Guajiras (Flamenco)
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Guajira (Flamenco) is a palo based on the Cuban Punto Guajira Cubana.[1] It is in 12 beats and feels like it starts on 12. The guajira is a prime example of so-called cantes de ida y vuelta.[2][3] The flamenco guajira is the adaptation to Melos flamenco of the Cuban point, the peasant point, a genre that brings together a series of songs called Guajiros that are grown in the rural areas of the island of Cuba.[3] A guajira is simply a song for voice and guitar with a series of similar letras.
The guajira is traditionally danced. The dancer will often use a large Spanish fan. The fan is twirled and otherwise manipulated throughout the dance, adding an elegant and flirtatious air.[4][5]