Carmen Amaya
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Biography
Carmen Amaya, born on November 2, 1918, in Somorrostro, Barcelona, Spain, was a Spanish Romani flamenco dancer and singer. She began her career performing with her father, José Amaya Amaya, a guitarist who played in pubs. Her breakthrough came when she was introduced to more prestigious venues by Josep Santpere, leading to her debut at the Spanish Theatre in Barcelona. In 1930, Amaya joined the Manuel Vallejo company and performed across Spain. She gained national success through performances at notable theaters such as the Zarzuela Theatre in Madrid. Her film career included roles in La hija de Juan Simón and Maria de la O. Amaya's dance style showcased the purest form of flamenco, and her performances were highly successful in cities like New York. Amaya passed away on November 19, 1963.
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- Tu Mal No Tiene Remedio by Paco Amaya
- Canasteros de Triana
- A los Pies del Gran Poder by Paco Amaya
- Adelfa by Paco Amaya
- Fiesta De Jerez, Ritmo De Carmen Amaya by Carmen Amaya
- Canasteros de Triana by Paco Amaya
- Jaleo por BulerÃas by Paco Amaya
- Vete Con los Tuyos by Paco Amaya
- Fiesta Jerezana by Paco Amaya
- Corazón de Acero by Paco Amaya
- Tondero (Canto Popular Flamenco) by Paco Amaya
- La Tana by Paco Amaya
- Jaleo Canastero by Carmen Amaya
- Adelfa
- MarÃa De La O
- Fandangos (1)
- Fiesta Jerezana
- Sevillanas featuring Carmen Amaya
- Fandangos (3)
- a los pies del gran poder
- Tondero
- vete con los tuyos
- corazon de acero
- Mi Mare la Tana (2)
