Yumi La Blanca
How I’ve come out of near-depression through flamenco, almost
Feeling re-energised by the return of the Peña Flamenca de Londres, lovely memories with Sherrill Wexler, reunion with Gemma de la Cruz.
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Yumi La Blanca
Aug 22, 20212 min read
Inspirations from the guitarist Jorge Bravo
As the Peña Flamenca de Londres finally welcomes back live audiences, I'll share a brief memoir of the guitarist Jorge Bravo.
Yumi La Blanca
Jul 4, 20213 min read
Abanico Flamenco - the conceptual breeze in dance, guitar and cajón
'Abanico', a hand fan, not only gives a fresh breeze but also spreads out to disciplines of flamenco, such as dance, guitar and cajón.
Yumi La Blanca
Jun 20, 20213 min read
‘La Fête de la Musique’ and my initiation into flamenco music
21st June is not only the summer solstice but also the celebration day for music. We’ll revisit our favourite flamenco and more.
Yumi La Blanca
Jun 6, 20213 min read
Un poquito de flamencology 6 - Alegrías
The joy of Alegrías blooms like a pure lotus flower growing through a muddy pond of sadness and pain.
Yumi La Blanca
May 30, 20212 min read
The 15th Commemoration of Rocío Jurado ‘La Más Grande’
For the 15th commemoration of the loss of Rocío Jurado on 1st June, we cherish some of her legendary performances.
Yumi La Blanca
May 23, 20213 min read
Flamenco in the Eurovision
Keeping the festive mood of the Eurovision 2021, let's dig into the fascinating history of flamenco and Spain in the past competitions.
Yumi La Blanca
May 16, 20212 min read
Walk along with flamenco music - National Walking Month
Enjoy the National Walking Month with a little curation of flamenco songs featuring the concept of walking.
Yumi La Blanca
May 9, 20212 min read
Elegance of ‘flamenco puro’ - Carmelilla Montoya
My personal tribute to Carmelilla Montoya, who sadly passed away on 4th May 2021.
Yumi La Blanca
May 1, 20211 min read
New flamenco portrait - ‘Duende Uzumaki’ by Mykadelica
Duende is inexplicable - but its essence is stylishly captured in the portrait ‘Duende Uzumaki’ by Mykadelica.
Yumi La Blanca
Apr 25, 20211 min read
Sevillanas for chilling - Jazz Appreciation Month (4)
Celebrating both the Feria de Abril and Jazz Appreciation Month, we'll share some jazz-arranged Sevillanas to chill.
Yumi La Blanca
Apr 18, 20213 min read
Appreciating forgotten names - Jazz Appreciation Month (3)
While Jazz Appreciation Month still continues, we'll bring up some names which we tend to overlook in flamenco jazz.
Yumi La Blanca
Apr 11, 20212 min read
What JAM stands for - Jazz Appreciation Month (2)
The abbreviation of Jazz Appreciation Month, 'JAM', makes us think what a jam session really means to us.
Yumi La Blanca
Apr 4, 20212 min read
Nina Simone and flamenco - Jazz Appreciation Month (1)
Sharing some of the legendary songs by Nina Simone and their flamenco versions in this Jazz Appreciation Month of April.
Yumi La Blanca
Mar 28, 20213 min read
Walking in compás at Semana Santa
Being inspired by the philosophy of processions of Semana Santa, we reorganise our pasos (steps) with hope.
Yumi La Blanca
Mar 21, 20213 min read
Looking back on the ‘80s, looking forward to the future
When it's hard to look forward, it's OK to look back on the lovely past: the golden era of the '80s in Spain.
Yumi La Blanca
Mar 14, 20212 min read
Flamenco Inspiration from Ireland - Celebrating St Patrick’s Day
We're adding the spice of flamenco to this year's week-long celebration of St Patrick's Day - Riverdance and the guitarist John Walsh.
Yumi La Blanca
Mar 7, 20213 min read
Un poquito de flamencology 5 - Bambera
Bambera is like a swaying swing, hanging in the air, in terms of its artistic open possibility.
Yumi La Blanca
Feb 28, 20212 min read
Almond blossoms in the springtime - Awakening the spring of arts
At the awakening of springtime, we lift our spirits by enjoying some flamenco songs featuring almond, the symbol of early spring.
Yumi La Blanca
Feb 21, 20212 min read
What I Miss - My Case of Flamenco Lockdown (3)
Despite the advantages of digital formats, we must not forget that flamenco is something beyond that.
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