Flamenco Guitar Music and Culture - Introduction

This course is an introduction to Flamenco music and culture. Learn from ARIA-nominated Flamenco guitarist Damian Wright the rhythms, forms, history and cultural context, and techniques of this incredible and unique art form. 

Learn

• Rhythms: Flamenco is a very rhythmic art-form. Students will be introduced to flamencos exotic rhythmic cycles and their practical applications. 
• History: Learn about the extraordinary history of flamenco which covers a vast array of geography and cultures. 
• Cultural Context: Look at how flamenco is more than a musical style and is an integral part of the lifestyle and identity of a people. 
• Techniques: Explore the unique techniques required to make the unmistakable flamenco sound on the guitar as well as the palmas or rhythmic handclaps

Delivery

Face to face 

Duration

2 hours per week  for 4 weeks 

Fees

Course enrolment must be accompanied by a fee; we are unable to hold places for people or accept deposits on Lifestyle courses. Once enrolment is completed students will receive a course confirmation either in writing or by email. This course confirmation constitutes a receipt.

Parking fees may apply at some venues.

Location

For more information on the venue please click on 'the venue name' above and more information will be provided on parking, public transport and accessibility

Tutor

Click on the name of your tutor, listed above, for their resume. 

Enrolment

To ensure resources are ready for you at the start of your course, we ask you ideally enrol at least one week before the course commences.

Confirmation

Please check your confirmation letter to ensure you have the correct time, date and location of your course as well as any necessary requirements. There is a room directory located at each venue directing you to your classroom.

Bring With You

• Guitar

Go Home With

A skill for any party!

Cancellation

All courses need a minimum number of students to run ("we try our hardest to get those") . If your course does not have enough students it will be cancelled before the commencement and you will be informed.

This policy outlines your options for situations where Atwea College cancels a course, or where you are unable to attend the course you have enrolled in. Please contact one of our friendly staff if you have any enquiries or need to make any changes to your enrolment.

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