Carmen Amaya
Carmen Amaya (2 November 1918 – 19 November 1963) was a Spanish Romani flamenco dancer and singer, born in the Somorrostro district of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.
She is often hailed as "the greatest Flamenco dancer ever" and "the most extraordinary personality of all time in flamenco dance." She was the first female flamenco dancer to master footwork previously reserved for the best male dancer…
Artist details
- Type
- Person
- Area
- Spain
- Born
- November 2nd, 1918
- Died
- November 19th, 1963
- Labels
- Le Chant du Monde