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The essence of flamenco is conveyed through various instruments that provide rhythm, melody, and emotional depth. The main instruments used in flamenco are classified below:
1. Flamenco Guitar
1. Flamenco Guitar
The guitar is the instrumental soul of flamenco. It differs from the classical guitar due to its lighter construction and brighter sound. With techniques such as strumming, alzapúa, and picado, the flamenco guitar creates the perfect accompaniment for singing and dancing.
2. Flamenco Box
2. Flamenco Box
Originally of Peruvian origin, the cajón was incorporated into flamenco by guitarist Paco de Lucía in the 1970s. Its percussive sound provides a powerful and versatile rhythmic foundation, becoming an essential element of modern flamenco.
3. Touch the palms
3. Touch the palms
Palmas are one of the most authentic forms of percussion in flamenco. They are divided into silent palmas and open palmas, each with its own function within the beat. They add dynamism and reinforce the rhythm of singing and dancing.
4. Castanets
4. Castanets
Although not present in all flamenco styles, castanets are especially used in dance. Their distinctive clatter adds a special sonic nuance and requires great skill on the part of the performer.
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