Belly Dance Workshops - Brighton

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Belly Dance 'Sunday School' - Brighton

A series of Sunday workshops aimed at students who wish to deepen their knowledge, understanding & technique of Egyptian Belly Dance.

Level of workshops: Ideally you will have a minimum of 8 months experience for getting the maximum from these workshops. Less experienced students will still benefit from attending the workshops but may find the technique applied in some of them challenging.

To book any of these workshops by post please send a cheque* for the full amount payable to Galit Mersand with a note saying which workshop you're booking for and SAE to: Galit Mersand, Unit 424, 91 Western Road, Brighton BN1 2NW
Please remember to include SAE to receive your letter of confirmation
* cheques must be received at least a week before the date of the workshop

Sundays 12pm -3pm
28th of Oct. - Egyptian Rhythms
11th of Nov. - The Different Styles of Egyptian Belly Dance
16th of Dec. - Steps of the stars (1940’s)*
27th of Jan - Steps of the Stars (1970’s)*
24th of Feb. - Dancing with Sagat (Zills)

Egyptian Rhythms

Understanding the Egyptian rhythms is one of the most important aspects of Belly Dance. This workshop is an opportunity for dancers of all levels to deepen their knowledge of Egyptian rhythms, developing an awareness of the rhythm in the music and learning how to dance to it. The CD Tabla Tastic by Guy Schalom with the different rhythms and some great drum solos will be available to buy at the workshop (£12)
28th of October 2007, 12pm-3
Fee: £25

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The Different Styles of Egyptian Belly Dance

Explore the 3 main styles of Egyptian Belly Dance, ‘Oriental’, ‘Saiidi’ and ‘Baladi’. The difference between them, how to recognise them in the music, which steps, moves and costumes characterise them.
Time allowing, we will also touch on Modern Egyptian Belly Dance style.
11th of November 2007, 12pm-3pm
Fee: £25

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Steps of the stars (1940’s)*

The 1940’s were a pivotal time for Egyptian Belly Dance. The dance was appearing more and more in films, and was influenced by other forms of dance like ballet and Contemporary dance without losing it’s authenticity and special flavour.
This workshop will concentrate on the 3 main stars of that time. With 2 hours of practical learning their trademark steps in the studio and an hour and a half of watching Videos.
16th of December 2007, 12pm-3:30pm*
Fee: £25

Steps of the Stars (1970’s)*

The 70 ‘s saw the re-emergence of Belly Dance in Egypt after a time when it was banned. A new generation of Belly Dance soloists ‘rose up from the ashes’ bringing an even more individual, free style.
This workshop will concentrate on the 3 main stars of that time. With 2 hours of practical learning their trademark steps in the studio and an hour and a half of watching Videos.
27th of January 2008, 12pm-3:30pm*
Fee: £25

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Dancing with Sagat (Zills)

A comprehensive workshop for all students who want to learn how to play sagat (finger cymbals / zills) and dance while playing. You will need a set Sagat for this workshop (pleasae bring spares too if you have them).
24h of February 2008, 12pm-3pm
Fee: £25

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