Cobi

I will go with A5 from the first panel and C3 from the second.

F5 Oranges and Lemons, Julio Romero de Torres  ORDER 06 D5 Dolmens Site, Antequera ITALY

Sure, I will join @mrv86

So we have @hckošice here, and since @Cobi doesn't know the contents behind the panels, he might join as well.
 
Anyone else? While we give 5 more minutes, let's reveal the panels.
 
Ladies and Gentlemen, behold Spain and its culture!
 
  A B C D E F G 1 2 3 4 5 6          
 
 
  A B C D E F G 1 2   3 4 5 6          
 
 
 
 

Hola Totallympics!
 

 
Welcome to the Draw for the
Totallympics Annual International Song Contest 2023
 
With less than a week before the event begins, I have once more the pleasure to help with the draw of this edition hosted by our fantastic organizer @Cobi.
 
 
As per usual, the draw is to be conducted by revealing the contents behind two panels, with the first one some fine paintings of Spanish artists hiding the ordinal number that will determine the time slot  for the juries to reveal their votes.
 
The second panel shows some of UNESCO’s World Heritage sites and cultural patrimony of the host country, which in turn conceal the flag of each national jury, thus letting us know the exact place to cast the vote and will also assign the contests to one of the nine teams for the Team competition, which in this edition are:
 
 
 Teams Voting Positions  TOLEDO EAGLES 1 11 20 30    PAMPLONA BULLS 2 12 21 31    MURCIA FLAMINGOS 3 13 22 32    BARCELONA DRAGONS 4 10 14 23 33  ZARAGOZA STORKS 5 15 24 34    MADRID BEARS 6 16 25 29 35  GRANADA LYNXES 7 17 26 36    MALLORCA DOLPHINS 8 18 27 37    VALENCIA TORTOISES 9 19 28 38   As we continue in a few moments, let me hear from my volunteers.
Are you there: @Cinnamon Bun @hckošice @heywoodu?

Good afternoon everyone.
 
I’m finishing the last touches, so I might 5 additional minutes.

The draw will start in just a few minutes, so let's present the 8th (and last for the moment) traditional folk dance!
 
Isa
 
The isa comes from the same trunk as the variety of peninsular jotas. In some parts of the Archipelago they are still called jotas or jotillas, but in Gran Canaria they are known as isas.
 
The isa derives rhythmically and melodically from the peninsular jota . It is characterized by having an intense ternary rhythm, a fast and happy song, and for being one of the best-known collective dances in the Archipelago. The Canarian isa is played with guitar, lute, bandurria and timple.
 

The draw will start in just a few minutes, so let's present the 8th (and last for the moment) traditional folk dance!
 
Isa
 
The isa comes from the same trunk as the variety of peninsular jotas. In some parts of the Archipelago they are still called jotas or jotillas, but in Gran Canaria they are known as isas.
 
The isa derives rhythmically and melodically from the peninsular jota . It is characterized by having an intense ternary rhythm, a fast and happy song, and for being one of the best-known collective dances in the Archipelago. The Canarian isa is played with guitar, lute, bandurria and timple.
 

All the nations have voted! In 6 hours we will have the draw.

All the nations have voted! In 6 hours we will have the draw.

All the nations have voted! In 6 hours we will have the draw.

We are still missing 5 nations. Since we have the draw on Saturday and I will be busy tomorrow, I don't mind giving a few extra hours to these 5 users to send their votes if they are still willing to participate.
 
@rybak  @Illya  @amen09  @NikolaB  @Glen

Oh Thank you so much
 
Yes, I know Laura non ce from Nek, but Mar´s version is great as well

I really liked these 4!
 
Fun Fact, Laura no está is the cover of an Italian song that was a very big hit in Spain in the late 1990s/early 2000s.

Let's the Festival of Music begins!
 
The Festival of Music is an event held the days before the Grand Final of every TISC where everyone can present songs from non-participating countries. You can pick up to two nations! Rules about selecting the songs for the Festival are the same like for the contest, which means that preferably the selected song had to be released after January 1st 2022.
 
The first post of the thread has been updated to keep track of all the songs presented for the Festival of Music and now also includes links to the cultural posts in case you want to check them out.
 

 
 
I will inaugurate the Festival of Music by picking  and . I already have in mind a couple of songs from these countries and I will share them during the week.

Sardana
 
A sardana is a traditional folk dance originating from Catalonia, a region in northeastern Spain. It is typically performed in a circle, with dancers linking arms and performing coordinated steps in time with the music. Sardanas are typically performed to the accompaniment of a cobla, a type of Catalan wind orchestra, and are often accompanied by singing. The sardana is considered an important part of Catalan cultural heritage and is a symbol of national identity. It is typically performed at celebrations and festivals, and is considered a joyful and celebratory dance that brings people together.
 

 

Seguidilla
 
Seguidilla is a type of folk dance that originated in the La Mancha region, in the center of Spain. It is a lively and energetic dance that is typically performed by a solo dancer or by a group of dancers. The seguidilla is usually performed to the accompaniment of a guitar, and the dance itself is characterized by its quick, staccato footwork and sharp, precise movements.
 
The dance is performed in a variety of styles, depending on the region and cultural context.
 

Chotis
 
"Chotis" is a dance and music style that apparently originated in Bohemia in the late 18th century, quickly making its way to other parts of Europe and America. It is characterized by its slow and graceful rhythm, and is often performed as a ballroom dance.
 
The chotis is usually performed by couples, who dance to the accompaniment of a small orchestra or a single piano. The dance is characterized by its smooth, gliding steps and elegant movements, and is typically performed in a relaxed, leisurely manner.
 
The chotis was very popular in Spain in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and was considered one of the most sophisticated and refined forms of Spanish dance. Although its popularity has declined in recent decades, the chotis remains an important part of Spanish cultural heritage, and is still performed and appreciated in Madrid.
 

Let's the Festival of Music begins!
 
The Festival of Music is an event held the days before the Grand Final of every TISC where everyone can present songs from non-participating countries. You can pick up to two nations! Rules about selecting the songs for the Festival are the same like for the contest, which means that preferably the selected song had to be released after January 1st 2022.
 
The first post of the thread has been updated to keep track of all the songs presented for the Festival of Music and now also includes links to the cultural posts in case you want to check them out.
 

 
 
I will inaugurate the Festival of Music by picking  and . I already have in mind a couple of songs from these countries and I will share them during the week.

I'm down to 15 countries...   Just need to give points & select the 3 reserve countries...

Last 25 hours to vote! If I did the maths correctly 31 users have already sent their votes, which means that we are missing 16 users of 15 nations.
 
I know that @dcro @catgamer @Finnator123 @maestro @heywoodu @Glen @mrv86 @rybak @justony @Federer91 are aware of the deadline since they have commented and/or reacted to the thread in the last few days.
 
I'm not so sure about @Makedonas @Fly_like_a_don @Dnl @NikolaB @amen09 @Illya. Hopefully we can have you in .
 

 
The Voting Order Draw will be presented once more by @mrv86. It will take place this Saturday at 15:00 (CET) and you are more than welcome to participate.

Last 25 hours to vote! If I did the maths correctly 31 users have already sent their votes, which means that we are missing 16 users of 15 nations.
 
I know that @dcro @catgamer @Finnator123 @maestro @heywoodu @Glen @mrv86 @rybak @justony @Federer91 are aware of the deadline since they have commented and/or reacted to the thread in the last few days.
 
I'm not so sure about @Makedonas @Fly_like_a_don @Dnl @NikolaB @amen09 @Illya. Hopefully we can have you in .
 

 
The Voting Order Draw will be presented once more by @mrv86. It will take place this Saturday at 15:00 (CET) and you are more than welcome to participate.

Aurresku
 
Aurresku is a traditional Basque dance that is performed in Euskadi, a region in northern Spain and southwestern France. The dance is usually performed by a male dancer, who performs acrobatic and athletic movements while holding a white/red handkerchief. The aurresku is typically performed during important celebrations, such as weddings and traditional festivals, and is accompanied by a tambourine and the singing of traditional Basque songs.
 
The aurresku is an important part of Basque cultural heritage. The dance is also associated with the Basque rural tradition.
 

Aurresku
 
Aurresku is a traditional Basque dance that is performed in Euskadi, a region in northern Spain and southwestern France. The dance is usually performed by a male dancer, who performs acrobatic and athletic movements while holding a white/red handkerchief. The aurresku is typically performed during important celebrations, such as weddings and traditional festivals, and is accompanied by a tambourine and the singing of traditional Basque songs.
 
The aurresku is an important part of Basque cultural heritage. The dance is also associated with the Basque rural tradition.
 

Aurresku
 
Aurresku is a traditional Basque dance that is performed in Euskadi, a region in northern Spain and southwestern France. The dance is usually performed by a male dancer, who performs acrobatic and athletic movements while holding a white/red handkerchief. The aurresku is typically performed during important celebrations, such as weddings and traditional festivals, and is accompanied by a tambourine and the singing of traditional Basque songs.
 
The aurresku is an important part of Basque cultural heritage. The dance is also associated with the Basque rural tradition.