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Seguiriyas

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Rhythmic pattern: 12-beat cycle, with a solemn and profound rhythm, accented on 3, 5, 8, and 12. Cultural background: One of the oldest forms, it expresses deep sorrow and is highly valued for its emotional depth.

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Villancico

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Rhythmic pattern: Variations exist, but commonly in a 3/4 or 6/8 meter, akin to a jig. Cultural background: Originally a pastoral folk song, it has been adapted into flamenco to celebrate festive and religious occasions, especially Christmas.

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Tangos

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Rhythmic pattern: 4-beat cycle with a lively tempo, typically accented on beats 2, 3, and 4. Cultural background: Casual and playful, tangos are a popular flamenco style for dancing.

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Granaínas

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Rhythmic pattern: Free-form rhythm with no specific time signature. Cultural background: Originates from Granada and is known for its heartfelt, deep expression of longing and sorrow.

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Fandangos

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Rhythmic pattern: Traditionally on a 3-beat cycle, often played with a lively tempo. Cultural background: It originated in Huelva and it varies greatly in form; from light to profound styles.

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Tientos

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Rhythmic pattern: 4-beat cycle, slower than tangos with accents on 2 and 4. Cultural background: Reflects a somber mood; it's considered tangos' 'twin' but with a more serious tone.

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Guajiras

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Rhythmic pattern: 12-beat cycle with accents similar to Alegrías, often augmented by the Cuban 'guajira' rhythm. Cultural background: Infused with Cuban influences, it represents the intercultural exchange between Spain and Cuba.

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Cartageneras

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Rhythmic pattern: Free rhythm, focusing on melodic expression more than strict tempo. Cultural background: From the Cartagena region, it's part of the cantes de Levante, songs from the eastern part of Spain, often reflecting the sorrow of the region’s mining history.

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Soleá

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Rhythmic pattern: 12-beat cycle, accenting on 3, 6, 8, 10, and 12. Cultural background: Deeply emotional form often considered the heart of flamenco, originating from Andalusia.

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Minera

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Rhythmic pattern: Free rhythm, typically without a strict tempo, allowing for emotional delivery. Cultural background: Hails from the mining regions of La Unión in Murcia, and the lyrics often reflect the suffering of miners.

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Rondeña

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Rhythmic pattern: Free-form rhythm, allowing expressive and dramatic interpretation. Cultural background: Named after Ronda, a city in Málaga, and is famously developed and popularized by guitarist Ramón Montoya.

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Bulerías

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Rhythmic pattern: 12-beat cycle with a fast tempo, accenting on 3, 6, 8, 10, and 12. Cultural background: Rapid and improvisational, it is a festive form that often closes flamenco gatherings.

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Polo

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Rhythmic pattern: 12-beat cycle, with an accentuation similar to soleá but faster and more lively. Cultural background: It is considered a palo derived from the fandango, with a strong Andalusian character.

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Romance

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Rhythmic pattern: No fixed pattern, performed freely to follow the narrative of the song. Cultural background: A narrative song form that tells a story, often dramatic or historical, with roots in Spanish folk traditions.

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Alegrías

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Rhythmic pattern: 12-beat cycle, similar to Soleá but with a lighter, more cheerful character. Cultural background: Originating from Cádiz, reflects the joy and vibrancy of the port city.

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Soleá por Bulería

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Rhythmic pattern: 12-beat cycle, combines the essence of soleá with the rhythm of bulerías. Cultural background: A crossover style that injects the introspective soleá with a lively bulerías beat.

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Malagueñas

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Rhythmic pattern: Generally played freely without a fixed beat, derived from the fandango family. Cultural background: A style expressing a range of emotions, from sad to joyous, originating from Málaga.

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Caña

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Rhythmic pattern: 12-beat cycle with strong accents, similar to the soleá. Cultural background: An old form, often sung a cappella or with minimal guitar, believed to be an ancestor of soleá.

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Bamberas

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Rhythmic pattern: Varies, often with a 12-beat pattern similar to the soleá. Cultural background: Lyrically, it combines elements of humor with sadness, showcasing the duality of human emotion.

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Soleares Apolás

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Rhythmic pattern: Similar to Soleá with a 12-beat cycle, accenting on 3, 6, 8, 10, and 12. Cultural background: A regional variant of the Soleá from the area around the port city of Cádiz, associated with the lighter ‘Apolo’ style.

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Zambra

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Rhythmic pattern: Various rhythms, sometimes akin to the tangos or having a Moorish influence. Cultural background: Refined from a Moorish dance, it is often associated with Gypsy weddings and festivities.

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Serrana

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Rhythmic pattern: 12-beat cycle with a rhythm similar to the Seguiriyas, sometimes played more freely. Cultural background: Depicts the isolation and harsh lives of the people in the mountains (Sierra).

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Siguiriyas

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Rhythmic pattern: Complex 12-beat cycle with the accents typically on 3, 6, 8, and 11. Cultural background: It's a profound and somber style that is considered one of the pillars of traditional flamenco.

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Tarantos

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Rhythmic pattern: Free-form rhythm without a strict tempo, often slow and expressive. Cultural background: Originates from the mining regions of Almería and is related to tarantas.

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Peteneras

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Rhythmic pattern: 12-beat cycle with a structured rhythm, accenting on 1, 6, 8, and 11. Cultural background: Named after 'La Petenera', a legendary woman of veiled origins; this form is surrounded by superstition and considered unlucky.

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