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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.
Classes will be held from 10AM until 2PM Monday through Friday 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.
GUEST TEACHERS
WELCOME DINNER The workshop kicks off on Sunday evening with a welcome dinner hosted by Kai and Tara — at Peña La Platería itself, with a terrace overlooking the Alhambra. This is on us. It's a chance to meet your fellow players, shake off the travel, and arrive Monday morning feeling like you already belong here.
Daily meals during the week are on your own, which is honestly a feature — Granada's tapas culture means eating well and cheaply is part of the adventure.
Also included in the workshop price is a trip to a flamenco show in the caves of Sacromonte. For workshops that take place during the Granada Guitar Festival other concerts may also be included.
We’ll focus mainly on Soleá, Soleá Por Bulerias and Bulerias, and look at patterns and material that help you master the compás of these Palos as well as your material. We may also look at other Palos or cante/baile accompaniment depending on the interests of the group.
In order to ensure the best experience for the group, we will require an interview with each player. Contact us and we’ll set up a meeting.
We will require that all participants have a solid grasp of technique and compás, and be familiar with Soleá, Solea Por Bulerías, Bulerías, Tangos, and preferably a few more Palos. If you have any doubts just write us and we’ll figure it out.
Granada is a magical city. In addition to the Alhambra, Sacromonte, the Albaicín and other historic sites, it’s a great guitar city. We’ll see as much flamenco as possible, including a show in one of the caves of Sacromonte. Depending on the time of year there may be one of many festivals going on.
There are also tons of great guitar makers in Granada, so if you’re in the market for a guitar we’ll be happy to introduce you to the builders (you shouldn’t expect them to have guitars on hand for sale unless you’ve arranged this in advance, though you never know…). You can also take your guitar to get a fantastic setup from the people who really know!
But the main thing will be to experience flamenco where it lives, and to get to know and play with others who share your passion for this amazing art form.
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.
By participating in our workshop, you grant us the right to utilize any photographs or videos featuring you in any promotional material, including but not limited to social media posts, website content, and marketing campaigns. This permission extends to both current and future workshops and events organized by us.
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.