The singer Aurora Vargas, guitarist Ricardo Miño and dancer Pepa Montes now have their footprints engraved in the Flamenco Walk of Mairena del Alcor, at an event with Mayor Juanma López.
The Flamenco Walk of Mairena del Alcor added three notable names from the history of flamenco this Saturday. The singer Aurora Vargas, guitarist Ricardo Miño, and dancer Pepa Montes unveiled their commemorative plaques, which join those of other figures who have enhanced this space.
The event was attended by the mayor, Juanma López, the acting councillor for Flamenco, Javier Rodríguez, members of the municipal corporation, representatives of the Peña Flamenca, and numerous locals and fans who did not want to miss the occasion.
During the inauguration, Juanma López thanked the artists for their contribution to local culture:
“For us, it is a pleasure to have you here with us and to have participated and collaborated in enhancing this walk, where for so many years the festival was held. From today, your name and your footprint will be engraved as a further sign of our gratitude to you in Mairena del Alcor.”
Javier Rodríguez highlighted the municipality's projection within flamenco and the fact that this recognition serves to preserve the memory of its protagonists:
“It is very beautiful to see so many artists here who have done and continue to do so much for the world of flamenco. Mairena continues to breathe flamenco, and this recognition immortalises the hands and feet of figures who have given so much to our town and attract personalities and fans from all over.”
The three honourees experienced the moment with emotion and reflected on their ties to the town. Aurora Vargas described the gesture as “a tribute” and recalled her roots:
“It is a tribute to have my little hands here and my name representing my father's Vargas lineage. It reflects my artistic journey. I feel proud and thank all the people who have made this possible.”
Pepa Montes, for her part, wanted to remember her family on such a significant day:
“Mairena is giving me so much. It has been many years since I was a girl, getting to know such a respectful audience. Having my feet engraved here is a great pride; I am thinking a lot about my father and mother, who I know would be happy and proud today.”
Ricardo Miño, one of the most experienced guitarists in flamenco, took the opportunity to evoke the origins of the town's festival:
“This takes me back to the 60s, when maestro Antonio Mairena would call us to come and speak with the mayor and prepare the festival. We cherish great memories of this land and the affection of its people. I am deeply grateful to the Town Hall, the mayor, and the Peña Flamenca.”
With this initiative, the Town Hall of Mairena del Alcor reinforces its commitment to preserving the flamenco legacy and recognising those who have carried the name of the municipality around the world while they are still alive. The plaques can now be visited in the Flamenco Walk, a space that each year gathers fans from different parts of Andalusia.
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