"A long search for an informative text on
Spanish-Flamenco dancing ended when I discovered the required
reference guide for a Flamenco Dance class. Ms Alicia Morena's Spanish
Flamenco Dance Reference Guide, 2nd Edition is written for dance
students all levels or for anyone interested in the basic structure of
Flamenco Dance. In addition there is a concise review of the evolution
of Flamenco Dance. The Guide is illustrated in a helpful manner. It is
an indispensable item for every Flamenco Student." -Elizabeth Orrett, formerly employed in Dept. Meteorology, Pan
American Airways
" When practicing a new step or hand movement at home, a student often
forms bad habits because they forgot some important section of the
dance. This book, with its step-by-step images of every basic flamenco
dance or pose was instrumental in my learning the basics of the dance.
Knowing the background of any cultural expression is extremely
important in understanding how the soul of the dance is to be
communicated, and the historical portions of the book gave me a much
better appreciation for flamenco and those who practice it." -Kevin Miller, Student
"The Spanish Flamenco Dance Reference Guide reflects the author's
passion and precise technique, both of which cannot be compromised in
the flamenco dance. The many photographs of positioning are most
beneficial enabling the student to practice outside the classroom. If
one speaks no Spanish, the appendices giving the definition of
terminology are extremely helpful. Also included in the book is a wide
range of interesting historical facts to enhance appreciation of this
art form. To sum up, Alicia Morena - di Palma has written a book that
is interesting and informative as well as an explicit instructional
guide to the technique of the flamenco dance." -Linda Bannister, Secretary
