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The legacy of Sherrill and Spanish Dance - ‘Flamenco and More’

Yumi La Blanca

May 8
2 min

The legacy of Sherrill and Spanish Dance - ‘Flamenco and More’

Sherrill Wexler Memorial Fund created a lovely tribute film ‘Flamenco and More’, available to watch with a donation.

My little playlist - Sevillanas for chilling (2)

Yumi La Blanca

Apr 24
1 min

My little playlist - Sevillanas for chilling (2)

April is the month of ‘Feria de Abril’ when flamenco aficionados enjoy dancing Sevillanas, but we can also appreciate the music as is.

Yumi La Blanca

Apr 10
1 min

La Saeta al Cristo de los Gitanos

As ‘Semana Santa’ started on 10th April, we share the belief in the power of arts through the profoundness of Saeta.

Singing for peace in flamenco styles - el Día de Andalucía

Yumi La Blanca

Feb 27
1 min

Singing for peace in flamenco styles - el Día de Andalucía

Celebrating Andalusia Day on 28th February, the regional anthem sung in flamenco styles will resonate with our universal hope for peace.

Good old flamenco days - The legacy of Ron Hitchins

Yumi La Blanca

Jan 30
2 min

Good old flamenco days - The legacy of Ron Hitchins

While the London flamenco scene still misses Ron Hitchins, we can now virtually revisit his famous juergas in a photo gallery.

Un poquito de flamencology 8 - Tangos de la Repompa

Yumi La Blanca

Jan 23
2 min

Un poquito de flamencology 8 - Tangos de la Repompa

Being a variation of Tangos de Málaga, Tangos de la Repompa is another complicated yet fruitful flamenco treasure.

Fresh start, fresh motivation - feeling inspired by ‘Flamenco Es’

Yumi La Blanca

Jan 2
1 min

Fresh start, fresh motivation - feeling inspired by ‘Flamenco Es’

After another difficult year, let's refresh our motivation and make a fresh start with inspiring flamenco life stories.

Rocking the cradle of flamenco at Christmas - ‘Su Carita Divina’

Yumi La Blanca

Dec 5, 2021
2 min

Rocking the cradle of flamenco at Christmas - ‘Su Carita Divina’

Our flamenco-style Christmas mood continues with another beloved Villancico ‘Su Carita Divina’.

Spicing up this Christmas with sugar and cinnamon - ‘Con Azúcar y Canela’

Yumi La Blanca

Nov 28, 2021
2 min

Spicing up this Christmas with sugar and cinnamon - ‘Con Azúcar y Canela’

In the cold but festive season of Villancicos, let’s enjoy the warm flavour of ‘Con Azúcar y Canela’.

Back on track - Rediscovering the joy of dancing flamenco

Yumi La Blanca

Nov 21, 2021
3 min

Back on track - Rediscovering the joy of dancing flamenco

Thanks to the opportunity given by Peña Flamenca de Londres, I’m hopefully back on track to perform flamenco again.

Un poquito de flamencology 7 - Tangos o Cantes del Piyayo

Yumi La Blanca

Nov 14, 2021
2 min

Un poquito de flamencology 7 - Tangos o Cantes del Piyayo

Usually known as ‘Tangos de Málaga’, it’s not simply from Málaga, not simply Tangos. The palo created by El Piyayo is so rich in culture.

The centenary celebration of Antonio El Bailarín

Yumi La Blanca

Nov 7, 2021
2 min

The centenary celebration of Antonio El Bailarín

Celebrating the centenary of the iconic figure of Spanish Dance, Antonio Ruiz Soler, aka Antonio El Bailarín.

Hidden Andalusia in Barcelona - Los Juanele and the culture of Sevillanas

Yumi La Blanca

Oct 31, 2021
2 min

Hidden Andalusia in Barcelona - Los Juanele and the culture of Sevillanas

During our first holiday after the pandemic, we revisited Los Juanele, a hidden flamenco gem in Barcelona.

Wearing the weight of Spanish heritage - ‘Hybrida’ at Bow Open Show

Yumi La Blanca

Oct 10, 2021
2 min

Wearing the weight of Spanish heritage - ‘Hybrida’ at Bow Open Show

Among many inspiring artworks at Bow Open Show, I was particularly fascinated with 'Hybrida', the dress-sculpture on a Spanish theme.

Embracing Rainy Days - ‘La Gata Bajo La Lluvia’ and Flamenco

Yumi La Blanca

Oct 3, 2021
2 min

Embracing Rainy Days - ‘La Gata Bajo La Lluvia’ and Flamenco

Rainy days can be inspiring - embracing the song 'La Gata Bajo La Lluvia' and its adaptations in flamenco

At Dawn It Shines - The radiation of ‘Al Alba’ in Spanish Music

Yumi La Blanca

Sep 26, 2021
2 min

At Dawn It Shines - The radiation of ‘Al Alba’ in Spanish Music

Having a historic connection to a specific date of 27th September, ‘Al Alba’ is a supreme song to be adored anytime, anyday.

Seeking the joy of dancing flamenco - am I going to perform again?

Yumi La Blanca

Sep 12, 2021
3 min

Seeking the joy of dancing flamenco - am I going to perform again?

Do I need to rebuild my motivation to dance in public again, or not...? I'm in the search of finding an answer.

How I’ve come out of near-depression through flamenco, almost

Yumi La Blanca

Aug 29, 2021
3 min

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.

Inspirations from the guitarist Jorge Bravo

Yumi La Blanca

Aug 22, 2021
2 min

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.

Abanico Flamenco - the conceptual breeze in dance, guitar and cajón

Yumi La Blanca

Jul 4, 2021
3 min

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.