How Many Different Palmas Patterns Can You Identify? | The Weekly Letra

August 12, 2023

Watch the following videos then try the bulerías palmas activity at the end of this post.

Here is one of the letras:

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The Key to Dancing Well With the Cante in Flamenco | The Weekly Letra

April 16, 2022

Looking for bulerías music to practice your ‘dancing with the cante’ skills with?

I’ve got you covered!

The video below offers you over eight minutes of bulerías music, including several letras, to practice to.

Wondering how to dance to the cante?

I have some ideas for you.

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Se Amarra El Pelo | The Weekly Letra

January 7, 2022

Watch José Mijita singing from his home during the 2020 lockdown in Spain. He sings for over 15 minutes by himself, accompanied only at the very end with palmas and baile por fiesta.

Here is one letra he sings at the end:

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An Outdoor Flamenco Look [That Flamenco Look]

August 27, 2020

A couple of weeks ago I participated in my first performance since quarantine.

I danced sevillanas and bulerías, and I did not wear flamenco shoes.⁣⁣⁣

And, once again I let my silver strands show.

Do You Struggle to Watch Video of Yourself Dancing?

August 2, 2020

Do you have a hard time watching video of yourself dancing flamenco?

You’re not alone.

While we may not choose to publicly share video of ourselves dancing, it can be a great tool to use for personal growth.

Smokey Eye [That Flamenco Look]

June 19, 2020

Do you want to add some drama to your eyes but feel uncomfortable applying eye makeup?

A simple smokey eye doesn’t have to be complicated nor take a long time, and the results can be stunning.⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣

It is a great look for flamenco.

Here's what I used & how I did it in ten steps:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣

All Made Up and Nowhere To Go [That Flamenco Look]

May 4, 2020

A couple of weeks ago I participated in a fun flamenco makeup tutorial sponsored by my friends at Espacio de Arte Seattle. It was a great excuse to gather, get made up, and learn something while observing shelter in place due to the Coronavirus pandemic.