Celebrate the art of flamenco in this special episode honoring one of Spain’s most profound cultural traditions – featuring Montse Cortés, whose artistry and emotional depth have made her an essential figure in the art form.

Filmed on location at Madrid’s historic Teatro Magno, Cortés delivers a performance that blends the raw passion, rhythmic intensity, and expressive storytelling that define the flamenco genre. Her ability to channel both strength and vulnerability reflects the very essence of the art form – cante jondo – the “deep song” at the heart of flamenco’s emotional power.

Born in Barcelona to a family of Romani flamenco artists, Montse Cortés rose to prominence in the 1990s and became one of the most sought-after voices in Spain. She has collaborated with icons such as Paco de Lucía, Tomatito, and La Paquera de Jerez, earning recognition for her purity of tone, mastery of traditional palos (flamenco styles), and remarkable interpretive sensitivity. Her work bridges generations, preserving flamenco’s roots while expanding its expressive possibilities.

In this episode, viewers are invited to a rare and authentic flamenco experience from one of its most revered interpreters.

This episode is released in celebration of International Flamenco Day, in recognition of UNESCO’s designation of flamenco as an Intangible Cultural Heritage. With origins shaped by the intertwined experiences of Romani, Andalusian, Arab, and Jewish traditions, flamenco has evolved over centuries into a powerful mode of expression and a beloved Iberian cultural treasure.