations in flamenco
At Dawn It Shines - The radiation of ‘Al Alba’ in Spanish Music
Having a historic connection to a specific date of 27th September, ‘Al Alba’ is a supreme song to be adored anytime, any day.
‘La Fête de la Musique’ and my initiation into flamenco music
21st June is not only the summer solstice but also the celebration day for music. We’ll revisit our favourite flamenco and more.
The 15th Commemoration of Rocío Jurado ‘La Más Grande’
For the 15th commemoration of the loss of Rocío Jurado on 1st June, we cherish some of her legendary performances.
Flamenco in the Eurovision
Keeping the festive mood of the Eurovision 2021, let's dig into the fascinating history of flamenco and Spain in the past competitions.
Sevillanas for chilling - Jazz Appreciation Month (4)
Celebrating both the Feria de Abril and Jazz Appreciation Month, we'll share some jazz-arranged Sevillanas to chill.
Appreciating forgotten names - Jazz Appreciation Month (3)
While Jazz Appreciation Month still continues, we'll bring up some names which we tend to overlook in flamenco jazz.
What JAM stands for - Jazz Appreciation Month (2)
The abbreviation of Jazz Appreciation Month, 'JAM', makes us think what a jam session really means to us.
Nina Simone and flamenco - Jazz Appreciation Month (1)
Sharing some of the legendary songs by Nina Simone and their flamenco versions in this Jazz Appreciation Month of April.
Flamenco Inspiration from Ireland - Celebrating St Patrick’s Day
We're adding the spice of flamenco to this year's week-long celebration of St Patrick's Day - Riverdance and the guitarist John Walsh.
Soundscape of extraordinary - Expanding the view of flamenco instruments
As if breathing fresh air, we'll discover refreshing soundscapes of flamenco through diverse musical instruments.
Burn’s Night celebration with a feel of Spain
For the distanced version of Burn's Night, we can connect with each other through Auld Lang Syne and bagpipes with a Spanish twist.
‘Volando’ our way to the New Year - wings of music for flying start
At the beginning of the New Year, why don’t we borrow the power of music and words to make a flying start?
The art of chopsticks, or flamenco castanets
The word ‘Palillos’ means both 'chopsticks' and 'castanets' in Spanish - my personal note on flamenco castanets
Thinking on Singing on the World Singing Day
World Singing Day gave me a chance to reflect upon the significance of singing.
‘Entre Dos Aguas’, between two instruments - Paco de Lucía and Paco Montalvo
Insight into ‘Entre Dos Aguas’ by Paco de Lucía and the violin version by Paco Montalvo.