Ria Ria Pi Ta LEVEL ONE
About Course
Ria Ria Pi Ta is a structured online e-course of practical classes devoted to playing the Spanish Castanets, by Deanna Blacher.
On 3 levels, from complete beginners to advanced professional standards, the levels can be acquired individually or together in any combination.
Tried and tested over many years, these studies are sure to have beginners playing in record time.
More seasoned artists will rapidly improve their speed, control and dexterity.
Course One:
An introduction explaining the origins of the castanets.
20 plus exercises designed to :
1. How to put the castanets on.
The importance of slip knots and their correct tension on the thumb
2. The correct position of the hands and arms.
The importance of wrist control.
3. Warming the castanets as well as the fingers.
4. Single finger exercises for strength and control
5. Introducing Some Flamenco rhythms.
e.g. Algeria’s Bulerias and Siguiriyas.
5. The carretilla . Detailed exercises for clarity and control
Founder, Instituto de la Danza Espanola (IDE)
Member, International Dance Council
Conseil International de la Dance (CID)
Course Content
Ria Ria Pi Ta Introduction Level 1
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Ria Ria Pi Ta LEVEL ONE
A Warm Welcome
Imagine Your Castanet Journey
Castanets
Part Two.
The Caretilla
Conclusion of Level One
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