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The A to Z's of Flamenco Dance: "B" is for Braceo

5/2/2014

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In Flamenco dance, braceo (bra-SAY-oh) is the Spanish term for Flamenco “arm work,” the specific technique of moving the arms.  Flamenco dancers, particularly women, are noted for having very powerful, yet extraordinarily graceful arms.  This power and grace comes from engaging the arm muscles and controlling the arm movement, often in an extreme manner. 

Proper braceo starts with proper posture (which I will discuss when we get to the letter “P” – it’s one of the most important topics, so be sure not to miss it.)  While the arm positions in Flamenco are similar to the arm positions in ballet, I teach my students to hold their arms in a “basket” position rather than in 1st, 2nd or 3rd positions:  “basket in front,” basket overhead,” and so forth.  This helps them to break the association with ballet if they have had prior ballet experience.  Ballet arms are very soft and graceful – fluttering like delicate butterflies.  Flamenco arms are very powerful yet graceful – more like an eagle.  

Read the full article at DanceUs.Org

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Agustina, Linda Machado, Alejandro Cervantes
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    Ricardo de Cristobal is a Master Flamenco Guitarist and Flamenco Historian with over 50 years experience in the art form.
    Linda Machado is a professional Flamenco dancer and instructor with over 25 years experience in the art form.

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