That’s why the voices of singers come together in this latest audiovisual cycle. From 19 October to 23 November, the events will take place at the UA City Headquarters in Alicante. The program comprises six sessions, culminating in a concert that brings the course to life each year with a distinct energy and message.
Ezequiel Benitez, Juan Pinilla, and David Pino are the principal singers who will discuss how they translate emotion into lyrics. They are joined by Curro Piñana, a familiar presence in the course who performs as a singer and guitarist; Pablo Martínez Samper, a documentary producer and editor; and José Luis Ortiz Nuevo, a historian and poet who contribute rich perspectives from their respective crafts.
On stage, the performers will share insights into their process and how words and melody intertwine to express deep feelings. Josefa Samper serves as the cycle coordinator, explaining that the selection favors artists who compose their own lyrics and poetry, enabling them to convey the message with clarity and impact.
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The course opens on 19 October with Ezequiel Benítez, a singer and educator in voice who earned Latin Grammy recognition in 2020. His session, titled Esotericism in flamenco songs, will include a concert featuring selections from his latest album, followed by guitar accompaniment from Antonio De Quero.
Where does this lament originate? On the 26th, Juan Pinilla, a singer, researcher, and columnist, will explain the roots and titled focus of his talk. Pinilla previously received the Mining Lamp Award in La Unión in 2007 and was nominated for Latin Grammys in 2014, highlighting a career that blends scholarship with performance.
David Pinowe, a singer and director of the Flamencology Department at the University of Córdoba, will discuss the flamenco repertoire, its shapes, and evolving styles. His talk is scheduled for 3 November, offering a critical look at how the tradition adapts while preserving its core identity.
David Pino, a singer noted for his academic and artistic leadership, will present on the Flamenco repertoire and its stylistic variations. He is pictured here as the program progresses, with further content noted in the schedule.
Pineapple Study will be revisited this year as a vital part of the cycle. The renowned singer and professor of Music and Performing Arts at the Higher Conservatory of Murcia will focus his discussion on 9 November, bringing together performance practice and pedagogical insight in a way that resonates with students and enthusiasts alike.
Memory of José Menese
José Menese will take the stage on 16 November, joined by Pablo Martínez Samper, a documentary filmmaker and editor, who continues to explore flamenco through a modern documentary lens from his base in Barcelona. The workshop culminates on 23 November with a closing session that invites participants to hear and reflect on what the voice has carried across the course.
According to Josefa Samper, flamenco is primarily music, but it gains meaning through content and interpretation. Lyrics and music stand on equal footing; without expressive words, flamenco loses one of its most essential driving forces.