The Flamenco Guitar Podcast

The Flamenco Guitar Podcast

Author: Ben Stubbs Language: English Episodes: 50
Ben Stubbs has spent years not just playing flamenco guitar but teaching it, and that experience shapes every conversation on The Flamenco Guitar Podcast. Here, the focus is on the journey behind the music-the specific techniques, the historical context, and the personal discipline that transforms practice into passion. You'll hear detailed discussions on everything from the precise mechanics of rasgueado and alzapúa to the emotional weight of different palos, all explained in a way that is accessible whether you're holding a guitar for the first time or have been studying for years. This isn't a series of dry lectures; it's a deep, practical exploration fueled by Ben's dedication as an educator. Each episode feels like a focused session, breaking down complex ideas into actionable steps while always honoring the soul and tradition of flamenco. Tune in for a genuine learning experience that goes far beyond simple tablature, offering a real sense of guidance and community for anyone drawn to this powerful art form. The podcast serves as a natural extension of Ben's teaching philosophy, making the intricate world of flamenco guitar feel approachable and deeply rewarding.
Episodes
"Entre Dos Aguas" Strumming Pattern Techniques [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:49
If you've ever tried to play the rumba on the flamenco guitar, you've probably realized that no matter how you choose to play the rhythm, there's a particular pattern that repeats itself every bar. Through your own exper…
A Beautiful, Romantic, & Slow RUMBA [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:05
The rumba is a delightful rhythm to explore when initially learning flamenco guitar. As you may have already noticed, there are various variations of the rumba, including different strumming patterns. Honestly, it can be…
Falesta for Soleares [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 6:51
☎️Book a FREE Call w/ Me: https://bit.ly/2VgD0Df 🎸TABs 🎼 + Backing Tracks for this lesson: https://www.FlamencoGuitarClub.com 🔥My Flamenco Arpeggios Mini-Course: https://www.LearnTheFlamencoguitar.com ________ Welcome to…
Festival Flamenco Albuquerque 2023 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:46
I'm joined today by Mario Febres and Annie D'Orazio with the National Institute of Flamenco. Annie and Mario are here sharing important information about the Festival Flamenco Albuquerque in New Mexico, taking place June…
Twelve Rasgueados: [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:33
👉🎸TABs 🎼 for this lesson: https://www.Patreon.com/Flamenco4U 👉FREE Flamenco Guitar MiniCourse: https://LearnTheFlamencoguitar.com One strumming hand. Five fingers. So many possibilities for rasgueos, right? Here, in this…
How to Play Farruca [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:02
Although most flamenco palos originated from the Southern portion of Spain in Andalusia, there are some exceptions. The palo (flamenco style) of Farruca is from in the northern region of Spain in Asturias, and was adapte…
How to Play Rumba on the Flamenco Guitar w/ Ben Stubbs (2021) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:59
☎️Book a FREE Call w/ Me: https://bit.ly/2VgD0Df 🎸TABs 🎼 + Backing Tracks for this lesson: https://www.FlamencoGuitarClub.com 🔥My Flamenco Arpeggios Mini-Course: https://www.LearnTheFlamencoguitar.com ________ I've made…