Flamenco: Gypsy Dance and Music from Andalusia

By: Schreiner, Claus

Book Overview

Written by a group of dedicated flamenco enthusiasts, this book traces the history and development of flamenco, the stirring form of folk dance created by the gypsies of the Andalusian region of Spain in the 19th century and still popular today.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1574670131
• ISBN13: 9781574670134
• Release Date: March 2003
• Publisher: Amadeus
• Length: 176 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

Best Flamenco book yet

I highly recommend this book to anyone interested in flamenco dance and music. There are pictures and the layout of the chapters makes for easy reading. The information on the dance is very interesting

A must for the flamenco aficionado.. Truly a labor of love.

This is the only book I've found in English that deals with flamenco on an in-depth, scholarly level. Fortunately, it is one that truly captivates and satisfies the demanding souls of flamenco enthusiasts. It is a work that succeeds at its attempt to cover all the aspects found at the heart of this rich art: song, guitar, as well as dance. These scholars really did their homework. They include a concise overview of the history of the gypsy people and their flourishing culture in the Southern Spanish region of Andalusia. There are some great photographs of flamenco legends (El Farruco, La Joselito, La Singla). Though they are in black and white, the photos alone make the purchase worth it. Filled with wonderful anecdotes, excellent translations of flamenco verses, and general insight into a fascinating and rich culture, this volume will is indispensible for any admirer of the Gypsies and their music.