Concha

Two parallel universes have collided - Sarah and Andrea have arrived in my alternate universe. I know all of you exist out there, but it didn't really seem possible that your world could cross over with this one that I've gone to.

New studio close by. Not sure about it, except it's closer.

Saw Concha Vargas give a class. Awestruck. To absorb some of her "flamencura" would change me. three of my bums would fit into her waistline. she is about 60, I think. She is well respected in the world of flamenco. Look her up on Youtube. A gitana, I believe. She has the air about her - complete lack of fear and self-consciousness. When she sings or dances, you feel and can see a different sort of energy happening than most of us have. She grabs her shirt and flips it up - this is a traditional move and normally done with a skirt, but when that is lacking, a shirt will do; men included (or sports jacket). Her belly and even bra are exposed sometimes. You cannot show me anyone with more dignity, strangely. She holds a cigarette in the other hand, does a lightening quick turn. I don't think I have ever heard palmas like this. (That means clapping). They have a solidity and regularity that just sound different from others.

Going to practice now.