The foreign depiction of Spain as the land of flamenco, the not-quite European country with the Oriental-Gypsy soul, has been exploited by entrepreneurial spirits within Spain. That is not to say that flamenco flourishes today only to serve the interests of commerce. Artists, scholars, and historical preservationists have chosen to undertake serious study of the art form and to promote its historical and artistic significance for both Spain and Andalusia.
In fact, one could say that flamenco today has undergone both extreme commercialization and renewed artistic and academic respect, once again demonstrating its complex relationship to Spanish national identity.
Image courtesy of the Bates Mill Store Moreover, from the mid-nineteenth century on, flamenco entertainment spread quickly from southern Spain to the capital Madrid and onward to other Spanish urban centers, flourishing there as a consequence of the rise of a mass urban culture and increased foreign tourism.
Post a Comment. If Jay-Z and Beyonce can complain about dwindling artist revenue in music, imagine what it's like for flamenco artists? It's no wonder the best artists perform at such shows. See also:. A flamenco festival is the best place to see flamenco in Spain. While some of the best stars tend to work at the tourist-focussed tablaos , the real superstars are touring the world and are only able to perform in Spain at the biggest festivals. Check out these flamenco festivals in Spain's top cities:.
Madrid is not the traditional home of flamenco, but as the capital city it, of course, attracts the best performers as this is where the money is. As Madrid is less famous for flamenco, its flamenco venues are not marketed so strongly towards tourists.
Any bar called 'tablao de something' is likely to be a flamenco venue. Though Barcelona is not historically associated with flamenco, the city's cosmopolitan appeal has attracted flamenco artists from Andalusia to Catalonia.
Some of the biggest flamenco shows now take place in Barcelona. There are so many venues to see flamenco in Seville that you'll have difficulties deciding which one to visit. These are the best shows in town:. Granada is another great city for flamenco. Check out a show in the Alhambra if there happens to a concert while you're in town: I saw a 'flamenco ballet' there and it was fantastic. Most cities in Andalusia will have flamenco somewhere in town. Check out these spots in some of the other more popular destinations:.
The Best Cities in Andalusia Actively scan device characteristics for identification. Use precise geolocation data. Select personalised content. Create a personalised content profile. Colour, music and dancing are an integral part of life in Andalusia, Spain. A variety of dancers, in colourful traditional costumes, will whirl and stomp across La Carboneria is a special place. Unlike the tourist spots for flamenco, this feels alive. There is a buzz of energy, a sense of place as friends call out to each other before the show starts, the stone floored room smells of woodsmoke,and the Jardines de Zoraya, Restaurante Tablao Flamenco.
There are plenty of flamenco places in Granada, from the 35 euro tourist cave to the 6 euro wine cellar.
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