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Flamenco Fantasia

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This is something different yet very tradional. The term Noveau is blended perfectly with Flamenco to create something that wanders never far from it's roots. All the songs contained on this CD are represenative of the passion that is Falmenco. Often times Noveau Flamenco is streched too far away from it's roots and ends up in the pop realm. The Moorish and Arabic rhythmns are stated such that they color the CD with authenticity. This CD is a musical troupe essentially playing "juerga", that moment when all aspects, singer,dancer and guitarist all come together. A jam session , if you will, of Flamenco. The improvisational skills dispalyed by each artist on this CD are very beautiful and expressive. The music on this CD lends itself to visual imagery as the dancers heard dancing come to life. The cues demonstrated by dancer, vocalist and guitarist are blended as one so as to never know who is taking the lead. Put this one on a multiple disc changer for a change of pace when listening to other flamenco inspired artists. This is a very good choice for Noveau Flamenco, a sythesis of Iberian and Southwest flavors creating something honoring tradition.

My flamenco teacher uses this CD for our warm up and cooling down exercises, but it is good for more than that. Sensuous guitar - so sexy, yet elegant. Enjoyable for not just flamenco aficionados but great for flamenco virgins as well. Perfect for that romantic evening you plan to have with your amour visiting you at home for the first time. Just you, and the candle light, and guitar....

Inspiring and beautiful music. Chayito the singer uses her voice beautifully!! Excellent music to feel the DUENDE of the gypsies!!!