Villancicos are essentially flamenco Christmas Carols. Sometimes they are accompanied by a zambomba, a drum like instrument that has a stick inserted through the skin. The stick is moved up and down to create a rhythmical sound.
Watch this video for a full hour of flamenco holiday cheer!
More resources for you to enjoy:
- Read about zambomas and villancicos (with pictures!)
- Listen to examples of villancicos (music!)
- Villancicos por Bulerías (a popurrí video on-stage!)
