Flamenco Rumba (also called Rumba Flamenca, Rumba Gitana, Gypsy Rumba or Spanish Rumba) is a style of Flamencomusic from Spain. Its style derives from the influence of Afro-Cuban Rumba brought back from Cuba to Spain in the 19th century but it is played with guitars and hand clapping, while the Cuban one uses drums and claves. However, modern guitarists such as Paco de Lucia and Tomatito have incorporated congas and cajon
to the percussion section as well as handclapping but have not
prominently featured the clave. The tempo of Rumba Flamenca is slower
than other, more traditional flamenco styles such as Bulerias and Fandango.
Rumba Flamenca is very popular in the Camargue region of France, home of Manitas de Plata, Jose Reyes & Los Reyes and the Gipsy Kings. In recent years, Rumba flamenca or nuevo flamenco has become increasingly popular in the United States and other parts of the world.
(From Wikipedia)
Paco Albiac was born in Sevilla, Spain. He
came from a family background of
singers, flamenco dancers & musicians.
He started singing flamenco “cante” at
the age of 6. At the age of 15 he started
to perform with Raimundo and Rafael
Amador “Pata Negra”. From then on he
became know for his musicianship and
expertise as a Flamenco Bass player. He
now resides in San Francisco and shares
his flamenco experiences with the Bay
Area.
David appears on stage with such celebrated flamenco artists as
Yaelisa, La Tania, La Fibi, La Mónica, Jesus Montoya, Melissa Cruz,
Felix de Lola, Fanny Ara, Roberto Zamora, Paco Albiac, and many others.
Currently he is producing a 2nd CD of original works with virtuoso
tabla player, Javad Butah (due mid 2008)
