Flamenco Singing for Everyone
Description
Flamenco Singing Workshop through Music Learning Theory
Have you ever wanted to experience the feeling of Flamenco singing, but didn’t know where to start?
Join María de Huelva for a warm, playful and accessible workshop where you will discover Flamenco through listening, singing, rhythm and musical connection.
Inspired by Music Learning Theory (MLT), an approach that aligns naturally with the way Flamenco is traditionally learned — through listening, imitation, repetition and musical experience, this workshop invites you to learn music in a natural and engaging way. You will listen, absorb musical patterns and gradually find your own voice within them. You don’t need to read music or have previous experience with Flamenco singing. Just bring your curiosity and your voice!
Together, we will explore the distinctive sounds, melodies and rhythms of Flamenco, developing your sense of pitch, rhythm, musical memory and confidence along the way.
🌿 What to expect:
Discover the foundations of Flamenco singing
Explore rhythm and compás through the voice and body
Learn Flamenco musical patterns through listening and repetition
Develop your pitch, rhythm and musical confidence
Experience different Flamenco vocal colours and expressions
Sing together in a relaxed and supportive environment
Connect with the music through an enjoyable, hands-on approach.
Work on a Flamenco song through a Music Learning Theory-based approach
A musical transcription of the song will also be available to take home for those who are interested in exploring the music further.
No previous singing or Flamenco experience is needed. Whether you are a complete beginner, a singer, a musician, or simply curious about Flamenco, you are very welcome.
And if you don’t speak Spanish — don’t worry! You can learn a little Spanish naturally through the music and songs as we go.
Come and discover Flamenco not just by learning about it, but by listening, feeling and singing it yourself. ❤️
NOTE:
Attendees aged 12–17 must be accompanied by an adult guardian who must remain on-site in the waiting area for the duration of the workshop."
Agenda
Historical Context
A brief introduction to the origins and cultural context of the Flamenco style we will be exploring.
Rhythm & Compás
Discover the rhythmic foundations of the style through listening, movement, body percussion and singing.
Melody
Explore the melodic patterns and characteristic sounds of the song through listening, imitation and repetition.
Lyrics
Learn and explore the lyrics, their meaning and how they connect with the melody and musical expression.
Lineup

Maria de Huelva
María de Huelva is a London-based Spanish musician, tamborilera (taborer), performer, educator and ethnomusicologist from Almonaster la Real, Huelva. Rooted in Flamenco and Andalusian traditional music, her practice brings together guitar, voice, three-holed pipe and tabor, percussion and rubab. Combining performance, research and education, she explores musical heritage, cultural identity and intercultural dialogue, connecting the traditions of southern Spain with the multicultural landscape of contemporary London.
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