Greetings all!
The sunny days are coming a bit more frequently now. Spring is definitely arriving! New students are walking in the door and classes are filling up. Our troupes are getting ready for the busy “performance season”. We are proud of how hard everyone is working.
April is half over now, but we still have our monthly Student Jam scheduled for April 27th. Anyone is welcome to come join in as we put on some music and just boogie! We open our doors from 6:30pm to 9:30pm, so if you’d like to come check it out we’d love to see you!
May 5, 2007
1:00pm to 3:00pm
Introduction to Arabic Percussion with Erik Brown
How exciting is this? Erik Brown of the renowned House of Tarab will be in OUR house!
Anyone can learn to drum! Drumming is an affordable and fun way to stay mentally focused, burn energy and improve coordination. Erik’s style of teaching is helpful, precise and based on classical technique. Learn the basics of Arabic rythm while maintaining proper posture and positioning of your body. You might be surprised at how quickly you can become comfortable and feel great satisfaction in drumming. This is also an opportunity for belly dancers to develop their understanding of Middle Eastern rythms essential to belly dance. We invite you to come experience the joy of drumming!
More about Erik Brown…
Already an accomplished musician, Erik discovered Middle Eastern rythmns and music in 2001. Since that time he has dedicated his time and energy towards the intensive study of this art form. Erik has studied closely with some of the great master percussionists, such as Suhail Kaspar, Uncle Mafufo, Layne Redmond and Mustafa Al Kediary. He performs as a member of the House of Tarab, as well as working closely with many Seattle area belly dancers.
Cost: $35.00 pre-paid or $40.00 at the door
(Drums and cd’s for sale at this event!)
May 19, 2007
1:00pm to 3:00pm
Sian in Costuming for Every Body
What cut goes with what body shape when it comes to costuming? Learn some secrets to looking your best both on stage and off as Sian shares her knowledge with us.
Cost: $25.00 pre-paid or $30.00 at the door
June 16, 2007
Noura teaches Basic Debke and Khaleegy
1:00pm to 4:00pm
Basic Debke Dancing, including a simple choreography and discussion. Please bring dance shoes you can “stomp” in if you have them. Also Basic Khaleegy Dance, bring a thawb if you are able, Noura does have a couple loaners she will bring. Afterwards learn how to incorporate both Debke and Khaleegy into your routines.
Cost: $35.00 prepaid or $40.00 at the door
Desert Jewels Souk!
June 30, 2007
12:00pm to 5:00pm
North Sea-Tac Community Center
13735 24th Ave S
Sea-Tac, Wa. 98168
This Souk will feature some of our wonderful Northwest students and their teachers performing. Hawk of Kotagraph will be doing professional portraits for soloists or troupes…or anyone else! Kara of Henna Healing will be there covering our bodies with her artistic talents. Also, Halima’s Designs, Ottoman Trading Company, Baraka, Mish Moose, Nora’s Wardrobe, Zorina and Noura and of course Abyssinian Dance Center!
Want tobe a model for the Fashion Show? Vendors are always looking for a body to place their beautiful garments on, so if you are interested…send us an e-mail or call us!
Intermediate/Advanced classes at Abyssinian Dance Center!
Mondays 6:30pm to 7:30pm
Instructor: Zorina
Thursdays 6:30 to 7:30pm
Instructor: Amira
Come in now and take advantage of our April Special! For new students who bring a friend, they will each receive a 5 class punch card for the cost of one! A $45.00 value! This offer ends April 30th, so come in now.
This offer applies to our beginning classes as well, so if you know someone interested in bellydance, pass this on!
Till next time….
