How To Feel The Compás Part 1 - Flamenco Guitar Tutorial by Kai Narezo

Learn how to really feel the compás in part 1 of this flamenco guitar tutorial by Kai Narezo. This tutorial is for flamenco guitar players who understand how the compás of Soleá works, but are having a hard time actually feeling it and getting it in their bones. First we look at how to hear the compás when working with compás apps or loops, then we look at games and exercises to get you really feel how the compás flows, both with and without the guitar. The compás loop we use most in this video (90bpm) can be found here - https://flamencoexplained.com/compas-... 0:00 - Intro 1:30 - Downbeat or no downbeat 2:32 - Practice getting to 3 (palmas) 4:57 - Getting to 3 on the guitar 5:40 - Just listen to the rest of the compás 6:25 - 7,8,9,10 vs 6,8,10 8:12 - Listen, feel and lock in 9:22 - Passive Listening 10:19 - Starting on 12 12:09 - Try it faster (could actually be easier!) 14:00 - It’s not about being good at Palmas 14:19 - How does it connect to the guitar? 15:54 - Playing the 3 with compás 16:57 - Add in the 10,11,12 20:43 - Add syncopation 23:38 - A small but important detail & Right Hand figure 26:50 - Syncopation 27:19 - Practicing Anticipations 28:52 - Anticipation with a triplet 30:26 - Syncopating with 3+, etc… 31:56 - Integrating your 7,8,9,10 phrases 35:04 - Just hit 9 instead of 7,8,9,10 34:56 - Time to stop counting?? 35:36 - Feel the 6 that you don’t play 37:11 - And do it without loops 38:32 - What’s in Part 2? The guitar in this video is Kai’s 1969 Sobrinos de Domingo Esteso (Hermanos Conde) === Learn flamenco guitar online with a clear, structured approach. Flamenco Explained is an online flamenco guitar learning platform designed for people who are new to flamenco — from complete beginners to experienced guitarists — who want to understand rhythm, technique, and structure, not just copy videos. A clear, step-by-step way to learn flamenco guitar without feeling overwhelmed or intimidated. — WHAT IS FLAMENCO EXPLAINED Flamenco Explained is the most comprehensive flamenco guitar learning resource available in English, with 900+ in-depth video lessons covering technique, rhythm (compás), styles (palos), falsetas, and guided learning paths. Flamenco can be taught, learned, and understood. Instead of relying on mystique or rote imitation, Flamenco Explained focuses on clarity, structure, and musical understanding — so you know what you’re playing and why. A STRUCTURED PATH OR DEEP EXPLORATION — YOUR CHOICE If you’re new to flamenco or want strong foundations, you can follow The Camino — a guided learning path that takes you step by step from fundamentals to complete flamenco guitar solos. If you already have experience, you can explore the library freely, including: • Technique breakdowns • Palos (flamenco forms) • Falsetas and solo material • Accompaniment for singers (cante) and dancers (baile) • Topics rarely explained elsewhere Lessons are clearly organized so you can study broadly or focus deeply on exactly what you need. — TRY FLAMENCO EXPLAINED — RISK FREE You can try Flamenco Explained with 14 days of full access, risk free. • 900+ high-quality video lessons • Downloadable notation and TABs • Multiple camera angles and HD video • Progress tracking • Supportive learning community 👉🏽 Start here: https://youcan.flamencoexplained.com/...