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Flamenco artist Patricia Ibanez Romero and her ensemble will bring "Zambomba," the traditional year-end celebration of Spain’s Jerez de la Frontera, to Istanbul on Dec. 12.
Born in Jerez—one of the flamenco capitals of Spain’s southern Andalusia region—the long-established tradition marks the end of the year with song, rhythm, and dance. Now, the festive tradition is making its way to Istanbul.
Organized by Viaje Cultura, the "Zambomba Flamenca" show will take place at the Caddebostan Cultural Center.
The name originates from a traditional percussion instrument: the zambomba, a drum-like instrument made from a clay or wooden pot covered with a tight membrane, which is especially popular during Christmastime in Andalusia.
Performers play the zambomba while singing flamenco carols known as villancicos de zambomba, which blend Christmas stories with a distinct Andalusian flair.
Romero, who is visiting Istanbul for the fourth time, will bring both the festive joy of Jerez’s year-end celebrations and the deep roots of flamenco to the stage. Combining music, dance, and a shared culture of celebration, the performance will feature guitarist Luis Amador and vocalist Sebastian Sanchez alongside her.
The event will also recreate the atmosphere of the Andalusian nights that inspired "Endulust'e Raks" (Dance in Andalusia), a famous poem by Yahya Kemal Beyatli, one of the masters of Turkish literature, offering Istanbul audiences a rich taste of Jerez’s musical heritage.
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