Fandango
Lively Andalusian couple dance — flirtatious, guitar and castanets, influenced flamenco. Originated in Andalusia, Spain · 18th c.. Typically danced around 150-200 BPM (fast).
About Fandango
- Folk & Traditional
- Andalusia, Spain
- 18th c.
- 150-200 BPM (Fast)
- Partner
- Intermediate
Lively couple dance; flirtatious; triple meter; guitar, castanets, palmas; spread throughout Spain and influenced flamenco.
What to expect: Danced at Andalusian and Spanish folk festivals and cultural events. Related to flamenco tradition. Found at Spanish diaspora events and flamenco schools that teach folk forms alongside stage flamenco.
Where to find Fandango events
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Going for the first time
Folk and traditional dance nights vary widely — Scandinavian, English country, square dance, contra. Most are caller-led so you're walked through every figure in real time. No partner needed; the format rotates everyone through the set.
Listen for the caller. Thank your partner and the band. If live music is playing, applaud between tunes.