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Spanish dance and Zamora music is one where the culture is very expressive and vibrant. I think that the choreography that they used is very simple but innovative as it was so in sync. I believe at this this it was probably a style where it "wowed" many people. The vibrant nature of the outfits celebrated the people and its tradition as being very expressive and happy and positive. It is a tradition that can be celebrated and bring many generations an insight to the past with the music and dance being a medium.

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Spanish dance and Zamora music is one where the culture is very expressive and vibrant. I think that the choreography that they used is very simple but innovative as it was so in sync. I believe at this this it was probably a style where it "wowed" many people. The vibrant nature of the outfits celebrated the people and its tradition as being very expressive and happy and positive. It is a tradition that can be celebrated and bring many generations an insight to the past with the music and dance being a medium.

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I loved the colors and the style of the outfits that were used in the dances in the Zamora dances. I think they were vibrant and stood out, things to celebrate people and bring fun and entertainment. I appreciate that the dances have been brought from generation to generation and has changed just a little bit each time. Spain has so many traditions and things that have been passed down and I love it. It gives people something to celebrate and look forward to and also make their own. The article that I read and chose to link talks about Spanish Dance through the artistic approach and talks about ones such as the Flamenco which I have done research on and the Fandango. All of these dances are so vibrant and energizing and simply beautiful. I wish America had ways to participate on a larger scale than what we do. The amount of traditions that the Spanish culture has and that people participate on such a large scale is amazing.

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Spain is one of the few nations that could claim dance as its national art and dance has a huge presence in the Spanish culture, with each region having its own versions of Spanish dances.

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The dances in Zamora were interesting to watch. It is very synchronized and simple at the same time but I think it would still be a dance that would be hard to mimic. The outfits in the first video look like they are made of silk detailed fabric. Not only the dresses, but the head pieces look of very high quality fabric. In the second video the clothing looks more simple but still with a beautiful touch of colored thread pieces that detail the dresses and the men’s shirts and vests. The colors are much more vibrant along with the color red. The thing that surprised me was the use of the bagpipes. It would never occur to me that bagpipes could be used in almost any place around the world but since it is an instrument highly used in Scotland or Ireland I didn’t really see them being used anywhere else. It’s good to see that every culture can use this instrument and add their touch of what music would come out of it.

The article I found kind of gives a history of how flamenco was first danced and how it varied in different types of countries that influenced spanish music and in the way that these other countries have also put in their own spin on these gifts that Spain has given.

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If any one thing symbolizes the fieriness and passion of Spanish culture, it is its traditional music and dance, although there is no one form. Both are as varied as the country's culinary repertoire, influenced by the varied cultures that settled the region. Yet, if there is one genre that symbolizes Spanish fervor, it is flamenco, the country's chief musical export.

Flamenco, which dates back to the 1500s, is a fusion of four distinct cultures: gypsy, Moorish, Jewish and native Andalusian. Flamenco was once played solely by the poor. The guitar is the chief instrument of the flamenco, and strumming a flamenco beat is not easy. The rhythm is multifarious and is usually accompanied by the clapping of hands known as palmas [source: Classical Guitar Illustrated History].

Flamenco music accompanies the flamenco dance, the best known of the gypsy dances. There are three types of flamenco dance: the alegrias, which is the dignified form; the high-energy farruca; and the humorous bulerias. Each is categorized by different beats [source: Classical Guitar Illustrated History].

The rumba catalana is similar to flamenco. Born in the Catalonian port city of Barcelona, and nurtured by that city's musicians who saw new forms of music come onto the docks, the rumba arrived from Cuba during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Catalonian performers took the Cuban rumba and molded it into their own unique style [source: National Geographic].

The Celtics of northern Europe also influenced Spanish music. The music of Galicia and Asturias, both regions in northern Spain, is marked by the gaita, or bagpipes, along with drums. The jota, from Aragon in northeastern Spain, are upbeat, joyous songs, accompanied by dancing, castanets and tambourines [source: National Geographic].

Fortunately for the rest of the world, Spain was able to export much of its food, music, fashion and other traditions to other countries. In return, each region has put its own distinctive spin on these gifts. Whoever said, "He who says Spain, says everything" could not have been more accurate.

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I loved watching the video of the dances of Zamora. I feel like American culture doesn't really have anything like this so it's always nice to watch and see the traditional dances of other countries. The one thing that I noticed about the dancing videos were their clothing. It was so bright and cohesive, I loved it. When I was younger, there were a lot of kids from Laos and the Hmong culture. They would perform their dances at pep ralleys and Zamora's clothing reminded me a lot of what the Hmong would wear when they performed their dances. The "vibe" for better lack of a word, reminds me a lot of Germany. It makes me curious whether children are required to learn these traditional dances or if it depends on the family. It seems like something the culture does as a whole from the videos. It would be awesome to see some of the kids from class dress up and perform the dance! This article I found was really interesting. It discusses the traditional wear of men and women during Spanish dances.
https://historyplex.com/traditional-spanish-clothing

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I feel as if they typical dances of Zamora seem to be more pronounced, or official, than any dance I can think of that America might have (square dancing?). Not only are the dances simply and elegantly choreographed, they are performed with a lot of passion and genuineness. The clothing donned for the occasions are very vibrant and perfectly synchronized throughout the group which add to the show! One thing that definitely surprised me was the clothing and bagpipes (Gaita) used in the third video linked for us to view this week. My immediate impression was that the performance looked and felt similar to what I had imagined traditions of Ireland and Scotland to be like. Something that I am curious to know is whether or not people participate regularly in the dances, music, and traditions, of other cities and regions in Spain? After researching, I found it fascinating how large of a variety of Spanish dances there are. I’m interested to learn more about the story behind each dance’s associated costume.

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Though traditional dance in Spain summons up iconic images of flamenco, there are many variations widespread across the country. From the gypsy communities of the south, to the Celtic heritage of Galicia in the north, the rich and diverse culture of Spain is perfectly captured by these 10 traditional Spainish dances.

The origins of the are not entirely traceable - some believe they date back to ancient Roman times - but most agree that by the 19th century the dance was widespread in the Catalan regions of Empordà, Roselló and Garrotxa. The dance is performed by a circle of alternating men and women who hold hands and dance in rhythm to a live band called a cobla. It's a popular group dance which is performed at celebrations and public gatherings and has become a symbol of Catalan identity.

Undoubtedly one of the most famous cultural exports from Spain, flamenco is in fact so much more than just a dance: it's an art form recognised as part of the Masterpieces of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. It emerged among the gypsy communities of Andalusia and is performed by a mixture of singing, guitar playing, dancing, finger snapping and hand clapping.

A dance found in the north-western region of Galicia, the muiñeira is an example of the Celtic influence on the local culture in this part of the world. One of the most obvious parallels with Celtic music is the use of a type of bagpipe known as a gaita to perform the accompanying music. There are regional types of muiñeira, including muiñeira de Chantada.

One of the more famous Spanish dances, the paso doble is a fast-paced dance based on the rhythm and movement of a bullfight. It was also used in the Spanish infantry to set the speed of march, as well as in 18th-century comedies, although its origins are in fact French. As a ballroom dance it is usually performed in pairs, one man and one woman, with the former said to represent the matador - or bullfighter.

The bolero is a type of dance found in both Cuba and Spain - although both have distinct origins. The Spanish bolero is said to have emerged in Spain in the 18th century as a result of the blending of two existing dances, the Sevillana and the c ontradanza. The dance is of moderate pace and is accompanied by guitar music and castanets, and is usually performed either by a soloist or by a couple. Although the dance has fallen somewhat out of fashion, it remains significant in the history of Spanish dance.

The fandango -a name most people will have heard of - is a fast-paced dance performed in couples and shows similarities to the bolero. It is traditionally accompanied by guitar, hand clapping and castanets, making it a festive, lively performance - especially the shorter dances known as fandanguillos.

The zambra is often qualified as a type of flamenco which emerged from around the city of Granada in Andalusia where it was historically performed at weddings. Unlike flamenco, it is danced barefoot and has many similarities with Arabian belly dancing - with which it shares common ancestry - and the dancer usually reveals her stomach by tying her blouse beneath her chest.

The jota is a dance which exists in distinct forms in many of the regions of Spain, including Aragon, Valencia, Catalonia and Galicia, where in each case it reflects the local culture and history. One of the best known is the Aragonese jota, which dates back to the 18th century and was particularly fashionable in the 19th century. In its purest form, the dance is particularly complex, involving rapid foot movements and small jumps.

As the name indicates, the Sevillana is a type of folk music and dance which originates in the southern Spanish city of Seville and shares similarities with the other main Andalusian dance: flamenco. However, Sevillanas are less formal and less physically demanding than flamenco, meaning they can be performed by people of all ages and sexes, which has made them particularly popular at festivals in southern Spain.

Not exclusively a dance, the zarzuela is more a popular form of lyrical performance featuring song and dance. Dating back to the 17th century, the dance was later popularised in the 19th century thanks in part to the work of Francisco Barbieri and the Zarzuela Theatre in Madrid. After falling out of favour during the Spanish Civil War, it was revived during the 1950s and 60s, and continues to be performed in theatres across the country today.

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I love learning about the different traditions cultures have. Music and dance is something that can always bring a community together so it was interesting to learn about the music and dance performances at annual festivals in Zamora. Like everyone has mentioned, the traditional clothing from the region of Alba was the first thing that caught my eye. I love the array of colors and designs that are used! It was interesting to see the difference of clothing between the regions of Aliste and Alba. After reading about the town Carbajales de Alba and their beautiful embroidery, I was surprised to learn that it had become so iconic in the culture of Zamora that a famous Spanish designer women reached out and enlisted them to embroider the designs for the runway. I was further surprised when I watched the video of bag pipes being used to make music through the streets, as like others, I assumed it was an instrument mainly used in Scottish culture. The dances were also entrancing to watch; there was beauty in the simplicity of how they moved and in sync they were with one another. Below is a video I found that provides a slideshow of Carbajales de Alba clothing.

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I love how much tradition is attached to the 'entertaining' side of Spanish/Zamora culture. Of course the clothing was the first thing to spark my attention because of the different colors and how vibrant they were. However, the thing that intrigued me most was I wondered how this beautiful dance has changed throughout the generations its been passed down and taught to younger generations. In my experience with tradition, most of the time it doesn't waver but I look at dance and music like passing down stories and legends throughout the generations. Sometimes the stories change, the characters change and the way the story is told changes. I can only expect the same thing to happen through the dances; developing, morphing, changing with movements and time. Alongside many other people, I was very surprised to see that bagpipes were used for the music. Not only is it known to be attached to the Scottish culture, many people use it as a stereotype when thinking about Scottish history and culture. So its awesome to see how diverse the instrument can be over different cultures.

https://www.speakinglatino.com/musical-instruments-used-puerto-rican-parrandas/

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I am someone who loves traditions. I think they are very important for me and my family and love when I get to see others traditions being passed down as well. After watching the traditional dances of Zamora I could only think about how these dances have been passed down to them. From the music to the moves and even the costume they were all passed down to generations making these dances very authentic to the culture. I also love that there are several different dances that have been passed down. All of these dances meaning different things and are for different occasions. One thing that I was particulate impressed with was the clothing that they wear and all of the different type of materials that are use to construct these garments. With all of the colors that are represented and the textures really help make the movements more propionate and the dancing all around more interesting ultimately making to more enjoyable.

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Though traditional dance in Spain summons up iconic images of flamenco, there are many variations widespread across the country. From the gypsy communities of the south, to the Celtic heritage of Galicia in the north, the rich and diverse culture of Spain is perfectly captured by these 10 traditional Spainish dances.

The origins of the are not entirely traceable - some believe they date back to ancient Roman times - but most agree that by the 19th century the dance was widespread in the Catalan regions of Empordà, Roselló and Garrotxa. The dance is performed by a circle of alternating men and women who hold hands and dance in rhythm to a live band called a cobla. It's a popular group dance which is performed at celebrations and public gatherings and has become a symbol of Catalan identity.

Undoubtedly one of the most famous cultural exports from Spain, flamenco is in fact so much more than just a dance: it's an art form recognised as part of the Masterpieces of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. It emerged among the gypsy communities of Andalusia and is performed by a mixture of singing, guitar playing, dancing, finger snapping and hand clapping.

A dance found in the north-western region of Galicia, the muiñeira is an example of the Celtic influence on the local culture in this part of the world. One of the most obvious parallels with Celtic music is the use of a type of bagpipe known as a gaita to perform the accompanying music. There are regional types of muiñeira, including muiñeira de Chantada.

One of the more famous Spanish dances, the paso doble is a fast-paced dance based on the rhythm and movement of a bullfight. It was also used in the Spanish infantry to set the speed of march, as well as in 18th-century comedies, although its origins are in fact French. As a ballroom dance it is usually performed in pairs, one man and one woman, with the former said to represent the matador - or bullfighter.

The bolero is a type of dance found in both Cuba and Spain - although both have distinct origins. The Spanish bolero is said to have emerged in Spain in the 18th century as a result of the blending of two existing dances, the Sevillana and the c ontradanza. The dance is of moderate pace and is accompanied by guitar music and castanets, and is usually performed either by a soloist or by a couple. Although the dance has fallen somewhat out of fashion, it remains significant in the history of Spanish dance.

The fandango -a name most people will have heard of - is a fast-paced dance performed in couples and shows similarities to the bolero. It is traditionally accompanied by guitar, hand clapping and castanets, making it a festive, lively performance - especially the shorter dances known as fandanguillos.

The zambra is often qualified as a type of flamenco which emerged from around the city of Granada in Andalusia where it was historically performed at weddings. Unlike flamenco, it is danced barefoot and has many similarities with Arabian belly dancing - with which it shares common ancestry - and the dancer usually reveals her stomach by tying her blouse beneath her chest.

The jota is a dance which exists in distinct forms in many of the regions of Spain, including Aragon, Valencia, Catalonia and Galicia, where in each case it reflects the local culture and history. One of the best known is the Aragonese jota, which dates back to the 18th century and was particularly fashionable in the 19th century. In its purest form, the dance is particularly complex, involving rapid foot movements and small jumps.

As the name indicates, the Sevillana is a type of folk music and dance which originates in the southern Spanish city of Seville and shares similarities with the other main Andalusian dance: flamenco. However, Sevillanas are less formal and less physically demanding than flamenco, meaning they can be performed by people of all ages and sexes, which has made them particularly popular at festivals in southern Spain.

Not exclusively a dance, the zarzuela is more a popular form of lyrical performance featuring song and dance. Dating back to the 17th century, the dance was later popularised in the 19th century thanks in part to the work of Francisco Barbieri and the Zarzuela Theatre in Madrid. After falling out of favour during the Spanish Civil War, it was revived during the 1950s and 60s, and continues to be performed in theatres across the country today.

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When going over the learning materials for this week, I enjoyed watching the videos of the dances. The typical dances of Zamora had a unique essence that represented their culture. I was mostly intrigued by the clothing for the dances. Personally, one of the things I found most interesting in the difference of cultures was the traditional clothing. The patterns are complex and detailed from the embroidery. I have sewing as a hobby thus, I can discern how much time, effort, and patience needed to create those patterns. I tried embroidering before and it takes up a lot of time. I appreciate the dedication they have in creating beautiful pieces. Also, I was suprised to learn that bagpipes were played in Spain. I always had an image and relation of Scotland and bagpipes thus, it was insightful and it changed my views.
I had found a link that shows 42 sets of clothing from different Spanish regions. https://www.accioncultural.es/en/icons_of_style_look_at_traditional_clothing

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The music and dancing in Spain videos were very interesting. I had never stopped to think about how they differed in that aspect to us. The dances they were doing were unique and the costumes they were wearing were very cool. The bagpipes were surprising to me i feel like that is an instrument i often forget even exists. It is also interesting how different areas in Zamora vary with their styles and presentation of the music. The dancing seemed like a tradition that people get exposed to and expected to participate at a young age in Zamora which I thought was awesome. Its always fun to learn about the different traditions that a culture has because they are all so unique. These videos made me wonder what the most popular music in Spain was. I found a link that gives a list of the top 10 genres in the country.

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Spanish music dominates the nation's festivals and celebrations. From flamboyant flamenco to alternative rock, the country's diverse regions produce and enjoy widely different sounds. Here's the Culture Trip guide to the most popular music in Spain.

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When you think of Spanish music, one of the first images that might pop into your head is of a Spanish guitarist strumming away in Andalusia, home of flamenco, or in Catalonia, where the modern guitar was invented. Spanish classical guitar was taken to new heights by the likes of Carlos Montoyo, Manuel de Falla, Joaquín Rodrigo and Narciso Yepes, and many credit Andrés Segovia with establishing classical guitar as a genre.

Macarena, anyone? Pop music is just as big in Spain as anywhere else. Although much of what you'll hear in bars and clubs is American and British, Spain has plenty of home-grown talent, too. Spanish bands are famous for producing some of the catchiest pop songs around, from Los Del Rio and their 90s hit Macarena (which you can still expect to hear pretty often in Spanish clubs) to David Bisbal, and more recently, the likes of Aitana, who rose to fame on the television talent competition, Operación Triunfo.

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Indie rock is huge in Spain, with indie legends such as Los Planetas credited with the genre's explosion in popularity here. More recently, local bands making waves in Spain and worldwide include the quirky Pony Bravo and Fuel Fandango, who incorporate everything from rock to flamenco in their sound.

Back in the day (the mid-1980s, to be precise) Valencia was the Spanish capital of hedonism, a kind of clubbing mecca years before anyone knew about Ibiza. A lot of the clubs played a kind of music called bacalao; meaning "cod" in Spanish, the word comes from slang used by Valencian DJs to describe good music imported from abroad in the mid-1980s (anything from New Order to Sisters of Mercy.) Today you can still find one or two clubs in Valencia with a history going back to that time, and the city remains a great place to party.

Jazz music has a huge following in Spain, with every city boasting a couple of excellent jazz bars putting on shows from local and international artists. Jazz festivals are held all around Spain in summer, from Barcelona to San Sebastián.

Spain's cities are home to some incredible world-class classical concert venues. Major concerts in Madrid are held at the magnificent Auditorio Nacional de Música, home of the Spanish national orchestra. In Barcelona, you can catch big names in concert at the eccentric art nouveau Palau de la Música, while Valencia's own Palau de la Música also puts on a full programme of events featuring local and national performers. In all three cities (and others throughout Spain) numerous open-air concerts also take place in parks and gardens in summer.

More traditional styles of music are still thriving in Spain today. One of them is jota, which blends the guitar, castanets, tambourines and sometimes the flute. The style, popular across Spain, is said to originate in Aragon, and you can now see considerable variations from one region to another.

Another traditional form of music, zarzuela is a sort of popular opera which began as a kind of court entertainment at the Palacio de la Zarzuela, near Madrid. This expressive art form was suppressed under Franco in his efforts to make Spanish culture uniform across all regions, but after his death the form became incredibly popular, especially with the younger generation, and today you can hear it on mainstream TV and radio.

Gregorian chant

Believe it or not, one of the biggest national and international hits to come out of Spain in the past decade was an album of Gregorian chant released by the Benedictine monks of Santo Domingo de Silos, near Burgos. Their hit album Las Mejores Obras del Canto Gregoriano topped charts around the world, and sold more than five million copies. In Spain, they're a household name.

Perhaps Spain's most famous musical style is flamenco, which has helped to make the southern region of Andalusia the cultural phenomenon it is today. Today, the style is experiencing a revival. It may be best known for the famously passionate dancing and the colourful dresses worn by performers, but flamenco can also be performed without dance. It always features the cante jondo (deep song) of the gitanos (gypsies) of Andalusia. Paco de Lucia is one of the best internationally known flamenco guitarists.

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I was so surprised to hear that they use bagpipes in Spain! Bagpipes are something that have been patented as Scottish, I completely forgot other cultures also use them. I'm curious if the use of Bagpipes in central to Zamora, or other parts of Spain use them as well. I also loved the beautiful costumes the women were wearing in the first video. When I was in Barcelona I stubbled across something that looked very similar, including the costumes. I think it's incredibly special that people continue to carry on traditions on their own. The United States is such a "young" country compared to Spain, I'm always amazing to see old traditions celebrated.

I did some research into bagpipes in other European countries, and found that they are also used in Serbia.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lq2rM7S7Yt8

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I think that the costumes are beautiful. They look to be sparkled out and everyone is wearing the same thing. Also it seems that they usually are in partners when dancing. I wonder if this is a cultural thing or something that they chose and we were just only shown group dancing. I think the thing that surprised me the most was that they were in partners and not dancing individually or in a full group setting. I found the bagpipes to be very interesting. I have always found that instrument so fascinating and so confusing at the same time. Both based off of how people play it. I can barely play piano and I know bagpipes are ten times harder than that. The dances I also seemed fun. It looked like the people that were dancing were enjoying themselves but also the crowd watching. I think dance can be universal and is a way for all types of people to come together and have one thing in common. And language doesn't play a factor into it.
I found a link to Pinterest showing what typical Zamora regional costumes look like. Enjoy!     https://www.pinterest.com/pin/493566440404219802

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I enjoyed the videos of the typical dance in Zamora. The dance and music in Zamora were really interesting to me. I thought Spain traditional dance and clothes were Flamengo and the red dress. However, the Zamora typical dance and clothes are very different. The first thing that caught my eyes were the traditional clothes. The patterns and colors of costumes are beautiful and interesting. The first video’s (group Dona Urraca) dancers are wearing the same dress, but the second video (Grupo Don Sancho) dancers are wearing different designs, and the couples match their dress. The one thing I was surprised was Spanish Bagpipes. I thought the bagpipes existed in Scotland. I didn’t know Spain also uses bagpipes as a traditional instrument.
I wanted to learn more about Aliste, so I found a blog which is Aliste information. It is in Spanish but Chrome can change the page language!

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The first thing that got my attention was clothing. The patterns on the clothes were so interesting, and I love it that on the fashion show the designer used embroidery. I could tell it takes hours maybe days to sew those clothes. I like the fact that even kids were participating in the festival. This way kids can learn about Zamora culture from childhood.

It is very interesting that every region in Zamora have their own outfit and dance and even they have unique music. Spanish bagpipes are my favorites. I watched a few historical movies about Europe, and they had an instrument that sounds like Spanish bagpipes. I noticed Group Doña Urraca started their dance before sunset, and they were dancing till it got dark. Also, I like that for Fiestas de las Águedas, they celebrate for one week. I think these kinds of festivals can help society to be happy. Also, it encourages young adults to continue this tradition and pass it on to the next generation.

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I really enjoyed the videos of the dancing and the music that went along with it. For the first video (on the raised stage), I loved the clothing and I found it interesting that the women's dresses were varied but the men were all the same. As I watched more, I also noticed that the men and women hardly ever touch each other during the dances. During my research, I found a small piece on the Easter week celebrations in Zamora. It talks about the different processions and their meaning. I have not had the pleasure of seeing traditional dances, festivals or processions of any culture, so seeing these and hearing the music was a wonderful experience. My favorite video was called Grupo Don Sancho. The dancers were so happy and involved with one another. I could really see the enjoyment that they felt while dancing and I was jealous of the culture and tradition that they enjoy.

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Semana Santa: festivals and celebrations in Zamora, Spain

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Spanish festivals. Semana Santa. Celebrations in Zamora Castile and Leon. Festivals in spain, spanish events, entertainment in spain, spain attractions.

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Please view and read this Adobe page that I made with descriptions, photos and videos of traditional outfits, dances and music in Zamora.