On September 11, 2024, Benito García · Al Andalus closed the first day in the group ensemble category. Their soleá por bulerías brought together shared rehearsals, mutual trust, and chairs the members repainted and decorated themselves.
Sevillanas, guajira, garrotín and teacher Kurosu’s alegrías brought flamenco to the morning, with support from teacher Beni and the students who came to cheer.
Beni, Hideko, and the Al Andalus Dance Company brought group dances and solos together at Esperanza in Kōenji. Tazuko and Kumiko share how the performance moved them.