FLAMENCO & SEVILLANAS
TUESDAY · STUDIO ANANTA 1 · LA LIZ
Technique, feeling, and fire — all three at once, built slowly from the ground up.
WHAT IS FLAMENCO?
In these classes Liz works from the technical foundations that make flamenco unmistakable: braceos (arm work), zapateado (footwork), and marcajes. Each series explores a specific palo — one of the many distinct musical forms within the tradition — covering choreography, palmas, and theory. Liz creates space for students to find their own expression within the form. She also organises the monthly Sevillanas Oefenavond social practice evenings at Shoonya.
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'I am grateful that flamenco crossed my path early in life.', Liz says. 'To me, it is a source of strength and expression, artistic creativity and lived experience. Being able to share this with others is a great joy.'
In her classes, Liz focuses on developing proper technique and posture from the very first steps. Lessons kick off with dedicated drills in braceos, zapateado and marcajes. Each series explores a specific palo, covering choreography, palmas and theory within the traditional structure of the art form. Liz creates a space where students are encouraged to find their personal style, placing great importance on musicality and feeling.
Her vast experience, clear pedagogical approach, and infectious positive energy are highly valued by all her students.
Levels & registration
About this level
For dancers who have completed a minimum of 2 seasons of Flamenco foundations. In this level, techniques will be further expanded and intensively practiced, together with the study of the compás and the relationship between dance-singing-guitar. This semester's focus: Tientos, a palo defined by its melancholic depth and a powerful, earthy 4/4 rhythm. We will work on the corresponding techniques and structure to bring this beautiful palo to life.
About this level
For dancers with min. 3 years of flamenco experience and basic compás knowledge. Techniques are drilled and body language refined. We will work for 2 seasons on a full-fledged flamenco choreography, which will be repeated a lot to embody the dance. Some classes will feature live guitar accompaniment. This semester's focus: Farruca, a palo of elegance and explosive virtuosity. Traditionally considered a masculine form, the Farruca is defined by its sobriety, a sense of stoic pride, intricate footwork and structural precision.
About this level
Here we lay a solid foundation of flamenco techniques. The basics of arm and hand techniques, footwork, turns, and marcajes (marking steps) are thoroughly explained, built up systematically, and trained intensively. This Semester's Focus: Sevillanas & foundations. Every flamencodancer knows and enjoys to dance Sevillanas, a vibrant and festive dance, traditionally performed in pairs, characterized by its graceful arm movements, rhythmic steps in 3/4 time and joyful interaction between dancers. It is the ultimate expression of Andalusian social life and celebration. (Stay tuned to the agenda for our upcoming practice nights.) What's Next? In the second semester (February - June) starts from the style and catchy 4/4 rhythm of Tangos, an amazing flamenco palo for getting acquainted with the grounding characteristics of rhythms, technique and expression. After 2 semesters of training in Level 1, you will be ready to step up and start learning a complete flamenco choreography in Level 2 or 3!
16 sessions · Sep–Jan · see all dates
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