The Morente family returns to the spotlight this Christmas with a moving celebration of unity and kinship. Grounded in the legacy of their father, Enrique Morente, a revered elder in flamenco, the family invites audiences to feel the warmth of home through song and stage. This year, their yuletide concert at ADDA promises a distinctive, intimate experience that blends family memories with the enduring power of flamenco, as the Morentes weave together voices in a single, radiant performance once more.
Presented as a journey from darkness into light, the show centers on those very days that define a Christmas like no other. The program is described as a diverse holiday repertoire, where familiar carols mingle with other rhythms and styles, all chosen to form part of a shared emotional heritage. The ensemble aims to recreate the comforting, communal atmosphere of a home during the holiday season, inviting the audience to relive cherished moments through music.
Three Morente siblings bring the artist’s legacy to life, with Enrique and Estrella Morente highlighted for their historic recordings such as Calle del Aire and Flamenco Rite. The repertoire also nods to unpublished studies and lesser-known works, offering fresh as well as familiar listening experiences for fans and newcomers alike.
Like a grand mosaic on stage, the two-hour concert unfolds through a sequence of scenes. Each transition is guided by subtle dramaturgy, mirroring the way a family gathers, shares stories, and reconnects around music. The intention is to recreate a night at home, where a careful blend of performance and spontaneity creates a living, breathing portrait of Christmas.
Joining the Morentes are fellow artists closely tied to the family’s flamenco lineage. The accompaniment features the guitars of Antonio Carbonell, Montoyita, and Monty, with contributions from Ángel Gabarre on vocals and the graceful footwork of La Globo in dance. Their collaboration enriches the evening with a tapestry of timbres and movements that keep the emotional current strong throughout the show.
Among the pieces that are expected to resonate deeply at ADDA are selections such as One chavico, Four muleteers, Pastorcito, Nana Morentianas and Mass Tangos, along with beloved classics like Dulce Maria, Drummer, and Silent Night. The performance plans to bridge festive carols with deeply rooted flamenco flavors, showcasing the family’s capacity to honor tradition while inviting new interpretations of familiar tunes.