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Roberto Lorente, an essential voice in Madrid’s flamenco scene at Teatro Flamenco Madrid
A Madrid-born flamenco singer with deep flamenco roots, his career has taken him from the city’s most iconic tablaos to international stages, always remaining faithful to classical flamenco.
The name Roberto Lorente rings loud on the Madrid flamenco scene. He is a flamenco singer who has skilfully bridged traditional flamenco and present-day contemporary flamenco and who, today, is one of the most recognised voices in flamenco shows in Madrid. Born in the city, Lorente has forged an impeccable career from a young age, becoming a beacon for those seeking the purity and emotion of pure flamenco.
Roberto Lorente: first flamenco steps to Madrid’s great tablaos
Roberto began singing at a very young age on the city's most emblematic stages. Venues such as Casa Patas, Café de Chinitas, Las Carboneras, Corral de la Morería and Villa Rosa have all been instrumental to his artistic training. In these venues he shared the stage with flamenco artists from different generations such as Matilde Coral, El Güito, Manuel Reyes, María Juncal, Marco Flores, Olga Pericet and Mercedes Ruíz among many others.
Roberto Lorente: a voice at the service of the great flamenco talents
His flamenco singing has accompanied both legendary artists and rising talents in the flamenco world, demonstrating his versatility, knowledge and sensitivity. Alongside Eduardo Serrano “El Güito”, he took part in major flamenco festivals, performing with great flamenco singers such as Juan Peña “El Lebrijano”, La Macanita, Diego Clavel, José de la Tomasa and José Mercé.
He has also travelled halfway around the world, performing at many theatres in many countries. Each performance has been a testament to his deep respect for traditional flamenco and his commitment to keeping it alive.
Roberto Lorente: a flamenco singer with a scholar’s soul
Roberto Lorente is a profound connoisseur of traditional flamenco singing. He studies and draws inspiration from historical figures such as La Niña de los Peines, Tomás Pavón, Antonio Mairena, Manuel Vallejo, Morente and Camarón de la Isla, whom he considers essential to his artistic identity.
This passion has also led him to become a teacher at the Higher Conservatory of Flamenco Music and Dance in Madrid, where he passes on to new generations not only vocal technique but also a love for the history and depth of flamenco.
Roberto Lorente: international flamenco career and collaborations
His flamenco singing talent has crossed borders. He has worked in Portugal, Russia, Germany, Israel, Morocco and Mexico and has shared the stage with artists from other musical styles, such as the group Ketama. Among the companies he has collaborated with are those of Cristóbal Reyes, Antonio Márquez and Miguel Ángel Espino, taking part in productions choreographed by names such as Merche Esmeralda and Manolete.
He has toured with dancers such as Tomás de Madrid, with whom he travelled through Ukraine and Russia and has also worked with artists like Juan Andrés Maya, Antonio Granjero, Manuel Liñán and Inmaculada Ortega, always contributing his personal stamp and powerful voice.
Roberto Lorente: present and future of flamenco singing
Today, Roberto Lorente remains a key figure in Madrid’s flamenco scene. He combines his performances in tablaos and theatres with his work as a teacher and his ongoing study of flamenco singing. His voice, full of nuance and emotion, forms a bridge between flamenco’s past and its present.
At Teatro Flamenco Madrid, we have a great appreciation for artists like Roberto, whose dedication and knowledge enrich every performance. His flamenco singing reminds us why flamenco continues to be one of the most vibrant and moving expressions of our culture. Don’t miss the opportunity to see Roberto Lorente perform in Emociones, the most popular daily, live flamenco show in Madrid. Get your flamenco tickets here.