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, 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.
Yumi La Blanca
- Aug 15, 2021
- 2 min
Reimagined story, reimagined cinema - ‘Josee, the Tiger and the Fish’
The celebrated rediscovery of our cinema-going culture with the beautiful animation film 'Josee, the Tiger and the Fish'.
Yumi La Blanca
- Aug 8, 2021
- 2 min
Relaxation through theatrical excitement - Visiting The Theatre Cafe with fresh eyes
The excitement and relaxation at the Theatre Cafe can provide a good reinitiation to recover our theatre-going culture.
Yumi La Blanca
- Aug 1, 2021
- 2 min
High culture in the street - The Royal Opera House is unlocked for recovery
The Royal Opera House has been unlocked to an open-house free festivity with a hope of recovery after the lockdown.
Yumi La Blanca
- Jul 25, 2021
- 4 min
Modest and charming - The opening ceremony of Tokyo 2020
The opening ceremony of the Tokyo Olympic Games was a humble yet elegant performing art, reflecting the mood of the difficult times.
Yumi La Blanca
- Jul 18, 2021
- 2 min
Now is ‘On Point’ - a centenary celebration and the long-awaited opening-up
A centenary anniversary to make you dance - a review of 'On Point' at V&A, celebrating the 100th of the Royal Academy of Dance.
Yumi La Blanca
- Jul 11, 2021
- 2 min
Cooling down in sports excitement - Torvill and Dean’s lifetime achievement award on ice
Taking the ongoing big sporting events aside, we celebrate the Lifetime Achievement Award for the British ice dancers, Torvill & Dean.
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.
Yumi La Blanca
- Jun 27, 2021
- 2 min
Celebrating one year anniversary with Spanish summer drinks
Baile Plus is celebrating its one year anniversary, while I'm resuming my dancing life. It's time for Spanish summer drinks.
Yumi La Blanca
- Jun 20, 2021
- 3 min
‘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 13, 2021
- 3 min
Dancing with gratitude - ‘Balanchine and Robbins’ by the Royal Ballet
Regrowth of virtuosity, expression of joy, gratitude of companionship are the gift of the Royal Ballet’s ‘Balanchine and Robbins’.
Yumi La Blanca
- Jun 6, 2021
- 3 min
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, 2021
- 2 min
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, 2021
- 3 min
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, 2021
- 2 min
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, 2021
- 2 min
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, 2021
- 1 min
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, 2021
- 1 min
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, 2021
- 3 min
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.
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