Flamenco is the typical music and dance of Andalusia. It is worldwide famous and a deeply admired art that transcends borders. This has been soaked up by a crowd of tendencies without losing its personality. But maybe its most important feature is the strong link that binds it to its spectators, who lives it in Apartamentos Sevilla a sentimental and emotional way. This sensibility arrives directly to the heart, even for those who discover it for the first occasion. So, it is known as “arte jondo”, as it delves into the most deep feelings or as “arte gitano” (gypsy art) because the influence they have with its origin and development.

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Flamenco is the result of a sum of musical cultures that have developed in Spain for over two centuries: Jewish music, Arabic music, Spanish music, the antique Seville music and of course, gypsy music.

In flamenco the feelings are longer important than the aesthetics. The artist’s ability to reach the public and to generate emotions is extremely important. In fact, the song begins with a pitiful whimper, known as “quejío” which aids to tune the singer’s voice and prepares the listener emotionally. The flamenco dance is very expressive and depends entirely on the guitar, which offers the beat and the rhythm. This is an introverted, individual dance, filled of feelings and improvisation. The “toque flamenco” fixes its attention in the Andalusian gipsy guitar, which has become its most avant-garde and admired facet. Besides the guitar, there are other instruments (like the drums) and accompaniments (like the clapping) that play an vital role.

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There are thousands of travelers who come to Apartamento Sevilla with the unique reason of enjoying this beautiful art. But there are many artists who export flamenco over the Spanish borders. In addition, the mass media spreads its force throughout the five continents. Despite this universality, Andalusia continues being its crib and its capital.

Nowadays, flamenco is fusing with other music types. They have fused the pure flamenco with elements of jazz, salsa, pop or rock. Nonetheless, there are opinions for and against this emerging style.