Manitas Plata

Background

Ricardo Baliardo was born in a gypsy caravan in Sète in southern France.

Achievements

• Despite achieving worldwide fame, he was known for disrespecting certain rhythmic rules (compás) that are traditional in flamenco. He became famous by playing each year at the Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer gypsy pilgrimage in Camargue, where he was recorded live by Deben Bhattacharya.

Works

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• book

  • Manitas de Plata: Flamenco Guitar