Gracias a Flamenco
Just like the great Mercedes Sosa sings, “Gracias a la vida, que me ha dado tanto,” (Thank you, life, for giving me so much,) I have many things to be thankful for: my husband, my kids,...
What’s YOUR Flamenco Story?
I just love hearing people’s flamenco stories. What *was* it that initially piqued their interest? For me, I always knew something about flamenco and was intrigued by it. Not sure how since I’m not Spanish,...
Love Letter to Flamenco
On this Valentine’s Day, I write my own love letter to my sweet love, FLAMENCO. For all the highs and lows of our relationship, I think we’re on pretty good terms right now. “But, Rina,...
Sevillanas and Feria Fever……Again
Spring is not quite here, but Feria is on my mind since my students and I will be presenting at the Feria de Abril en Los Alamitos. Good times! But as Flamencas, we sigh longingly...
Flamenco as Therapy
I had my annual student showcase last weekend and I’m blown away at the progress that many of my dancers have made. Also, I’m so impressed with the dancers that performed flamenco for the first...
Flamenco is the ULTIMATE New Year Goal
I NEVER make New Year’s resolutions, but I LOVE making goals. Even though the specific goals change every year, they do tend to revolve around the same themes: working out, making time for family and...
Are you showing up for flamenco?
I just completed a dance challenge in my Online Flamenco Studio where dancers had to learn one of two Solea por Bulerias choreographies…… and then post them on the internet. Learning the choreography is one...
It’s Never Too Late To Learn Flamenco!
Starting from the very beginning with flamenco is exhilarating and daunting at the same time. We are all drawn to it because of the sheer passion and expression of the dancers, as well as being...
Quiz: How Flamenco Are YOU?
Do you wonder whether it’s more important to pay the utility bill or buy flamenco shoes? Have you ever wanted to cry while listening to a Siguirilla? Have you ever danced a buleria while brushing your...
All I Really Need to Know in Life I Learned in Flamenco Class
Have you ever seen that book, “All I really need to know I learned in kindergarten?” Well, here’s the flamenco version of it! 1.You gotta put in the work. In flamenco, if you want...
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