Egyptian Folklore

Folklore is the heart of all good Oriental dancers. Every student should have an understanding of the roots of the dance and it all stems from Folklore. This class teaches a variety of steps, movements, stylizations and expressionism used in Egyptian folklore  dance....a much more earthier, grounded sense of style than Oriental. Props as well will be used such as Cane (Raks Assaya), Finger Cymbals and Melaya. The class will explore a wide variety of music and dance including the earthy Baladi, Saiidi,  Shaabi, Raks Assaya and more. The class will learn progressive choreographies as well but there is no pressure to learn the full choreography, you can just come and enjoy learning technique and combinations if you like. Students of all levels are welcome and are encouraged to dance at their own level. Bellydancers are recommended to take this class to broaden their repetoire of skills and movement and gain a broader understanding of Egyptian culture and their dance.  Folklore is at the heart and root of all that is bellydance and is a very wonderful and important part of the bellydance culture.