Flamenco Improv Workshop with Rina Orellana

In this replay of our LIVE workshop, we learn:

  • * The foundation of 12-count compás
  • * Strong, simple marcaje that works with any palo 
  • * The unique feeling of Alegrias vs Soleá por Bulerías
  • * How to improvise with clarity, freedom, and a gusto

If you want to feel more confident improvising — this is the perfect place to start.

  • timestamps:
  • 0:00 welcome
  • 0:56 what does it mean to improvise?
  • 3:53 compás comes first
  • 4:55 palmas for 12 count
  • 7:00 warm up
  • 11:28 3 essential marcaje steps tutorial
  • 19:50 practice solo compas 
  • 24:18 notes for practicing with music for baile vs for cante only
  • 26:50 Alegrias- Rancapino Chico
  • 35:00 Solea por Bulerías- Rancapino Chico
  • 43:00 structure, palmas & dance of Alegrias letra
  • 49:00 structure, palmas & dance of Solea por Bulerias letra
  • 52:13 Q&A

Link to Spotify playlist created for this workshop.


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