(noticia) Rhythms of Spain

Flamboyant style: flamenco, with its cross-section of musical influences, strikes a chord with gypsy, Moorish and Jewish cultures, but is claimed by the Spanish

Flamenco Express
artsdepot
Nether Street, North Finchley
Friday, February 24, 8pm

Flamenco Express brings a modern take on the flamboyant dance and music style, uniting some the best contemporary flamenco singers and allowing them the artistic freedom to explore the style. Much of the show is improvised, ensuring that no two events are the same.

The art form comes from Andalusia, southern Spain, and is steeped in tradition. Flamenco is entrenched in gypsy culture, with Moorish and Jewish musical influences, but it hasn't stopped the Spaniards claiming it as one of their national symbols.

Performances feature An

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