Juana la del Pipa, once known as the “Tina Turner” of Flamenco, for her strong legs and dynamic nature, is still turning on passionate performances at 68. The deep-voiced Gypsy…
Read moreFlamenco singer Juana la del Pipa on her Gypsy culture

Juana la del Pipa, once known as the “Tina Turner” of Flamenco, for her strong legs and dynamic nature, is still turning on passionate performances at 68. The deep-voiced Gypsy…
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