Music in Spain: Introduction

When speaking to a non Spanish native and you ask “What do you imagine Spanish Music to be”?  The likely response from the majority would be “Flamenco”.  Of course they would be correct but as well as there being more than one form of Flamenco music, there is a plethora of other regional forms of folk involving other instruments including, as well as the guitar, the bagpipes and flutes. Spain has much more to offer in other genres including pop and rock. Some of course are versions of western commercial output but many have developed a style which has it’s own distinctive Spanish flavour.

There are many “middle of the road” artists that have broken into general European and American markets, such as, father and son Iglesias,  Ricky Martin, Los Bravos and (dare I mention?) Las Ketchup.  But there are so many more, that when you live in Spain, should be listened to. You could surprise yourself at the wealth and breadth of great music that is available.