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Think of this workshop as a compás and technique bootcamp. The idea is to really drill both, so that you come out of the week with more confidence in the material you play and a greater understanding of how everything works in context.
We’ll spend a couple of hours each day working on technique and compás exercises, and we’ll spend the rest of the time applying all of this to feeling comfortable playing – to really owning the material you have and gaining a sense of mastery.
We’ll have at least one guest teacher for guitar, and we’ll bring in a singer one day so you can experience what it feels like to accompany Cante.
We will meet for five days - Monday - Friday.
Classes will be held from 10AM until 2PM each day at Peña La Plateria, the oldest flamenco peña in Spain, in the Albaicín neighborhood of Granada.
Most days, the first two hours will focus on technique and compás, and the second two hours will focus on applying this to material. We will take a short break between the two sessions.
Meals are not included in the price of the workshop. There is a bar/restaurant at the Platería, where classes are held, which has great tapas and a good menu as well. We suspect we will be eating many after-class meals there. Check out the Pro-Tips tab for more info on tapas and eating in Granada.
Also included in the workshop price is a trip to a flamenco show in the caves of Sacromonte.
We’ll focus on Solea and Bulerias, and we’ll learn some Tangos as well. And rather than give you tons of material, we’ll really work on making the most out of a little. The specifics of how much we cover will depend on the overall level of the group.
The question we get the most is “Am I ready for this?" Ideally, you’ve finished the Flamenco Explained Beginner Course, and you have a pretty solid grasp of Soleá. It would be helpful to have some familiarity with other Palos as well. We likely won’t be doing anything super virtuosic, but at a minimum you should have a decent sense of compás and feel comfortable with your rasgueados.
If you’re unsure if you’re ready to get the most out of a workshop like this, just send us an email and we’ll talk it through. We’ll probably ask you for a video to see where you’re at, and we can discuss if you’re ready and even what to be working on between now and the time of the workshop.
There is an in-depth blog post about some important pro tips to help make your life a tiny bit easier when visting our favorite city and home. We are always adding to this, especially the tapas (favorite eating spots) section. Here is what is covered over on that blog post:
If you cancel your paid reservation up to 30 days before the start of the workshop, we will issue a full refund.
If you cancel your paid reservation up to 15 days before the start of the workshop, we will issue a refund of 80% of your payment.
If you cancel within 15 days of the start of the workshop due to an emergency we will issue a refund of 90% of your payment.
While you are participating in our workshop, please be aware that we cannot take responsibility for your personal safety or any travel arrangements, accommodation bookings, or related matters. Additionally, we cannot be held liable for any incidents, accidents, or other unforeseen events that may occur during your time with us. Participants are responsible for their own safety and well-being at all times.
That being said, we are committed to ensuring a positive experience for all participants, and we will do our best to offer assistance and support whenever possible. Please don't hesitate to reach out to our Tara or Kai if you encounter any difficulties during your stay.
At Flamenco Explained, we prioritize a respectful and inclusive environment. Disruptive or abusive behavior, including harassment or violence, will not be tolerated. We reserve the sole right to determine what constitutes disruptive or abusive behavior. Participants engaging in such conduct may be asked to leave. We are committed to fostering a safe and positive experience for all.
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We also request that participants not share any of the videos shot in class on social media without our permission.
We will ensure that video of everything covered in class is available to participants.