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  The phonograph

1905 Edison phonograph
 
At the end of the 14th century, everything becomes clearer. The invention by Thomas Edison of the phonograph has a great impact on flamenco. With the intention of internationally promoting the machine, native music from many parts of the world is then recorded, amongst which, flamenco is included. The first recordings were made in Cadiz and Seville, both in quality and quantity. The daily "El Noticiero Sevillano" tells about the first recording dated the 22nd of November 1895. Juan Breva was amongst the first singers (cantaores) to leave a testimony of his cante in wax cylinders. Antonio Chacón, Cagancho, Niño de Cabra, Paca Aguilera, Revuelta, Paco el de Montilla or El Mochuelo also recorded this way.

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'Cilindros de cera'
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El Mochuelo
Voces históricas del flamenco. 1868-1937'

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