Tangos Footwork Pattern with Redobles [Flamenco Dance Steps]

Give it a try using the tutorial:

Make Some Noise with This Abanico Step [Flamenco Dance Steps]

August 24, 2023

Here’s a flamenco marking step that uses the abanico in a percussive way.⁣

We can create rhythms with the fan by tapping it against the body while open or closed.⁣

In this instance we have the fan open.⁣

Simple Tangos Marcaje [Flamenco Dance Steps]

August 18, 2023

Here’s a simple yet punchy tangos marking step for you to add to your collection.⁣

The ending works great with the caída of the cante or when the guitar resolves.⁣ ⁣

Watch the tutorial here

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:

Bulerías Move [Flamenco Dance Steps]

June 6, 2023

Learn this step and use it in your bulerías pataíta.

You could use this step as a llamada, remate, or even a patá.

Watch here

Try This Flamenco Marcaje with Abanico | Flamenco Dance Steps

May 25, 2023

Fancy up a basic flamenco marcaje with this simple but pretty abanico movement.⁣

Below I show it to you in the 12-count compás, but you could adapt it to any rhythm.⁣

Take a peek at this tutorial video then see the notes to follow for additional support:

Learn This Flamenco Remate with Abanico [Flamenco Dance Steps]

May 13, 2023

Here’s a flamenco step (a tangos remate) with abanico.⁣

Add it to a dance, or use it as an exercise to work on: ⁣

* Contratiempo⁣

* Opening the abanico⁣

* Coordination ⁣

* Strengthening your rhythm

Abanico Step with Contratiempo [Flamenco Dance Steps]

May 7, 2023

Here’s a video tutorial of a flamenco step with abanico.

Incorporate it into a choreography, or

Use it as a practice exercise to improve:

opening and closing the fan
contratiempo
coordination

Basic Flamenco Hand & Finger Movements

April 10, 2023

In the video tutorial below I take you through the basic movement of the hands and fingers used in flamenco dancing.

First we’ll focus solely on the movement of the hands.

Then we will look at the finger movements.

Mira Si Yo a Ti Te Quiero | The Weekly Letra

March 18, 2023

Here’s a video of Zorri singing bulerías at Peña la Bulería in Jerez, a letra, followed by an activity for you to strengthen your rhythm and listening skills!

Mira si yo a ti te quiero
porque tú te llamas Rosa…

Do You Practice Flamenco Hand Movements?⁣

February 20, 2023

Do you practice your flamenco hand movements?⁣

Practicing 'manos' is a must for every flamenco dancer.⁣

The good news is that there is not one right way to move the hands in flamenco. ⁣

Let’s take a look step by step

Easy Tangos Step [Flamenco Dance Steps]

February 15, 2023

Here’s a simple tangos marcaje you can use to work on:

Pitos (finger snaps),
Hips,
Coordination, and
Arm positioning

Tutorial: Flamenco Marking Step [Flamenco Dance Steps]

February 7, 2023

The following twelve count marking step is all about the body.⁣⁣

The feet are pretty simple. (Phew.)

It’s the movement of the body and arms that makes the step.⁣

Learn it here

Try This Simple Tangos Combination [Flamenco Dance Steps]

January 10, 2023

Here’s a new tangos combination for you.

You may use it:

As the singer comes to the end of a line of the letra ⁣
When the singer takes a respiro, a pause⁣
Or simply as an exercise to practice coordinating contratiempo sounds with fluid body movements.⁣

Watch the video tutorial