Sevillanas

Sevillanas (Spanish pronunciation: [seβiˈʝanas]) are a type of folk music and dance of Sevilla and its region.

They were derived from the Seguidilla, an old Castilian folk music and dance genre.

Sevillanas are danced by couples of all ages and sexes during celebrations (fiestas or ferias), often by whole families and towns.

This is why those intending to dance flamenco usually start by learning sevillanas; they are easier to master and there are more occasions for practice and training.

During festivals and shows, it is often the Sevillana dancing visitors to Andalusia mistakenly take as Flamenco, as it is a vivid style, full of turns.