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minordjango

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a little travel to Spain fun etc

i just checked out some really cheap flights to Spain.

im going to treat myself a week to 10 days, id love to get some lessons focusing just on compass, and see some sites, and enjoy a spot of food and maybe a performance or jam and see some guitar builders.

only thing must be real cheap , i mean 15Euro a night some where (even on a floor) , and one done the same and recommendations , i know i must see the Alhambra, and have a lesson or 4 (but super cheap.

im thinking Cadiz /helva/granada ish.?

any contacts of teachers would be cool or places to go on the Cheap!

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Feb. 6 2010 15:54:40

Arash

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From: Iran (living in Germany)

RE: a little travel to Spain fun etc (in reply to minordjango)

if you want to visit Alhambra, make reservation of ticket in advance. even before you go to spain.
i remember that i had to do this, otherwise no chance to be let inside.
i don't know if that was a special time (it was August/September).
maybe now it is different, but ask.

right on your way walking to Alhambra, there is also the workshop of Bellido (hmm, but i think he retired? i am not sure).

Cordoba is also good (Mezquita!)

And Sevilla (Bull Fights

) and many other nice things there

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Feb. 6 2010 16:02:18

minordjango

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RE: a little travel to Spain fun etc (in reply to minordjango)

i should be specific,

if you folks had 8-12 days in sth part of spain , what would ya do.

im up for seeing one big gig if possible (any one know of any decent "whats on gui
ds ".
im flexible on place i.e Granada / Cadiz/ etc, travel around .
anyone know the absolutely cheapest place to stay ?

anyone know any teachers that are willing to teach a few lessons?? i mean not learning falsetas just work on compas,

if anyone is around after the 20th and wants to catch up for a few drinks , play, anything let me know .

what are some other things people would do in that short time ?

cheers again all, relise its not a lonely panet travel thang! but not to hear peoples must do, im silently excited, hope to hear some flamenco and get inspiration

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Feb. 7 2010 12:35:52

Kate

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From: Living in Granada, Andalucía

RE: a little travel to Spain fun etc (in reply to minordjango)

Let us know what dates you book your flights for and I will post any big gigs I hear about. But really you will know already I'm sure that the best 'gigs' just happen and you just happen to be there in some intimate smokey bar, you just have to hang out and see what happens.

For cheap accomodation check out couch surfing ! Or look for hostels, you will end up sharing a room with 10 others on bunk beds. I once got a room in Madrid for 6 euros a night, fine if you dont get claustrophobia . It was really a cupboard !!!!

Its possible to travel round Andalucia and see most of the cities on the bus in a relatively short time. Our first visit ever was only 10 days and we got to see Sevilla, Cordoba, Granada and Malaga as well as chill out on the beach. Be flexible and stay where you find the right thing happening for you.

keep us posted

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Feb. 7 2010 13:41:45

minordjango

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RE: a little travel to Spain fun etc (in reply to minordjango)

got the accommodation sorted and some compas classes and guitar lessons in a group in Granada.

what do folk think is the best way to prepare for such a class, i.e what dance forms, my compas has made me quit guitar once every month so i wont to get it write !.

id love to be able to get through bulerias and fandangos de heulva after 2 weeks in spain, even if im just playing marked chords and can hear /understand the compas.

anyone have any must see go to Tapas bars, or juerga type situations , or even kow of any Fine teachers that would give a one or two off lesson, forcusing on the above dance forms??

any must eat places to expierence must eat local foods ?

anyideas by any one wouyld be really great.

also anyon living around Andalusia, if u want to meet up , beer chat music and life , id love that also.

cheers for any advice my dates.

26feb to 19 march.

was toying with going to Marrakesh for a while not sure if its worth it , Andalusia will be awesome.

look forward to some hints and tips

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Feb. 14 2010 23:44:59

kozz

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From: Eindhoven NL

RE: a little travel to Spain fun etc (in reply to minordjango)

quote:

what do folk think is the best way to prepare for such a class, i.e what dance forms, my compas has made me quit guitar once every month so i wont to get it write !.

id love to be able to get through bulerias and fandangos de heulva after 2 weeks in spain, even if im just playing marked chords and can hear /understand the compas.

Hee MD, great that you managed your trip to spain, you'll love it!
About the compass my friend....try to study it in small pieces, and do that everyday or so.
Do not switch to alegrias, fandangos, bulerias, tangos, seguiriyas, verdiales all in one day...(I know you a little my friend

)....
It needs serious attention....I have problems with it myselves...(like you the concentration disorder)...but ban every distraction out and try for 20 minutes, than have a break.....it'll pay out even more quickly than you think.

Enjoy your trip to Spain!

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Feb. 15 2010 3:00:37

minordjango

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RE: a little travel to Spain fun etc (in reply to minordjango)

thanks amigo yeah thats it , i have like 1000 books and papers everywhere here, BURN them all unless they say bulerias compass ! and FDH of course ill kepp it simple.

yep its gonna be cool a lot of well deserved fun

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Feb. 15 2010 3:29:11

xirdneH_imiJ

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From: Budapest, now in Southampton

RE: a little travel to Spain fun etc (in reply to Arash)

actually having to reserve tickets to the Alhambra is a myth, you can get tickets for the same day if you go into one of the banks that provide this service, they reserve the ticket for you and just get your tickets on the spot...the price is the same, and you can watch the other long line while you're smiling...i'm not sure about the exact process unfortunately because my then girlfriend who had been living there for months did this...but surely someone who lives in Granada knows what to do exactly...

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Feb. 15 2010 3:37:45

Kate

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From: Living in Granada, Andalucía

RE: a little travel to Spain fun etc (in reply to xirdneH_imiJ)

quote:

ORIGINAL: xirdneH_imiJ
but surely someone who lives in Granada knows what to do exactly...

Those of us who live here rarely go to the Alhambra these days. The locals used to be able to get in free every Sunday but that has stopped. Then we used to just slip in the back entrance and avoid paying but I bet that is well covered by security these days

Also noticed recently the entrance fee has gone from 7 euros to 21 euros !!! You used to buy a ticket and it worked for 2 whole days, now you get half an hour in the Nazarine. if you get caught after your time has expired you have to buy another ticket !! So no wonder we dont go !!

But yes you can buy tickets via the cashpoints, not that I have done this for Alhambra I have done it for tickets for the Jerez Festival.

Also 30 % of tickets are kept back to be sold on the day, you just have to get up early and queue.

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Feb. 15 2010 6:30:16

minordjango

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RE: a little travel to Spain fun etc (in reply to minordjango)

hi folks ,
21 euro does that included meals and accommodation !! flipen egg shells

any one know about some local players whod bee keen to sit back and teach a lesson or two,

looks like early mornings for me

thats just not right

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Feb. 15 2010 9:14:22

Kate

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From: Living in Granada, Andalucía

RE: a little travel to Spain fun etc (in reply to minordjango)

quote:

ORIGINAL: minordjango
was toying with going to Marrakesh for a while not sure if its worth it , Andalusia will be awesome.

So you got booked into Granada, well we will have to meet up. Pimiento and I am sure can manage a local menu del día with you and give you the low down though I will be in Jerez when you get here and will only be back in Granada a few days before I am off to Wales for a week so I wont have much time I'm afraid. Still Granada it is easy to make friends.

You will find it cheaper to go Marrakesh direct from London on easy jet I think. From Andalucia the ferry is expensive and then train to Marrakesh. Also takes a chunk out of your Andalucia time even though Marrakesh is amazing I'd do it as a seperate thing. From Granada you can do cheap bus to Sevilla and Cordoba which would be as good if you have not been there.

Places to hang out, well you will soon discover the Sacromonte and the bars there where you can hang out late and catch the locals like Juan Habichuela Nieto playing in his dad's bar or Pepe Luis in his bar. Local food is free with a beer so you just bar hop with your group and you'll probably end up trying everything.

You are going to have fun ! You can PM me and I'll send my mobile number.

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Feb. 15 2010 11:29:02

minordjango

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RE: a little travel to Spain fun etc (in reply to minordjango)

quote:

chunk out of your Andalusia time even though Marrakesh

Kate really appreciate your message and info, gosh i cant sleep, i will go to new zeland soon after , so i thought about Marrakesh ! being close.........well more so than NZ.

and then OZ

they are not going to dig what i say as i speak now with a Yorkshire accent !.

i will articulate my plans a little more and PM you , i cant wait to see you guys, i hope i run the risk of playing some music after the Holiday

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Feb. 15 2010 14:43:27

minordjango

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RE: a little travel to Spain fun etc (in reply to minordjango)

Juan Habichuela Nieto playing in his dad's bar or Pepe Luis in his bar.
anyone have address for these bars and more !

are the above in the old town of Granada ?

seeking some earthy flamenco , good to have options !.

didnt hear of any local plays up for giving a lesson or 2 , or any one must see.
cheers

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Feb. 27 2010 5:37:52

minordjango

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RE: a little travel to Spain fun etc (in reply to minordjango)

WOW as they say (not sur who but anyway

had a great time in Spain , from Malaga - jerez , ronda- cadiz, cordoba and most time in Granada.

i missed out on seeing Kate (Who i want to thank for sending so much info, and Anders (When i have money ill pop in!, try ur guitars whne i can play !

I was so chocka block with concerts to go to and one of guitar lessons and Spanish lessons i didn't know if i was Arthur or Martha!.

Jerez and malaga i just remeber jammin' with a polish dude and some local gypsy lads,(blues jam blues polish jam ? mm anyway.

just wanted to thank everyone for advice.

i was so inspired there were so many gigs tango and jazz and flamenco festival were happening , the local players were amazing, i mean not just Guitar players but all folk involved

so inspirational, im just going to strum Bb to A in compas now , falsetas can go out the window.

heard and saw a lot of the local players playing the media luna condes , about 3 lads , and a beautiful guitar i heard i had such a dark tone , was a m. bellido.

anyway excitement plus.

posses the question if you havent been to Granada get there! it rules

peace and inspirational moments.
now reality metronome on 60 and reality hits !

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Mar. 22 2010 11:03:00

HolyEvil

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RE: a little travel to Spain fun etc (in reply to minordjango)

quote:

ORIGINAL: minordjango

peace and inspirational moments.
now reality metronome on 60 and reality hits !

glad you had fun.. were u able to bring a video recorder?

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Mar. 22 2010 13:58:04

Kate

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RE: a little travel to Spain fun etc (in reply to minordjango)

Glad You enjoyed Granada, sorry not to meet up. I was in Jerez for festival while Harold was working there then went to Cardiff while Harold went to Barcelona and La Linea doing shows. ALso I got a new phone which does not work so was not getting any calls as they were still going through to my old phone stuck in a drawer at home.

So who did you see play, who did you meet, tell us about your teachers at the school. Any photos ???

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REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Mar. 22 2010 23:34:54