Catalan flamenco singer Miguel Poveda, a five-time Grammy nominee, embarks on a musical journey with acclaimed Spanish flamenco guitarist Jesús Guerrero. Together, they bring to life the evocative verses of Federico García Lorca’s Poema del cante jondo.
This seminal work by Lorca explores his deep connection to flamenco and Andalusian folk traditions. “Cante jondo,” often described as the most profound and soul-stirring form of flamenco, is central to both Lorca’s poetry and the roots of flamenco music itself.
In Poema del cante jondo, Lorca delves into the historical, social, and cultural dimensions of flamenco, presenting it as both a celebration of Spanish identity and an existential exploration of human emotion through music.
The 2024 album Poema del Cante Jondo by Poveda and Guerrero revisits these flamenco roots, blending Lorca’s poetry with the expressive artistry of voice and guitar. The emotional depth of cante jondo is woven together with Lorca’s reflections on the essence of flamenco, creating a performance that is both timeless and profound.
Joining Poveda and Guerrero on Fasching’s stage are two more flamenco powerhouses: the extraordinary percussionist Paquito González and the phenomenal flamenco dancer Sonia Poveda. AY!
Miguel Poveda – vocals
Jesús Guerrero – guitar
Paquito González – percussion
Sonia Poveda – dance
